“God is our real Father who never tires of showing mercy to us. He will never abandon us in our difficulties. He will lead us by hand. He hears our prayers,” Bishop John La Sam reminded the faithful.
The season of Lent calls us to authentic conversion—not a superficial change of habits, but a deep reorientation of our hearts toward God and neighbor.
"The Religious Affairs and Finance Committees are the dual pillars of our religious community," Fr. John Soe Tint stated. "By convening here, we ensure every member is fully aligned with the rules and responsibilities required of them."
"Our ancestors would not have dared to imagine," Bishop Henry Eikhlein said, "that in 60 or 70 years this place would flourish with so many buildings and such a strong Christian community."
Nearly a year after a powerful earthquake shattered their church, the small Catholic community of Yamethin gathered on February 14 at an outdoor grotto to celebrate the 27th annual Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes—a poignant display of faith rising from the rubble.
As we continue our Lenten journey, the Word of God places this ultimate decision before us, not to frighten us, but to focus us; not to discourage, but to set us free for the only path that leads to true joy.
The creation of Sacred Heart Parish continues the archdiocese's mission to strengthen pastoral outreach and bring the Church closer to the faithful in developing and rural areas—a sign of growth and renewed commitment to evangelization in Myanmar.
The centerpiece of the visit occurred on February 8 at St. Patrick's Church, where the bishop celebrated Sunday Mass and officially opened the newly constructed Good Shepherd's multi-purpose hall.
Today’s readings offer us a powerful remedy: a call to remember God’s perfect faithfulness, and to recognize that every good thing we need—and truly desire—flows from His unchanging fatherly heart.
Through the apostolic counsel of James and the sobering reaction of Jesus, we are invited to cultivate a heart that remains steady, not because the storms have ceased, but because it is anchored in a trust that does not demand signs.