Missionaries of Charity
Founded by Mother Teresa. 5,000+ sisters serving the poorest in 130+ countries.
Founded in 1950 by Mother Teresa, the Missionaries of Charity have 5,000+ sisters in 130+ countries serving refugees, former prostitutes, the mentally ill, street children, lepers, AIDS patients, and the elderly. Programs include Nirmal Hriday (Home for Pure of Heart) and Shanti Nagar leprosy colony.
“Wholehearted and free service to the poorest of the poor”
Areas of Mission
Countries Served
Volunteer & Mission Opportunities
Duration
Varies
Requirements
Open to all
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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