Columbans stand in solidarity with the people of Myanmar

Columbans stand in solidarity with the people of Myanmar

The world is still in shock at what happened in Myanmar on 1 February 2021 when the military declared a state of emergency and took over the newly-elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi just as the members of parliament were about to hold their first meeting, writes...
Family of Fr James Fitzpatrick gather to remember his mission

Family of Fr James Fitzpatrick gather to remember his mission

Fr Neil Collins recalls a pioneering Columban missionary in Burma. Fr James Fitzpatrick, born in Ballynahinch, Co Down on 11 December 1913, died in Burma (Myanmar) on 22 May 1969. Fifty years later twelve members of his family gathered for Mass in Dalgan and...
‘Rebirth’ rehabilitation centre in Myanmar

‘Rebirth’ rehabilitation centre in Myanmar

Columban missionary Fr Eamon Sheridan talks about a life-giving support programme called ‘Rebirth’ in Myanmar’s Kachin State which offers those with an addiction a path to recovery. If you would like to support Fr Eamon’s work, please send your...