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Combonis in Asia

Living St. Daniel Comboni’s Vision

Six Comboni missionaries from Africa, Asia, and Europe live out St. Daniel Comboni’s prophetic vision of being a “Cenacle of Apostles.” The community’s main aim is to promote mission awareness in the local Church through the publication of World Mission magazine and mission promotion.

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Follow Me

From Daniel We Learn Faithfulness

Daniel’s life inspires us to be faithful to God in all of life’s circumstances, including difficult times. Everyone’s love for God must be present in every aspect and phase of our lives, because as Jung tells us, “the important thing is not to be perfect, the important thing is to be whole.”

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Vatican II

Church: A Community of Dialogue

In order to achieve the Vatican II’s vision of a Church community, dialogue and mission, the Church needs to engage in dialogue within the Church itself, with other Christian Churches, with people of other faiths and with all humanity.

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Young Heart

When Mental Illness is a Stigma

It’s hard to cope with mental illness. But it’s also harder for the family living with a member who is mentally ill. In what ways can we, as caretakers, help a loved one who has depression? What are the telltale symptoms of somebody about to break down?

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Beyond the Synod

From Processions to Prophetic Mission

In the Philippines, a predominantly Catholic country, the active involvement of Catholics appears limited to practices of popular piety, religious fiestas, and salu-salo. However, according to the Synod on Synodality, communion, participation, and mission encompass much more than these activities.

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Our World

From Head-Hunting to Wealth-Hunting

Humanity’s relentless pursuit of wealth has reshaped societies and ignited conflicts. In a world crammed with counterfeit goods, illicit trafficking, and institutional corruption, the ancient call to honesty and responsibility has never been more urgent.

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Frontline

Leading Children Closer to God

As a Catholic, Artemio grew up in a dark area–Manila, notorious for crimes, gang wars, drugs, violence, and confusion. But God revealed Himself to him during his difficult and critical times. He reformed himself and leads children and people on the streets closer to God.

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Insight

Floods, Typhoons and Contractors

The Philippines has been suffering from damaging floods despite the billions of pesos paid to contractors for hundreds of flood control projects. The Senate uncovers anomalies for ghost/fake projects, overcosting, and underperformance by contractors.

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Frontiers

‘We Knew Nothing about That’

During World War II, historical accounts vary as to how much German citizens knew about Nazi camps. The evidence seems to reveal that some Germans had a clear understanding of the horrors that were happening, while others knew very little.

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Digital Library

Insights During Troubled Times

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Digital Library

A Witness to the Gospel of Charity

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Jubilee Year

Harmony with Creation

We have reached more than halfway through the Jubilee journey, a time of grace to renew, at the personal and community levels, the following of Jesus Christ and the service of our neighbor, especially the poorest and most abandoned.

Combonis in Asia

Mission to the Peripheries

Following the charism of St. Daniel Comboni, our weekly apostolic activities are mostly geared towards people who are marginalized or in the greatest need. Thus, we choose Christian communities populated by the minority and from the lowest classes in the society.

In Focus

Current State of Catechesis in the PH

Before going out as missionaries to others, which is a special vocation of the Filipino Church, the ad intra catechesis counts as the priority that is acknowledged by our bishops. As such, shouldn’t our catechetical program be made more effective, closely monitored, and sustainable?

Young Heart

Internet Dating: Taboo or Trending?

Young and old alike these days turn to internet dating. Not only because it is the present trend, but online dating entails more than just knowing, as well as facing the hardships of an LDR (long-distance relationship), and finding someone trustworthy.

Vatican II

Pivotal Figures of Vatican II

One must remember that the Council was attended by over 2,500 bishops as well as additional theologians, experts, and observers, all adding up to over 3,000 persons. This short essay only highlights eight pivotal figures.

Frontline

SVD Turn Idle Land into Ecotourism

Four years ago, the Society of the Divine Word in the Philippines started to transform a land they own that had been idle for decades into an ecotourism destination. Today, it employs more than 100 people to grow crops with solar-powered materials.

Insight

High Seas Treaty for PH Seas

The vast waters surrounding the Philippines and the hundreds of thousands of people who depend on them for their livelihood are facing threats that are, in some ways, more serious than those posed by China and its maritime assertions.

Frontiers

The Green Encyclical is Alive!

Ten years ago, Pope Francis wrote the first environmental encyclical letter in the history of the Catholic Church. As he was writing it, so many of us concerned about the sickening state of our wonderful earth home, waited with hopeful anticipation.

Combonis in Asia

Forming “Holy and Capable” Missionaries

The St. Daniel Comboni Seminary (DCS) currently hosts four missionaries and 14 seminarians. In addition to promoting vocations and forming candidates, the seminary collaborates with the local Church and organizes outreach activities, youth encounters, and “Friends of the Mission” feasts.

Follow Me

Jonah’s Conversation

The prophet appeals to us to change our ways, inviting us to accept God’s love and mercy in our lives and to witness, generously and without fear, to the Good News to all the peoples of the earth.

Vatican II

Christians Engaging the Contemporary World

Gaudium et Spes, the longest document of Vatican II, calls the Church to engage with contemporary society, addressing social issues through dialogue and evangelization. Rooted in Gospel values, this mission fosters justice, solidarity, and universal fraternity.

Young Heart

Online Safety Tips

Don’t fall prey to rampant illegitimate website scammers. In this digital age, there are a lot of people being victimized. Don’t be one of them! Here are safety tips for you to consider when online, whether transacting or socializing.

In Focus

Understanding the Holy Days of Obligation and the Eucharist

“Is today a holy day of obligation? If I participate in today’s Mass, will I fulfill the holy day of obligation?” These questions highlight the importance of understanding the significance of holy days of obligation and the true meaning of participating in the Eucharist.

Our World

From Anger to Forgiveness

From the rituals of ancient India to the approaches of modern peace activists, we learn that when we convert our anger into constructive energy, we lay the foundation for a world where every act of violence eventually gives way to the promise of peace.

Frontline

Man of the Eight Beatitudes

Born into a wealthy family in Turin, Italy, Pier Giorgio Frassati gave up his privileged position to dedicate his life to the poor. He led a humble life and was blessed with an extraordinary personality. Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati and Blessed Carlo Acutis will be canonized together on 7 September.

Insight

Junk Food Harms Children and Adults

The current generation of Filipino children is increasingly influenced negatively by the junk food and drink industries, making them susceptible to serious diseases later in life. It is crucial for parents and teachers to educate children about the importance of healthy eating.

Frontiers

Why Iran Attacks are Immoral

The bombings of Iran by Israel and the United States are clearly immoral when weighed against Catholic doctrine regarding war.

Jubilee Year

God Gives Us His Unconditional Forgiveness

This month, it is the turn of the very heart of the Jubilee: Forgiveness, primarily through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The forgiveness offered by God during the Holy Year, freely and unconditionally, is a source of new life and profound peace.

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