Father Juan Gabriel Arias, an Argentine priest from the Archdiocese of Buenos Aires, has found fulfillment in his missionary work in Mozambique. His dedication brings hope and transformation to the communities he serves, exemplifying the true spirit of missionary service.

As the new Diocesan Director of The Pontifical Mission Societies (TPMS) in the Diocese of Dallas, I am excited to lead efforts in strengthening our mission outreach. Our first initiative includes forming a diverse advisory committee and organizing key events such as a day of reflection for priests to kick off World Mission Month 2024.

In a letter to the people of Nicaragua, Pope Francis reiterated his affection to them amidst a violent crackdown against the local Catholic community.

Home to about 20 million people, Mali faces significant socio-economic difficulties, with 42.3% of its population living in extreme poverty

With the theme “America, with the Power of the Spirit, Witnesses to Christ”, the Nov. 19-24 CAM6 emphasizes the Church’s call to mission, rooted in the Gospel.

Addressing the laity, Archbishop Nieves of San Juan valued that “you are the living stones of this surviving Church; to you we owe as much in catechesis, as in building temples as in sustaining the clergy and religious and in witnesses and models of holiness.

In an interview at the Cathedral of San Juan on November 18, 2024, Cardinal Porras painted a sobering picture of a Church under siege yet unwavering in its faith.

Keynote Speech at National Meeting of The Pontifical Mission Societies USA by Archbishop Emilio Nappa, International President of The Pontifical Mission Societies.

In Burkina Faso’s Diocese of Nouna, Bishop Joseph Sama leads a mission of hope for displaced children facing violence and loss. Supported by the Pontifical Mission Societies, the diocese offers education, faith, and community to help them rebuild their lives amidst hardship.

Fr. Roger J. Landry celebrated Mass on November 16, 2024, at the Stella Maris Church, San Juan, Puerto Rico, on the occasion of the 2024 National Conference of The Pontifical Mission Societies.

"No Eucharist, no Church." echoed through the hearts of attendees of National Eucharistic Congress. A statement from Pope Francis, reiterated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan during the opening Mass, set the tone.

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.