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.
“A Silent Cry”: Pope Leo XIV Addresses the Crisis of Digital Addiction
In a compelling video message sent on November 7, 2025, to Italy’s 7th National Conference on Addictions, Pope Leo XIV issued an urgent call to the Church and society to confront the rising tide of digital dependency.
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
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.
Pope Tells Journalists: “Disarm Words to Help Disarm the World”
Vatican City | May 12, 2025 – Pope Leo XIV met with hundreds of media professionals gathered in Rome for the Conclave, urging them to embrace a form of communication that fosters peace, dignity, and truth in a fractured world.
Three-Day International Workshop on AI for SVD-SSPS Successfully Concluded
A three-day international workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the Divine Word Missionaries (SVD) and the Sisters Servants of the Holy Spirit (SSpS) concluded today, marking a successful exploration of AI’s potential in communication ministry…
Second International SVD Lay Partners workshop kicks off with enthusiasm
The Second International SVD Lay Partners Workshop started on February 18th with a clear focus on its goals and activities. Thirty-eight lay partners from 21 countries, representing 25 PRMs, are participating.
The first national meeting of Misioneros Laicos del Verbo Divino (MLVD)
The first national meeting of Misioneros Laicos del Verbo Divino (MLVD) occurred in Medellin on January 5-8, 2024. In attendance were 25 participants from SVD-administered parishes in the Province…
St. Arnold Janssen Bible Center’s Mission
The St. Arnold Janssen Bible Center, a collaborative effort between the Divine Word Missionaries (SVD) and the Holy Spirit Sisters (SSpS) in Ruteng Flores West, was established in 2020 in response to a challenge from Ruteng Bishop, Mgr. Siprianus Hormat. With more than a century of service in Flores, both religious congregations sought to address the apparent disinterest in the Bible among the Catholics in Ruteng Diocese.
