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United in Faith, Sent in Hope – Summit on Mission and Evangelization

July 23-24, 2025  Schoenstatt Retreat Center, Waukesha, WI  Join the United States Catholic Mission Association, the Pontifical Missionary Union, and the Office for World Mission / Society for the Propagation…

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We Have a Pope… and a Mission! – Letter from Our Executive Director

Dear Members, Partners, and Friends, Like many of you, I am still processing my emotions regarding the papal election of Cardinal Robert Prevost, a longtime missioner to Peru who grew…

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Networking, Formation, and Advocacy Opportunities

Get the details about our ongoing Jubilee series, the CRS National Call on April 12, the 2025 Lay Ministry Summit, and Maryknoll’s Formation Seminar.

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Prayer, Intention and Community – Reflection from our Board President

Antoinette Mensah, Ph.D., president of the USCMA Board and executive director of the Office for World Mission and Society for the Propagation of the Faith of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee, reflected on mission and hope during the first session of our virtual Jubilee journey series.

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Mission Immersion Opportunities

The best way to discover the call to mission is to experience it firsthand. Maryknoll mission immersion experiences can light a fire for mission by helping people encounter Christ in…

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Mission Trip Chaplaincy Opportunity – Bolivia/Paraguay

Solidarity Bridge is seeing Mission Team Chaplains for their short-term mission trips supporting surgical partners in Bolivia and Paraguay. ​Team chaplains provide pastoral care to patients, families and a religiously…

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Choosing Hope – Letter from Our Executive Director

Taking a cue from Pope Francis, in this month’s letter Kevin Foy offers some insights on the nature, purpose, and practice of hope.

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An Invitation to Hope – Join Us on a Jubilee Journey

USCMA seeks to learn, grow and mobilize as missionaries of hope. Check out the virtual and in-person opportunities!

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Save the Date – Summit on Mission and Evangelization July 23-24 in Wisconsin

Join us at Schoenstatt Conference Center outside Milwaukee for an inspirational gathering of faith leaders, missionaries, and advocates committed to revitalizing ministries and deepening engagement in God’s Mission.

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