Opposing Violence Against Women and Children

Opposing Violence Against Women and Children

Fr Shay Cullen asks why is there a growing level of violence, physical and sexual, against women and children among males? Most people turn away from bad news especially during the coronavirus pandemic but it is causing greater levels of sexual abuse and violence...
Meet a Columban – Fr Bernard McDermott

Meet a Columban – Fr Bernard McDermott

Fr Jim Mulroney speaks to Columban Fr Bernard McDermott from Britain who has worked as a missionary in the Philippines, Taiwan, Australia and the UK. Recalling his posting to the Philippines after ordination, he says it was a very positive and transformative...
Columban Vocations

Columban Vocations

Columban students in formation in the Philippines share their vocation stories, experiences and challenges of studying and working on mission during the Covid-19 pandemic. If you are interested in Journeying with the Columbans, read more here:...
A Survival Kit for Life

A Survival Kit for Life

While suffering with Covid-19, people around Columban lay missionary, Mereani Nailevu, helped him move from fear to seeing the culture of care surrounding him. “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you....
Honouring Fr Rufus Halley

Honouring Fr Rufus Halley

On 28th August 2001, Fr Rufus Halley, a Columban missionary from Co Waterford was murdered in Malabang in the Philippines in a failed kidnap attempt. He is remembered by his colleagues and family 20 years later for his faith, welcoming smile and as a peace-maker among...