The Comboni Scholasticate community at St John of Arc in Pietermaritzburg is committed to putting their faith into action for the benefit of their neighbours in the informal settlement of Jika-Joe. Malawian scholastic Gerard Paul Hiernimo witnesses God’s actions among Continue reading →

“The Lord is merciful to me and enables me to open my heart, to be more flexible with reality, and to adapt to it creatively.” Sr. Andrea Velasco Urueña, a Comboni Sister, shares her missionary life.

Our community in Adu Continue reading →

A Comboni Sister from Mexico, Cecilia Sierra, explains why she wears a veil and the reasons behind it.

I have worn a veil or a scarf for much of my life. In my congregation, the Comboni Sisters, the veil is Continue reading →

“I feel called not only to ‘do’ missionary work, but also to ‘be’ a missionary presence: a brother to all, especially to those in need of hope and healing”. James Ukongo, a Comboni Brother, shares his journey of discernment to Continue reading →

Brother Jesus Perez Tortojada shares his experience as a formator with us. “Helping young people take on values and strengthen their willpower.”

I came to Costa Rica for the first time on July 22, 1982. I remember it well because Continue reading →