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Maryknoll Magazine Summer 2025
This Summer 2025 issue of Maryknoll magazine is dedicated to our beloved Pope Francis. Our cover story pays tribute to the pope from Argentina who was a sign of hope and inspiration for the Maryknoll family, the Catholic Church and the world.
While our print magazine went to press before the conclave, our web pages reflect the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first from the United States. The summer issue also includes a statement from Maryknoll’s superior general, addressing current challenges faced by our country.
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.
Pope Francis: In the Heart of the People
Pope Francis’ legacy of missionary discipleship will live on, writes the publisher of Maryknoll’s Orbis Books.
Serving a Joyful Community
Two Maryknoll Seminarians Patrick Okok and Matthew Sim preparing for ordination bring mission experience to a Chicago parish.
Charity that Strives for Diginity
A young Maryknoll priest describes a collaborative mission in Tanzania to help Emmanuel, a 29-year-old living with disabilities in Mabatini.
Acts of Humanity in Guatemala
Casa del Migrante, a Catholic shelter run by Scalabrini missionaries in Guatemala City, welcomes deported migrants from the United States.
Contributing to God’s Reign in Guatemala
Working in a diocesan health project in Guatemala, a Maryknoll sister treats patients and trains health promoters in poor communities.
Fifty Years of Sharing Hope
Celebrating a milestone anniversary, Maryknoll Lay Missioners (MKLM) honors an inspiring past, a compelling present and a strong future.
Vatican II at 60: A Marvelous Mission Awakening
The third of a four-part series on the 60th anniversary of Vatican II reflects on the significance of mission in the Church.
2024 Maryknoll Student Essay Contest Winners
For the Jubilee Year, middle and high school students wrote about what they have learned about hope from experiences in their own lives.
NEWS
Latest news from mission sites and countries around the world.
Strangers No Longer: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll priest who is a professor, author and film critic reflects on the Sunday Mass readings, hospitality and the reign of God.
‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Targets Immigrant Communities, Families, Workers
Leaders of the U.S. Church warn that this legislation will pose unprecedented threats to the country’s immigrant population.
ICE Presence Casts Shadow Over National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in LA
During the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in LA, the presence of ICE generated fear among immigrant parishioners, but many found strength in worship.
Maryknoll Publications Win 45 Catholic Media Awards
At the Catholic Media Association’s annual conference, held this year in Phoenix, Arizona, Maryknoll publications win 45 awards.
Pope Calls on Archbishops to Promote Unity and Renew Evangelization
During the feast of the Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul, the pope called for unity and renewal of the ways of sharing the Word of God.
This is Why We Struggle: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll lay missionary with 30 years of service offers a testimony of hope from South Sudan as he reflects on the Sunday Mass readings.
Catholic Sisters Protest Cuts to Social Net in Budget Bill
Catholic sisters protest at the Capitol against proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP as the Senate considers Trump’s budget plan.
San Diego Clergy Make Impact in Immigration Court
On World Refugee Day, members of the clergy in San Diego attended immigration court to support migrants. The outcome surprised those in attendance.
Suicide Bombing at Syrian Church Claims Innocent Lives
Over 20 worshippers, including children, were killed in the attack that sparked global outrage, while sectarian violence continues in Syria.
Pope Leo and US Bishops Plead for Peace after Attack on Iran Nuclear Sites
After the attacks on Iran, Pope Leo XIV, the U.S. bishops and the United Nations warn of an increasingly serious conflict if diplomatic solutions are not found.
Communion in Sharing: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll Sister reflects about Communion and responding to the challenge of giving to others as Christ gives his “body and blood” to us.
USCCB President: Bishops Stand with Immigrants ‘in this Challenging Hour’
Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the USCCB, reaffirms the Bishops’ commitment with migrants targeted by Trump administration.
US Bishop Calls for Ardent Prayer, Diplomacy as Israel-Iran Strikes Continue
Amid rising Israel-Iran attacks and the threat of wider conflict, Bishop Zaidan urges urgent diplomacy and fervent prayer.
USCCB, Catholic Charities Among NGOs in House Probe
USCCB and Catholic Charities among NGOs under congressional investigation for allegedly using federal funds to assist undocumented migrants.
PHOTO MEDITATION
Spirituality
Spirit of Mission: Too Many Saviors?
Christians like Dietrich Bonhoeffer offer concrete examples of following Jesus and taking up the Cross, even at great personal risk.
Partners in Mission
Partners in Mission: A Faith of Our Own
A young parishioner describes his gratitude to Maryknoll Father Joseph Veneroso, “Father Bae,” for 40 years serving the Korean parish.
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: Summer 2025
Missioners share snippets of mission life from where they serve in Jamaica, Bolivia and Tanzania as well as from the Maryknoll Sisters Center.
ORBIS BOOKS SPOTLIGHT
World Watch
World Watch: Climate Action Must Continue
As the U.S. withdraws from the fight against climate change, local leaders here and around the world recommit to caring for creation.
Readers’ Responses
Readers’ Responses, Summer 2025
Readers respond via email, letter or message to our stories published online, circulated in print and shared weekly by ezine.
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