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Mission of Bangui
Togo: State-Church, a step in the right direction?
As part of its policy to promote youth employment and access to basic infrastructure for the most vulnerable, the Togolese government has launched several programs, including the Support of Vulnerable Populations (PSVP). The PSVP, which is a state program, decided to accompany the Church of Togo and more precisely the diocese of Sokodé in its mission of preferential option for the poor. The OCDI Caritas Sokodé is the organ that materializes this mission of the Church in the diocese of Sokodé.
SMA /OLA Response to human trafficking (SORHT)
In John’s gospel chapter 10:10, Jesus revealed that he came that we might have life and have it in abundance. On the 10th of December 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. These rights include the right to life, freedom of thought, freedom of expression, social security, the right to own your things, and freedom of movement and association.
Africa: Why go back?
Since I announced that I was going back to Africa to serve at the SMA Seminary in Lomé, I received many comments. Some were very positive while others were reserved: "You are courageous to go back after 19 years of break with the African climate." When the SMA General Council asked me for this service, I had first said 'no'. It is important and exciting to accompany young people who will become missionaries at the footsteps of venerable bishop Melchior de Marion Brésillac. Living in the company of young people is just as important.
Lodwar: The Intrigues of Mission in the "Desert"
“Even in their poverty, the Turkana people are friendly and welcoming.”
The SMA international media Center had an opportunity to interview Fr. Ephraim Joseph Kway SMA, from the Catholic Diocese of Moshi in Tanzania. Fr. Ephraim is currently serving at St. Peter’s Parish in Lorgum in the Catholic Diocese of Lodwar and here is what he had to say:
Gratitude: Twelve -Year Journey!
Today, twelve years ago, I was ordained a priest and emotions are still fresh in my mind. It was the most important day of my life. I looked around my family and friends gathered for the occasion and some of them gave me an impression they were happier than me and wondered if this could be possible because, in my head and mind, it was my day and not theirs. I was wrong in my mind. After my ordination, I realized that it is other people who make us happy in ministry. It is first and foremost God, our family members, and the communities we serve.
The Youth Ministry in Moshono -Tanzania.
“To be a missionary from the bottom of my heart” these words of Bishop Melchior de Marion Bresillac, the founder of the Society of African Missions, are grace given to me. After my priestly ordination in Bangui, the Central African Republic, I was appointed to Tanzania for my first mission. The beautiful country of very friendly people and adorable nature, Tanzania is known across the world for the splendid Mount Kilimanjaro and the great Serengeti National Park.
Venerable Bishop Melchior de Brésillac
Our postulator, Father Andrea Mandonico, has asked me to share some thoughts about the event of May 26th, when Pope Francis approved the decree which officially recognizes the heroic virtues of Bishop Melchior de Marion Brésillac, our Founder. Based on the experience I have from the years that I spent in this service, I do so willingly.
First: this approval by the Pope is not a simple formality that opens the door to beatification, once there is a miracle granted through the intercession of our venerable Founder. On the contrary, it is an act rich in meaning. It recognizes the high quality of de Brésillac's teaching and personal spiritual experience. The written responses of the theologian consultors who examined our Positio show this.
Homage to John Comby (1931-2020)
Father Jean Comby was a prominent professor of Church History, was born in March 1931, and was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Lyon in 1959. He died on May 21, 2020 (Solemnity of the Ascension) at the age of 89, after a long battle with several cancers.
Lecturer and researcher
During his 61 years of ministry, Father Comby distinguished himself as a brilliant teacher and professor in seminaries, universities, and catechetical training centers.
SMA Founder Bsp. Melchior Marion de Brésillac
Message from the Superior General and his councils
Free Pier Luigi MACCALLISMA Missionnary kidnapped in Niger, Sept 17, 2018
Dear Fathers, I ask you to encourage all the members and the associates in your Unit and your Region to pray the Angelus every day for the safe release of Fr. Luigi Maccalli. -Fr. Fachtna SMA