apostolate
noun
apos·to·late
ə-ˈpä-stə-ˌlāt 
-lət
1
: the office or mission of an apostle
2
: an association of persons dedicated to the propagation of a religion or a doctrine
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Many new apostolates were born from the visit of Pope John Paul II, of Saint John Paul II.
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Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Lay apostolates are classically American, reflecting the spirit of voluntary association that defines our country.
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Tim Busch,
National Review,
23 Dec. 2023
Auer was appointed director of the Spanish apostolate soon after returning from Latin America, according to the Archdiocese’s obituary.
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Cassidy Jensen,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Aug. 2022
The apostolate evolved into the nonprofit Inner City Development, co-directed by Patti and Rod Radle, who were early volunteers there.
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Elaine Ayala,
San Antonio Express-News,
18 Feb. 2022
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Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
Lay apostolates are classically American, reflecting the spirit of voluntary association that defines our country.
—
Tim Busch,
National Review,
23 Dec. 2023
Auer was appointed director of the Spanish apostolate soon after returning from Latin America, according to the Archdiocese’s obituary.
—
Cassidy Jensen,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Aug. 2022
The apostolate evolved into the nonprofit Inner City Development, co-directed by Patti and Rod Radle, who were early volunteers there.
—
Elaine Ayala,
San Antonio Express-News,
18 Feb. 2022
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“Apostolate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/apostolate. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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