A 30-member delegation from Myanmar finalized preparations for the Asian Mission Congress 2025 during an orientation meeting at the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Myanmar (CBCM) on Tuesday, November 25.
“Education is the way to peace,” Bishop Henry Eikhlein stated, warning that a society deprived of proper learning forfeits its future.
In a world that often measures success by wealth and influence, these scriptures call us to a sobering and liberating truth: we are all being weighed on God’s scales, and our only lasting security is found in acknowledging Him.
Bishop Henry Eikhlein connected the church’s physical resilience to the spiritual strength of its people. “Our Church stands strongly in the midst of bad weather,” he noted, symbolizing a faith that has endured through generations.
Bishop Lucas Dau Ze drew a compelling parallel from the story of King David, calling it a “DIY—Do It Yourself” call. He reminded them that “behind difficulties lies success,” and that embracing Christ allows them to rise, bringing joy to their families and communities.
Bishop Lucius Hre Kung reminded the faithful that the celebration was not merely a look back at history, but an urgent call to renew their faith in Christ the King.
Every earthly kingdom, no matter how magnificent or powerful, is temporary, while the Kingdom of God alone is eternal and unshakable.
I tell you truly, this poor widow put in more than all the rest… she, from her poverty, has offered her whole livelihood.
“The family is the first teacher; the teachers are the second home. We must work together for our future generation,” Fr. Abraham Shwe Win stated, framing education as a core mission of the Church.
Today, we are invited to adore the King whose glory is His mercy, whose power is made perfect in weakness, and whose Kingdom is established not by conquest, but by a love that sacrifices everything.
