The Church's Challenge in Papua New Guinea with Fr. Christian Sieland

30/05/2025 27 min
The Church's Challenge in Papua New Guinea with Fr. Christian Sieland

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Send us a textIn this episode of Frontiers of Faith, Monsignor Roger Landry interviews Father Christian Sieland, the National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in Papua New Guinea. They discuss the challenges faced by the Catholic Church in Papua New Guinea, including the belief in sorcery, the transition from a missionary to a local church, and the educational needs of the population. Father Christian shares his personal journey to the priesthood, the history of evangelization in the region, and the strengths of the Catholic faith among the diverse tribes of Papua New Guinea. The conversation highlights the importance of support from the global community to address the challenges faced by the church and the people in Papua New Guinea.Click here to learn more about supporting the Pontifical Missions Societies:https://pontificalmissions.orgFollow us on socials!https://x.com/tpms_usa