Reflection: September/October 2022 Far East magazine

Reflection: September/October 2022 Far East magazine

Three significant events keep niggling at me as I reflect on life in recent months: the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the presidential election in the Philippines, and the synodal process in the Church. There might be no obvious connection between these three but there...
Subanen Christmas cards are on sale!

Subanen Christmas cards are on sale!

We are pleased to inform supporters that the Christmas cards created by the indigenous Subanen community in the Philippines, long renowned for their crafting traditions, are once again available to buy. By purchasing these cards you are showing your support of the...
Pandemic made the poor poorer and the rich richer

Pandemic made the poor poorer and the rich richer

The Covid pandemic has caused great harm, warns Columban missionary Fr Shay Cullen. The rich became richer while the poor became poorer. During the pandemic, an additional 4.27 million Filipinos fell into extreme poverty. People like Maria Mahirap, one of the poorest...
Joy as Second Columban Priest Ordained in the Philippines

Joy as Second Columban Priest Ordained in the Philippines

We rejoice and give thanks to God for the priestly ordination of Fr Jerry A. Lohera as a Columban missionary priest. On 14 June 2022, Archbishop Jose Cabantan of Cagayan de Oro ordained Fr Jerry. The ceremony took place at San Roque Parish, Magsaysay, Misamis...