The Rogationist
Congregation
The Rogationist of the Heart of Jesus (RCJ) are a religious congregation of priests and brothers founded by St. Hannibal Mary Di Francia in Messina, Italy, in 1987.
Together with their sister congregation, the Daughters of Divine Zeal, founded in 1887, the Rogationists continue the spiritual and charitable legacy of St. Hannibal.
to send laborers into his harvest.” - Matthew 9:38
St. Hannibal Mary Di Francia
1851 – 1927A man of deep faith and compassionate zeal who dedicated his life to prayer, vocation promotion, education, and service to the poor.
ROGATE
The Gospel Invitation
A Mission Rooted in the Rogate
Their mission is rooted in the Rogate, the Gospel invitation to pray to the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into His harvest. Inspired by this charism, the Rogationists promote a culture of vocations in the Church while dedicating themselves to the education and formation of young people and to the care of the poor, orphans, and those in need.
Vocation
Promotion
Education &
Formation
Pastoral Ministry &
Evangelization
Service to the Poor
and the Needy
A Mission
Without Borders
Today, the Rogationists carry out their mission in communities and missions across five continents, continuing the work of St. Hannibal through vocation promotion, education, pastoral ministry, evangelization, and service to those most in need.
ASIA
AFRICA
EUROPE
NORTHAMERICA
SOUTHAMERICA
Our Presence in the Philippines
November
1976
The Rogationist began their missionary presence in the Philippines.
Promoting a culture of vocations and assisting poor children
Establishment of seminaries and formation centers
Development of schools and educational institutions
Pastoral care through parishes and ministries
Charitable works and service to communities in need
Through faith, zeal, and compassion, the Rogationists continue the mission of St. Hannibal - to pray for vocations, to form hearts and minds, and to serve with love.