E-News - Vol.8 No.9

From the Director - Money and mission
Money and possessions are important but do they affect our relationship with God? (more)
Bringing sacred art into the home - 2016 Columban Art Calendar
For those of us who may never tour the Vatican Museum or visit the great Cathedrals of Europe, the art works featured in the 2016 Columban Art Calendar are windows into the great tradition of sacred art that describes the journey of Christianity from its earliest days. (more)
One of the most unusual Masses I have experienced
During the Mass police hoisted each chair and occupant to one side whenever trucks entered and exited the naval site. It was all done courteously, with the priests and sisters (mostly Korean) holding yellow banners reading: ‘No Naval Base on Jeju’. (more)
Columbans gather at Youth Parliament of Religions
After the speakers addressed the parliament, 400+ young people voted in support of the Messages which will now be circulated and shared with religious leaders, civic leaders and youth organisations in New South Wales. (more)
Reflection - Do you know my name?
Living as a homeless man, who had already lost his job, his home and his family, the threat of losing even his name must have felt like the loss of his very self. He was in grave danger of becoming a “nobody." (more)
ON SALE NOW - St Columban Prayer Book
To celebrate the extraordinary life of St Columban, Columbans have produced a new prayer book featuring 12 prayers to St Columban. Written by Fr Patrick Sayles SSC. Price: $3.30 (incl postage within Australia). Place your order today via email: info@columban.org.au or phone: (03) 9375 9475 or SHOP ONLINE NOW >