Who We Are
Divine Word Missionaries preach the Gospel and share the Word of God by living, working, teaching, and sharing with others in many areas of global ministry. We are the largest international missionary congregation in the Catholic Church. Our mission is "a giving of ourselves to others."
Is God Calling You
Feeling called to vowed religious life? We are here to help you figure it all out and walk with you on an amazing journey.
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Come and See
There's no better way to get to know us than to come and see for yourself! Visit an SVD formation house and get a taste of life as an SVD candidate.
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Community Living
One joy of life as a Divine Word Missionary is community life. Each group is intentionally formed to be inter-cultural and inter-generational.
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Diverse Mission leads to vocations
Divine Word Missionaries featured in popular Catholic publication
What makes The Society of the Divine Word the right place for men discerning a missionary vocation? For some, it's a diverse membership and ministry throughout the world. Our Sunday Visitor is sharing our story. Click the link below to what feels right to three of our young members.
We'd Love to Hear From You
His mission is Our mission...Is it Yours? Let’s find out together!