The Pontifical Mission Societies

Earlier this year, I shared with you the story of Fr. Solomon Zaku in Nigeria, whose parish rectory was destroyed by a bombing only minutes after he stepped outside. Yet even in the face of persecution, he spoke with remarkable faith and conviction about the vitality and joy of his people and their trust in Christ. His witness reminds us that the Risen Lord continues to strengthen His Church in places where faith is both deeply tested and deeply alive.

One of the most powerful ways this hope takes root is through the formation of future priests. Through the Society of St. Peter the Apostle, one of the four Pontifical Mission Societies, you help support seminarians in mission dioceses around the world as they prepare to serve their communities with courage and faith — communities that depend deeply on their future ministry.

Here in the United States, we are increasingly aware of how closely connected we are to the global Church. This is the beauty of the Church’s missionary spirit: what is given in faith returns in blessing.

If you were not able to respond to my earlier invitation during Lent, I warmly encourage you to consider making an Easter gift today to support the seminarians who are preparing their lives for service through the mission of the Church.

Your generosity through The Pontifical Mission Societies helps ensure that communities around the world will continue to experience the hope of the Resurrection through the celebration of the sacraments and the proclamation of the Gospel.

Thank you for being part of this global mission of faith. Please be assured of our prayers for you and your loved ones during this blessed Easter season.

Together in the Risen Christ,

Sabrina Lopez

Archdiocesan Director