With a new mural, a Japanese American community in Los Angeles honors its history of faith, in which Maryknoll played an important role.
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Maryknoll Magazine Spring 2026
In this issue of Maryknoll, we examine how cuts to U.S. foreign aid have impacted a major AIDS relief program launched decades ago in Kenya by Maryknoll missioners, while in another article, we visit an AIDS hospice started by Maryknoll sisters that provides care and shelter to patients in Guatemala.
We continue our coverage of immigration with a look at the Church’s clear opposition to mass deportation and the mistreatment of migrants. We meet the latest group of Maryknoll lay missioners, accompany young adults on a pilgrimage to Rome, and share other mission stories from around the world.
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.
A Return to the Heart
Young Adult Maryknoll Ambassadors and Catholic Climate Covenant young adults go on pilgrimage for the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si’.
Walking Together in Guatemala
An immersion trip co-sponsored by Maryknoll and CRS introduces participants to the realities, challenges and hopes of local communities.
Lending a Friendly Hand: Legal Promoters in Guatemala
A Maryknoll sister in Guatemala and her team train women in poor communities to become advocates known as community legal promoters.
The Church Raises Its Voice on Immigration
The Catholic Church, from the U.S. to the Vatican, is united in condemning the mistreatment and mass deportation of immigrants.
Remembering the Martyrs
Journalist George Black uncovers new information in the 1980 murders in El Salvador of four churchwomen, including Maryknoll sisters.
‘Guard This Treasure’
Maryknoll Father John Spain has spent a lifetime in mission accompanying the people of El Salvador and preserving the legacy of its martyrs.
Flowers from Tanzania
Inspired by the Maryknollers who touched their lives from childhood, two women from Tanzania made final vows as Maryknoll Sisters earlier this year.
Pope Leo’s Wisdom for Seminarians
Maryknoll Seminarian Raymond Lee, who attended the Jubilee of Seminarians in Rome, reflects on Pope Leo’s message to those preparing for the priesthood.
NEWS
Latest news from mission sites and countries around the world.
Examples of Faith: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father Thomas Tiscornia, who served in Africa, reflects on how the newly baptized can inspire others to live out our faith.
Catholic Maritime Ministries Concerned for Sailors Trapped in Blockade
Tens of thousands of seafarers face precarious conditions in the Strait of Hormuz, say leaders of the Stella Maris apostolate.
Father Vincent Capodanno’s Cause for Sainthood Gains Momentum
As the Vatican reviews the cause of the Maryknoll missioner killed in Vietnam, advocates hope that he will be declared venerable.
What Pope Leo’s Africa Trip Was All About
Pope Leo concludes his apostolic journey to Africa with a message of justice and healing for the “bloodstained yet fertile” region.
Stories of Resurrection: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Father John Siyumbu reflects on the power of Peter’s storytelling and the intimate connection of the baptized to the Resurrection.
On Earth Day, a Look at St. Francis of Assisi as Patron of the Environment
The timeless spirituality of St. Francis embraces joyful reverence for God’s creation — a message that today is more relevant than ever.
Costa Rica: Local Church Concerned Over US Deportees Deal
The Central American country is receiving weekly flights of foreign nationals being deported from the United States to this third country.
Israeli Army to Investigate Soldier for Vandalizing Jesus Statue
An Israeli soldier’s alleged vandalism of a Christ image in Lebanon sparks condemnation and calls for accountability.
Hand in Hand with Jesus: A Maryknoll Reflection
Maryknoll Lay Missioner Gabe Hurrish, who most recently served in South Sudan, reflects on how we are all disciples on the road to Emmaus.
Catholic Leaders: Halt Russia’s Religious Persecution in Ukraine
After an academic conference, prominent U.S. Catholics launch a petition demanding an end to persecution in occupied Ukraine.
Lebanese Christians Mourn Rising Death Toll From Israeli Attacks
More than 2,000 people have been killed and 1 million displaced in “a new massacre,” says Lebanon’s Maronite Catholic president.
Pope Leo Responds to Trump: ‘Blessed Are the Peacemakers’
The pope responds to President Trump’s criticism, reaffirming his commitment to the Gospel and his mission focused on peace, not politics.
From Doubt to Faith: A Maryknoll Reflection
From Guatemala, Maryknoll Sister Dee Smith reflects on how God’s mercy overcomes fear, as Jesus’ disciples experienced after his death.
Uganda Bishops Urge Release of Political Detainees for Easter
The Easter season is a time for reconciliation as Uganda recovers from divisions caused by electoral repression, Catholic bishops say.
PHOTO MEDITATION
Spirituality
Spirit of Mission: Great Bridge to Unity
Maryknoll Father Joseph Veneroso deciphers early indicators of the approach that Pope Leo XIV brings to the papacy.
Mission in Latin America
Mission Enriched by the Gifts of Others
Maryknoll Father Alejandro Marina reflects on the important role of partners who contribute to service and community in Cochabamba, Bolivia.
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 2026
Missioners share snippets of mission life drawn from experiences in Kenya, the Bolivian Amazon and the United States.
ORBIS BOOKS SPOTLIGHT
World Watch
World Watch: Foreign Aid, A Moral Imperative
Susan Gunn, director of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns, presents a sobering view of the fatal effects of U.S. cuts to foreign aid.
Readers’ Responses
Readers’ Responses, Winter 2026
Readers respond via email, letter or message to our stories published online, circulated in print and shared weekly by ezine.
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