The Pontifical Mission
societies USA is part of a global family that is oversaw by the Vatican’s
Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples.
The Superior Council that
leads The Pontifical Mission Societies meets every year with the to consider
the requests for support from all over the world on the different needs of the
young Churches. The funds raised by the faithful of the five continents are
distributed to try and meet the evangelization needs of the Church in mission
countries, in particular during World Mission Sunday.
National Directors of The
Pontifical Mission Societies from 130 countries examine and approve the
projects presented annually by the Churches in mission territories, trying to
make sure the funds are allocated promptly, transparently, and with the primary
intention of answering the call to be Apostles of all nations.
According to the latest
Vatican report, The Pontifical Mission Societies USA contributed $33,150,230 to
the general fund, which were distributed along those of the other national
offices. The total of the charitable donations raised globally was then
distributed as follows. Please note that
“Holy Childhood” refers to the Missionary Childhood Appeal.
