Pope Francis' 2021 illustrated teaching on kinshipBy Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service VATICAN...
Maryknoll Magazine Fall 2025
This issue of Maryknoll magazine, Heralds of Hope, presents our two recently ordained priests. They are signs of hope for the Church, for Maryknoll as a mission society and for the people they will serve abroad.
So, too, is our new pontiff, Pope Leo XIV. The first pope from the United States, he brings personal mission experience and “a deep commitment to dialogue, peace and global solidarity” to the Church and the world.
Hope is infectious and abounds in the stories of Maryknoll missioners.
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.
NEWS
Latest news from mission sites and countries around the world.
Peace Day Message: Pour Money into Education, Not Weapons, Wars
In his message, which the Vatican sends to heads of state around the world, Pope Francis proposed...
Year Ends without Immigration Reform
As 2021 ends, advocates say much-needed immigration reform, especially for vulnerable migrants, is unfinished business.
Think of the Holy Family Fleeing Herod and Pray for Migrants, Pope Says
Continuing his series of audience talks about St. Joseph, Pope Francis focused on Joseph’s courage in taking Mary and the baby Jesus to Egypt to escape Herod, and he compared St. Joseph’s bravery to the courage of migrants and refugees who leave their homelands to protect and help their families.
Laudato Si’ Movement Combats Climate Change
Pope Francis invites the world a movement based on the Laudato Si’ Action Platform, composed of specific goals to address climate change.
Despite Vaccines, COVID-19 Still Spreading
The U.S. braces for a surge in COVID-19 cases due to a new variant while the morality and efficacy of vaccines are still being debated.
Pope at Christmas: ‘God Comes Into the World in Littleness’
"Littleness is the path that he chose to draw near to us, to touch our hearts, to save us and to...
Jesus’ Humble Birth a Reminder of God’s Love for Humanity, Pope Says
During his general audience Dec. 22, Pope Francis underlined the importance of humility before the...
Pope to Children: Love Others
At two Christmas events, Pope Francis tells children that Jesus loves them and wants them to show love for others through acts of kindness.
Holy Families at the Border
Sister Norma Pimentel, who serves at the U.S./Mexico border, asks, who are the holy families in our midst this Christmas?
U.N. Reports Significant Rise in Hunger in Latin America, Caribbean
U.N. agencies warned that the number of those suffering from hunger in Latin America and the Caribbean is at its highest point in 15 years.
St. Joseph Teaches Value of Silence, Pope Says
In his weekly audience, Pope Francis continues his series on St. Joseph and reflects on what we...
Organization Seeks Information on Untold Number of Missing Migrants
Project records more than 45,000 people missing and presumed dead in the process of migrating since 2014 — a fraction of true total.
Mourning, Prayers and Resolve to Rebuild Follow Devastating Tornadoes
Pope Francis sends “heartfelt prayers” for victims after one of the most powerful twisters in U.S. history wreaks havoc across six states.
PHOTO MEDITATION
Spirituality
Partners in Mission
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
Leung Ying, who was partially disabled after a stroke, came to live in our home for the elderly in Hong Kong, where I served in mission. She appeared very sad and would walk up and down, dragging one foot a little and weeping. She continually repeated the same thing,...
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