Throughout the year, the Pontifical Mission Societies support the proclamation of the Gospel, the building of the Church, and the work and witness of mission priests, religious Sisters and Brothers, and lay pastoral leaders. These missionaries provide food, education, and medical care to the most vulnerable communities in the Pope’s missions. Through their work, they reveal the compassionate heart of Jesus. Help support their efforts ~ and be right there with them, offering hope.
The Pontifical Mission Societies US have supported:
United in Faith and Mission in Christ
The Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul honors two pillars of the Church whose lives and missions helped shape the foundation of Christian faith. Peter, the rock upon whom Christ built His Church, and Paul, the tireless apostle to the nations, each responded courageously to the call of the Gospel. Their witness challenges us to deepen our own faith in Christ and to proclaim His name with conviction, humility, and love.
Pope calls for end to bloodshed in Syria, Middle East, via solidarity, dialogue
Pope Leo XIV condemned the suicide bombing at a Damascus church, calling it "a cowardly terrorist attack" as he appealed to the international community not to give up on Syria.
Pope leads Corpus Christi procession through streets of Rome
In carrying Jesus through the city streets in a Corpus Christi procession, Christians are called to be witnesses of his love, sharing both their material and spiritual gifts, Pope Leo XIV said.
Helping the Pope Help the Most Vulnerable for 200 Years
Helping the
Pope Help
the Most
Vulnerable for
200 Years
In 2022, the Pontifical Mission Societies (TPMS) celebrated the 200th anniversary of our founding by Pauline Marie Jaricot, a young woman, living in early 19th century France. Learn more about the history of the Pope’s four mission societies, and how each helps him in his outreach to the Missions in unique ways.
In 2022, the Pontifical Mission Societies (TPMS) celebrated the 200th anniversary of our founding by Pauline Marie Jaricot, a young woman, living in early 19th century France. Learn more about the history of the Pope’s four mission societies, and how each helps him in his outreach to the Missions in unique ways.
