Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers
The first US Catholic foreign mission society, serving in 20+ countries since 1911.
The Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America — the first Catholic foreign mission society founded in the US. Maryknoll priests and brothers serve in direct evangelization, pastoral ministry, healthcare, education, and HIV/AIDS ministry across 20+ countries.
“Go to the margins — encounter Christ in the poor”
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Maryknoll Lay Missioners
Long-term lay Catholics serving in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Maryknoll Sisters
First US Catholic sisters founded for overseas mission. Serving in 26 countries for over 100 years.
Franciscan Mission Service
Two-year lay mission placements in Latin America, Kenya, and the US-Mexico border.
Society of the Divine Word (SVD)
The largest Catholic missionary society. 5,754 missionaries in 79 countries.
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