Misioneros salvadoreños comparten un primer vistazo a la vida en misión en Bolivia
Maryknoll Lay Missioners envió a tres misioneros salvadoreños—Gabriela Hernández, Wilber Montoya y Ana Morales—el 16 de mayo en Cochabamba, Bolivia. Fue un momento histórico: la primera vez que Maryknoll Lay Missioners envía un equipo totalmente formado y enviado desde fuera de los Estados Unidos. Ahora, al comenzar sus ministerios, los tres misioneros ofrecen su primera actualización desde el terreno.
Communion of saints, community of care
At Uzima Centre in Tanzania, missioner Joanne Miya reflects on the meaning of community in light of Maryknoll Lay Missioners’ 50th anniversary. For her, it includes not only those she serves today but also the beloved friends, missioners, and family members who have passed on—her “communion of saints.” Through their lives and enduring presence and intercession, she is reminded that every story becomes part of a larger mosaic of faith, resilience, and love.
Walking in circles—in a good way
Two Salvadoran teens once helped missioner Josh Wetmore find his footing in an unfamiliar culture and language. Now, three years later, he finds himself walking the same roads with Emelly and Jeremiahs as they prepare for college—and as he prepares to return home. In the classroom, in the library, and along the dusty paths of El Cedro, their journeys have been intertwined in ways that continue to shape them all.
Farewell to Fr. Charlie: A legacy of 25 years in Cambodia
For a quarter century, Fr. Charles Dittmeier has been a steady presence in Cambodia—walking alongside the deaf community, celebrating Eucharist with international parishioners, and sharing life with Maryknoll missioners and friends. At his side for part of this journey has been missioner Julie Lawler, who joined in interpreting, celebrating, and honoring his life of service. As Fr. Charlie retires and returns home to Kentucky, three heartfelt celebrations in Phnom Penh marked his profound impact, his wisdom, and the countless relationships he nurtured.
Immaculate’s path from survival to leadership
When missioner Joanne Blaney arrived in Uganda to accompany survivors of the Lord’s Resistance Army, she met women whose lives bore the heaviest burdens of violence. One of them, Immaculate Adong, was only eight when her father was killed in the 1995 Atiak massacre. Today, she manages a women’s cooperative that empowers survivors with skills, solidarity, and hope—showing how faith and resilience can rebuild lives and communities.
Joy as resistance
In the mountains of Chalatenango, where storms recall the sorrows of El Salvador’s past, missioner Sarah Bueter discovers that joy is no fragile privilege. It is strength, exercised daily in laughter and lament, and a light that defies despair with love.
Amid tension, signs of hope in Cambodia
As border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand give rise to displacement, missioner Hang Tran witnesses hardship and resilience. From children coloring their way toward calm in crowded camps to a historic episcopal ordination drawing 3,500 faithful, the country holds both sorrow and joy in the same breath, and Hang finds glimpses of grace that point toward Micah’s vision of swords turned into plowshares.
Hope takes root, connects continents
From Maryknoll Lay Missioners’ Golden Jubilee in New York to an eco-spirituality retreat in Ohio, missioners in Brazil Kathy Bond and Flávio Rocha share practices of peace, healing, and connection that nurture a more just and compassionate world.
‘Guided by God’: One woman’s journey from refugee to a life of giving
Thu Tam Hoang went from being a refugee herself to helping refugees and becoming a Maryknoll Lay Missioner in Cambodia. She was profiled by Union of Catholic Asian News.
A summer of solidarity at the border
From desert trails to courtroom steps, missioner Coralis Salvador joins interfaith and community efforts in the Southwest to honor lives lost, accompany asylum seekers, and uphold dignity at the U.S.-Mexico border. Her summer of solidarity—marked by prayer, advocacy, and hands-on support—reveals the courage of migrants and the compassion of the communities that welcome them.
Together we send forth missioners of hope
Your support makes historic moments possible—like sending forth new missioners from El Salvador to serve in Bolivia. Because of you, hope is crossing borders and reaching communities most in need.
Podcast spotlights Maryknoll missioners Anita and Curt Klueg’s years in Kenya
Anita and Curt Klueg, who served in Kenya with Maryknoll Lay Missioners alongside their two daughters, are featured in a recent episode of the “1 Christian 1 Topic” podcast. The couple discusses their ministries with children and families, the challenges of raising a family overseas, and the lasting impact of their mission experience on their lives back in the United States.
Jubilee marks a new horizon for mission
Executive Director Elvira Ramirez reflects on Maryknoll Lay Missioners’ Golden Jubilee celebration. Drawing on the themes and voices of the Jubilee gathering, Elvira invites us to join in honoring the past while embracing the vision of a promising future rooted in faith, community, and God’s enduring presence.
Maryknoll Magazine: Holy ground in Kitale
Maryknoll lay missioner Theresa Glaser follows her calling to Kenya, where she serves as a teacher for children at risk of homelessness.
Soy program expands to new community
Addressing food insecurity in the rural community of Quesalapa
Our changing community
Julie Lawler reflects on her experiences of community during a significant transition.
Peace in every step
In El Salvador, Sarah Bueter is learning to listen — and fighting the temptation to jump into problem-solving.
Community care
Joanne Miya on the many kinds of community that are sustaining her in her AIDS ministry
From lay missioner to sister to justice promoter
Lyn Kirkconnell, a member of MKLM’s second Class of 1975, reflects on her life’s journey.
