About Us
We are an apostolic religious family of priests and brothers bound together in one indivisible brotherhood in service to the Church and in a communal response to the Lord’s mission.
It was the Lord Jesus Calling Us.
Consecration. Brotherhood. Mission.
Holy Cross Identity
To Make God Known, Loved, and Served
Our mission sends us across borders of every sort. But wherever we go, we go as men vowed to God and to one another, witnessing to the Gospel and supporting men and women of goodwill in their efforts to form communities of the coming kingdom.
“I am convinced that Providence, which has in the past done everything necessary for the development and perfection of its work, will continue to bestow on it most abundant blessings. To ensure this, we must be constantly animated by the spirit of zeal and generosity which so holy an undertaking requires.”
Blessed Basil Moreau, Circular Letter 9
Ministries
Educators in the Faith
The zeal to educate minds and hearts in the truth binds the men of Holy Cross in one family and inspires the work we do in the United States and abroad.
Explore our ministries and learn about the impact we’re making around the world.
Vocations
We Are Men with Hope to Bring
Holy Cross is God’s work. What started as a small seed has grown into a mighty tree. It is sanctification for the priests and brothers who have dedicated their lives to the service of the Lord and his Church through ministries of education, parish, and mission. It is the knowledge of salvation and hope in the cross of Christ for all whom they serve.
Impact the World
Discover Our Global Mission Work
Our mission sends us across borders of every sort.
Hear the stories, see the impact, and explore how you can support our international missions.
Let Us Pray for You
“Wherever we work we assist others not only to recognize and develop their own gifts but also to discover the deepest longing in their lives.”
— Constitutions of the Congregation of Holy Cross, 2:16
Join Us
To Serve Others is to Serve Christ
Whether your form of service is dedicating your life to doing God’s work or making donations to support that work, your service of others can change the world.
Seminary Programs
Start your discernment journey within a community of men who know, love, and serve God.
Ways to Donate
Explore ways you can support the global work the men of Holy Cross have been called to do.
News & Events
Our Mission is the Lord’s
Stay informed of the latest events and updates from the United States Province of Holy Cross.
Chalice For Pain In Hospital Ministry
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Ash Wednesday: We Pray to the Lord
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All Are in the Mission
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