OMI World Pope Leo XIV Encourages Rekindling Awareness of our Missionary Vocation
At the Mass for the Jubilee of the Missions and of Migrants, Pope Leo encourages us to rekindle awareness of our missionary vocation that springs from a desire to “bring the joy and consolation of the Gospel to everyone,” remembering those in difficulty, and in particular “our migrant brothers and sisters” forced to leave their homelands.
Vatican Jubilees of Missions and Migrants
The Jubilee of the Missionary World and the Jubilee of Migrants will bring tens of thousands of pilgrims from over 100 countries to Rome from October 4–5, with events including a Mass with Pope Leo XIV, international prayer gatherings, and the Festival of Peoples.
Asia - Oceania Grace Among the Workers: Visit to Hobigonj Industrial Park
Srs. Noel Francis, MC, and Grace Claire, MC, together with Fr. Ajit COSTA, OMI, returned to Hobigonj Industrial Park in Sayesthagonj. They had visited the migrant workers there one year earlier and were returning to affirm their closeness with the celebration of the Eucharist.
Asia - Oceania Blessing of Hope in Bagari: Mustard Seed
On 10 April 2025, nearly 200 internal migrant workers gathered in Bagari, Bangladesh, for the blessing of land that may one day become a home and spiritual center.
Latin America World Day of Migrants “Pilgrims of Hope”
Under the care of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate and in fidelity to the mandate of the Church, San Martin de Porres Parish tries to accompany processes by welcoming migrant brothers and sisters, as well as victims of human trafficking.
General Administration “God walks with His people” – World Day of Migrants and Refugees
“God walks with His people”, is the title chosen by Pope Francis for his Message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR), which is celebrated on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
