Planning for Christmas

Planning for Christmas

Fr Tim Mulroy recalls a conversation he had with an elderly missionary about his prayerful preparations for a quiet Christmas, each day remembering some of the people and places from his life’s journey.   “How do you plan to celebrate Christmas?” I asked Fr Peter who,...
Plenty to Read This Christmas in the Far East!

Plenty to Read This Christmas in the Far East!

The December 2025 issue of the Far East is now available in print and digital editions with plenty content to help you prepare for Advent and Christmas. Fr Tim Mulroy recalls a conversation he had with an elderly missionary about his prayerful preparations for a quiet...
Lent and St Kevin

Lent and St Kevin

Fr Tim Mulroy recalls a legend concerning St Kevin’s devotion not only to God but also to the natural world which has a special resonance for Lent. The season of Lent invites us to alternate between meditating on Jesus as he embraces his cross and going with...
Presence Amid in the World’s Messiness

Presence Amid in the World’s Messiness

Fr Tim Mulroy highlights the consoling parallel between the challenges of a frail and forgetful Columban priest and a helpless newborn baby in the manger.  Even though the celebration of morning Mass for the Columban community in our house-chapel seemed like a burden...