Emphasizing synodality, Latin American leaders close assembly with a call for a more inclusive church and increased participation of women.
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.
St. Joseph Teaches Us to Accept What God Has in Mind, Pope Says
During his weekly audience, Pope Francis reflects on what St. Joseph can teach all about following God’s guidance.
Pope Prays for Migrants from Cyprus and Greece
Pope Francis called the Mediterranean Sea “a great cemetery” in a message to the people of Cyprus and Greece and called for a moment of silence for the migrants
Look to St. Joseph as an “Ally,” Pope Says
In a series on St. Joseph during the weekly papal audience, Pope Francis says to look to Church’s patron for guidance and support.
CELAM Bishops Must ‘Revive Aparecida,’ Go to Peripheries, Says its President
President of the Latin American Catholic Bishops’ Conference (CELAM) opens episcopal gathering with a call to revive Aparecida, go to the peripheries
Cardinal Warns of Rights Violations against Seafarers
Cardinal Peter Turkson warns that seafarers and workers in fishing industries are increasingly being exploited.
Pope: Fight Child Labor through Fair Wages for Adults
Pope Francis says at conference “Eradicating Child Labor, Building a Better Future,” fight child labor by eliminating poverty and paying fair wages to adults.
Religious Freedom Advocates ‘Appalled’ as State Department Removes Nigeria from Watch List
State department removes Nigeria from watch list in spite of abuses against religious freedom and persecution of Christians.
Pope: St. Joseph Reminds Church to Pay Attention to What Is Essential
Pope: St. Joseph, model for and protector of the Church, reminds us to pay attention to what is important.
Latin American Bishops to Confront Increasing Poverty after COVID-19
Latin America accounts for one-third of all COVID-19 pandemic deaths and its economies contracted...
Nurture Hope Tomorrow by Healing Pain Today, Pope Says
Pope Francis says World Day of the Poor asks us not to be afraid to take a close look at the...
Trust Christ’s Presence, Learn to Invoke the Holy Spirit, Pope Says
Prayer to the Holy Spirit must come from the heart, Pope Francis says, concluding audience series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Galatians.
An Ex-Marine Recounts Inspiration of Maryknoll Priest Killed in Vietnam War
As a chaplain with the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War, Maryknoll Father Vincent...
Latin American Bishops to Address the Region’s Decline in Democracy
Latin American bishops to seeks to confront erosion of region’s democracy from leaders on the left and right.
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
I had recently arrived in Peru and was assigned to Taraco in the department of Puno, 13,000 feet above sea level. Every six months we had to take a break from the physical stress of the high altitude. I decided to go to Lima by way of Cuzco and Machu Picchu, the...
ORBIS BOOKS SPOTLIGHT
World Watch
Readers’ Responses
CENTERSPREAD
