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Salvatorian Charity Art Auction

18–20 September: Preview Days – Experience Art Up Close

From 18 to 20 September, the artworks featured in the 12th Salvatorian Charity Art Auction will be on view in the historic Summer Refectory of St. Michael’s in Vienna.

27. und 28. September 2026

Patronal Feast, 50th Anniversary of Priestly Ordination and Traditional Flea Market at St. Michael’s

On 26 and 27 September, the Parish of St. Michael invites everyone to a special weekend of celebration. The highlight will be Sunday’s patronal feast, which this year will also mark the 50th anniversary of P. Peter van Meijl’s priestly ordination. Throughout the weekend, the traditional St. Michael’s flea market will open its doors in the historic Summer Refectory.

Homepage-Relaunch

Salvatorians focus on up-to-date information and clear guidance online

The Salvatorians in Austria have redesigned their website. The new homepage combines the latest news and events with information about spirituality, religious life and social engagement. The concept was developed by Salvatorian press spokesman Robert Sonnleitner and implemented by the Vienna-based web agency Zeitpunkt.

Supporting people in need through art

Buy art at auction and support a good cause: the Salvatorians’ 12th Charity Art Auction (online)

Fifty works of contemporary art will go under the hammer in September at the Salvatorians’ 12th charity art auction. In collaboration with the Dorotheum, the Salvatorians are hosting an online auction from 9 to 23 September 2026. The proceeds will provide practical support for disadvantaged children in Venezuela, as well as for women and children in Romania seeking protection from domestic violence.

Keeping Salvatorian History and Spirituality Alive

Podcast No. 15: Exploring History, Shaping the Future

Episode 15 of „Weiter gehen – weiter denken“ (Moving Forward – Thinking Further) the Salvatorians’ podcast, explores why the history of a religious order is about far more than looking back at the past. What can historical sources tell us about the present? Why is research into the history of religious orders more important today than ever? And what role do academic independence, international cooperation and modern technologies play in this work? Historian Daniela Sommer-Neustifter, research associate at the Institute for the Study of Salvatorian History and Spirituality, provides some answers. (Podcast is in German).

Anti-Human Trafficking Day on July 30

Salvatorian Sister Maria Schlackl: "These are human beings, not commodities"

Salvatorian Sister Maria Schlackl Calls for a Societal Shift to Combat Human Trafficking.

Where Art Changes Lives

Charity Art Auction 2026: Art That Brings Hope

From 9 to 23 September 2026, the Salvatorians are hosting their 12th Charity Art Auction. Held online in cooperation with Dorotheum, the auction brings together contemporary art and practical support for people in need. All proceeds will benefit the Salvatorians' social projects, helping provide assistance where it is needed most.