At the national Catholic Social Ministry gathering, plenary panelists underscored work with women and children and offered paths to follow.
Maryknoll Magazine Summer 2026
We begin this issue of Maryknoll magazine with a prayer for peace around the world, especially the Middle East. We include a joint statement from the joint Maryknoll leadership of priests, brothers, sisters and lay people calling for the cessation of the Iran conflict.
Our coverage features stories about missioners serving in Asia, Africa and Latin America and accompanying immigrants here at home. This issue includes the prayer of consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. We also profile Maryknoll Seminarian Victor Mutobera in light of his upcoming ordination.
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.
Pope Delivers Rousing Message in Congo
“Hands off Africa!” Pope Francis says in an address to leaders in Congo, decrying plundering of the continent’s resources.
Nicaragua Convicts Churchmen in Secret Trial
In a closed trial, Nicaragua's government convicted seven church workers, including three priests,...
Polish Family Murdered by Nazis Are Martyrs
The Church confirms that the murder of a Polish family that tried to hide Jewish neighbors from the Nazis qualifies as martyrdom.
The Beatitudes: A Maryknoll Reflection
By Gabe Hurrish Sunday, January 29, 2023Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13 | 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 | Matthew...
Catholics Organize against Human Trafficking
During the month of January, Catholics across the U.S. raise awareness about the problem of human trafficking.
New Refugee Sponsorship Program is Launched
While applauding a private sponsorship program for refugees vi the Welcome Corps, U.S. Catholic organizations also raise potential concerns.
Pope, Bishops Call for Peace in Peru
Pope Francis and Peru’s bishops urge the immediate restoration of peace after more than 50 lives are lost due to political violence.
Myanmar Church Leaders Issue Letter Condemning Attacks
The cardinal and two archbishops of Myanmar send an open letter calling for protection after another church bombing last week.
Mission on the Margins: A Maryknoll Reflection
As she reflects on the Mass readings for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, a Maryknoll sister recalls serving at the U.S./Mexico border.
Pope, Buddhists Discuss Care for Planet
Receiving a delegation of Buddhist monks from Cambodia, Pope Francis said that interreligious dialogue can promote care of creation.
Biden Plan ‘Unworkable’ for Florida’s Boat Refugees, Archbishop Says
Biden’s plan to address the surge of asylum-seekers “doesn’t address the problem of people coming by boats,” Miami’s archbishop says.
Catholic Priest Killed in Nigeria; Other Christians Killed in Congo
A priest’s death and the wounding of another is the latest attack in Nigeria's predominantly...
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Veronica Schweyen, M.M. Sunday, January 15, 2023Is 49:3, 5-6 | 1 Cor 1:1-3 | Jn 1:29-34This...
PHOTO MEDITATION
Spirituality
St. Kateri of the Woods
Maryknoll Father Joseph Veneroso explains his hometown connection to Kateri Tekakwitha, first...
Prayer for Vocations
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, Japan & South Sudan
Missioner Tales, November & December 2015 I was deeply touched by the visit of three children—María, Enderson and Domingo—to my house in Chajul, Guatemala. They took part in vacation time classes after the school year ended in October. Each year the classes are...
ORBIS BOOKS SPOTLIGHT
World Watch
The plight of refugees near and far
In this issue, Sister Rosemarie Milazzo shares about her recent experience in Iraq, including visiting refugees fleeing the conflict in neighboring Syria. (See story, page 18.) According to a report...
Readers’ Responses
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