Baptized and Sent to Share the Good News
For over fifty years, PMS Malawi has been inspiring missionary awareness, prayer, and solidarity among God’s people as part of the Holy Father’s worldwide missionary network, as such PMS supports the Church’s mission of proclaiming the Gospel and bringing Christ’s love to all nations.
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One in Christ, United in Mission
PMS Malawi proclaims the Gospel and brings Christ’s love to all nations through four Pontifical Societies promoting missionary prayer, formation, vocations, and solidarity with local Churches throughout the world.
Evangelization
Supporting the proclamation of the Gospel in mission territories and communities in need across Malawi and the world.
Formation
Educating future priests, religious, and lay leaders equipping the next generation to carry the mission forward.
Solidarity
Uniting Catholics in Malawi with the universal Church sharing resources, prayers, and hope across borders.
“Every baptized Christian is called to be a missionary. Together, let us share the Good News and build a Church that reaches out to all people with faith, hope, and love.”
What We Do
PMS Malawi carries out its work through four Pontifical Mission Societies.
Propagation of the Faith
Founded by Blessed Pauline Marie Jaricot
Creates and sustains awareness of the universal mission of the Church, and collects support for that mission.
- Spread the Gospel to those who have not yet heard it.
- Support pastoral activities and catechetical formation.
Holy Childhood
Founded by Bishop Charles de Forbin-Janson
Creates and sustains awareness of the universal mission of the Church among children, gathering their support for mission work among children.
- Provide education and faith formation for children.
- Assist vulnerable and needy children.
St. Peter the Apostle
Founded by Jeanne Bigard
Supports vocations to the priesthood and religious life among seminarians and novices in mission territories.
- Train future priests and religious sisters.
- Provide educational materials and formation programs.
Missionary Union
Founded by Blessed Paolo Manna
Builds unity among missionary pastoral agents, sustaining a missionary spirit among priests, religious, and lay faithful.
- Provide missionary education and spiritual formation.
- Organize retreats, workshops, and seminars.
Part of a Worldwide Mission
PMS Malawi is one of more than 120 national offices working together under the Pontifical Mission Societies, coordinated in Rome on behalf of the Holy Father. Every office shares the same mission: prayer, formation, and solidarity for the Church’s work throughout the world.
Stories from PMS Malawi
Written by our own team, from dioceses across Malawi.
Support Deaf Children and Persons with Disabilities Through the Missionary Rosary
Support deaf children and persons with disabilities by purchasing a handmade Missionary Rosary. Made by children at Mua School for the Deaf and persons with disabilities in Balaka, each rosary supports education, livelihoods, and the Church's missionary work while uniting children around the world in prayer.
Read more →MZUZU DIOCESE TAKES THE LEAD AS MALAWI LAUNCHES WORLD MISSION SUNDAY CENTENARY PREPARATIONS
The story communicates the belief that mission is at the heart of the Church and is the responsibility of every baptized Christian. It emphasizes that the Church grows when its members are united in Christ, committed to prayer, generous in sharing their resources, and active in proclaiming the Gospel. Key beliefs reflected in the story include: Mission is universal: Every Christian is called to participate in the Church's mission of evangelization. Unity in Christ strengthens mission: The theme, "One in Christ, United in Mission," highlights that the Church's missionary work is rooted in communion and collaboration. Generosity is an expression of faith: The gifts presented by the faithful and the Diocese of Mzuzu's financial commitment demonstrate that supporting the mission is both a spiritual and practical responsibility. The Eucharist nourishes missionary discipleship: The celebration of Holy Mass is presented as the source of the Church's missionary life. The Church is one family across the world: The expected participation of international Church leaders reflects the unity of the universal Church and Malawi's contribution to the global mission. Mission requires formation and leadership: The animation session for Church leaders shows the importance of ongoing formation in strengthening missionary commitment. Overall, the story proclaims that through prayer, unity, generosity, and active participation, the Catholic Church in Malawi is embracing its calling to share the Gospel with the whole world.
Read more →Upcoming Events
National Centenary Celebration of World Mission Sunday
Mzuzu Stadium, Diocese of Mzuzu
Marking 100 years of World Mission Sunday (1926–2026), with Msgr. Anh Nguyen, Secretary General of the Pontifical Missionary Union in Rome, as Guest of Honour.
More diocesan and national events will be listed here as dates are confirmed.
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Your generosity sends missionaries so as to:
- 1. Provide missionary education and spiritual formation.
- 2. Organize retreats, workshops, and seminars.
- 3. Deepen awareness of the Church’s universal mission.
- 4. Inspire missionary discipleship among all the faithful.