~-THE MISSION STATEMENT-~ As Paulist Missionaries we are invited by God in Love to share God's Dream for Humanity of restoring all in Christ. In contemplative listening, we constantly discover this invitation in God's Word, with the People of God, through each other and in the world. We gratefully respond, through our weaknesses and strengths, by participating in the Spirit's liberation and reconciliation of Humanity. [Taken from MSSP homepage] Joseph De Piro was born in …showed first 75 words of 685 total…

…showed last 75 words of 685 total…period of discernment, candidates are invited to a yearlong introduction to religious life in community. Those who choose to become missionary priests are required to study philosophy and theology. Brothers are also required to have a sound theological preparation, as well as other subjects which might be useful. During the years of preparation, candidates will have missionary exposure in one of the mission stations and practice a life of chastity, poverty, obedience and missionary service.