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In his Christmas message, Fr. Patrick McInerney encourages us to take a moment of quiet reflection to give thanks for the many blessings and…
Read more: 2024 Columban Christmas Message - Fr Patrick McInerney, Regional Director of Oceania

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…
Read more: Answering God’s call like Mary

The Eucharist represents a profound connection to our hope of participating in the messianic banquet at the end of time, continually realised…
Read more: An air of expectancy

May Columbans be archers, bow strings, bows, feathers, shafts, and arrowheads, all playing their part. It’s variously called participation, synodality,…
Read more: Mission Priorities

Pope Francis told us that the movement of people worldwide shows that God journeys with His people (World Day of Migrants and Refugees, September…
Read more: 2024 International Migrants Day: Respect, Inclusion, and Gratitude

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…
Read more: St Columban and motorcycles

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…
Read more: 2024 Columban Christmas Appeal

In the wilderness, John preached a baptism of repentance, drawing people. Jesus, filled with the Spirit, began his ministry by announcing God's…
Read more: Episode 87 - Share the good news with others amidst the holiday chaos.