Join the Redemptorists

The Redemptorists are a missionary community of vowed Catholic men who follow Jesus Christ by preaching the Good News of God’s reign to the most abandoned, especially the poor. Begun in the Kingdom of Naples by St. Alphonsus Liguori, C.Ss.R. in 1732, the Redemptorists now number approximately 5,000 men and serve in over 80 countries.

​Since 1832, the Redemptorists have ministered in North America as brothers and priests. They are preachers, pastors, writers, retreat masters, spiritual directors, companions in faith, and advocates for the needy, particularly among immigrant communities. They have promoted devotion to Mary as “Our Mother of Perpetual Help” since 1865, when the pope entrusted the Redemptorists with her miraculous icon and commissioned them to make her known.

UPCOMING COME AND PRAY WEEKENDS 2026

Our Come and Pray Weekends offers a chance for single men ages 18-40 to explore what it means to live a life dedicated to Christ the Redeemer. If you feel called to the religious life but are unsure where to turn, this weekend brings together men on the same path of discernment, each seeking to understand God’s calling.

You’ll meet Redemptorist priests and brothers, hear their stories, and share in their daily rhythm of prayer, meals, and conversation. This is a time to experience how faith, community, and mission come together as they preach the Gospel and bring hope to those in need. It’s a chance to listen, reflect, and deepen your understanding of following Christ through the Redemptorist way of life.

Upcoming Dates:
April 10th – 12th 2026
June 26th – 28th 2026
October 2nd – 4th 2026

Where: National Shrine of BI. Francis Seelos
2030 Constance St.
New Orleans, LA, 70130

You can sign up for a Come and Pray Weekend below.

For Information on Come and Pray Weekends,
or on Becoming a Redemptorist Contact:

The Denver Province Vocation Director
Rev. Chuong Cao, C.Ss.R.
(206) 470-9749 • (228) 228-233-6413
Email Fr. Chuong: chuongcssr@yahoo.com