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What makes a modern-day hero? Self-sacrifice, courage, being true to one’s values. In Tales from the Province, you’ll read stories of determination, devotion and modern-day heroes. Stay informed of what’s happening within and around the Chicago Province.
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August 7, 2025
Religious sisters in Vietnam planted the seeds of newly professed SVD's vocation
August 6, 2025
New SVD welcomes the call to serve where he is most needed
August 5, 2025
Prayer, self-reflection keys to feeling God's presence for newly professed SVD
August 4, 2025
Newly professed SVD learns into faith at all times
July 15, 2025
Cultivating walking trails, caring for God's creation
June 19, 2025
From the Waters of Baptism to the water of physical need
June 7, 2025
Different approaches to formation give newly ordained priest a unique perspective
June 6, 2025
An advocate for justice, newly ordained priest will take experiences into new assignment
June 5, 2025
Father Cruz Enrique Colunga learns through loneliness how God accompanies him
June 4, 2025
Life experience makes Father Christian Castro empathetic to those who suffer
June 3, 2025
An appreciation of differences guides Father Betenora Bako Liba
April 16, 2025
Chicago Province devotes two days to discussing General Chapter, preparing for the future
April 16, 2025
USA SVD Formation Day: Building each other up to witness the Light
April 14, 2025
Local superiors meet to discuss mission, collaboration
January 15, 2025
Superior General reflects on the past, embraces the present and anticipates the future
November 11, 2024
A missionary's dying wish yields resources that remind children of God's love
September 3, 2024
Newly professed Joseph Simbre from Fresno to Chicago
August 30, 2024
Newly professed Miguel Romo Romo from Mexico to Chicago
August 29, 2024
Newly professed Long Cao Nguyen from Vietnam to Chicago
August 28, 2024
Newly professed Junior Jean Baptiste from Haiti to Chicago
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