The Center for Mission serves the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis by offering opportunities to engage with mission communities overseas as well as expressing mission spirit here at home. This What’s New section is updated frequently with important events, dates and activities for the archdiocese.
What’s New
Kitui Partnership Delegate Application 2026
The Center for Mission is excited to be sponsoring a partnership delegation to Kitui, Kenya from June 15th-July 3, 2026. This delegation is a wonderful opportunity to encounter the African Church in mutuality and solidarity. Because delegates are representing the Archdiocese of Saint Paul/Minneapolis, we have an application process. To start, Download the Application Here.
For any questions and to submit application materials, please contact Janine Ricker.
In the Footsteps of Saint Paul Pilgrimage
The Center for Mission is excited to be sponsoring a pilgrimage to Greece from September 27th-October 7th, 2026. Join us on a life-changing pilgrimage to Greece as we follow in the footsteps of St. Paul. We’ll walk where he preached, prayed, and witnessed the power of the Gospel. This sacred journey will deepen your faith, bring Scripture to life, and offer a profound encounter with the early Church. Download the flyer to Learn More>>
Center for Mission Newsletter
The current Newsletter focuses on the mission field; planting seeds, tending the crops, and reaping the harvest. Download and read our latest newsletter. If you would like to be on our distribution list, please contact Kim Williams.
Living Water
For over ten years our archdiocese has been in a mutually beneficial Global Solidarity Partnership with the Diocese of Kitui, Kenya. Every Lent and Easter we invite parishes to participate in our educational and fundraising program for our diocesan partners in Kitui. The calendar is full of activities and reflections for all ages. Visit our Living Water page learn more.
Parishes interested in participating in Living Water should contact Janine Ricker.
Missionary Cooperation Plan 2026 Application Process is Now Open
The Missionary Cooperation Plan Process for 2026 is now closed. The MCP Process for 2027 will open in mid-March 2026.
To help applicants interested in speaking at parishes of the Archdiocese of St Paul and Minneapolis, a brief outline of the application process is highlighted to the right. This process provides applicants with a broad view of the selection determinants and timing for each year. Learn More about the Missionary Cooperation Plan
