Mary Mother of the Poor's Mission is to seek holiness in evangelizing & working with the poor through the intercessions of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

To relieve poverty by providing food and other basic supplies to persons of low income, by establishing, operating and maintaining shelters for the homeless, and by providing counseling and other similar programs to relieve poverty.

To coordinate health care & social services for people with debilitating diseases, illnesses and conditions including aging.

To advance and teach the religious tenets, doctrines, observances and culture associated with the Roman Catholic faith.

To help youth develop their talents and to become good citizens.

In 1996, while praying one day, Fr. Fernando Suarez was blessed with a vision. In the vision, Jesus was pouring out many graces and blessings upon Fr. Fernando, and as he received His graces and blessings, he saw multitudes of poor children begging for help. He did not understand the vision then, but its image remained in his heart.

In 1997, during a two-week visit to the Philippines, at least ten poor children approached Fr. Fernando, asking for his support especially in their studies. Trusting in the Lord, he began sending money earned from giving recollections and retreats during his Christmas and summer holidays.

The Good Lord continued to bless this ministry and it has now become a foundation. With the help of the Companions of the Cross, and friends who support and share this vision, the foundation was able to grow and flourish.