Larne’s Lenten Journey

Larne’s Lenten Journey

Lent is a season of reflection, repentance and renewal — a sacred time of surrendering in carrying our crosses, trusting in God, and discovering hope even in the midst of suffering, writes Columban Lay Missionary Joan Yap. Larne is a single mother of two daughters now...
Focus on the Turin Shroud in the Far East Magazine

Focus on the Turin Shroud in the Far East Magazine

In the March/April 2026 issue of the Far East Columban Missionary Fr Maurice Hogan considers new scientific evidence on the Shroud of Turin, believed by many to the burial cloth of Jesus. He highlights how the injuries sustained by the body wrapped in the cloth...
Columbans Meet & Greet at Divine Mercy Conference

Columbans Meet & Greet at Divine Mercy Conference

Columban Fathers and members of the Mission Office and the Far East magazine attended the 2026 Divine Mercy Conference in the RDS, Dublin last weekend, writes Fr John McEvoy. Each year, the conference draws large crowds from all over Ireland to hear powerful talks,...
‘Eat Well, Stay Well’ – Dalgan Talk on Nutrition

‘Eat Well, Stay Well’ – Dalgan Talk on Nutrition

The four most important nutrients as we age are protein, fibre, calcium and vitamin D, as well as vitamin B12 and foliate, a recent talk in Dalgan heard. ‘Eat Well, Stay Well: Nutrition for Health at All Ages’ is a practical guide to nourishing life and the talk was...