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Technology and Social Media in the SSpS

Today’s morning session was dedicated to “Technology and Social Media in the SSpS – A continuing journey of discovery and adventure”.  Sr. Marides Santos, head of the communication office in Rome, gave us a broad and stunning introduction into the world of Information Technology. It was significant, though, that she...

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The Youth of Today

Who is the youth of today? In which context do today’s young people live? What are the crucial issues in working with the youth? And how does it affect our approach in formation? These were some of today’s basic questions. We explored them not only in reflection, but especially in...

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Jesus the Model Companion

During the past two days we were privileged to journey with Fr. Lukas Jua SVD, provincial superior of the province of Flores-Ende. Fr. Lukas, a bible expert, generously shared with us his rich knowledge of and love for the Scriptures, as we explored together the theme of “formation as companionship”...

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Companioning towards Communion

As we came together for our session this morning, we were invited to share our learnings and insights from yesterday. However, what came up instead were questions; questions evoked by our sharing on best practices and experiences in the different levels of formation all over the globe. By this time,...

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Our Best Practices in Formation

Remember one of our expectations on the seminar? We wanted to learn from each other’s experiences. And, straight away, on the first working day, this expectation was put into the focus of our gathering. What are our “best practices”? And why are they effective? With these questions, we were sent...

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Solemn Opening of the Seminar

The 5th International Formator Seminar hosted by the Province of Timor is the first congregational event ever to take place in the huge and diverse island country of Indonesia. Particularly our sisters in Kupang and the community of Bello, where the event takes place, have put a lot of effort...

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About the Seminar

Theme:  Formation Ministry – Companioning toward Communion Focus:   Revitalize our call and commitment as SSpS today Icon:     Jesus the Good Shepherd Scripture Text: “I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd gives his life for his sheep.”    Jn 10: 10-11 / Jn 21: 16 / Jn 10: 1-5 Goals...