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Institute of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri
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Institute of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri

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The Institute of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri, also known as the Oratorians, is a Roman Catholic congregation of secular priests founded in Rome in 1575 by St. Philip Neri. The Oratorians are dedicated to prayer, preaching, and the sacraments. They are organized into independent communities, with members not bound by vows. The congregation has foundations in Italy, Spain, England, and the United States. St. Philip Neri, an Italian priest and mystic, was a key figure during the Counter-Reformation. He is venerated as the patron saint of joy, laughter, and humor.1234

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