Mission stories
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Modern Families: Struggles, Hope, and Lessons from the Holy Family
The family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph—commonly called the Holy Family—stands at the heart of Christian reflection on family life. Chosen by God to welcome the Savior into the…
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A triple celebration of faith, legacy, and mission
The 169th anniversary of the Society of African Missions (SMA), founded on December 8, 1856, in Lyon, France; Kenya’s 62nd Jamhuri Day; and the solemn closure of the formation house’s 30th anniversary year.
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“Look out, world—Kenya is ready to bloom”
Rev. Fr. Robbin Kamemba, Provincial Superior of the Kenyan Province of the Society of African Missions, during the inaugural Provincial Assembly held at St. Mary’s Pastoral Center in Nakuru on November 27, 2025.
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A journey of faith: lessons learned from a cross-cultural mission
Fr. Jean Paul Kpatcha addresses participants during the exhibition “Crossroads of African Cultures” CCA at MIM Lyon, on September 29, 2024.
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Mission in Central African Republic: rebuilding humanity, reconciling hearts
Bayaka Pygmy children showcasing their dancing talents, Bégoua, Central African Republic, December 23, 2021.
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Mission Sunday: Renewing Our Missionary Identity – “in Africa, with Africa, and from Africa”
Each year, this year being the 99th edition, the Church celebrates Mission Sunday as a sacred reminder of who she truly is — a missionary community.It is not simply…
