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.
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!
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.
Laity Working in the Catholic Church – 2025 National Survey
Are you a lay person working in the US Church? The National Association for Lay Ministry’s Laity Working in the Catholic Church Survey seeks to understand the life and ministry/service/work of today’s lay leaders in parishes, dioceses, and Catholic ministries.
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Announcing Witnesses of Hope: A Virtual Jubilee Journey
Join fellow ministers and missionaries on a virtual journey of hope using the words of Pope Francis. Presented on the last Thursday of every month and in conjunction with the Summit on Mission and Evangelization in July.
A World of Mission – February 2025 Highlights
This month’s links include the pope’s 2025 Message for World Mission Day, as well as news from Asia, Africa and Latin America.
Book Review – Jesus and His Abba by Leonardo Boff
“This little book – just 113 pages – changed the way I view Jesus…”
Don McCrabb, D. Min., reflects on this new text by renowned theologian Leonardo Boff. “For me, studying will not be enough. I will pray with Jesus and his Abba so Boff’s lifelong love of the Son of God will refresh, revive and renew my own.
Call to Action on International Aid
Take action now: follow the Catholic Relief Services action alert to see how you can lend your voice to this critical issue. Get more informed: read recent statements from Caritas Internationalis, the US Bishops and USCMA.
A Video Invitation to Our Jubilee Pilgrimage
Bishop James T. Schuerman, auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and spiritual guide for the USCMA Jubilee of the Missions Pilgrimage to Italy shares details about this wonderful opportunity to visit Italy in October.
Jubilee of the Missions – Update and Informational Meetings
The dates of our pilgrimage have changed to October 2-11 due to adjustments in the schedule at the Vatican, which is now celebrating the Jubilee of Missions on October 4 and 5. Join USCMA and Nativity Pilgrimages for this exciting event at the Vatican and other experiences in Rome and Assisi. Get the details at our informational Zoom meetings in February.
More than Buzzwords – Letter from Our Executive Director
Kevin Foy reflects on the USCMA mission and updates members about current efforts to form working groups, assemble an Advocacy Committee, and revamp the website.