From the Director - The wisdom of the grave digger
Recently I read an article of a conversation with an elderly grave digger who reflected on what digging graves meant to him.
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From the Editor - Journeys that impact
Our journeys can impact upon us. They can cause us to see the world from a different perspective and to make important changes to our lives.
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Lessons from Mexico
Nothing had prepared Chris Hochstetler, who works for the Columbans in the US for the extreme poverty, violence and tragedy he met on a trip…
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Not just a job
After a 50-year span of missionary service spent happily in Hong Kong, first as a nurse and then as a pastoral care provider, Columban Sr Mary…
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Reflection - Each age has its tools for evangelisation
Old school teachings now overtaken by modern technology. Social media for todays young people is the only means of communication.
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Gemma's story
Gemma Kim tells her story of working with the intellectually disabled in Korea and helping them live with dignity.
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Fr Dan's report from Chile
Columban Fr Dan Harding reported on his recent visit to Chile where he was he was Co-ordinating World Youth Day (WYD) arrangements with parishes…
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Mission World - June 2013
Pope calls to end 'slave labour'
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Death is stark for poor
When last on leave in Ireland, Columban Sr Mary Dillon read an article in the newspaper on the escalating cost of funerals today. She reflects…
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Who will care if we don't?
Recently Fr Shay Cullen wrote to thank all those benefactors who have generously supported the efforts of *PREDA in the Philippines.
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Micro credit takes a lashing
Columban Fr Sean Connaughton thanks benefactors and reports on recent disasters.
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Fukushima - A review
Fukushima - A review
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Being with the suffering
Columban Sr Mary Dillon has established a respite home for people with HIV/AIDS in Myanmar.
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