Missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master (MIDM)
The Missionaries of Jesus the Divine
Master (MIDM) was founded by the Rt. Rev. Bishop Caesar Asili, the first Bishop of Lira
Diocese, Uganda. His Holiness Pope Paul VI blessed its foundation stone, along with that
of the Religious Missionary Sisters of Mary Mother of the Church (MSMMC), on the 6th
August 1969 at Namugongo, Uganda.
The Motto of the Missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master is “Illuminare Omnes Homines in
Christi”
(To enlighten all men in Christ) . It encapsulates the vision and
purpose of the
Missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master. We are popularly known as “the Divine Master
Missionaries.”.
Priests, Brothers, Scholastics and Novices Worldwide
With 60 plus priests, brothers,
scholastics and novices
worldwide, we are one of the influential male religious Missionaries in the Catholic
Church. Pastors, parochial vicas,retreat faciltators, teachers, tutors, Chaplains,
instructors, counsellors, lecturers,
professors, administrators and
Formators.
In our varied ministries, we care for the whole person: body, mind, and soul.
And especially in our education ministries, we seek to nurture “men and women for
others.”
Rt. Rev. Bishop Caesar Asili thirsted with his whole body and soul after Christ. Drawing
hope from his example, we are strengthened by our closeness to God. Praying together in
community and coming before Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament, we too seek to thirst
with our whole body and soul after Jesus Christ.
Enlivened and united by the celebration of the Holy Eucharist
and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, we are fortified in charity, loyalty, and
fidelity to Christ and to each other. As the Divine Master Missionaries, we support one
another by communal prayer, serving the Lord side by side, and recreating together.
“Our two pillars are the Eucharist and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary,
under the
mantle of the Magisterium of the Church.
From the Eucharist we draw from the
fountain our strength, perseverance and inspiration. We lead others to
Jesus,
present in the Most Blessed Sacrament, for He alone can lead us to the Father.
Our
Blessed Virgin Mary, Holy Mary, Mother of God and of the church, is the surest
and safest means to
Jesus.
She is the cause of our salvation.”
More about Missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master
The General General Council with the Apostolic Nuncio to Uganda Archbishop Luigi Bianco
Charism of MIDM
The charism of the Missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master is to follow Jesus – the Divine Master, who is the way, the truth, the life, and the light. The motto of the Missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master is: To enlighten all men in Christ (Illuminare omnes Homines in Christi)
Nature of MIDM
The missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master is Clerical in nature. But also admits Brothers. The members live a consecrated life and fraternal living in community. The brothers have equal membership rights as priests, except in matters of sacramental ministry.
Purpose of MIDM
The purpose of the Missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master is to seek first the kingdom of God through personal sanctification by observance of the precept of love of God and neighbour and the principle of the Gospel. Secondly, to seek the sanctification of others by enlightening their minds, teaching them all that Jesus commanded and inflaming their hearts with Divine Love and Loving Service.
MIDM Chapter Facilitators having a light moment during the Second General Chapter at Lodonga Spiritual Formation Centre at Lodonga Minor Basilica in Arua Diocese, Yumbe District
General Capter
The Missionaries of Jesus the Divine Master have already three General Chapters:
- The first General Chapter was held from 12 to 23rd August 2014.
- The second General Chapter was held from the 18th to the 27th of August 2019.
- The third General Chapter was held from the 8th to the 21st of September 2024.
Our Mission & Our Vision
Our Mission
Our mission is to instill the life-giving principles of Christ in the minds and hearts of all people, especially the youth. As Divine Master Missionaries, we embrace the pastoral responsibility of Christian education and the defence of Catholic doctrine, serving through institutions of learning as teachers, instructors, administrators, tutors, professors, formators, chaplains, and spiritual directors. We respond to the needs of the Church wherever possible, forming well-prepared ministers grounded in faith and professional excellence. Strengthened by the Eucharist and guided by the Blessed Virgin Mary, we draw inspiration and perseverance to lead souls to Jesus Christ, the Divine Master. Our apostolate encampases:
- Formation of teachers and catechist
- Service in schools, parishes and universities
- Theological education and catechetical renewal
- Defence and Propagation of Catholic doctrine
- Promotion of moral and interlectual intergrity
MIDM Chapter Facilitators having a light moment during the Second General Chapter at Lodonga Spiritual Formation Centre at Lodonga Minor Basilica in Arua Diocese, Yumbe District
Our Vision
Our Vision, is to enlighten all people in Christ. (Illuminare omnes homines in Christo) We envision a world radiant with the truth of the Gospel, where every heart and mind We aspire to bring the light, truth, and love of Jesus the Divine Master to every person, nurturing a faith-filled society shaped by authentic Christian values. Rooted in the Magisterium of the Church and empowered by our devotion to the Eucharist and the Blessed Mother, we strive to guide humanity toward holiness, wisdom, and deeper union with God.
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Your generous support helps us to form future priests and brothers, educate the youth, and bring the light of Christ to communities in need.
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