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August in Japan

Posted on August 12, 2023 by editor

Brad Rozairo, OMI – The month of August in Japan reminds us of the deep meaning and the importance of peace as Hiroshima and Nagasaki commemorate the 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing this year. This opens a ten-day period (August 6 – … Continue reading →

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The Truth: Catholic Church and LGBTQ+

Posted on August 5, 2023 by editor

Jerry Novotny OMI – Jesus promised us, “….. and the truth will make you free” (Jn. 8:32). When young, I lived on a farm in Minnesota, USA. As any farmer will tell you that one of the most difficult challenges of farming is preparing the … Continue reading →

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The Season of Creation Focuses on Justice and Peace for All

Posted on July 23, 2023 by editor

Bishop Michael D. Pfeifer, OMI – The Season of Creation for 2023 focuses on fundamental virtue of justice for true peace for all life on planet Earth which Pope Francis calls our COMMON HOME. If we truly want peace, we … Continue reading →

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War Against Children: IVF – 70-75% do not survive (part 14)

Posted on July 9, 2023 by editor

(This article is part of an ongoing series showing different adult obsessions in waging “War Against Children” by Fr. Jerry Novotny, OMI) Millions of babies have come into the world through In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). This method can provide couples with a child … Continue reading →

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Leadership Ministry

Posted on June 7, 2023 by editor

Brad Rozairo, OMI – Accepting any responsibility demands a big “yes” and if you are not prepared for the job, it can put you down when things do not go right. Many do not want to get involved in the leadership ministry because … Continue reading →

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War Against Children: Down Syndrome Genocide – 90% Killed (Part 13)

Posted on April 26, 2023 by editor

(This article is part of an ongoing series showing different adult obsessions in waging “War Against Children” by Fr. Jerry Novotny, OMI.) Every day, throughout the world, we see the effects of hatred between people whenever we watch news on TV or … Continue reading →

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“Go to Galilee”

Posted on April 14, 2023 by editor

(excerpt taken from the homily of Pope Francis, Holy Saturday, 8 April 2023) At times, we may simply feel weary about our daily routine, tired of taking risks in a cold, hard world where only the clever and the strong … Continue reading →

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Message of the Holy Father Francis for Lent 2023, 17.02.2023

Posted on March 19, 2023 by editor

Lenten Penance and the Synodal Journey Dear brothers and sisters! The Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke all recount the episode of the Transfiguration of Jesus. There we see the Lord’s response to the failure of his disciples to understand … Continue reading →

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Message of His Holiness Pope Francis XXXI World Day of the Sick – 11 February 2023

Posted on February 10, 2023 by editor

“Take care of him” Compassion as a synodal exercise of healing

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Ukraine: Missionary priests hoping to open healing centre in Kyiv

Posted on October 17, 2022 by editor

As the war in Ukraine grinds on toward its 9th month, Fr. Pavlo Vyshkovskyi, OMI, says people are increasingly traumatized and in need of both psychological and spiritual assistance.

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From the Saharan desert to Rome: New OMI Superior General

Posted on October 7, 2022 by editor

“Poor people can teach us about hope and life. So, we must work with poor people, with lay people, with indigenous peoples, bringing new life to the Congregation. For me, this means bringing holiness to the Congregation, and the best … Continue reading →

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Message of the Holy Father Francis for the 108th World Day of Migrants

Posted on September 20, 2022 by editor

“Here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city that is to come.” (Heb 13:14) Dear brothers and sisters! The ultimate meaning of our “journey” in this world is the search for our true homeland, the Kingdom of … Continue reading →

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