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2024 Columban Christmas Message - Fr Patrick McInerney, Regional Director of Oceania

In his Christmas message, Fr. Patrick McInerney encourages us to take a moment of quiet reflection to give thanks for the many blessings and…
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Answering God’s call like Mary

We pray that God’s word will continue to challenge us and transform our lives for the better. Like Mary, may we become generous in our service…
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An air of expectancy

The Eucharist represents a profound connection to our hope of participating in the messianic banquet at the end of time, continually realised…
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Mission Priorities

May Columbans be archers, bow strings, bows, feathers, shafts, and arrowheads, all playing their part. It’s variously called participation, synodality,…
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2024 International Migrants Day: Respect, Inclusion, and Gratitude

Pope Francis told us that the movement of people worldwide shows that God journeys with His people (World Day of Migrants and Refugees, September…
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St Columban and motorcycles

It was not a surprise to read that a man who wandered far and wide around Europe in the 7th century was the patron saint of travellers. But it…
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2024 Columban Christmas Appeal

As we approach the holy season of Christmas, our hearts are filled with the joyous anticipation of the birth of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. This…
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Episode 87 - Share the good news with others amidst the holiday chaos.

In the wilderness, John preached a baptism of repentance, drawing people. Jesus, filled with the Spirit, began his ministry by announcing God's…
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2026 Columban Mid-Year Appeal

"Whoever has received much… should use it for the benefit of others."
Pope Leo XIV

In places where families struggle to find safety, dignity and belonging, Columbans offer practical support, shelter, friendship and faith. Your generosity to the 2026 Mid-Year Appeal will help sustain these efforts and bring light to vulnerable communities worldwide.