Ordination of Father John Siyumbu marks a new era as Maryknoll welcomes seminarians from mission countries
Ordination of Maryknoll Father John Siyumbu: From Kenya to the World
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Maryknoll Magazine Spring 2025
In our Spring 2025 issue, we visit the jungles of Guatemala, where Maryknoll priests have built a dozen chapels, and Hong Kong, where a school founded by the Maryknoll Sisters celebrates its centenary. Of note, too, in this issue is our tribute to the late Father Gustavo Gutiérrez, an Orbis Books author who is considered the father of liberation theology.
This Lenten season, join us in prayer with Maryknoll missioners who live and work in a spirit of hope.
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.
The Gift of Mission: Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle talk about mission, global issues and his hopes for the future. Here we share excerpts of that interview.
Being a Brother in Mission
For a Maryknoll religious brother, helping Pakistani Christian refugees in Bangkok, Thailand, is simply part of his mission to form community.
Helping Survivors Survive Climate Change
Long-term projects initiated by Maryknoll priest in Eastern Kenya combat drought, climate change and food insecurity.
Restoring Trafficked Victims to Life
As international coordinator, Maryknoll Sister Abby Avelino leads religious in Talitha Kum networks throughout the world to end human trafficking.
Listening to the Voice of Creation
Maryknoll lay missioner in rural El Salvador works to promote sustainable agriculture and environmental awareness.
Witnessing the Trauma of War
Maryknoll affiliates travel to the border of Poland/Ukraine to assist with humanitarian efforts for refugees.
Cultivate Roots and Wings, Say Leaders
Leader of Maryknoll’s Hispanic outreach reflects on national event looking at the future of U.S. Hispanic ministry
Cardinal Tagle Ordains Newest Maryknoll Priest
Ordination by Cardinal Tagle of Father John Siyumbu from Kenya marks a new era as Maryknoll welcomes seminarians from mission countries.
NEWS
Latest news from mission sites and countries around the world.
Pope Francis Thanks God for Trip to Asia
Pope Francis says his Sept. 2-13 trip to Asia and the Pacific allowed him to fulfill his dream as...
North Carolina Farmworkers Reveal a Hard Life
A gathering of farmworkers hosted by the Diocese of Raleigh, North Carolina, offers a glimpse into challenges facing agricultural workers.
Faith Against Violence: A Maryknoll Reflection
Faith stands against violence, says a Maryknoll priest in this Scripture reflection as he recounts his life as a missioner.
Coalition Asks Supreme Court to Stop Mine Threatening Sacred Site Oak Flat
A multicultural and multireligious coalition seeks to protect Oak Flat, a sacred Apache site in Arizona that is under threat from a copper company.
Bolivia’s Bishops Decry Ecological Disaster as Wildfires Rage
The Bolivian bishops issue a statement calling for “a prompt response” to the ecological crisis caused by wildfires.
Reflect God’s Love, Pope Tells People of Timor-Leste
During his trip to East Timor, also called Timor-Leste, Pope Francis gives a spirited message during a Mass attended by half the population.
All People Are Gifts from God, Pope Says in Papua New Guinea
During his visit to Papua New Guinea, Pope Francis hears from local people and encourages the promotion of Gospel values.
Heal with Active Faith: A Maryknoll Reflection
A world in conflict should not be met with hopelessness, but with active, healing faith, says a Maryknoll sister in this week’s reflection.
Pope: Politicians Have Key Role in National Unity
In the first stop in Indonesia for his Asia tour, Pope Francis tells leaders to fight prejudice and extremism with tolerance and dialogue
A Maryknoll Reflection from El Salvador
This reflection from the late Sister Madeline Dorsey poignantly retells the love and faith she encountered amid the suffering of El Salvador.
Creation Is God’s Gift for Humanity to Steward, Pope Says
The earth is entrusted to our care, yet still belong to God, the pope says in a message for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation.
Religious Vocations Flourish among Indigenous Women in Guatemala’s Highlands
The Missionary Sisters of the Eucharist, founded by the U.S. Presentation Sisters, attracts Indigenous women to join a thriving congregation.
Doctors Condemn Kidnapping of Nigerian Catholic Medical Students
A group of Catholic medical students was kidnapped for ransom in Nigeria, in latest attack against Christians in the West African nation.
US Bishops’ Survey Shows Increase in Hispanic Ministry
Thirty percent of parishes nationwide offer Sunday Masses in Spanish, and 3,000 more provide at least some Hispanic pastoral ministry.
PHOTO MEDITATION
Spirituality
Spirit of Mission: The Holy Names of Mary
“Why do you Catholics worship the Virgin Mary?” is a question asked regularly. The answer is simply, “We don’t.”
Partners in Mission
Partners in Mission: Allowed to Dream
A Maryknoll brother in Chile not only helped a longtime friend to raise bees, but also mentored and encouraged him to pursue his dreams.
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, Fall 2022
Missioners offer snippets of mission life in Tanzania, El Salvador and the Marshall Islands
ORBIS BOOKS SPOTLIGHT
World Watch
World Watch: It’s Time for Renewable Energy
While the latest United Nations report on climate change is dire, renewable energy technology is more available and cheaper than ever.
Readers’ Responses
Readers’ Responses, Fall 2022
I was recently hospitalized, and while there, I kept asking God what my purpose in life could be since I am getting sickly and weak. Surprisingly, when I arrived home upon discharge, I saw the Maryknoll magazine Summer 2022 issue lying on my desk…
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