Spiritans (Congregation of the Holy Spirit)
Over 300 years serving the poor and marginalized. Sent more missionaries to Africa than any other order.
The Spiritans — founded in 1703 — have sent more missionaries to Africa than any other religious congregation. With over 300 years of mission history, Spiritans serve the poorest and most marginalized through parish ministry, schools, healthcare, youth ministry, and chaplaincy.
“Evangelizing the poor and abandoned”
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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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