By Lydio Mangao, Jr. Chile’s Global Ecological Significance Did you know that there are 110 identified ecosystems worldwide, and 88 out of these are found in Chile? This incredible diversity stems from Chile’s unique geography, stretching across Antarctica, South America, and the Pacific. Within its borders lies eight biomes or 15 ecological zones, ranging
By Fr. Elbert Balbastro, Columban Missionary in Pakistan The ongoing war continues to impact many, with rising death tolls in Iran, Lebanon, and other Middle Eastern nations. Oil and commodity prices are increasing, affecting economies worldwide. Displaced populations add to the crisis, facing daily stress and uncertainty. Altogether, the situation creates a complex humanitarian
By Amy W. Echeverria, Columban Central JPIC Coordinator The story of Jesus meeting the woman at the well is a deep source of hope and comfort for Christians. By encountering the Samaritan woman alone at the well and asking her for a drink, Jesus demonstrated that his love was not constrained by social norms
By John Din, Columban Lay Missionary I am a link. A link to what? A link between what began decades ago and the imagined future of a recovered and restored forest. In the early two thousands, San Columbano de Bantolinao was just a dream—a dream of a future where organic farming is enhanced and
A collective reflection of the parishioners Our Mother of Perpetual Help (OMPH)–Barra marks its third year as a parish since its elevation in 2022 and its designation as an ecology parish. Looking back, parishioners recall how much has changed in a short span of time. A lot has been accomplished: the parish was able
By Mosese Yacalevu, Columban Seminarian As a steward of God’s majestic creation in all Her boundless beauty and wonder, I remain ever grateful for the natural flow of life around us. Here at the Columban International House of Studies in Manila, one thing that continues to amaze and inspire me is what I fondly
