“By little and by little, the bird builds its nest.” This African proverb reminds us that small, consistent actions can lead to lasting change.
In a recent message from the Comboni General Council in Rome, we were invited to become pilgrims of hope. It is a call to a new way of life — a journey of daily renewal. Hope does not disappoint, but is renewed every day in those who encounter the Lord in their brothers and sisters. Even in the face of global crises — war, hunger, forced migration, environmental destruction — we are called to sow tenderness, build bridges, and welcome the other as a gift.
Our Monthly Faith Promise Partners (MFPs) embody this spirit. They are our quiet leaders — our pilgrims of hope — who give faithfully each month without seeking recognition. Many describe their donation as a small sacrifice, yet the impact is anything but small. Their steady generosity sustains our missions and ensures we are ready to respond wherever we are needed most.
Monthly giving provides powerful benefits:
- It’s flexible: You can adjust or cancel your gift at any time.
- It’s streamlined: Donations are processed automatically, and you receive a summary of your giving at year’s end.
- It’s reliable: Your ongoing support helps us plan effectively and make the greatest impact.
Each gift helps bring hope to the world’s poorest and most abandoned — people facing poverty, instability, and hardship.
Will you join this special community of pilgrims of hope? Stand with the Comboni Missionaries as they bring the Good News of Christ to the world, defending the dignity of every person, little by little.
Heather Kaufman is director of development for the Comboni Missionaries, North American Province.
