List Of Divine Stories

One of the 4 SVD martyrs, killed during World War II and beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1999, was Bl. Bro. Grzegorz (Gregory) Bolesław Frąckowiak. Read the story of his life and his heroic death.

Four-week mission trip across Southern Africa, experiencing the joys and challenges of missionary life in Botswana and Mozambique. Through community service, spiritual reflection, and cultural immersion, reinforcing commitment to missionary vocation.

When Divine Word Father Jerome Ziliak passed, his vision lived on through his niece-by-marriage, Mary Ellen. Inspired by his service in India, she's created a children's book series like "Tiny Teak," teaching values of respect and purpose. Her work ensures his legacy continues to inspire and educate future generations.

Divine Word Missionaries Elect New Leaders at 19th General Chapter. Over 150 delegates gathered in Nemi, Italy, for critical discussions and leadership elections. They also met with Pope Francis, who urged them to spread peace and hope globally.

At Divine Word Missionaries, we are humbled and overjoyed to announce a transformative bequest from the late Walter Leo and Jo-Anne Joyce.

As the season of gratitude approaches, we warmly invite you to become part of a cherished tradition that brings hope and joy to families in need.

Once every two years, there’s a buzz going around the Divine Word Residence at Techny, followed by a competitive spirit in the air.

On Sunday, September 8th, the Society of the Divine Word also known as Divine Word Missionaries, began celebrating the 150th anniversary of its foundation.

Father Piotr Nawrot SVD, a musicologist who specializes in Mission Baroque received an honorary doctorate from the Catholic University of America (CUA) on May 11, 2024.

This past May for Mother’s Day, a local florist donated flowers worth a few hundred dollars to be given to the women of St. Thomas and Risen Lord parishes in West Virginia. The florist recognized the good works being done by Father Thien Duc Nguyen SVD and his parishioners.