Certainly! Here are some well-known Catholic missionaries throughout history:
St. Francis Xavier (1506-1552): One of the original members of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), he is known for his missionary work in India, Japan, and the Maluku Islands. He is considered one of the greatest missionaries in Christian history.
St. Paul the Apostle (c. 5-67 AD): Although not a missionary in the modern sense, St. Paul traveled extensively throughout the Roman Empire, spreading Christianity and establishing churches.
St. Junípero Serra (1713-1784): A Spanish Franciscan missionary who founded several missions in California, he played a significant role in the Spanish colonization of the region.
St. Therese of Lisieux (1873-1897): Known as "The Little Flower," she is recognized for her "little way" of spirituality. Although she did not travel as a missionary, her writings inspired many and she is considered a patroness of missionaries.
St. Damien of Molokai (1840-1889): A Belgian priest who dedicated his life to caring for lepers on the island of Molokai in Hawaii. His work brought attention to the plight of those suffering from leprosy.
St. Isaac Jogues (1607-1646): A Jesuit missionary in North America, he worked among the Huron and Iroquois peoples. He was martyred for his faith and is one of the North American Martyrs.
St. Kateri Tekakwitha (1656-1680): The first Native American saint, she was a Mohawk woman who converted to Christianity and became a missionary among her people.
St. John de Brebeuf (1593-1649): Another Jesuit missionary, he worked with the Huron people in Canada and is also one of the North American Martyrs.
Mother Teresa (1910-1997): Although more contemporary, she is known for her missionary work through the Missionaries of Charity, serving the poorest of the poor in India and around the world.
St. Alberto Hurtado (1901-1952): A Chilean priest and social worker who founded the Hogar de Cristo, a charity that helps the poor in Chile.
These missionaries have made significant contributions to the spread of Christianity and have had a lasting impact on the communities they served.