Thursday of the Twentieth Week in Ordinary Time, August 21, 2025
In Jephthah’s tragic vow and the King’s lavish feast, we encounter the beauty and cost of divine invitation.
Wednesday of the Twentieth Week in Ordinary Time, August 20, 2025
Through a fable from the time of the Judges and a parable from the lips of Christ, the Holy Spirit invites us to see differently, to think differently, and to live differently.
Myanmar Church Mourns Loss of Bishop Emeritus Abraham Than of Kengtung at 98
The Catholic Church in Myanmar is in mourning following the peaceful passing of Bishop Emeritus Abraham Than of Kengtung Diocese. The beloved prelate returned to his heavenly home early this morning, August 18, 2025, at 6:40 AM. He was 98…
Century-Old Faith Shines as Kanazogone Parish Celebrates Feast of the Assumption
Bishop Henry Eikhlein reflected on the parish church itself – now over 100 years old – as a powerful "testimony of the faith and sacrifices of past generations."
Tuesday of the Twentieth Week in Ordinary Time, August 19, 2025
In Gideon’s trembling heart and the rich young man’s sorrow, we see our own struggles reflected—and hear God’s unwavering promise: "I am with you. Trust Me."
Monday of the Twentieth Week in Ordinary Time, August 18, 2025
Israel’s cycle of idolatry and the rich young man’s sorrow reveal the same truth: Half-hearted faith always disappoints; total surrender alone satisfies.
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (C), August 17, 2025
God’s purifying love demands our total surrender—even when it brings rejection, division, or suffering.
Saturday of the Nineteenth Week in Ordinary Time, August 16, 2025
Choosing God and Welcoming Children Josh 24:14-29, Psalm: 15, Mt 19:13-15 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, today, we will reflect on two profound themes that define our journey of faith: choosing God and welcoming children into our lives. In the book of…
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, August 15, 2025
The Firstfruits of Jesus’ Resurrection Rev 11:19; 12:1.3-6.10, Psalm: 44, 1Cor 15,20-27, Lk 1:39-56 Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, today, in solemnity and joy, we celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a momentous event that reflects the profound mystery of our…
The Shepherd Remembered: Pathein Diocese Honors the late Bishop John Gabriel
Thirty-one years to the day since the passing of their beloved shepherd, Bishop John Gabriel, the Diocese of Pathein came together not in mourning, but in solemn, grateful remembrance.