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Body of Blessed Frassati, relic of Blessed Acutis will be in Rome for Jubilee

VATICAN CITY — The relics of two saints-to-be — Blesseds Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis — will be in Rome for veneration during the Jubilee of

The True Missionary Disciple of Christ

This Sunday's Gospel is a continuation of last week's and again puts us in the school of Jesus on his final journey to Jerusalem. If last time, howeve

Pope Leo XIV mourns attack on Catholic church in Gaza

Pope Leo XIV expressed deep sorrow following a deadly strike on the Holy Family Catholic Church compound in Gaza, which killed three people and injure

Our work

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.

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8,750
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“The Pontifical Mission Societies are, above all, a sign of solidarity in faith. The one who has little, like the widow in the Gospel who from her poverty offered her whole livelihood, gives little but feels the joy of knowing that he or she is contributing so that the faith may spread and be known in other cultures, often in places we have never even heard of. But it is solidarity in faith, with a missionary condition, accompanied by giving and praying.”

Cardinal Luis José Rueda Aparicio

Archbishop of Bogotá, Colombia

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“The missionary vocation of children is something powerful. Even in places of deep poverty, they are full of joy, generosity, and faith. Through the Missionary Childhood Association, we teach them that they are not too small to make a difference in the Church.”
Sister Ines Albino
Secretary General, Missionary Childhood Association
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"Bangladesh is a poor country, and though our people are faithful and love the Church, they cannot financially sustain it. The ordinary subsidy we receive each year through the Pontifical Mission Societies is essential. It allows us to keep parishes running, ensures our priests can eat and travel to outstations, and helps us gather regularly for retreats and prayer. It brings unity to our dioceses and gives us the security to plan for the year ahead — a gift that reduces tension and increases fraternal life."
Archbishop Bejoy D'Cruze
O.M.I., Archbishop of Dhaka, Bangladesh

 

 

"The Pontifical Mission Societies are effectively the “primary means” of awakening missionary responsibility among all the baptized and supporting ecclesial communities in areas where the Church is young."
Pope Leo XIV

Explore TPMS’ Projects

Missionary Childhood Association

Children sharing faith and hope with children in need.

Community | United States

MCA helps children support peers in mission areas through prayer, learning, and giving—forming young hearts for global Catholic mission work.

The Society for the Propagation of Faith

Bringing the Gospel to the poorest communities.

Community | United States

SPF funds missionaries, churches, and catechists in developing regions to spread the Gospel and strengthen the Catholic Church worldwide.

The Society of Saint Peter Apostle

Preparing future priests and sisters around the world.

Community | United States

SSPA trains and supports seminarians and novices in mission countries—building a strong, local Church led by native clergy and religious.

The Missionary Union

Helping the Church grow in faith across all nations.

Community | United States

TPMS unites Catholics around the world to support mission efforts through prayer, education, and funding for clergy, and Church programs.

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