Our place of belongingDec 29, 2020
There is a strong sense of God’s providence and care in the small and ordinary support of friends amid so much uncertainty. Read more
The meaning of ChristmasDec 22, 2020
This Christmas, I have a deeper sense of the significance of Christmas, and I am more ready to welcome Christ in my heart. Read more
Update from Columban parishes after tropical cyclone YasaDec 21, 2020
In Ba, 66 people from Votua and Nakoroboya took shelter in the Parish Hall on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Fr Pat said Mass for them on Friday morning, they then departed to their villages. Read more
A disrupted ChristmasDec 18, 2020
The peace of this Christmas and one ordination may be disrupted, but we pray for the safety of the people of Fiji. Read more
So, why is sunflower like that?Dec 15, 2020
Like the sunflower, may we remain attentive to His abiding presence in our lives and let Him direct us in this maelstrom. Read more
New LanguageDec 11, 2020
It is always good to have a place where one is always welcomed. Having a second family in a different country is a blessing. Read more
In the Hands of the Master BakerDec 08, 2020
My faith-journey as a missionary is like the art of baking. I have been given all the necessary ingredients. All I need to do is bake. It is just up to me how I will mix those ingredients together. Read more
Christ at the CenterDec 01, 2020
I am really blessed to be in this culture which is full of God’s mysteries... Read more
Kachin Rebirth and Rehab Center for womenNov 27, 2020
Women will have an opportunity to engage in a program that offers them a return to long-term sobriety, a release from the exploitative conditions including sexual exploitation and human trafficking and the regaining their health, quality of life... Read more
Join ACRATH for 16 days of activism against gender-based violenceNov 25, 2020
Human trafficking, a $150 billion global industry, is one of the greatest examples of violence against women and girls. As well, millions of women and girls are forced to marry or to work in terrible conditions for little pay and no chance of an education. Read more
A Lesson in trustNov 18, 2020
It is just like trusting God when one is on a mission – to trust despite not knowing what to do or how things would turn out. Read more
A dentist is called to priesthoodNov 13, 2020
The gift of grace increases as the suffering increases,” and I have certainly felt God’s grace in the highs and lows of my life. Read more
Being a Church Worker-Mother Amidst COVID-19 and the New NormalNov 10, 2020
In my quiet time, I was reminded of the Christian concept “kenosis” which means emptying one’s own will, for love of others, especially those in dire need. This pandemic is the special moment where my life’s choices are put to the test. Read more
The Sunshine of the MissionaryOct 27, 2020
Amidst all the difficulties and challenges I know they are at my back tapping me, saying, “You can do it, brother, we are here to support you.” Read more
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