August 2023

Centenary Calendar Philippines

Centenary Calendar of Activities November 2017 – November 2018 Philippine Region Centenary Calendar Philippines   2017 November 19: 10:00am:  St Columban’s Day Celebration Opening of Centenary – Eucharist –Lunch – Recognition of our Mission Partners Venue: San Columbano, Batang, Negros Occidental November 23: 5:00pm:  St Columban’s Day Celebration Opening of Centenary  Eucharist – Dinner – …

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Waiting, Beauty and Hope: Advent Reflection on Love

“In trying times, Jesus especially challenges us to show His love to the vulnerable and the victims of injustices. ” In Love We Grow   by Bernie Durangparang  Vocation/Mission Promotion Animator – Mindanao St. Paul describes love as the highest of all the gifts (1 Cor 13:1-13). Its qualities include patience and kindness. It is always ready to excuse, …

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Waiting, Beauty and Hope: Advent Reflection on Faith

During these difficult times of natural and man-made calamities, and the current coronavirus pandemic, we may find ourselves asking, “To what or to whom do we hang-on to? Cling to?  What keeps us moving?” FAITH in OUR HEARTS by Arlenne Villahermosa     Columban lay missionary   During these difficult times of natural and man-made calamities, …

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Waiting, Beauty and Hope: Advent Reflection on Hope

I have learned that hope gives birth to courage, and courage leads to creativity; and that creativity opens the door for the fruits of the spirit to dwell within. But one may ask, ‘What comes before hope?’  I believe it is trust. Before trust comes gratitude. Finding Hope Beth Sabado Columban Lay Missionaries   Who …

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Introduction To The Centenary Of The Missionary Society Of St. Columban

The Missionary Society of St. Columban was officially established by the Church authorities in Ireland on June 29, 1918. It was initiated/founded by two Irish diocesan priests – Fr. Edward Galvin and Fr. John Blowick. Fr. Galvin had volunteered to go as a missionary to China. After a couple of years there, he was almost …

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