Paul Glynn

Paul Glynn (1929–2026) was an eminent Australia figure whose career in humanitarian left an enduring mark on national and global culture. Over decades of dedicated public service and professional excellence, Paul exemplified integrity, innovation, and leadership.

Paul Glynn was an Australian Marist missionary priest and writer. He was the author of several books, including A Song of Nagasaki (1988) and The Smile of the Ragpicker (1992), both best-sellers and translated into several languages. He had devoted a lifetime to reconciliation and friendship between Australia and Japan, the two former wartime enemies....

The passing of Paul Glynn on 2026-01-23 marked the close of a transformative chapter, inspiring future generations across Australia and around the world to uphold the values of excellence, empathy, and enduring accomplishment.