What makes a modern-day hero? Self-sacrifice, courage, being true to one’s values. Those are qualities that are displayed every day by Divine Word Missionaries.
Stay informed of what’s happening within and around the Chicago Province through our press releases, feature stories and notices of Divine Word Missionaries in the news.
The Trenton Monitor, news site of the Diocese of Trenton, recognizes Father Martin Padovani SVD as he moves from New Jersey to Illinois.
Gratitude underscores Hoang Son Vu SVD's road to the Society of the Divine Word.
A childhood of material hardship and spiritual wealth characterizes Hung Cong Nguyen SVD's path to God and fulfillment.
Long Ngoc Hai Nguyen SVD, one of the Society of the Divine Word's newest members, found encouragement in stories of older missionaries.
Antz-Carly Cadet realized the call to be missionary before he was even baptized. We invite you to get to know him.
In the Chicago Catholic's jubilarian issues, they include 12 Divine Word Missionaries who celebrate anniversaries this year.
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.
Humility and desire to serve characterized Father William Seifert SVD's path to advance anthropology education and Catholic faith in Papua New Guinea.
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.
The Trenton Monitor profiles Father Martin Padovani SVD on the occasion of the 65th anniversary of his priestly ordination.