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De Nobili Centre students celebrated International Women's Day by climbing the Phnom Phak mountain in Sisophon and enjoyed a Picnic. Later they visited the Jesuit Service Centre. … [Read more...] about Students Enjoy Women’s Day Picnic

Bob Maidment writes on the school links in North-West Cambodia........ DeiLo is a poor village community within our twin parish of Svay Sisophon. A year ago it had no school but with foresight and ambition it was decided to use church land to build a kindergarten. This year we were able to see the school in operation. We are delighted that 'Support Cambodia' is helping by … [Read more...] about Schools Report!

One of the many refreshing aspects of Cambodian  life is the pace at which building projects proceed - and the new Xavier Jesuit School at Svay Sisophon is no exception. Our parish group  visited the site in late January so  it's fascinating to now see the plans being drawn, the soil experts on the land and particularly to see the team of people who will make this exciting … [Read more...] about New Jesuit School Takes Shape

This week: Father Heri Dies at 62. Father Heri Bratasudama SJ, inspirational former Parish Priest of Siem Reap, died on Wednesday 26th February in Jakarta. He was 62 years old and will be remembered for his unstinting service of the poor and wonderful laugh which never failed to cheer. He said once that he had not " come here [Cambodia] to convert the people, simply to love … [Read more...] about News from Cambodia

Finally, the 200 mile journey north again, to our twin parish of Svay Sisophon, 20 miles from the Thai border. A wonderful welcome from many old friends, Father Rajat, Brother Amalan, Sister Amor, Om Cecile [as outrageous as ever!], Teacher Saory, Kim Yee and many more – we had indeed 'come back'..again! In three manic days we managed to fit in visits to families living on the … [Read more...] about YOU ARE OUR FRIENDS…..Svay Sisophon & Poipet