Cathal’s Journey

Cathal’s Journey

Last year Cathal King travelled to Pakistan to visit his uncle, Columban Missionary Fr Tomás King. He recounts how his travels deepened his understanding of Pakistan’s complexities.  The purpose of my visit to Pakistan in 2024 was to volunteer alongside my...
November is Upon Us

November is Upon Us

The glorious colours of early autumn’s fruitfulness now give way to muted tones as the last of the leaves fall from the trees, leaving the bare branches stretching heavenwards like arms lifted in supplication. The wind blows colder and the dark nights grow longer....
Update from Fr Tomás King on the Flood Situation in Pakistan

Update from Fr Tomás King on the Flood Situation in Pakistan

In recent years, my main ministry in Hyderabad is as director of the Joti Centre, the catechetical centre for the diocese, writes Tomás King. Like all other organisations within the church, as well as NGOs and civil society, the staff of Joti Centre got involved in...
Diocese of Kerry’s Webinar with Fr Liam O’Callaghan SSC

Diocese of Kerry’s Webinar with Fr Liam O’Callaghan SSC

The Diocese of Kerry’s Justice Peace and Integrity of Creation Committee held a Mission Month webinar on 20th October in which Columban missionary Fr Liam O’Callaghan spoke from Pakistan about the recent flooding disaster and the impact of the climate crisis. The aim...
Devastation in Pakistan

Devastation in Pakistan

This year has seen one of the worst monsoon seasons in Pakistan in decades. The rain that started in June is still continuing. Up to 1,136 people have lost their lives, writes Columban missionary Fr Liam O’Callaghan. The Government has declared a national emergency as...