Verbum Dei Center of Formation - Pasig, Philippines

06/06/2026

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04/06/2026

“Count the Stars if You Can…” (Genesis 15:5)
A joyful celebration marked the centenary of Jaime Bonet Bonet, FMVD, founder of the Fraternidad Misionera Verbum Dei. The entire Verbum Dei family in Luzon—from Tagaytay, Quezon City, Manila, and Pasig—gathered at the Verbum Dei Center of Formation in Pasig on May 31, 2026.
The occasion was a triple celebration: thanksgiving for the gift of Jaime Bonet’s life on his 100th birthday, the commemoration of his 74th Sacerdotal Anniversary, and the celebration of the Solemnity of Trinity Sunday. Jaime transmitted to us not only the charism but also his deep spirituality, his intimate and familiar relationship with the Trinity as the treasure of his life, the “Quarteto de sus amores”.
The day’s theme was introduced through a video message from Anne Healy, President of Verbum Dei, who conveyed the spirit of the Centenary Celebration held in Mallorca, Spain. This was followed by a festive Eucharistic Celebration presided over by Fr. B**g Guinoo, with the homily delivered by Fr. Mike Cheong and concelebrated by Fr. Iwao Ikegami. The invitation is not only to be grateful of Jaime’s life but the challenge is to live out faithfully the charism entrusted to us.
It was an exciting moment to journey to Mallorca through a virtual pilgrimage video in honor of Jaime’s 100th anniversary. It was an inspiring virtual pilgrimage courtesy of Gelo, that allowed everyone to discover Jaime’s place of origin and the significant locations that shaped his life, vocation, and ministry.
The sharing of salo-salo meal together as a way to keep the strong bond as missionary family with the same sense of identity and belonging to Verbum Dei. The rest of the afternoon was filled with engaging activities and surprises that helped everyone to deepen their knowledge of Jaime through the Interactive Trivia games led by Dolly and Anj. The “Usapang Jaime” interview session featured missionaries Amy, Connie, and Angela shared their memorable experiences with Jaime—hosted by Jason and Shiela Delgado.
Another highlight was a video message from Catalina Morey, one of the first missionaries who founded Verbum Dei in the Philippines. She shared how Jaime profoundly influenced her vocation to follow Christ and how his witness continues to inspire her through his faithful living of the charism and the evangelical life.
“So your descendant will be..” each name written in the star is a powerful reminder that we are the promised descendants to Jaime—the fruits of his life and mission extending throughout Asia, particularly in the Philippines, Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, and Taiwan.
Indeed, as God promised Abraham, the stars continue to multiply. Through Jaime’s life, faith, and missionary zeal, countless lives have been touched and transformed, becoming living signs of God’s enduring promise and fruitfulness.

16/04/2026

✨ Welcome Gab to Catholic Family of Faith!✨

With great joy and gratitude, we share Gab’s beautiful journey of faith—how the Lord has lovingly led him home to his newfound family in the Catholic Church.
During the Easter Vigil at San Agustin Parish, near the Verbum Dei Center of Formation in Pasig, he received the Sacrament of Baptism. 🙏
Gab was accompanied by his Godparents, Jun and Chat Reandelar, together with Sr. Juvy and Carmela, who first brought him to the Verbum Dei Community three years ago.
As he begins this new life in faith as part of our Verbum Dei Missionary Family, we invite everyone to continue supporting him with our prayers and encouragement. 💛
Alleluia!

16/04/2026

✨ Easter Encounter 2026 ✨
Held at the VD Formation Center in Pasig, our Easter Encounter was a beautiful and meaningful celebration of Holy Week with the theme: “"Mahal Kita at Iniaalay ko ang Aking sarili para sa'yo!” (Galatians 2:20).
Participants from our different apostolates—couples, adults, teens, and youth, together with the Verbum Dei Family—gathered for a half-day of talks, prayer, sharing, and liturgical celebrations from Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday presided by Fr. Filipe Pardal, FMVD. Whereas, Sr. Juvy Tenorio led the overall coordination of the event.
One of the highlights was the Siete Palabras, where VD missionary disciples and Resti Bautista, one of our missionary couples shared powerful testimonies of faith. The Veneration of the Cross also became a deeply moving moment, reminding us of Jesus’ total self-giving and love.
💛 Thank you to all our VD lay missionary disciples, servant leaders, youth, and teens who collaborated in the Welcoming, Registration, Animation, Logistics, Liturgy, Music and Ukelele ministry, giving talks and sharing of their Testimonies of life.
Indeed, Christ’s love was truly alive and deeply experienced throughout the Easter Encounter!

19/02/2026

By Sr. Jen Nicolas, FMVD

04/02/2026

4 days to TIMELESS!

Join us for a meaningful evening filled with
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Register now by messaging Dolly Celeste Tan or contact us at +63 969 277 6030.

Verbum Dei Center of Formation - Pasig, Philippines

17/01/2026

Happy 63rd anniversary Verbum Dei! We remember our founder Jaime Bonet and the first pioneering missionaries, who answered God's call to go out to all peoples everywhere and make disciples. We share a short video from our President Anne Healy.

Dear Verbum Dei Missionary Family,On this 17th of January, the day of our foundation, I greet each one of you with deep gratitude and affection.Today we reme...

08/01/2026

Valentines is around the corner 💞
Contact Sr. Dolly Celeste Tan, FMVD now to register! 🥳