The Society of the Divine Word is the largest Roman Catholic order that focuses on missionary work.
Land stewardship and community involvement mark the projects underway at the Divine Word property in East Troy, Wisconsin. Father Alexander Roedlach SVD, anthropologist and professor emeritus, reflects on their meaning and impact. » Continue Reading
Humility and desire to serve characterized Father William Seifert SVD's path to advance anthropology education and Catholic faith in Papua New Guinea. » Continue Reading
Father Gary Riebe-Estrella SVD opened doors for other Mexican American educators while advancing the understanding of intercultural theology and attending to the needs of Hispanic Catholics. » Continue Reading
As difficult as it might be to believe, the United States has homes that still do not have running water. West Virginia's St. Thomas Catholic community organizes to help one of their own families transcend that reality. Father Thien Duc Nguyen SVD writes about mission and the Well Drilling Project. » Continue Reading
To financially support our apostolate, the young missionaries in their studies and older missionaries in retirement, we accept monetary gifts from the public. We offer Gregorian Masses and the Mission Mass League and invite you to support our work through prayer and fellowship.
The Society of the Divine Word has offered charitable gift annuities for more than a hundred years. These annuities provide guaranteed income for life and the satisfaction of knowing that you help the missions as you insure your future.