3Q 2024
The simple ministry of presence​

The simple ministry of presence

What does it mean to be present for someone? Stacie Tan (front row, third from left) reflects on the meaning of ‘accompaniment’ after visiting refugee communities in Malaysia with a group of JRS volunteers in July.

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Welcoming a team player​

“We’re honored and grateful for this opportunity, to partner with JRS, in hosting Abdul* as part of the Earth Company family!” This enthusiastic response from De Andre, Manager from Earth Company was encouraging. He shares his company’s experience mentoring an E3 graduate as part of the JRS internship programme.

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Commemorating World Day of Migrants and Refugees​

Commemorating World Day of Migrants and Refugees

On the 20th September, 40 participants joined an online prayer and reflection session to commemorate World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Pope Francis had chosen the theme ‘God walks with his People’ and we were blessed to hear the personal stories from Fr Joseph Hampson SJ, JRS Asia Pacific Regional Director, and Fr Jun Nakai SJ, Coordinator of the JCAP Migrants and Refugees Network.

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Preparing for the future

“The E3 and internship programmes especially have transformed me, helping me to gain many skills. Now that I have resettled in Canada, I can see how much these programmes have enhanced my knowledge and prepared me to improve myself continually.” ~ Yasamin

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