The Far East Magazine

The Far East - May 2026

The Far East Magazine is published 8 times a year by St Columbans Mission Society. It features articles and photographs by Columban Missionaries from those countries where the missionaries work. The magazine was originally launched to promote mission interest in Catholic homes in Australia and New Zealand. The Far East Magazine is a major fundraiser for Columban Missionaries and was first published in Australia on 15th October, 1920.

Contents

From the Director - "I am Here"

Each of us is loved exactly as we are, in all our uniqueness. Each of us is loved wholly, completely and infinitely by God.
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Grandma's mite

We cannot give in to hopelessness or be overtaken by the darkness around us. We need to do something. That something could be just like “grandma’s…
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The Camino De Santiago De Compostela - Never Leaves You The Same

For me, this experience was embodied in sharing the experience of Jesus and, above all, the joy of the risen Christ.
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Reflection - My Pentecost in Birmingham

Joining people of other faiths in their gatherings and celebrations is now part of my everyday life, both in relation to my ministry with the…
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A child’s rosary, a mission renewed

That experience continues to inspire me today, reminding me that mission work is not just about programs or plans, but about being present, listening…
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Living among migrants: A journey of hospitality and grace

Pope Francis once said, “Migrants and refugees must be welcomed with love.” To me, this means we must not remain passive observers. We must actively…
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Trouble in paradise

Without her sustenance, there will be no ‘land’, ‘rights’, or ‘principles’ to fight over.
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Love for young people: a passion and a gift

The Youth Encounter Seminar was my baptism of fire in my journey as a youth minister.
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Care as a pathway to peace

Care heals not only bodies but relationships - and ultimately, communities. Care, I believe, is one of the most powerful gifts we can offer our…
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Hope at the border

In their smiles, we see the reflection of God's love, a reminder that every act of kindness restores dignity and renews faith in humanity.
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A Golden Celebration - Fr Tom Rouse’s 50 years of priesthood

Fr Tom’s fifty years of priesthood reflect a life of faith, courage, and faithful service. Through parish ministry, formation work, leadership…
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Mission World - Missionaries of hope

We are called to ensure that these newly arrived migrants are made to feel at home. In this sense, then, we are all called to be “missionaries…
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Columban Activities - Crossword Puzzle

Columban Activities - Crossword Puzzle
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Gift in Will

Leave a gift to Columban Missionaries in your Will.
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Annual subscription to The Far East magazine, published by St Columbans Mission Society 8 times per year. It features mission articles and photographs by Columban Missionaries from the countries where they work.

 

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