Each day the sisters’ prayers merge with the prayers of so many other people. Through it all, Hanyang's impressive ginkgo tree, branches bare, stands calmly like a silent witness to the hive of urgent medical activity a short distance away

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The Far East Magazine is published 8 times a year by St Columbans Mission Society. It features articles and photographs by Columban Missionaries from those countries where the missionaries work. The magazine was originally launched to promote mission interest in Catholic homes in Australia and New Zealand. The Far East Magazine is a major fundraiser for Columban Missionaries and was first published in Australia on 15th October, 1920.

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Looking back, there were many highlights, but the preparation for our first Easter is a memorable one. We used a nearby parish for a one-day practice of the ceremonies from Palm Sunday to the Easter Vigil.

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A school teacher reflects on the destruction of society in Myanmar since the military took control of the government.

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People, especially those living near coastal areas, were terrified, fearing the loss of their lives and belongings. In their helpless state, all they could do was watch and wonder what would happen next.

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As a missionary from Chile working with young faith in action volunteers in Britain, I feel blessed and humbled by their contribution to mission.

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As an organisation of laypeople, its members have been walking alongside those in need since the mid-19th century. They cooperate with people as a friend or good neighbour, offering a hand-up. But what does that mean? Can food vouchers or the second-hand fridges they distribute do that?

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“The planet does not need more successful people. The planet desperately needs more peacemakers, healers, restorers, storytellers and lovers of all kinds.”

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Everyday mysticism and mission - To grow as a mystic is to become a better missionary. Drawing closer to God means to share more deeply in God’s mission for the world, the whole cosmos and all of us in it.

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Strong education policies, especially institutes to train catechists opened by Australian Fr Bernie Way, and the establishment of a seminary helped the local Church to become strong. Written by John Zaw

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