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Unifying Hearts, Illuminating Souls
The Pontifical Mission Societies stand as a testament to the power of collective compassion and faith, transcending boundaries to touch lives across the globe. This family of societies represents a legacy of hope, born out of a shared commitment to evangelization and charitable endeavors.
History
The most recent of the Pontifical Mission Societies was founded by Fr. Paolo Manna in 1917 in Italy. Fr. Manna began by encouraging those already engaged in the work of the Church to support the work of the missions and to perhaps become missionaries themselves. To this end, he founded the Missionary Union of Clergy to raise enthusiasm among priests to promote awareness of the missions and to encourage prayer for them. It was hoped that these leaders within the Church (the clergy) would inspire the laity to pray for the success of evangelization, and to spread of the Good News throughout the World.In 1956, Pope Pius XII included the Missionary Union as one of the Pontifical Missions.
Purpose
Strengthening Bonds, Spreading Light
The roots of the Pontifical Mission Societies run deep, with the most recent addition stemming from the vision of Fr. Paolo Manna in 1917, Italy. Fr. Manna’s vision was to not only encourage existing Church members to support missionary work but also to inspire them to actively participate and potentially become missionaries themselves.
Thus, he laid the foundation for the Missionary Union of Clergy, aiming to infuse priests with fervor for the missions. This union became a channel for priests to raise awareness, encourage prayer, and promote enthusiasm for the missions among both the clergy and the laity. By empowering leaders within the Church, the Pontifical Mission Societies envisioned a ripple effect that would ignite the laity to pray fervently for the success of evangelization.
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Empower Souls, Illuminate Futures
Together, let’s be the driving force behind a world illuminated by the love of Christ. Your support serves as a bridge that connects hearts, transcends boundaries, and strengthens the foundation of faith. Join us in our mission to create a world where compassion knows no limits, and where the light of hope shines brightly for all to see.