The Far East Magazine

The Far East - August 2026

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.

Contents

From the Director - Before all else, we are human

Let us welcome them as our sisters and brothers, made, like us, in the image and likeness of God, one family, one nation, a magnificent diversity…
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Finding new ways in promoting Laudato Si’

It is about renewing our relationship with God, with one another and with all creation.
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Plastic, Justice and the moral test before the world

A strong UN Plastics Treaty is not only sound policy. It is a test of whether the world is willing to protect creation, uphold human dignity…
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From finding their voice to transforming their communities

This is the mission of Warmi Huasi: walking alongside children and adolescents so that their voices are heard, their dignity is recognised and…
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Reflection - A journey of trust and companionship

As we remember Chris with gratitude, we give thanks for the trust he placed in us and for the many benefactors who, like him, become part of…
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Caring for creation, one promise at a time

Students and teachers shared similarly positive feedback, highlighting the engaging activities and the program's ability to inspire a deeper…
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Let the migrants speak

The Columban Migrant House offered migrants and refugees community, family, friendships, connections, job-skill training and legal support.
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A dream journey to Lake Duminagat

In his encyclical, Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home, Pope Francis reminds us that everything is interconnected.
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The burning bush

Columban Fr Iowane Naio gives insights into what is to be a Christian missionary in Pakistan.
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The Nanuku Nine

The families of the Nanuku Nine are going through a heartbreaking journey. But they are being accompanied by Fiji’s strong community spirit.…
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Farewell!

As my journey as a lay missionary draws to a close, I feel deeply emotional because I love this life so much. I love the ministries I have done…
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Shaolin: A movie of redemption and sacrifice

If Wilde is correct that life imitates art, then let us be hopeful that we can still find redemption in the hearts of good people willing to…
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Mission World: The face of Mission

The challenge is to enter into the pain and brokenness of our world. But to do so, we need to encounter Jesus, who, by filling our hearts and…
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Columban Activities - Crossword Puzzle

Columban Activities - Crossword Puzzle
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Gift in Will

Leave a gift to Columban Missionaries in your Will.
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