"With little competition, only these individuals control the economy, which leads to a lack of development and poverty," – Bishop Yaw Han.

"Become missionary disciples, ever more passionately devoted to Jesus and His mission, to the ends of the earth."

Columban missionaries call on government of Myanmar/Burma to immediately allow international humanitarian assistance to reach people in need.

Some Buddhist leaders are displeased with the strong line Pope Francis has taken over the treatment of the country’s Muslim Rohingya minority.

"I want to thank you for the contribution so many Filipino people to our parish communities and in the care of the sick and the elderly."