Oaths and Ordinations to the diaconate in Jerusalem The staff in St Anne’s wishes to let you know that the same candidates will pronounce their

What is really happening in the Tigray region of Ethiopia? Before November 2020, nine Missionaries of Africa confreres were working there. Today, they are only two left. Paul Reilly, recently appointed for studies in Rome, accepted to contact Jose Bandres, M.Afr., and together with him, they give us some pointers to better understand the situation.

8 September : Birthday of Our Lady in Jerusalem The Proto-Gospel of James (2nd century) indicates the birth of the Virgin Mary in the vicinity

Experience has shown that migration is as old as human history. Migration does not only occur among human beings, animals also migrate looking for safety or green pasture. Speaking of “Youths and Migration in Khartoum: Joys and challenges”, we can ask ourselves how Khartoum is a green pasture for young people who are searching for a better life.

First off, I am alive, safe and sound. Just yesterday (December 26th), I managed, along with two other M.Afr. priests, one religious sister, and five M.Afr. seminarians (aspirants), to get out of the Tigray region…

Here is a letter we just received from the Delegate Superior of Ethiopia, giving some news of what they are enduring these days with their dear people of Ethiopia.I have just commnicated with the Delegate and we agreed that the names be removed for evident reasons of security. Those who want to know more can consult the Book of Personnel. Let us join with them in prayer for Peace is this beautiful land.
For a long time, the Missionaries of Africa have had the privilege of taking care of the site where, traditionally, Mother Mary was born. It

On Tuesday, 26th November, our Confrere, Cardinal Michael Fitzgerald, received the Final Oath of Patient Balma and Nelson Ekeh, as well as the renewal of the Declaration of Intent of Audace Niyibigira, Belito Jose Joaquim, Isac Kinda and Thierry Uyirwoth in the new Chapel of St. Anne’s in Jerusalem. Congratulations to all.

On Monday, the 18th November 2019, our confrere Frans Bouwen received a certificate of honorary membership of the Ausrtian Foundation Pro Oriente, as a award for his involvement in the inter-religious dialogue.






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