Church and mission

Pope Francis’ Message of Peace and Solidarity with the Holy Land

On the one-year anniversary of the violence in the Holy Land, Pope Francis calls for peace, urging the global community to prioritize dialogue over conflict. In his message, he expresses deep solidarity with the region’s Catholics, encouraging them to remain hopeful and continue sowing “seeds of peace” despite the ongoing suffering. The Pope also invites all to observe a Day of Prayer and Fasting, believing these acts of love can overcome the darkness of war.

Vocation stories

FROM SILENCE TO PURPOSE

Sister Lucrecia Iracema Tigüilá Martínez, a dedicated Comboni missionary sister serving in Amakuriat mission, West Pokot, Kenya, reflects on her 12 years of faithful service to God’s people as she reminisces about her humble beginnings in the small town of San Cristóbal Totonicapán, where her vocational journey stared.

Kenya my first love as a Comboni Brother.

Working among the Cushite and Nilotic peoples in Kenya has been a fulfilling experience for Bro Alfredo Monterio de Sousa. The Brazilian is sharing his faith and profession in Marsabit County about 531 Kilometres from Nairobi, the Capital.

From Pastoralist to Shepherd in the Church

Growing up in a Comboni-run parish, young Etabo found himself irresistibly drawn to the missionaries. Their close connection with his community inspired Etabo to contemplate joining their ranks.