World Mental Health Day commemorates the strength of those who are suffering from mental health issues and other forms of inequality. Let us live by Mahatma Gandhi’s aphorism: “To live simply so others may simply live.” An Unequal World By Sr Anne Carbon SSC Every 10th of October, or the World Mental Health Day, I …
Like us, Mary saw the problems of her time. But she also appreciated the good deeds that the Lord has already done. May we also see and give support to the positive developments being done by people of goodwill. Mary and Her Magnificat By Fr. Chris Kaamiño SSC When I was ordained a Columban …
We are a nation that loves Christmas because we look forward to family gatherings. This is the time when loved ones who have been away, such as a parent working overseas, comes home. Second Sunday of Advent – A Reflection by Fr. Dodong Matulac When you come to any mall here in the Philippines, …
I hope that my experiences will not only help improve my mastery of the language, but also grow my faith and identity as a Columban for the service of God’s Kingdom. So, I put myself in this journey through the guidance, grace and strength of God. Opening Doors for Communication By Lahtaw Aung Li, Columban Student …
No matter how bad we perceive a person to be, there is always a ‘good seed’ in him and a ‘potential’ to change and grow. Faith and Forgiveness By Fr. Taemoon Kwon SSC A long time ago, there were two businessmen. They hated each other so much that they fight every day. Jesus felt …
Over the years, the Community of Hope Special Education Center has served more than 1,000 children and young adults suffering from autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, clubfoot, cleft palate, hearing impairments and intellectual disabilities. Thanks to the various programs run by the Center, some participants have been able to find work in the local community. …
He shared that his greatest dream in life is “to make the world peaceful. I want everyone in the world to enjoy fully their human rights.” Sadly, the political crisis in Myanmar is delaying the dreams of many young people including Saya Zenry’s. Reflection on Teaching By Fr. Kurt Zion Pala Columban Fr. Kurt Zion …
What I experienced during quarantine was a humbling experience to say the least. Everyone was concerned, some prayed for me, some sent messages of encouragement, and kind advice. A HUMBLE EXPERIENCE DURING QUARANTINE by Hkun Myat Aung Columban, a Columban student doing his First Mission Assignment (FMA) in Mindanano I was sick with COVID …
“I came to realize about how much outrage Popong has against greed when Father Yrap shared that Popong ‘did not want to give a penny’ to anyone who might profit from kidnapping him.” Outraged by Human Greed by Fr Rex Rocamora, Columban Interreligious Dialogue Coordinator I was in line at the Polymedic Clinic in …
The Columban family in the Philippine region rejoiced with the parishioners of San Roque Parish, Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental as Fr. Jerry A. Lohera, SSC was ordained into priesthood last June 14, 2022, by Archbishop Jose Cabantan, D.D. of the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro. To Be Fisher of Men by Marjorie C. Engcoy Justice, Peace …
