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A tribute to Brother Columba Gleeson – by Old Josephians
The late Columba James Gleeson or more popularly remembered as Brother Columba among his many former students, colleagues and friends, has left an indelible mark in the education and sporting landscapes in Sarawak.
As a...
A Tribute to Brother Columba – by Today’s Catholic
Brother Columba was instrumental in the establishment of Today’s Catholic. He was one of the founding members of Today’s Catholic where the newspaper was his brainchild, initially as a bulletin for St Joseph’s Cathedral...
Tribute to Brother Columba Gleeson – by Bishop Richard Ng
Br Columba was a kind and loving person. I remember the time when I was robbed of my necklace while going back from school. I did not know how Br Columba found out but...
A tribute to Brother Columba Gleeson – by Bishop Simon Poh
Br Columba was my principal from 1976-1982. His dedication and commitment - together with Br Adrian and Br Mark - were remarkable and bore fruits in sports, athletics, academics and faith development. Br Columba...
A tribute to Brother Columba – by his former student
"I would love to live like a river flows, carried by the surprise of its own unfolding.”
― John O'Donohue
It is an honour to be writing this tribute for such an inspirational man who was...
A tribute to Brother Columba – from the teaching staff of St Joseph’s School
We teachers have a high regard for Br Columba. He was a well-respected and well-loved educator.
As a Principal, he was caring and encouraging; approachable and understanding.
He understood the demands and pressures faced by the...