[This is the symbol used by the Pauline Fathers to identify themselves. MSSP stands for Missionary Society of Saint Paul] ~-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, …showed first 75 words of 705 total…

…showed last 75 words of 705 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.