Missionaries of the Holy Spirit (USA)

The Missionaries of the Holy Spirit in the United States is a part of the broader Missionaries of the Holy Spirit (MSpS) congregation, a Catholic religious institute founded in Mexico City in 1914 by French missionary Félix de Jesús Rougier. The US branch operates under the Christ the Priest Province.

History

The Missionaries of the Holy Spirit were established on December 25, 1914, with the initial founding taking place in Mexico. The congregation expanded to the United States, where it established a province dedicated to spreading the charism of Christ the Priest.

Mission

The mission of the Missionaries of the Holy Spirit in the U.S. aligns with the global congregation's focus on serving as brothers in Christ the Priest, fostering contemplation in the world, and acting as witnesses of mercy. They engage in various ministries, including parish missions, retreats, and apostolic works aimed at spiritual development and community service.

Structure

The organization is structured within the Christ the Priest Province, which oversees the activities and communities of the Missionaries of the Holy Spirit in the United States. This province is one of the three main provinces of the congregation worldwide.

Activities

Key activities include:

• Parish Missions and Retreats: Offering spiritual guidance and fostering community through religious events and programs.
• Apostolate of the Cross: Emphasizing the spirituality of the Cross, which is central to the congregation's mission and charism.
• Vocations and Formation: Supporting young men in discerning their vocations and providing spiritual formation.

Financial Status

As a nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS, contributions are tax-deductible. The organization files annual tax returns as required by law.

Notable Members

Prominent members associated with the broader MSpS congregation include several bishops in the Catholic Church, such as Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Antonio and Auxiliary Bishop Eusebio L. Elizondo Almaguer of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle. However, specific details about notable members of the U.S. branch may not be widely documented.