Founded in 1843, the Missionary Childhood Association (formerly Holy Childhood Association) is an international organization whose membership is made up of students in Catholic elementary schools and religious education programs. Msgr. Charles de Forbin Janson, a French bishop, was inspired by Pauline Jaricot’s initiative to help missionaries through the Pontifical Society of the Propagation of the Faith. He sought to involve the children in France founding the society and asking them to help children in China through prayer and donations. Today, it is an organization dedicated to fostering children’s awareness of the missionary nature of the Church. With children in more than 130 countries participating the motto of the association has been updated to say: children evangelizing, children praying for the children, children helping children worldwide.
The Missionary Childhood Association (MCA) program exists to be of service to schools and religious education programs in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles by fostering in children a missionary spirit and leadership, that motivates them to share their faith and material goods, with other children who are most in need. Through our material and resources, we seek to foster a missionary vocation in children so they may take part in the life of the church as missionary disciples.
Authorized by the Vatican, and in collaboration with the U.S. Bishops, MCA distributes educational and fund-raising programs to schools and religious education programs throughout the United States. It is sometimes known as the Pontifical Association of the Missionary Childhood because it is sponsored in a special way by the Pope. It is the official agency of the Holy Father for the distribution of the fundraising proceeds realized through the efforts of children for their underprivileged brothers and sisters in Third World situations.
Good Friday is the most solemn day of the year for Catholics. Today we remember Jesus’ suffering and death on the Cross – the greatest example of God's love for us. Here are some ideas you can do this Holy day. Share in the comments how you spend your Good Friday.
El Viernes Santo es el día más solemne del año para los católicos. Hoy recordamos el sufrimiento y la muerte de Jesús en la cruz – el cual es el mayor ejemplo de amor de Dios para nosotros. Aquí tienes algunas ideas para este día santo. Comparte en los comentarios cómo pasas tu Viernes Santo.
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If I, therefore, the master and teacher, have washed your feet, you ought to wash one another’s feet. I have given you a model to follow, so that as I have done for you, you should also do.” (John 13:15) On Holy Thursday, Jesus not only establishes the concept of the Eucharist but he also shows us the importance of serving and being humble with others. Read today's verse John 13:1-15. What are some ways you can serve/help others?
Pues si yo, el Maestro, les he lavado los pies, ustedes también deben lavarse los pies unos a otros. Les he dado un ejemplo a seguir, para que hagan lo mismo que yo hice con ustedes (Juan 13:15). El Jueves Santo, Jesús no solo establece el concepto de la Eucaristía, sino que también nos muestra la importancia de servir y ser humildes con los demás. Lea el versículo de hoy, Juan 13:1-15. ¿De qué maneras puedes servir o ayudar a los demás?
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Did you know that on the sixth day of the Novena, our Lord gave St. Faustina a special intention for little children?
MCA Los Angeles, the National Office invites us to pray with ALL MCA Members in the USA on Wednesday, April 23 at 8:30am (PT) virtually. This special chaplet will pray for the mercy of children living in the 5 regions of the World Mission Rosary.
Register today to join the Virtual Divine Mercy Chaplet. Registration link in our Link In Bio.
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Are you still wondering what to do with your students or children this Easter? There is still time to download our Easter Paschal Candle activity! Learn more about the other symbols found in the Paschal Candle and its importance. Check our Link in Bio to download this activity.
¿Te preguntas qué hacer con tus alumnos o hijos esta Pascua? ¡Aún tienes tiempo para descargar nuestra actividad del Cirio Pascual! Aprende más sobre los demás símbolos del Cirio Pascual y su importancia. Consulta el enlace en la biografía para descargar esta actividad.
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Today we celebrate Jesus' triumph entry into Jerusalem. We unite in prayer with our MCA brothers and sisters – may we always be ready to receive Jesus with palms, prayers and chants of "Hosanna!"
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What a privilege to walk in the Pilgrimage of Missionaries of Hope. Our office was blessed to carry the relics of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus, patron Saint of the missions, and Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini. #PilgrimsOfHope #PilgrimsOfHope2025 #missionariescomingsoon
Thank you to everyone that stopped by our booth at RECongress. Our staff was very happy to greet everyone.
We hope to see you next year at Congress. #RECongress #MissionaryDisciples #IAmAMissionary #TPMS #Missions
We hope to see you at the lacongress tomorrow. Stop by our booth 433 and 532 to pick up free resources. #MissionaryDisciples #IAmAMissionary #recongress #RECongress #TPMS #Missions