These four directories feature interfaith organizations in various parts of the world. As you make your way through these directories, you will see the dramatic growth of the international interfaith movement as well as...
A reflection by Fr. Justin Maclnnis, S.F.M. (1933-2012). The wisdom of the Word of God that penetrates deeper than a two-edged sword is evident in the encounter of Jesus with the man who is...
A reflection by Fr. Mike Traher, SFM Where do we find the Spirit leading us to witness to the reign of God today? How do we bring the light of the Gospel message in...
Pope Francis calls everyone to work actively for peace, in annual speech to the Diplomatic Corps Lenten Reflection Guide from Maryknoll: A Journey with Gospel Nonviolence Citizens for Public Justice News: Campaign for Lent...
We are shocked and saddened by the horrible attack on members of the Centre Culturel Islamique de Quebec that left 6 people dead and many more injured. On behalf of Scarboro Missions, I want to extend...
A reflection by Fr. Joseph Young, S.F.M. (1934-2006), published in Scarboro Missions magazine, September 1987. Decisions to limit refugees’ access to our country is essentially a matter of hospitality. For the refugee, however, it...
The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone. (Isaiah 9.1) We have heard these words spoken each Christmas,...
A reflection by Fr. Robert “Buddy” Smith, S.F.M. (1933-1997) We have just ended our yearly celebrations that recall the birth of Jesus. Our belief that the Son of God has become part of human...
A reflection by Bishop George Marskell, S.F.M. (1935-1998) New Year’s Eve used to be a very special night for me when I was growing up in Hamilton, Ontario. My Dad and I would leave...
A Christmas reflection by Fr. John Gault, S.F.M. (1917-1995) There is no doubt that the prophet Isaiah was extremely severe in condemning his own people: “The ox knows its owner, and the donkey its...
A reflection for the Third Week of Advent, by Fr. Frank Hawkshaw, S.F.M. (1927-2009). The Japanese word Ikebana means “living flower.” In Japan, flowers are used to decorate and also to express a meaning....
A reflection by Fr. Dave Warren, S.F.M. on the Second Sunday of Advent. First Reading: Isaiah 11.1-10; Second Reading: Romans 15.4-9; Gospel: Matthew 3.1-12 There’s a lot of nostalgia at Christmas. This nostalgia finds...
