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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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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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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For the next six weeks, a video message from a Columban Missionary will be posted, explaining what each of these colors represent, and how they form part of the forces driving the world into the state it is in. The Philippines is not called the “Christmas Capital of the World” for nothing. From the wealthiest …
This is the time of year for us to reflect on who Jesus really is in our lives. Sino nga ba ang ating Mesiyas na isinilang sa mundo sa araw ng Pasko? by Fr. Paul Glynn The traditional Filipino Christmas Parol – or Lantern- is a reminder of the Bright Star that the wise men …
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LAUDATO SI videos in Hiligaynon, Cebuano and Tagalog versions (dubbed with permission from CAFOD) LAUDATO SI VIDEOS 1. HILIGAYNON for Kids: 2. HILIGAYNON for Adults: 3. CEBUANO for Kids: 4. CEBUANO for Adults: 5. Tagalog for Adults:
FROM THE DIRECTOR “The way humanity treats the environment influences how we treat each other. Dialogue with each other is the same attitude required for dialogue, respect and taking care of the integrity of creation.” FROM THE DIRECTOR “The way humanity treats the environment influences how we treat each other. Dialogue with each other is …
The Death of Life: The Horror of Extinction is a passionate plea to take action before it is too late – to save the many thousands of species currently under threat of extinction, who give glory to God by their very existence.
