The Office of Human Diginity staff received a text from Bruce Carlson, DOJ Misssion Coordinator, Sunday, March 27: We are here! Hostal Sucre! This rainbow greeted us! Let the mission begin! We receiwed word from a missioner just yesterday, Peter Newburn: I'm so glad to be here! .  There is something special here.  The vibe is … Continue reading Mission: Back in Action →

Ben & some new friends hanging out for a water break in the chapel Missioner: Benjamin I. Ehigie, Benedictine University University Mission: Philippines 2019, 2020 Tell us about what you were doing/who you were when you made the decision to attend your first mission. I was a freshman new track recruit when I made the decision to … Continue reading Spotlight Missioner: Ben Ehigie →

Resume Mission! It is with joy and privilege that we announce that we are excited that 2022 is the year we resume mission. You can see below the list of missions we have planned for 2022. We invite you to begin again with us! Bolivia Medical - Construction - OutreachMarch 26 - April 9, 2022Donate … Continue reading Missions 2022 – Begin Again →

For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated by the Beatitudes. They always seemed like a riddle that held the secret to life. When I was around eight years old I made a decision. I would write a book about the Beatitudes. The book has yet to come. But, I have since … Continue reading Entering the Paradox →

Jill & Jolina Missioner: Jill Crema, University of St Francis, Joliet University Mission: Philippines 2020 Tell us about what you were doing/who you were when you made the decision to attend your first mission. I've been on many mission trips across the US throughout high school and college. I had always wanted to experience an … Continue reading Spotlight Missioner: Jill Crema →

St. Katharine Drexel was the daughter of a high society banker and philanthropist. She was born in Philadelphia, November 26, 1858. Katharine was well educated and was fortunate enough to travel extensively throughout the United States and Europe. Her family never allowed their wealth to take precedence over a life of deep faith.  Katharine’s step … Continue reading Missionary Saint: Katharine Drexel →

I don’t know about you, but it’s been 2 years since I have been back to my home away from home in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, The Philippines. This was my first foreign mission and after 4 annual trips over the New Year’s holiday, this 2 year hiatus has left me at a loss. I miss … Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions for a Pandemic Missioner →

Hello! It is an honor and blessing to serve our diocese and mission partners in this new role of Director of Formation and Animation of Missions through the Pontifical Missions Society! Please allow me to take a few minutes to introduce myself.  Venus, Gina, 2 of Gina's children. Gina is one of the head Ninays … Continue reading Someone new in the Missions Office →

-Paulo Coelho by Nancy Schramm, OSF For those who do not recognize the name “Paulo Coelho” let me introduce him. He is a Brazilian lyricist and novelist. His most famous novel, The Alchemist, has sold more than 150 million copies. It is the only book that I have read in three languages: English, Spanish and … Continue reading “If you are brave enough to say goodbye, life will reward you with a new hello.” →

by Nancy Schramm, OSF Some of the Franciscan women religious orders have a special book of the Liturgy of the Hours, as my community does. It continues to be a great source of inspiration for me and is truly a treasure. As we begin this holy season of Advent, may we embrace the many Scripture … Continue reading Rejoice and Trust in the Lord →