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10 Days for Peace August 4th, 2026

(Contributed by Fr. Brad Rozairo, OMI)

It’s That Time of the Year in Japan…

As the month of August begins, I am reminded of the “Ten Days for Peace”. In February 1981, the late Pope Saint John Paul II delivered his ‘Appeal for Peace’ at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, stating: ‘War is the work of human hands. War is the destruction of human life. War is death.’ This appeal was an invitation to all people throughout the world to work towards the abolition of nuclear weapons and to strive for peace.
 
In response to Pope Saint John Paul II’s appeal, the Catholic Church in Japan designated the period from 6 to 15 August as the “Ten Days for Peace”. This is a special period during which we are invited to reflect on our responsibility for peace and to take action for peace especially today as we live in a fragile world.
 
Every year, the “Ten Days for Peace” takes me to Hiroshima. From my own experience, this special period serves as an opportunity for Christians as well as for people of other faiths across Japan to pray and to engage in peace activities. On August 6th , people from all over Japan and also from abroad visit Hiroshima to remember the unforgettable past and to pray for peace. In spite of the sweltering heat, the place gets crowded with people.
 
…”Let all the souls here rest in peace, for we shall not repeat the evil.”

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Fr. Séamus Finn, OMI Attend Forest Peoples Programme (FPP) Annual Meeting July 15th, 2026

As a member of the Forest Peoples Programme (FPP) UK Board of Trustees, Fr. Séamus Finn, OMI is currently participating in their annual meeting being held at the Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester, United Kingdom.

The Forest Peoples Programme (FPP), a human rights and environmental non-profit organization, works with indigenous forest communities in 20 countries to help them secure land rights and protect their cultures.
Forest Peoples Programme (FPP): https://www.forestpeoples.org/

Royal Agricultural University: https://www.rau.ac.uk/


OMI Bangladesh: Tree Plantation Fair & Fruit Festival July 15th, 2026

(Contributed by Fr. Valentine Talang, OMI()

In the spirit of Laudato Si St. Eugene’s School in Dhaka City, Bangladesh and the Oblate Scholasticate community organized “Tree Plantation Fair and Fruit Festival – 2026.” The students and parents have learnt the importance of trees and fruits in our daily lives. The Trees provide us with oxygen, shade, and a healthy environment, while fruits give us essential nutrients.

In this event, the Oblates in Bangladesh encouraged our students to plant more trees and enjoy good fruits. It also encouraged them to love and protect our Mother Earth.


Feast of Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Oblates Join In On Celebration June 30th, 2026

Oblate Frs. Jean Emmanuel Meloncourt, OMI & Séamus Finn, OMI joined with the Haitian community in the Washington, DC area for the celebration of the feast of Our Lady of Perpetual Help.

The joyful and prayerful celebration of the Eucharist, which was followed by a celebratory meal, was presided over by Haitian Bishop Pierre Dumas, a good friend of many in the local community.

 


UN Unveils New Roadmap for Eradicating Poverty Beyond Growth June 24th, 2026

This month, the UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights officially presented a landmark blueprint to the UN Human Rights Council: “Roadmap for Eradicating Poverty Beyond Growth.”

The new report calls for a fresh approach to ending extreme poverty—one that prioritizes human dignity, economic justice, and environmental sustainability.

The Roadmap for Eradicating Poverty Beyond Growth argues that reducing poverty requires more than increasing economic output. It highlights the need for policies that ensure basic economic security, strengthen care systems, create meaningful work, and address growing inequality.

At OMI JPIC, our commitment to human dignity reminds us that every person deserves access to the resources and opportunities needed to flourish. We invite you to learn more about this important initiative and the actions being proposed to help create a more just world.

Visit Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns‘ website for details about the roadmap and multiple opportunities to take action.

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