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The Far East - March/April 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.

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From the Director - Light in the darkness

By our baptism, Christians have been inserted into Christ’s death and resurrection. We are called to follow Him. We are to be ambassadors of…
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The path of patience and joy

My brief journey with Bart left a lasting impression on my heart, a reminder that every person, regardless of their condition, carries beauty…
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Life on a platter

Can a platter of pastries created together by a diverse group of women be likened to the reign of God?
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Reflection - The flight of the pelican

Perhaps the comparison isn’t immediately apparent to the untrained eye. Yet, as the Gospels teach us, sometimes the “eyes of faith” are what…
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A covenant with God

In the various circumstances of my life, God has revealed Himself to me. With great trust in His plan, I embrace the life He has asked me to…
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Becoming children again

The war has robbed the children of Myanmar of their childhood.
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A look across the border at North Korea

“May the peace of Christ reign in your hearts, for it is for this that you were called together as parts of one body.” (Colossians 3:15) May…
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A shoot from the stump: life, loss and mission

We were not sent here to re-create the past. We are not here to replace anyone. We are here to tend what is growing now - to nurture the mission…
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Art, mission and care for all creatures

An exhibition inspired by St Francis of Assisi and the Church’s call to ecological conversion.
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The spiritual message of causative verbs

Causative verbs have a hidden spirituality. They acknowledge our human frailty and rely on the strength of the Lord. We are all called to be…
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Mission World - Internet Technology

As missionaries living among people who maintain traditional ways of life, like the village in the hills of Fiji, I think we need to reflect…
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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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Audio Playlist - The Far East - March/April 2026

Listen to all the articles in this edition of the Far East.
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