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The Mission: The Church Sent to All Nations - Catholic (Great Commission)

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In The Mission, Jesuit missionaries travel to remote South American jungles, establish missions, baptize converts, build churches, and celebrate the Eucharist among indigenous peoples. They bring not just words but the full sacramental life of the Church. The Great Commission in Catholic understanding is ecclesial: Christ sent the apostles, who ordained successors, who continue the mission through the Church's sacraments and teaching. "Baptizing them" establishes incorporation into Christ's Body. "Teaching them" is the Magisterium's ongoing work. The Church herself is missionary—sent to bring all nations into communion with Christ through her sacramental life.

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Matthew 28:18-20

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