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As we step into new year 2025, we look back with gratitude on the journey that has brought us to where we are and look forward with hope. As we
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Crossing Boundaries of Despair
Joys and Struggles of Mission in Myanmar By Fr. Kurt Pala When people ask me, “What is mission like in Myanmar?” I often pause. Mission here is difficult
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FR. IOWANE ILAIDOKO NAIO, SSC
MANY STRINGS TO HIS BOW by Frank Hoare MSSC Our newest Columban missionary priest Fr Iowane Naio has already lived many different lives. He speaks five languages and has lived in

SAVING GRACE
By Lilibeth Sabado, CLM A busy day in the shelter means having to welcome more than 20 guests at once during a meal time or receiving arrivals just few

Reflection: Feast of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
By Fr Erl Dylan Tabaco, SSC We all have plans in our lives. This is a universal facet of our human experience and regardless of what state of

Caring for Caregivers
I have been working as a shelter supervisor for many years. During this time, I have met many caregivers who came to our center for assistance and shelter. Through our

The Creation Mandala Song
By Fr Vinnie Busch, SSC The Birth of the Universe In the beginning the Spirit sang: “My Love’s ablaze and from its warmth Let all creation come flaring forth. Let

The Death of Andonie and Our Creation Story
By Vinnie Busch, SSC On Feb 13th 2024 Andonie, one of the first four Subanen Crafters, died in childbirth. She died in her hut, on a remote hillside, in the
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A Time in History (February 17-23)
February 19 BISHOP PATRICK H. CRONIN was born in 1913 at Moneygall, Dunkerrin, County Offaly, Ireland. He died on February 19, 1991 at Maria Regina Hospital, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines.

A Time in History (February 1-7)
February 1 FR. PAUL R. SMITH was born at St. Paul, Minnesota, USA in 1934. He died at the Veterans’ Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas, on February 1, 1983. Father Paul was

A Time in History (February 8-16)
February 8 FR. COLM RAFFERTY was born on 2 March 1929 in Craigavole, Swatragh, Co. Derry. He was ordained on 21 December 1953 and his first appointment was to Negros
