SVD LAY ASSOCIATES

 

The SVD Lay Associates in Linda Parish Lusaka, Zambia was launched on the 29^th of April 2017 by the Parish Priest Fr. Lawrence Likulano, SVD. The group started with few members but as time went on, people started to show interest in coming to know more about what the group was all about. From the very beginning, members were encouraged to join the group out of their free will. In other words, members must be self- motivated and willing to live the charism of the Society of the Divine Word.

Since then, the members have committed themselves to the SVD Spirituality and there has been a lot of progress. First and foremost, members were introduced to the history of the Congregation, the founder, the SVD Family, the SVD Spirituality and Charism, different Devotions and Spiritual exercises and Bible sharings, and most importantly, how St. Arnold Janssen collaborated with the laity in the establishment of the Congregation, only to mention a few.

Moreover, different SVD Priests have being invited to give talks to the group. This has motivated the group, especially by hearing different experiences from priests working in different Missions. It has helped them to live a practical life, of helping the needy in their respective communities where they live, praying for the Congregation, not all but to mention a few.

Furthermore, seeing the progress and commitment shown by the group from the time it started; the group was ready to be commissioned. The group is capable of standing on its own in carrying out their duties. As a result, the commissioning was held on the 16^th of December 2018. The total of seventeen members was commissioned as shown above. It is our hope to work hand in hand with the group, in promoting vocations, and helping the Parish wherever there is a need. Whenever there is a gathering for the Congregation, some members of the group will be attending the gatherings as well.