The Far East - April, 2008
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The Far East magazine is published by St Columban's Mission Society. It features articles and photographs by Columban missionaries from those countries where the missionaries work. The magazine was launched originally to promote mission interest in Catholic homes in Australia and New Zealand. The Far East magazine in Australia was published for the first time on 15th October 1920 and sample copies were sent to every parish and school in Australia and New Zealand.
Mickie Daly's Diary
01.04.2008When I identify myself as a Columban priest in parishes, almost all people who come to speak to me after Mass comment on Mickie Daly's Diary. How much they loved Mickie. Here is a short extract from Mickie Daly's Diary.
Fr G. Walker, Editor 2008 read more
The Life and Times of Mickie Daly
01.04.2008One of the most loved and fondly remembered features of The Far East over its long history has been Mickie Daly's Diary. We still receive requests to bring him back! Whatever happened to Mickie Daly? read more
A pagan saint
01.04.2008If you live in poverty, how far can your heart go? What can you do for others when you are poor? Perhaps the story of Teacher Dai, an ordinary teacher in a school in Shanghai, China, can tell us something. read more
One year on
01.04.2008In January this year I celebrated the completion of my first year in Lima, Peru. So much has happened in my life during this time that it's difficult to believe that 12 months have passed. read more
Reflection - Nourish the heart
01.04.2008Many people today suffer from what one woman has called ‘the decibel disease.’ "I can’t hear myself think," she moaned, "with all the noise." A recent radio program highlighted the distress caused by the increased daily cacophony. read more
Cross-cultural ministry
01.04.2008When a part Indian/part Fijian family asked to be received into the Catholic Church, Fr McCaffrey describes how the event brought both communities closer together. read more
The future looks bright
01.04.2008In the March 2008 issue of The Far East we told you about St Elizabeth’s Hospital and its service to the people of Hyderabad and the lower areas of Sindh province. read more
A Japanese gentleman
01.04.2008Fr Baker tells us about a truly inspirational catechist he met and who touched many lives. read more
Mission World
01.04.2008Pakistan (UCAN) - Muhammad Hussain lost his home and land to the Sindh River, so he is thankful for the food, winter clothing, household items and medicine he has received from a Caritas team. read more
From the Director - Light shining in darkness
01.04.2008Jesus was very conscious of the power of evil. His whole life was a struggle against it. The Gospel of John describes Jesus’ life as a battle between light and darkness. read more
Postcards from Sicuani
01.04.2008Visits with missionaries are part of my job description. On previous visits to Peru, I have spent all my time in the vicinity of Lima, where most of the Columban effort has been concentrated but this time I reversed the proportions. read more
The Aquariums of Pyongyang
01.04.2008For many the Inter-Korean summit that took place in Pyongyang from October 2-4, 2007 was summed up in the body language as captured in a photograph showing the North Korean strongman, Kim Jong-il, dour and unyielding. read more
