I am Lydio, one of the newly aggregated seminarians of the Columbans. This aggregation is a milestone in my faith journey. I am grateful to God, our mission partners, and the Columbans for their unwavering support and guidance. This aggregation signifies my commitment and responsibility as a temporary member. I’m in my fourth year at …
In positive psychology research, gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness. It invokes positive emotions, relish good experiences, improves health, deals with adversity, and builds strong relationships. Stewardship through Gratitude I believe that the world is desperately in need of genuine stewards, especially within our familiesand communities. As Columbans, we are called to take care, protect, manage …
I associate the goodness of these mission partners with the couple St. Paul mentioned in his letter to the Corinthians. Aquilla and Priscilla were not popular but their effort and commitment to helping St. Paul in his journey to evangelize and spread the love of Jesus Chris were enormous and significant. The Significant Evangelizers of …
Despite promises of infrastructure development, the Subanen land was left barren, water sources were contaminated, the rivers ran dry, and communities suffered from the effects of cyanide poisoning. Responding to the Cry of the Earth By Sr. Anne Carbon, SSC Sr. Anne Carbon is the new leader of the Sisters of St. Columban. She is …
The impact of 50 years of US military bases left a deep moral damage on the Filipino people due to immoral and failed leaders. THE “POISON SEED” OF THE FORMER US BASES Fr. Shay Cullen 12 May 2023 The memories of the past can come to us with a senseof foreboding, frustration and a desire for justice. At …
“Consecrate them in the truth. Your word is truth. As you sent me into the world, so I sent them into the world. And I consecrate myself for them, so that they also may be consecrated in truth.” Living out our truth Reflection (May 24, 2023- Wednesday, 46th Day of Easter) By Fr Erl Dylan …
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When we make new acquaintances, we immediately introduce our names after an exchange of warm greetings. Some would even go as far as telling us the meaning of their names. That is when our curiosity about the importance of naming a child in a particular culture is aroused. What’s in a name? By Michael Javier, …
The sight of empty seashells in different shapes and sizes littered on the beach reflects the insatiable appetite of human beings for seafood. My Little Life Projects By Fr. Jude Genovia, SSC Fr. Jude Genovia lived and worked in Korea for the past 11 years. He is back in the Philippines and assigned to Malate …
She remembered how Father Nick would attentively listen and share his time with the people in the parish. By doing so, Father Nick has participated in the people’s struggles, shared their hopes and joys, and celebrated their triumphs. In Testament to Fr Nick Murray’s Kindness By Mavic Mercene Staff, Columban Missionaries I joined the …
The Philippines needs a law establishing a “Children’s Court.” With greater trust in the judicial system, more cases are being filed and tried ending in more convictions. The Philippines needs children’s courts Fr. Shay Cullen 31 March 2023 Every time I sit in a Philippine family court with the Preda social workers and the …
