First Sunday of Lent: reflection for Philippines

The passage from Matthew 4:1-11 takes us to the heart of the mystery of the desert: “Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil.” This is no coincidence. It is not an accident. It is the Spirit who leads Jesus into the desert. This detail is theologically […]

Lent: The Strength of Fragility

The First Sunday of Lent gently reminds us that temptation is part of our daily life. We all experience moments of weakness, confusion, and struggle. Sometimes we fall. Sometimes we feel discouraged because we cannot overcome our weaknesses as quickly as we hope. Yet this Sunday invites us not to be afraid of our fragility. […]

“Creating a prayerful environment” – Reflection from Myanmar

Lenten Season is a time to pause and go back to one’s inner self. It is a time of grace to return to the Lord and to reflect our baptismal dignity and to do atonement and penance for our half-hearted following of Christ. We are challenged to do penance for wrongdoings and to undergo a […]

What Does Fasting Change in Me?

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the 40 days of Lent in the Catholic Church. Lent is a time to return to our origins, God the Father. Jesus spent 40 days in the desert, fasting and praying (Lk 4:1-13). Jesus’ fasting gave him the power to defeat the devil and redeem the world. What will […]

Ash Wednesday: A Journey of Conversion Towards the Joy of Easter

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a sacred season of preparation for Easter. It is a time when the Church invites us to enter more deeply into prayer, penance, and heartfelt conversion. Far from being merely a ritual observance, Lent is a grace-filled opportunity to renew our lives in the light of the Gospel. […]

Thanksgiving for the visitation of SMF General Superior

With deep gratitude and joyful hearts, the SMF Vietnam sincerely thank Mother General for her loving and meaningful visitation. Her presence was a precious gift — a time of grace, renewal, and deeper communion in our shared mission. Despite her many responsibilities, she generously met personally with each sister and gathered with the community, listening […]

Pastoral visitation of the Superior General in Vietnam

From February 7 to 13, 2026, the Missionary Sisters of Faith community in Vietnam joyfully welcomed the pastoral visitation of Suore Christine, Superior General. This visit held special significance as the community is actively preparing for the upcoming groundbreaking for construction — an important step that lays a solid foundation for the long-term development of […]

Consecrated Life: ‘Light to enlighten’

As we celebrate the Presentation of the Lord, we cannot help but see ourselves in the simple and deeply eloquent gesture of Mary and Joseph bringing Jesus to the Temple. It is the icon of offering: a humble act, but one laden with eternal significance. We too, in consecrated life, are called every day to […]

My Vocation and the Meaning of Consecrated Life Today

To be a genuine disciple, one must begin with humility and end with sacrifice. Those who intend to dedicate their time, knowledge and strength to others, and who are willing to give up their ego, family and even their lives, must live humbly. One must shed arrogance and clothe oneself with humility and prudence. Why? […]