Catalog of Ministries
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Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA
Biography
The AMS was established as a separate U.S. archdiocese by Saint John Paul in 1985, with the responsibility to provide for the pastoral care of Catholics serving in the five branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, enrolled in the five U.S. Military Academies, undergoing treatment at any of the 153 Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (U.S., Puerto Rico, and Guam), employed by the federal government in positions beyond U.S. borders, and for the families of these populations. The AMS is the only U.S. diocese responsible for endorsing and granting faculties to priests and deacons to serve this particular group of approximately 1.8 million men, women, and children, Catholic faithful who originate from all U.S. dioceses.
Archdiocese of Boston Office for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs (Brighton, MA)
Biography
In the affirmation of its relationship with other Christians, the Church in the Archdiocese of Boston commits itself to pray and to work for that unity for which Jesus prayed. In the service of this commitment to Christian unity — known as ecumenism — the Church relates to other Christians, both Orthodox and Protestant. The Church in this Archdiocese also holds in esteem the people of other faiths. It pledges its efforts toward better understanding of others’ beliefs and collaboration in our common concerns for the dignity and welfare of every person. In these efforts — known as interreligious or interfaith relations — the Church wishes to attend to those special bonds already linking it with the Jewish community, to that part of its heritage shared with the Muslims, and to the similar spiritual goals and values of other religions. The office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs is devoted to promoting understanding and cooperation among peoples of all faiths.
Area Churches Together Serving (ACTS) (Aiken, SC)
Biography
The mission of the Area Churches Together Serving is to give temporary and emergency aid to persons in need in the Aiken County area in the name of Jesus Christ.
Association of Volunteers in International Service, USA Inc
Biography
Other International Humanitarian Aid & Development Services:
AVSI-USA promotes the dignity of the human person through long term development programs, paying particular attention to education, while drawing from the social teachings of the Catholic Church. Located in 38 countries across Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe and Asia AVSI programs are carried out in close partnership with local organizations that belong to the AVSI worldwide network.
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Assumption Church & Ministries
Biography
“To heal wounds, to bind what is broken, to bring home those who are lost” – Saint Francis of Assisi.
Assumption Church is a Roman Catholic community in the Franciscan tradition. The Franciscan Friars Conventual of Our Lady of the Angels Province together with Franciscan Sisters, lay Franciscans, parishioners and volunteers work together to build a community of faith which is active in service to Syracuse’s Northside community. Our Church is home to a parish dating back to 1845. Today this community draws members from all over CNY who worship and form community in the inclusive, down-to-earth spirit of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi.
Assumption Church and its outreach ministries, brings the Gospel message of peace, reconciliation and love to our neighbors in the spirit of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi. Like many cities, Syracuse has growing number of residents who lack a hope and meaning as well as the most basic requirements to survive, such as food, clothing, medical care, and in many cases, simple compassion. Our largest outreach efforts include a: Food Pantry & Soup Kitchen, Health Center for the uninsured and Chapel inside the mega mall Destiny USA.
Assumption College for Sisters
Biography
Assumption College for Sisters exists primarily to educate women called to a life of consecration to God and of service in the Roman Catholic Church.
Assumption Seminary (San Antonio, TX)
Biography
Assumption Seminary is a bilingual and multi-cultural community of priestly formation. This seminary exists for the personal, spiritual, theological and ministerial preparation of diocesan seminarians for the Roman Catholic Church. Assumption Seminary’s goal is to enable Christ-centered men to grow and develop as collaborative and culturally sensitive pastoral leaders committed to the gospel.
Atlantic-Midwest Province of the School Sisters of Notre Dame, Inc.
Biography
As vowed women religious, our mission is to create community wherever we are sent. We express our mission through the ministry of education. As educators with a world vision, we enable persons to reach the fullness of their potential. we are especially sensitive to the needs of women, children and those who are poor. Our mission is carried out primarily in educational, pastoral, and social service settings. We educate in pre-schools, elementary and secondary schools and colleges. We work in parishes, hospitals and social services agencies in the United States and throughout the world.
Augustinian Province of St. Thomas of Villanova
Biography
We Augustinians, inspired by the religious insight and teaching of St. Augustine, and established as a Mendicant Order in the 13th century, seek to live out our Christian vocation of love for God and neighbor in the fashion of Augustine, in communion of life and service to the Church. To seek God together is our common project. To share our discovery is our mission. Thus, we have always been, and see ourselves still, as active contemplatives in the Church, called to impart to others the gifts we have received.
Ave Maria University, Inc.
Biography
Founded in Fidelity to Christ and His Church in response to the call of Vatican II for greater lay witness in contemporary society, Ave Maria University exists to further teaching, research and learning in the abiding tradition of Catholic thought in both national and international settings. The University takes as its mission the sponsorship of a liberal arts education curriculum dedicated, as articulated in the apostolic constitution Ex Corde Ecclesiae, to the advancement of human culture, the promotion of dialogue between faith and reason, the formation of men and women in the intellectual and moral virtues of the Catholic faith, and to the development of professional and pre-professional programs in response to local and societal needs. As an institution committed to Catholic principles, the University recognizes the importance of creating and maintaining an environment in which faith informs the life of the community and takes expression in all its programs. Ave Maria University is the first new Catholic university to be founded in the United States in forty years. Our education is part of the historical tradition of Catholic higher education, one that is always relevant because of its timeless value.
AVSI-USA (Association of Volunteers in International Service)
Biography
AVSI-USA helps individuals and communities to recognize their God-given dignity and build resilience in the face of poverty and marginalization. We sustain international partnerships with local organizations to broaden impact in the areas of education, early childhood and youth development, economic livelihoods, health and nutrition. AVSI-USA connects people across borders, creating opportunities for solidarity and friendship that go beyond simple economic support towards enriching life experiences.
AVSI-USA is a member of the AVSI Foundation, an international NGO started in 1972 by members of the Catholic lay movement Communion and Liberation. AVSI Foundation continues its mission of promoting human development with a focus on education, according to Catholic social teaching. AVSI Foundation implements over 100 humanitarian and development projects in 30 countries in partnership with private donors, international agencies and businesses.