Sister Norma Pimentel, who serves at the U.S./Mexico border, asks, who are the holy families in our midst this Christmas?
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.
NEWS
Latest news from mission sites and countries around the world.
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.
‘Here among Us:’ Dorothy Day’s Cause Moves Forward
Archdiocese of New York sends the cause for sainthood for Dorothy Day to Rome for next phase of canonization.
South Sudan Bishop Seeks Help as Floods Waters Rise
Most areas the South Sudan’s large Malakal Diocese are submerged under water rising to a height of one meter (39.5 inches), bishop says.
Pope pays tribute to Immaculate Conception
Continuing a papal tradition, Pope Francis visits a statue of the Immaculate Conception in Rome...
Mexican Bishops Criticize Their Government’s Agreement With US to Revive Migrant Protocols
Mexico’s bishops echo sentiments of their U.S. counterparts expressing disappointment with reinstatement of ‘Remain in Mexico” policy.
Pope on Lesbos: Attack Causes of Migration
Visiting the Greek island of Lesbos, Pope Francis speaks to the European Union and governments around the world about responding to refugees.
Latin American Church Leaders Call for Synodality
Emphasizing synodality, Latin American leaders close assembly with a call for a more inclusive church and increased participation of women.
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.
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.
Tales from Guatemala, Tanzania & Hong Kong
Missioner Tales May & June 2015 Each year the parish in Guatemala where I serve as a Maryknoll Sister takes up a collection for the diocese to help the poor. Rather than contribute money, our parishioners contribute their newly harvested corn. It’s their staff of...
ORBIS BOOKS SPOTLIGHT
World Watch
Readers’ Responses
CENTERSPREAD
