Society
Of The Divine Word

VIVAT India Subzone Workshop Strengthens Advocacy and JPIC Engagement

VIVAT International India convened a national workshop at Arnold Bhavan, the SVD INH Provincial House in Hyderabad, from 31 January to 1 February 2026, followed by a specialized online session on 2 February in collaboration with the Mission Secretary in Germany. The online session focused on project implementation, management, evaluation, and reporting, providing practical tools for effective mission engagement.

A Joint Venture of the R.O.C. (Taiwan) and the Society of the Divine Word: Advancing Computer Education in Africa

December 10, 2025 marks a truly historic moment—one that may well be remembered in golden letters in the shared story of the R.O.C. (Taiwan) and the Society of the Divine Word. It represents the beginning of a transformative partnership for modern education among some of the world’s most vulnerable children. This initiative, inspired and championed by His Excellency Ambassador Anthony C. Y. Ho, stands as a testament to a vision rooted not in politics or economics, but in compassion and shared humanitarian values.

SVD Formators and Vocation Promoters Complete Two-Month Workshop in Steyl and Nemi

On 03 September, 27 SVD Formators and Vocation Promotors hailing from Indonesia, India, Vietnam, Philippines, United States of America, Slovakia, Ghana, Togo, Congo and Kenya and missioned to 18 SVD PRMs commenced their two-month workshop at Steyl. Within the first few days of the inauguration, they had a unique privilege of witnessing and participating in the memorable celebrations of 150 years of the Foundation of the Society of the Divine Word. About three weeks stay at Steyl community listening to input on the Founding Generation accompanied by guided tours and a pilgrimage to Issum-Kevelaer-Goch enlivened their religious-missionary vocation in the SVD.

VIVAT International Commemorates 25 Years with Global Justice Workshop in Geneva

Over the past twenty-five years, the founding congregations of VIVAT International—the Society of the Divine Word (SVD), the Missionary Sisters Servants of the Holy Spirit (SSpS), and eleven other member congregations—have stood together in proclaiming and promoting the Gospel values of justice, peace, and integrity of creation. What began as a humble step has since unfolded into a journey marked by growth, hope, challenges, and deep reflection. It has been a true pilgrimage: one that carries a hope that never disappoints. With vibrancy and purpose, VIVAT International continues to pursue its mission with vision and courage.

Workshop for Formators and Vocation Promoters in Spanish

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JUNE 28 – AUGUST 24, 2025; NEMI – BRIXEN – STEYL. Nineteen participants have registered for the formators and vocation promoters workshop in Spanish, at Nemi on June 26-August 24, 2025. As formation is one of the priorities of the Society, it equally important that we have qualified formators in our formation houses.

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