Society
Of The Divine Word

The inauguration was led by Fr. Tomy Thomas, SVD, Provincial Superior of the India Mumbai Province, who welcomed guests and presided over the blessing rite. The occasion was made even more special by the attendance of all the SVD Provincials and Regional Superior from across the India subzone:

• Fr. Ignatius Santuraja (India Hyderabad Province)
• Fr. Maria Paulraj (India Central Province)
• Fr. Anuranjan Bilung (India Eastern Province)
• Fr. Jeevan Kennady (Regional Superior, India Guwahati Region)

Their presence signified the unity and collaborative spirit within the SVD family and their shared vision for forming future generations in Gospel values.

Also present were numerous SVD priests, clergy from nearby parishes, religious sisters from neighboring communities, lay collaborators, benefactors, and members of the lay partners of the SVD (DDW),  all gathered in a spirit of thanksgiving and hope.

Located in a growing educational corridor of the city, St. Arnold Degree College (Andheri East, Mumbai) aims to offer not only academic excellence but a values-based education that integrates faith, reason, and service to society. The college stands as a living tribute to St. Arnold Janssen, the SVD founder, whose vision for holistic mission included schools, science, and the sanctification of the world through learning.

This landmark event is a source of pride not only for the SVD congregation but for the Archdiocese of Bombay, as it reaffirms the Church’s role in shaping young minds for leadership rooted in Christ.