Philippines

Saturday, April 20

Generous missionary devoted to Passion of Jesus

Sr Joan Mary Topor CP - Born: February 16 1940 | Died: October 10 2023

Bringing the love of God to people everywhere

Sr Helen Armstrong is adamant she would never have had such a “fascinating life” if she hadn’t been a member of the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (OLSH).

Shirley poses for a picture with members of her Manide community outside their Tribal Hall in Camarines Norte, Philippines. Picture: Richard Wainwright/Caritas Australia

Project Compassion transforming lives

Shirley, 36, is a Manide indigenous woman living in the remote Camarines Norte province in the Philippines. She is the mother of four and the family’s sole breadwinner, as her husband is sick. But Shirley was struggling to support the whole family and keep her children in school.

Fellowship and faith strengthened

Students and staff participating in St Mark’s College immersion trip to the Philippines experienced “the greatest of hospitality” and were reminded that “happiness comes from within, not from possessions”.

Making poverty personal

‘Appreciate what you have and see what you can do to make the world a better place’ was the key message to Year 6 Catholic school students who attended ‘understanding poverty workshops’ earlier this month.

Caritas responds following deadly typhoon

The Caritas international network is on the ground responding with emergency assistance, following the devastating impact of Typhoon Mangkhut, considered the strongest typhoon this year.