Far East archive

September/October 2025

Water security caused by monoculture plantations in southern Chile is an issue close to Fr. Alvaro Martinez’s heart. Thanks to his efforts, some native trees and wild flora are flourishing and enhancing biodiversity.

July/August 2025

If Columban Mission is a “mad thing to do”, as our co-founder Bishop Edward Galvin once said, then there can be none more mad – nor more inspiring – than the three members of the Collier family who joined the Society, writes Fr. John Boles.

May/June 2025

In her ministry at the Hope Workers Centre and her local church in Taiwan, Columban Lay Missionary Reins Mosqueda has discovered that hospitality goes beyond kindness.

March/April 2025

Last Easter Fr. Colin McLean staged a contemporary Way of the Cross. He recalls how it brought the reality of Jesus’ suffering and death to a deeper level for parishioners.

January/February 2025

Columban Sr. Ann Gray spent many years on mission in Hong Kong. She draws from traditions in her native Scotland and also from her adopted home in Hong Kong to wish readers a Happy New Year!

December 2024

Sarah Mac Donald speaks to Columban Missionary Sr. Hasuk Shin who works with impoverished children and families living in Pasay City Cemetery.

November 2024

As part of the Centenary celebrations five Columban Sisters walked in the footsteps of their patron, St. Columban, and reflect on their pilgrimage.

September/October 2024

Fr. Paul Glynn writes about his work with the Dublin City Interfaith Forum which promotes acceptance and cooperation between the diverse religious communities that now exist in Ireland.

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