Rome: Jesuit Father Girish Santiago, the Jesuit superior in Myanmar, has called on missionaries to prioritize presence and solidarity over power as the Southeast Asian nation continues to grapple with civil conflict and humanitarian crises.

Presiding over a Mass in Rome on the eve of World Mission Sunday, Fr. Girish reflected on the challenges of ministering in one of Asia’s most fragile countries. He emphasized that the Church’s mission today is measured not by success or numbers, but by faithful accompaniment of people who suffer.

Myanmar, once known as the “Golden Land” for its rich resources, golden pagodas, and deep Buddhist spirituality, has endured decades of political turmoil. Nationalization, coups, economic collapse, and natural disasters have displaced nearly four million pe

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