It is a great joy to greet you for the first time as the new National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States.
In this issue of missio magazine, we share with you the invitation of Cardinal Christoph Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, to dive into the stories in this issue with an open heart and let them inspire you.
As violence escalates between Israel and Lebanon, the country faces a humanitarian crisis of unprecedented scale. Father Rouphael Zgheib, the National Director of The Pontifical Mission Societies in Lebanon underscores the immense challenges faced by communities in the region.
In the heart of Equatorial Guinea, where over 70% of the population is Catholic, Father Nicéforo Obama stands as a testament to the transformative power of faith and the enduring impact of missionary work.
Father Paul Gitau's journey as a Catholic missionary spans continents, cultures, and communities.
As the summer sun shines upon us, we find ourselves celebrating a beloved American holiday - Independence Day. This is a time when we come together to celebrate the freedom and opportunities our nation provides.
In Southern Albania, a small Catholic community of 4,000 thrives under the guidance of 83 missionaries in a predominantly Muslim and Orthodox region. Bishop Giovani Peragine describes the situation as a "missionary emergency" and highlights a significant spiritual reawakening. Support is needed to provide resources for chapels, catechetical training, and maintaining the missionary presence, helping to nurture this resilient community.
As Syria marks fourteen years of conflict and the first anniversary of the 2023 earthquake that killed over 50,000 people, Deacon Saad Mounir Antti highlights his homeland's struggles.
Pope Francis addressed about 120 National Directors of the Pontifical Mission Societies (TPMS) on Saturday, May 25, during the traditional audience for the Annual General Assembly.
Venerable Fulton J. Sheen, as National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies from 1950 to 1966, left an indelible mark by raising over $10 million for the poor and supporting missionaries globally. Learn more about his story!
Father Olivier Poquillion's life of service and missionary work. From restoring a convent in post-ISIS Mosul to Pope Francis's historic visit to Iraq, his story reflects the transformative power of faith and underscores the essence of missionary work.
Atop Rome’s Janiculum Hill, within the embrace of the Eternal City, the Pontifical Urban College stands as a beacon of the Church’s mission
