Making All Things New
Josh Sisolak reflects on the experiences of the first disciples after the death and resurrection of Jesus, and the similarities he has seen as a Maryknoll lay missioner.
Trapped by False Promises
Migrants seeking safety and opportunity often encounter exploitation hidden behind false promises. Through the work of Maryknoll Lay Missioner Heidi Cerneka, survivors are finding protection, dignity, and hope.
Easter Gift
This sacred season of Easter reminds us that hope is alive, and through faith and service, lives are renewed each day.
A shared “yes” to mission
Maryknoll Lay Missioners sent forth eight new missioners to serve in communities across the Americas and Africa.
Maryknoll Lay Missioners prepares to commission newest class for global service
At the upcoming Covenant & Sending Ceremony on Dec. 6 in El Paso, Texas, Maryknoll Lay Missioners will send forth eight candidates training to serve marginalized communities around the world.
Together we send forth missioners of hope
Your support makes historic moments possible—like sending forth new missioners from El Salvador to serve in Bolivia. Because of you, hope is crossing borders and reaching communities most in need.
Jubilee marks a new horizon for mission
Executive Director Elvira Ramirez reflects on Maryknoll Lay Missioners’ Golden Jubilee celebration. Drawing on the themes and voices of the Jubilee gathering, Elvira invites us to join in honoring the past while embracing the vision of a promising future rooted in faith, community, and God’s enduring presence.
Celebrating the life of Sam Stanton
Sam Stanton (Class of 1985) served Maryknoll Lay Missioners in many different capacities for more than 33 years, including 10 years as executive director. During his 13 years as a lay missioner in southern Chile he worked in social and rural development and headed up Catholic Social Services in the Diocese of Linares.
Radical welcome: Spirit of Mission Award goes to Celine and Don Woznica for migrant ministry
Returned Maryknoll lay missioners Don and Celine Woznica mobilized their suburban Chicago community to create a hub of hospitality for thousands of migrants—offering food, clothing, housing support, and accompaniment. Their lifelong commitment to mission and justice is now being honored with the 2025 Bishop John E. McCarthy Spirit of Mission Award.
Maryknoll Lay Missioners celebrates 50 years of global mission
Celebrating a milestone anniversary, Maryknoll Lay Missioners honors an inspiring past, a compelling present, and a strong future.
Kenya missioner Francis Wayne profiled by hometown Kentucky newspaper
The Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer delved into Francis’ life story, call to mission, and current ministry in vocational training, remedial academics, and prison ministry.
