Category Archives: Superior’s Desk

Make peace not war

Posted on March 14, 2022 by editor

Brad Rozairo, OMI – These days as I follow the news about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, my mind goes back to Sri Lanka. The ethnic war which lasted for 26 years was a very frightening experience for many, especially for people … Continue reading →

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Seen yet ignored

Posted on March 10, 2022 by editor

Brad Rozairo, OMI –In Japan, if you do not have power, money or are not successful, the society will look on you as if you are an “unwanted guest”. I do not think that anyone would want to be an unwanted guest, … Continue reading →

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Mission Station – A Periphery Glance

Posted on December 26, 2021 by editor

Brad Rozairo OMI —  People living in places where there is no sign of a church or a convent often look for a priest or a nun to talk to. When they meet such a person, they are full of joy … Continue reading →

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The Hidden side of the Olympics

Posted on August 14, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

Brad Rozairo, OMI – A big city can become the centre of the world by hosting a mega-event like the Olympics by showcasing its modern technology, supertall buildings, eco-friendly environment etc. but it does not get to decide how it … Continue reading →

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Prayer For Peace

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

Brad Rozairo OMI — “Protecting All Life Makes Peace” is the theme for this year’s “TEN DAYS OF PRAYER FOR PEACE” which is annually being observed in Japan from August 6 ~ August 15. This initiative was taken by the … Continue reading →

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Rituals or Spirituality?

Posted on June 26, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

Brad Rozairo, OMI – During this time of the pandemic, those involved in parish ministry begin to ask, what is going to be the future of our churches? When the state of emergency is imposed, the churches stop celebrating masses and other … Continue reading →

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Lent and Pandemic

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

Brad Rozairo, OMI – Last year, the season of Lent arrived with lockdown and imposed severe disciplines on everyone. Compared to some countries although the lockdown in Japan was not very strict, meetings and gatherings were cancelled, ‘work from home’ order came into … Continue reading →

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Lenten Reflection Guide 2021: Brothers and Sisters All

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

Dear Brothers,This is to share with you the Lenten Reflection Guide 2021 & 2 medicines from Pope Francis! May our time of Lent and the joy of Easter open us to the intentional love of God through the experience of Jesus … Continue reading →

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Message of the Holy Father Francis for Lent 2021

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

The following is the text of the Message of the Holy Father Francis for Lent 2021, entitled: “Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem “ (Mt 20: 18). Lent: a Time for Renewing Faith, Hope and Love:

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Refugees are not just people

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

Brad Rozairo, OMI – A refugee from Burundi who was a chemistry student escaped violence and political stability in his home country and ended up at a refugee camp in Kenya. Five years ago, he started making soap in the refugee … Continue reading →

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Christmas online gathering: December 28, 2020

Posted on January 9, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

Brad Rozairo, OMI – Covid-19 has made us turn to social media for some of our Delegation gatherings. So far using ZOOM software, we have had council meetings, a 90th birthday celebration for Fr. John Iwo, a prayer service on … Continue reading →

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Goodbye 2020

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Rozairo Bradly

Dear Brothers, The year 2020 saw an unexpected visitor entering this world and getting hold of everything, and even to this day continues to manipulate humanity and the planet. During this year, either we saw on the television or read … Continue reading →

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