Earthquake in Colombia and Rehabilitation Initiatives by the SVDs
On August 10, 2026, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, causing severe destruction across SVD mission areas. Over 406,000 people have been affected. As emergency relief continues, the SVDs are spearheading long-term rebuilding efforts through JPIC initiatives. We urgently invite people of goodwill to support this cause, restore hope, and make a lasting difference.
Meeting with SVD Students in Brazil Highlights Intercultural Formation and Mission Preparation
On October 17th, at the Nazaret Retreat House in Suzano, São Paulo, Brazil, we spent a morning in warm and fraternal dialogue with our SVD students. About thirteen students were present, including both novices and theologians, accompanied by their formators: Fr. Fred, Novice Master; Bro. Jairo, Formator of the Theologians; and Fr. Agostinho, Co-Formator. The gathering was moderated by Bro. Néstor Benítez, who invited each participant to introduce themselves—a process that unfolded spontaneously, beginning with the PANAM Executive Committee and followed by the students.
2nd Brotherss Assembly – PANAM
The 2nd Assembly of the Brothers of the PANAM Zone is approaching. The theme will be: “Faithful and Creative”. Memories and Perspectives of the Brothers’ Presence in the PANAM Zone and with the motto: Brothers, Faithful and Creative in a Wounded World. It will take place from August 21 to 27 at the Fatima Spirituality Center in Misiones, Argentina.
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…
