Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI)
Missionaries to the poor and abandoned in 70 countries. Strong presence with Indigenous peoples.
Founded in 1816, the Missionary Oblates serve in 70 countries with a special focus on the most abandoned — Indigenous peoples, the rural poor, immigrants, and those in difficult mission territories. Work includes parishes, Catholic schools, retreat centers, and justice and peace ministry.
“He has sent me to preach the Good News to the poor”
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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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