PMS in Kenya Says Mission Begins with Prayer, Proposes Missionary Work Beyond Mission Month 2026

Fr. Bonaventure Luchidio, the director of the Pontifical Missionary Societies in Kenya, urged Catholics to use prayer as the foundation for missionary work and to continue evangelizing after October ends. During a reflection on October 1, Fr. Luchidio, a priest from the Kakamega Diocese, said that while mission starts with prayer, that prayer should lead people to engage with others.

Fr. Luchidio stated that missionary work is not limited to priests, religious sisters, or those traveling to other countries. He said every Christian is called to share their faith within their families, schools, workplaces, parishes, and communities. He noted that October serves as a time for Catholics to renew this commitment to the Church's missionary mandate.

The 2026 celebrations are notable because the Catholic Church is marking 100 years of World Mission Sunday. Fr. Luchidio said this centenary provides an opportunity to remember previous Gospel messengers and reflect on current responsibilities.