Saturday of the First Week of Lent, February 28, 2026
We are called to nothing less than perfection: “Be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect.”
Friday of the First Week of Lent, February 27, 2026
A persistent human temptation is to believe that our spiritual state is fixed—that we are either essentially good or irredeemably flawed, and that our past actions have sealed our fate.
Myitkyina Bishop’s First Visit to Remote Htingnan Parish Reveals ‘Hidden Jewel’ of Faith in Myanmar’s Triangle Region
Bishop John Mung Ngawn La Sam of Myitkyina Diocese made his first pastoral visit to Htingnan (St. John) Parish from February 9 to 11, 2026, discovering a thriving Catholic community hidden in the remote Mali Hkrang Wa Lawng triangle area.
Thursday of the First Week of Lent, February 26, 2026
Today’s readings give us a stunning portrait of this surrender—the kind of prayer that does not seek to manipulate God, but places our entire situation into His loving hands, trusting in His goodness above all.
RVA Lisu Joins Thousands Celebrating Lisu Lunar New Year in Myitkyina
More than 2,000 people gathered at Pamti Lisu Traditional Park on February 18 to celebrate the Lisu Lunar New Year, with members of RVA Lisu actively participating in a day that blended cultural tradition with Christian faith.
Wednesday of the First Week of Lent, February 25, 2026
In the spiritual life, we can sometimes be like children, forever asking for one more sign, one more piece of evidence, before we commit ourselves fully.
Tuesday of the First Week of Lent, February 24, 2026
Today, the Word of God offers us a powerful image of hope and a model of trust, assuring us that God’s word is not a hollow sound, but a life-giving force that always achieves its purpose when received by a heart made ready.
Monday of the First Week of Lent, February 23, 2026
The Word of God pulls holiness down from the clouds and plants it firmly in the soil of our daily interactions.
First Sunday of Lent (A), February 22, 2026
The Church shows us the root of our human struggle, not to discourage us, but to reveal the breathtaking scope of God’s rescue mission.
Myitkyina Bishop Delivers Lenten Message Through RVA Kachin
“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.