Testimonies

"In each child's smile, we find the strength to continue. Here, we fight not just for education, but for transformation."

Sister Prisca

"We too are a Church that cares: There is no one in this world who is so poor that they cannot contribute. It is important because, for us, we see that our problem is not ours; we are sharing the pain for the whole world. The point of suffering is not localized in South Sudan or Sudan; it is a global issue. And as such, we must confront it from a global perspective."

Cardinal Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla,

Archbishop of Juba, capital of South Sudan

"Missionaries once brought faith and education to my Kenyan village. Now, as a missionary priest in Rochester, I see TPMS inspiring others to serve, just as I was inspired, creating a beautiful cycle of faith and service."

Father Paul Gitau,

Diocesan Director of Rochester

"As the Apostolic Nuncio, I witness TPMS's dedication to fostering missionary zeal. Their support ensures that the Church's evangelizing mission thrives, adapting to the needs of our times."

Archbishop Christophe Pierre,

Papal Nuncio to the United States

"In Syria, where war and hardship have left deep scars, the support of The Pontifical Mission Societies gives us strength. Through TPMS, we can continue bringing Christ's hope to our people, rebuilding not just churches, but faith and resilience in the midst of suffering."

Monsignor Mounir Seccal,

National Director of Syria

"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

"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