Kurt Zion V. Pala, MSSC

Kurt Zion V. Pala, SSC is a Filipino priest of the Missionary Society of St. Columban. He was ordained on November 21, 2015, and has served in mission in Myanmar, particularly in the Diocese of Myitkyina in Kachin State. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of San Carlos in Cebu City in 2002 and his Master of Science in Environmental Studies from the University of the Philippines Visayas–Cebu College in 2008. He also completed his Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology and Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry at Loyola School of Theology in 2015. His missionary ministry includes parish pastoral work, youth formation, interfaith engagement, and promoting integral ecology inspired by Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’. He works with local communities, young people, and formation groups to foster hope, peace, and care for creation amid the challenges facing Myanmar.