Ad Gentes (Decree on the Mission Activity of the Church)
Ad Gentes
Authority: Second Vatican Ecumenical Council
Official Summary & Scope
Decree outlining the missionary nature of the Church, sent by Christ to preach the Gospel to all nations.
Opening Proclamation (Incipit)
"Ad Gentes expounds the theological foundations of missionary work, inculturation, and formation of local churches across Asia, Africa, and the Americas."