Our Mission
Catholic Extension Society works in solidarity with people to build up vibrant and transformative Catholic faith communities among the poor in the poorest regions of America.


Our Vision
We seek to deepen and expand our commitment to Catholic faith communities by providing resources to develop leaders, ministries and facilities, while inviting more people across our country to invest in this work.
Our Values
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Creativity
We identify and invest in innovative solutions to the challenges that confront our Catholic faith communities.
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Excellence
We set the highest standards for every aspect of our organizational life and mission.
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Trust
We forge relationships in the spirit of mutual trust.
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Accountability
We are committed to our Team Covenant to enable us to fulfill our mission more effectively.
Explore Our Magazine
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Our president offers inside look at the South Side community where he and Pope Leo were both raised.They grew up in the same parish: Father Jack Wall explores Pope Leo XIV’s working-class rootsRead More
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50 church facilities expected to be under construction by end of 2025, bolstering local economiesIsland-wide recovery project generates jobs in Puerto RicoRead More
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Sister Teresa Frawley, OSF | Lumen Christi Award finalist from the Diocese of Cheyenne, WyomingThe “Eagle Wing Woman” from West IrelandRead More