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Evangelii Nuntiandi 50th Anniversary Webinar – Register Today!

The United States Catholic Mission Association (USCMA) and USCCB Secretariat of Evangelization and Catechesis invite you to attend a FREE webinar series commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Evangelii Nuntiandi, Pope…

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The World Needs Hope – Letter from Our Executive Director

Kevin Foy explores the Pentecost message of Pope Leo XIV, the challenges of time, and invites people with a vision of the Church as a place of belonging, prophetic love, solidarity and social transformation to our upcoming Summit on Mission and Evangelization.

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Summit on Mission and Evangelization — Register Today!

Our Jubilee Summit is fast approaching! Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from leading experts in mission theology, spirituality, and praxis and to discern and dialogue with fellow mission leaders. Learn…

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Advocacy Alert – Urge the Senate to Preserve International Aid

It’s urgent to contact your Senators and save lives around the world – get all the details and background, then make the call!

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Witnesses of Hope – Final Reflection on Renewing the Mission of Hope

Our final virtual Jubilee reflection series is on Thursday, June 26 at 11:30am ET / 10:30am CT / 8:30am PT. This session will include special video of Pope Leo XIV.

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Participate in Our Pentecost Appeal

Support USCMA’s efforts to form, connect, and resource faith leaders as Witnesses of Hope.

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Families Living in Fear – The Current Reality of Migrants Living in the US

You’re invited to a compelling webinar hosted by the Maryknoll family on June 24 at 5:00pm PDT. Learn from El Paso pastor Fr. Rafael Garcia and attorney Heidi Cerneka about the challenges migrants family face today

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A World of Mission – June 2025

Check out our curated links to the latest news about the Church on mission throughout the world.

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Pilgrimage to Rome – Celebrate Mission with Pope Leo XIV

Our Jubilee of the Missions Pilgrimage to Rome is fast approaching! Join us on October 2-11, 2025, for this spiritual journey of reflection on the Church’s missionary identity, celebration of…

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A World of Mission – May 2025 Highlights

Get the latest missionary news about how the Church can change its view of Africa, a bishop’s vision pastoral care in Latin America, efforts to address youth unemployment in India, peace efforts in Pakistan, and a Jubilee campaign in Oceania…

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Call to Action – Defending National Service

Last month, the government announced substantial cuts to AmericaCorps funding, which countless Catholic agencies rely on to engage young people in encounter and service with communities at social and economic margins. As USCMA member organization Catholic Volunteer Network (CVN) notes in a statement on this pressing issue, “..Service is not merely an act of charity — it is an act of hope.” Learn more about how you can get involved.

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Bring Hope to Life – Pentecost Appeal

In this season of hope for the Church and renewal for USCMA, we invite you to take an extra step in supporting our efforts to form, connect and resource faith leaders as Witnesses of Hope by contributing to our Pentecost Appeal.

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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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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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Share ENCOUNTER!

The ENCOUNTER newsletter is the best way to stay connected with the USCMA community and informed of upcoming opportunity. Please make sure others in your organization and network sign up to receive these updates.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Go Forth… Podcast Update – Thank You, Ben Ouyang!

After two years, USCMA is ceasing production of the Go Forth… Missionary Interviews podcast. We thank our podcast host, Dr. Benjamin OuYang, for his dedication to inspiring everyday Catholics through your mission stories. Go Forth… will continue to publish our weekly reflections on the Sunday readings, available online and through email.

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Missionary Discipleship and the Call to Jubilee 2025 – Lessons From CAM6

“As we commence the Jubilee Year of Hope in 2025, these lessons inspire us to renew our commitment to mission and live as faith leaders grounded in God’s will.”

USCMA Board President Antoinette Mensah, Ph.D., reflects on themes from the Sixth American Mission Congress, which took place this past November in Puerto Rico.

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