Columban missionary Fr. Tanvir O’Hanlon invited me to work with the Columbans for the promotion of mission in our local church.
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August/September 2016
Since I joined the Columban lay mission program in 2000, I have learned three different languages: English, Filipino (Tagalog) and Spanish.
August/September 2016
Growing up in New York City, summers for me were times for relaxing, recreation and fun.
August/September 2016
Almost six months ago, I arrived in Yangon, Myanmar, to begin my mission assignment.
June/July 2016
When we think of the missionary work of the Columbans in Japan, we must not forget the Trojan work done by the Japanese catechists.
June/July 2016
I've been here in Taiwan for many years already, and I find it very interesting that a lot of my "kababayan" (countrymen) wanted to work abroad.
June/July 2016
My name is Olajoke Ajikolu, and I am from Nigeria. I have five brothers and a sister, and life seemed to be pretty hard for us.
June/July 2016
If I were to describe my twelve years ministering to prostitutes, I would have to say I felt truly powerless on the one hand and deeply aware of God’s presence on the…
June/July 2016
During the 122 year history of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians (LAOH), there has been a special relationship with various Catholic institutions.
June/July 2016
During the national convention of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians (LAOH) in St.
June/July 2016
I wonder if the Blessed Virgin was limping during her old age? Nevertheless, I think she will still be there doing what God the Father asked of her.