Maryknoll Father James Eble reconnects East Africans to a tradition of silence at the Lake House of Prayer in Tanzania.
A Silent Night at the Lake House of Prayer
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Maryknoll Magazine Winter 2023
Peace during times like these may seem mostly aspirational, a greeting carrying more hope than reality. Yet, hope is exactly the gift that the Christ Child brought into the world. Christmas is a time of togetherness, about showing God’s love to our friends and relations, but also to strangers — especially those for whom there is no room at the inn. Our Winter 2023 issue features an array of stories that highlight hope, including an article about people with albinism in Tanzania and a reflection from the U.S./Mexico border. Let’s pray for peace on earth and good will toward all God’s children.
FEATURED STORIES
Focused on Maryknoll missioners around the world working in solidarity among the poor and marginalized. Articles include issues of importance to people the missioners serve and to the Catholic Church.
These Are God’s Children: Ministry for People with Albinism
Maryknoll Father John Waldrep establishes a program in Tanzania to stop discrimination against people with albinism.
Strangers Become Guests at the Border
Maryknoll Sister Genie Natividad reflects on volunteering at the U.S./Mexico border, where she served migrants and refugees.
Embracing Synodality
Missioners listen, dialogue and discern together in the worldwide synodal process.
In Search of Lakota Spirit
A Maryknoll immersion trip takes participants to Native American lands in South Dakota and Wyoming to learn about Lakota struggles.
Trusting God’s Plan
Saying “Yes” to God guides Bolivian woman’s journey as a missionary disciple.
Giving the Opportunity to Learn
Maryknoll Lay Missioner couple Tawny Thanh and Hiep Vu, who recently retired, continue to live and volunteer in Bolivia.
Young Adults Encounter Migrant Families
Members of the Maryknoll Young Adult Empowerment Community of Los Angeles witnessed first-hand the realities for migrants at the U.S./Mexico border this past summer.
Partners in Mission: From the Bronx to Maryknoll
From her desk at Maryknoll magazine, editor Marge Gaughan became acquainted with missioners and mission sites all over the world.
NEWS
Latest news from mission sites and countries around the world.
Nicaragua Convicts Churchmen in Secret Trial
In a closed trial, Nicaragua's government convicted seven church workers, including three priests,...
Polish Family Murdered by Nazis Are Martyrs
The Church confirms that the murder of a Polish family that tried to hide Jewish neighbors from the Nazis qualifies as martyrdom.
Catholics Organize against Human Trafficking
During the month of January, Catholics across the U.S. raise awareness about the problem of human trafficking.
New Refugee Sponsorship Program is Launched
While applauding a private sponsorship program for refugees vi the Welcome Corps, U.S. Catholic organizations also raise potential concerns.
Pope, Bishops Call for Peace in Peru
Pope Francis and Peru’s bishops urge the immediate restoration of peace after more than 50 lives are lost due to political violence.
Myanmar Church Leaders Issue Letter Condemning Attacks
The cardinal and two archbishops of Myanmar send an open letter calling for protection after another church bombing last week.
Mission on the Margins: A Maryknoll Reflection
As she reflects on the Mass readings for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, a Maryknoll sister recalls serving at the U.S./Mexico border.
Pope, Buddhists Discuss Care for Planet
Receiving a delegation of Buddhist monks from Cambodia, Pope Francis said that interreligious dialogue can promote care of creation.
Biden Plan ‘Unworkable’ for Florida’s Boat Refugees, Archbishop Says
Biden’s plan to address the surge of asylum-seekers “doesn’t address the problem of people coming by boats,” Miami’s archbishop says.
Catholic Priest Killed in Nigeria; Other Christians Killed in Congo
A priest’s death and the wounding of another is the latest attack in Nigeria's predominantly...
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Veronica Schweyen, M.M. Sunday, January 15, 2023Is 49:3, 5-6 | 1 Cor 1:1-3 | Jn 1:29-34This...
Evangelization Is the ‘Oxygen’ of Christian Life, Pope Says
Pope Francis begins a new series of catechesis in his weekly audiences focused on evangelization and apostolic zeal.
Peru’s Bishops Urge Peace Amid Violent Protests
The death toll in violent protests in Peru and a harsh government crackdown climbs to more than 40 people since early December.
Migrant pleas, border realities confront President Biden in El Paso
President Biden meets on the border with Bishop Mark Seitz, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Migration.
PHOTO MEDITATION
Spirituality
Spirit of Mission: Bringing Scripture to Life
Maryknoll Father Joseph Veneroso reflects on the importance of Scripture in Catholic faith in this Spirit of Mission column.
Partners in Mission
Partners in Mission: From the Bronx to Maryknoll
From her desk at Maryknoll magazine, editor Marge Gaughan became acquainted with missioners and mission sites all over the world.
MISSIONER TALES
Vignettes from the lands of mission, told by Maryknoll missioners and volunteers. These popular little stories are sometimes funny, often moving and generally inspiring encounters with people on the margins.
Missioner Tales, Winter 2023
Missioners offer snippets of mission life in Hong Kong, Tanzania and at the U.S./Mexico border in our MIssioner Tales.
ORBIS BOOKS SPOTLIGHT
World Watch
World Watch: Human Rights Abuse in the Philippines
The Maryknoll Office of Global Concerns calls attention to a history of human rights abuse in the Philippines.
Readers’ Responses
Readers’ Responses, Winter 2023
In addition to letters to the editor of Maryknoll print magazine, responses include comments to online articles and from social media.
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