Missioner trains farmers from tribal villages in Thailand to face climate change while caring for the earth.
Rediscovering Tribal ‘Earth Wisdom’
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Maryknoll Magazine Spring 2021
Our Spring 2021 issue of Maryknoll Magazine focuses on the lives of service of people like a Maryknoll priest helping indigenous people reconnect with their spiritual roots, a lay missioner accompanying sick and abandoned Bolivians, a U.S. family joined in solidarity and friendship with struggling Salvadorans … and more.
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.
Acomujerza Cooperative Gives Salvadoran Women Hope
Acomujerza cooperative, born out of the trauma of war, gives Salvadoran women the opportunity they need to support their children.
A Fond Aloha
Maryknoll Sister Ardis Kremer leaves island of Molokai 45 years after bringing her adventuresome energy to the Hawaiian island.
Parishioners in Muroran Say, ‘Welcome Home, Father’
In Hokkaido’s port city of Muroran, in Higashi (East) Muroran Catholic Church, Maryknoll Father Frank Riha is considered one of their own.
The Church Establishes the First Advisory Body of Young People
The first International Youth Advisory Body (IYAB) brings together 20 young people from different parts of the world to dialogue with the Vatican.
Lay Missioner is Lifting Spirits Restoring Life in Bolivia
Maryknoll Lay Missioner John O’Donoghue accompanies sick and disabled people at Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity home in Cochabamba, Bolivia.
Seeking Sustainability in East Africa
Maryknoll Father Hung M. Dinh works to build up and sustain a sprawling rural parish in Tanzania with a network of catechists.
New Maryknoll Priest Is Ordained Despite COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic could postpone but not stop the vocational call to the priesthood for the newest member of the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, Father Gregory McPhee.
NEWS
Latest news from mission sites and countries around the world.
Pope Sees Iraq Trip During Pandemic as Sign of Love, Spokesman Says
All precautions have been taken for pope’s Iraq trip from a health point of view, and everyone traveling with the pontiff have been vaccinated.
At Least 18 Killed in Myanmar Coup Protests
Myanmar security forces open fire on demonstrators angry about Feb. 1 military coup, killing at least 18 and wounding more than 30.
Brazilian Bishops’ Lenten Campaign Draws Fire From Conservatives
Campaign that defends indigenous peoples, criticizes rampant femicide and condemns violence against LGBTQ draws ire of some Brazilian bishops.
Funeral Services Set for Sister Dianna Ortiz
A prayer vigil and funeral Mass will be held for human rights advocate Ursuline Sister Dianna Ortiz, who died of cancer on Feb. 19, 2021.
Religious Leaders Urge Biden to Support Global Pandemic Aid, Debt Relief
Two religious leaders urged the Biden administration to support the release of global reserve funds to help developing countries respond to the pandemic.
Nigerian Archbishop Appeals for Release of Schoolgirl Kidnapped Three Years Ago
Three years after a school girl was abducted by Islamic militants in Nigeria, the archbishop of Lagos has demanded the president secure her release.
Protests Against Military Coup Intensify in Myanmar
Catholic nuns, priests and laypeople among those taking to the streets to voice opposition to the military coup in Myanmar.
Bosnian Priest Appeals for Refugees Despairing in Winter Conditions
The head of Caritas in Bosnia-Herzegovina has urged help for refugees stranded in drastic winter conditions in the Balkan country and accused the European Union of ignoring their plight and seeking to “wash its hands like Pilate.”
Papal trip to Iraq has dual focus
In his upcoming visit to Iraq, Pope Francis will honor suffering and build bridges. By Cindy...
Pope Marks Anniversary of Christians Martyred in Libya
Marking the sixth anniversary of the beheading of 21 Christians on a beach in Libya, Pope Francis said they gave witness to Christ through their martyrdom.
Many Countries in Asia and the Pacific Slow to Offer Vaccines
Governments in Asia and Oceania were slower than their counterparts on other continents to offer COVID-19 vaccines. Larger countries, such as India and China, were offering vaccines to smaller countries, including to some countries outside Asia.
World’s Second-Largest Continent Has Few COVID-19 Vaccines
Malnutrition, drought and rumors about vaccines are just some of the problems facing Africa’s 54 countries. By Feb. 8, 48 of them had not approved a vaccine.
Latin American Church Leaders: Get Vaccines, Prioritize the Vulnerable
In Latin America many countries have had difficulties obtaining vaccines as wealthier nations have...
Spirituality
St. Joseph: Patron of Dreamers and Discerners
St. Joseph emerges in the Gospels as a man beset by problems, uncertainties and dangers, who, like us, had to live by faith.
Partners in Mission
Abundant Graces Flow in Taichung, Taiwan
A teacher at the Maryknoll Language School in Taichung, Taiwan, reflects on the blessings she has received working with the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers.
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, Spring 2021
Missioner Tales in the Spring 2021 issue of Maryknoll magazine give snippets of mission life in Tanzania, South Sudan, Guatemala and Thailand.
World Watch
Water Defenders Face Dangerous Challenge
A new book documents how courageous water defenders in El Salvador made the Central American country the first nation in the world to ban metal mining.
Readers’ Responses
Readers’ Responses Spring 2021
Our readers comment on past articles appearing in Maryknoll magazine under the heading of Readers’ Responses Spring 2021.
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