Responding to the Needs of Families
Women and children are the most vulnerable persons in the society of our time. Therefore many projects and programs of the Columban missionaries are directed towards helping mothers and children out of exploitive situations: family violence, poverty, lack of education towards awareness of their rights and their dignity. Response to needs in missionary work takes many forms and requires constant review as how best to meet such needs. Some of our education projects include a boarding school in Myanmar (formerly Burma), a high school in Pakistan and a preschool in the Philippines. We have ongoing education and livelihood programs geared toward adults in our mission countries as well.
Columban Supported Education Programs in Myanmar
Education Center Provides "Burst of Light"
Thanks to your generous contributions, the Student Learning Center at the St. Patrick's Church compound in Shatapru, Myitkyina, Kachin State, Myanmar (formerly Burma) opened on August 15, 2022. An abandoned house was modified into classrooms, a computer room, an office, a library, and a counseling room.
Columban-Sponsored Schools in Myanmar
Below is a series of videos of visits to rural schools in Myanmar which are supported by the Missionary Society of St. Columban.
Subanen Crafters Make Educational Materials for Children
The Subanen Craft Project
Columban Fr. Vinnie Busch started the craft project in 2001 with the help of the ColumbanSisters who have been working with the Subanen people since 1984. People in the livlihood project make hand-crafted items. With your help, the Subanen Ministry has built nine preschools with an enrollment of more than 200 children. The preschool program uses Subanen-speaking teachers who encourage learning and affirm the Subanen culture.