Humming along
Kathy Bond and Flávio Rocha help school students and staff reduce anxiety and stress.
‘If only I touch his cloak, …’
Hang Tran observes the healing and transforming power of touch
‘The desert will lead you’
Undeterred by anti-immigration policies, Coralis Salvador continues with works of mercy at the border.
Learning how to ‘honor the Sabbath’
In the busyness of mission life, Anna Johnson is reminded that our God is also a god of rest.
Making the case for reparations
Jim and Roberta McLaughlin are promoting tangible ways to pay a great debt.
Al has friends
Memories shared by returned missioner Allen Scheid (Class of 1981)
Holy ground
Theresa Glaser on the St. John Bosco Rehabilitation Centre in Kitale, Kenya
Why all this death and destruction?
Yvette Connell reflects on the war in Gaza — and her MKLM service in Palestine 30-plus years ago.
Supporting Iveta’s family
How the HOPE Project is helping struggling families in Mombasa
You can help children with sickle cell disease
In western Kenya, Kathy Flatoff organizes medicine, milk and food for poor children with sicklecell disease.
You’ll never walk alone
Gabe Hurrish shares how he is experiencing community in his South Sudanese parish.
‘There is but one God’
A Pentecost reflection by returned missioner Anne Termini
Save the date for MKLM’s 50th anniversary
‘Golden Jubilee Year’ will culminate in an August 2025 celebration at Maryknoll.
‘Together’: Building a disability community
Kyle Johnson is working with others on building a disability movement and community in Mwanza.
Not forgetting the imprisoned in El Salvador
Bob Cunningham reflects on his recently restarted prison ministry — in a state of emergency.
Of Franz … and ants
Sarah Bueter reflects on Franz Jägerstätter and his lessons for a nonviolent life.
Of pickup trucks and a very hungry caterpillar
Josh Wetmore shares a few stories about personal and ministry-related growth from his third year in El Salvador.
Of God and ladybugs
Talking to Mexicali’s 7-year-old ‘ladybug boss’ on a recent search-and-rescue mission
Theresa Glaser featured in diocesan newspaper
The Covington, Kentucky, Messenger profiles one of the newest Maryknoll lay missioners.
A Mother’s Day Prayer
Bless our families with your Presence, Lord God. And may our children find in our homes sanctuaries of peace.
NOT! Funny in any language
Kyle Johnson reflects on the language and cultural barriers to understanding and expressing humor.
Clarity of purpose
Francis Wayne about his ministry of teaching in a Kenyan prison — and finding renewed purpose on a recent pilgrimage
Building peace in digital spaces
Fred Goddard shares recommendations and practical tips for digital peace building
Help us ‘welcome the stranger’
Matthew 25 becomes real at the U.S.-Mexico border. Help our lay missioners respond to the urgent needs of migrants.
A lifelong dedication to community building
Frank and Josie Cuda of MKLM’s very first ‘class of 1975’ share their story.
Life in South Sudan
A few snapshots of life in Riwoto in Eastern Equatoria
Working to build the ‘beloved community’
Mary Sue Smiaroski has stayed the course with a more than three-decade career at Oxfam.
Being a part of El Paso’s hospitality for migrants
Maryknoll missioners at the border join with others to accompany the weary and be ‘good Samaritans.’
A Gospel approach to serving migrants
An interview with Deirdre Griffin about her work as an immigration lawyer helping migrants at shelters in El Paso, Texas.
Haiti in crisis
Sami Scott talks about her work in Haiti and discusses principles for a Haiti-led solution to the current crisis.
More heat … and more light
Gabe Hurrish reports on the multiple challenges and some rays of hope in South Sudan.
A ‘Holy Week’
Reflections prompted by a ‘Friends Across Borders’ trip to El Salvador
Rain on me, rain, rain
Steve Veryser reflects on Christ’s passion and resurrection, the smell of fresh rain, and letting God’s love rain on us.
A farewell to Haiti
Mike Lattanzi and Susan Silveus reflect on their time in Haiti and the events that keep them from returning to the country.
This Lent, let us offer healing and hope
Join us in supporting actions of justice and compassion around the world.
‘I have finished the race …’
Remembering a brother and friend, who ‘never lost his stride.’
Catch me in my scurrying
A Lenten prayer (from Guerrillas of Grace) by Ted Loder
A Lenten call to confront the climate crisis
Peg Vámosy says her parish in El Salvador shows the way on how to confront the climate crisis with lifestyle changes and community efforts.
Tackling gender-based violence in Bolivia
Louise Locke reflects on the hard lives of older women in Cochabamba
Following in Paul’s footsteps
Gabe Hurrish reflects on his missioner journey among the Toposa in South Sudan.
Lessened resistance
A reflection on overflowing sewage, trash piles and the clean water spring within
Reverse tabletop pose
Hang Tran finds inspiration in the physical exercises modeled by two young men with disabilities.
‘To help others is from the heart’
Steve Veryser on his Lenten resolution and recent developments at the school where he teaches.
Making the world more peaceful, one student at a time
A deaf staff member is a role model for DDP students
Fleeing Sudan’s war to South Sudan
Dee Dungy sees the consequences of the war in Sudan among the refugees and returnees in neighboring South Sudan.
