Saint Vincent Archabbey Missions is headed back to Brazil on June 4th – 15th, 2026!
Our Mission’s History and Purpose
The mission began in 1962 when the Vatican asked Saint Vincent Archabbey to help a struggling monastery in Brazil. Since then, monks of Brazil and Saint Vincent have helped minister to the poor through service and fundraising. The Brazil Mission trip is a great opportunity for young people to put the Benedictine values of Saint Vincent into practice.
During this trip, students will work with children in a school managed by the Sisters of Congregação das Missionárias de Cristo as well as other local ministries. Mission Fellows work alongside monks and other ministers as they interact with children at local schools, help the less fortunate, and spread the joy of the Gospel message.
Eligibility and Application
Young adults, ages 18 to 25, of our parishes where our Benedictines serve are eligible. If you feel called to serve the poor in Brazil, please see your Benedictine pastor to apply. Space is limited and applications will be evaluated in the order they are received.
The deadline to apply is December 19th, 2025. Applicants must have a letter from their pastor addressing their character. Please see your Benedictine pastor for a recommendation. Follow the link here for your application.
Financial Commitment and Awards
Saint Vincent Archabbey’s Mission Office goal is to fund about half of all the expenses for this wonderful experience. A limited number of awards will be granted for flights and other related expenses to serve at Saint Vincent Archabbey’s foreign mission location. The Mission Fellow raises the remaining funds for the trip on their own.
The awardee is expected to raise ($1,250.00) for the support of missionary activities while on the trip. Any funds raised above these amounts will continue to support the Archabbey Wimmer Fund which is the main source of the awards.
Awardee Expectations and Follow-up
The awardee is also required to: Participate in service activities throughout the mission trip. Journal their experience, via social media, while on mission. Be available and participate in follow-up activities including writing articles, making presentations, providing photos and other awareness activities.
To submit your application, and for all questions and concerns, please contact Br. Bosco bosco.hough@stvincent.edu or by phone, 724-532-6738.