Returned Maryknoll lay missioners Steve and Laura Brown founded the Casa Alma Catholic Worker community after returning from mission in Chile. Their commitment to the unhoused, mission and justice is now being honored with the 2026 Bishop John E. McCarthy Spirit of Mission Award.
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.
The Maryknoll Monarch Initiative recently held a hybrid event presenting migration not as a policy issue, but a social issue.
The Maryknoll Monarch Initiative recently celebrated their first anniversary.
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.
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.
This sacred season of Easter reminds us that hope is alive, and through faith and service, lives are renewed each day.
Maryknoll Lay Missioners sent forth eight new missioners to serve in communities across the Americas and Africa.
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.
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.
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.
