About the United States Catholic Mission Association

The U.S. Catholic Mission Association (USCMA) developed from two national organizations, the Mission Secretariat and the U.S. Catholic Mission Council.  The Mission Secretariat served mission sending groups of the US for over twenty years.  Similarly, the U.S. Catholic Mission Council continued the work of the Secretariat for some twelve years, until September 1, 1981.  USCMA was approved in its present mode at the Annual Assembly of the Board of Directors in May 1981.  USCMA continues to foster the development of cross-cultural and global mission and ministry in an ever-changing world.  The United States Catholic Mission Association unites and supports people committed to the cross-cultural and global mission of Jesus Christ in service to the Church and the world.

Welcome: Click here to read a message from the Executive Director

Who we are:  Click here to read more about USCMA’s Mission, Purpose, Goals and Activities.

Board of Directors: Members of the USCMA Board of Directors are members of the Association in good standing that are elected at the Annual Members Meeting.  They serve terms of three years beginning in March following their election.  The Board reflects the membership of lay, religious, and diocesan representation.  Click here to meet USCMA’s Board and learn more about becoming a Board member.

Our Staff: USCMA’s staff collaborates with the Board of Directors to implement the vision and mission of the Association.  To learn more about our staff, click here.

Catholic Mission Forum: The Catholic Mission Forum engages in dialogue and promotes collaboration among the various agencies for mission in the Church in the US.

Fund-Raising Efforts: The Board of Directors has established an endowment and implemented a development plan that provides for the financial stability of the Association.