Augustinians (OSA)
780 years of mission. Strong presence in Peru — 50+ years, 22 parishes, 1 hospital, 1 university.
The Augustinians have served in mission for 780 years, with notable long-term work in Peru (50+ years, Diocese of Chulucanas — 22 parishes, 1 hospital, 1 Catholic university, soup kitchens, pharmacies) and Japan. Work spans pastoral ministry, education, social outreach, and social justice.
“Our heart is restless until it rests in Thee”
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See Also
Maryknoll Lay Missioners
Long-term lay Catholics serving in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers
The first US Catholic foreign mission society, serving in 20+ countries since 1911.
Maryknoll Sisters
First US Catholic sisters founded for overseas mission. Serving in 26 countries for over 100 years.
Jesuit Volunteer Corps
Full-time service in 19 US cities. Community living, social justice, Ignatian formation.
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