{"id":28,"date":"2026-03-14T20:36:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T20:36:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/colombie\/"},"modified":"2026-07-17T14:41:27","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T14:41:27","slug":"colombia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/en_us\/colombie\/","title":{"rendered":"Colombia"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"region-narrative\">\n<div class=\"region-container\">\n<div class=\"region-text\">\n<style>.region-text ul{list-style:disc;margin:1.1rem 0 1.9rem 1.8rem;padding-left:1.1rem;}.region-text ul li{margin-bottom:.6rem;line-height:1.7;padding-left:.3rem;}.region-text blockquote.region-quote{border-left:3px solid #c9a24b;margin:1.4rem 0;padding:.4rem 0 .4rem 1.2rem;font-style:italic;color:#3a3a3a;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"region-dropcap\">The Colombian mission is led by a dynamic and growing community. The mission depends on the Viatorian Province of the United States. A legal representative guarantees legal acts on behalf of the Congregation. Following the charism of the Venerable Louis Querbes, the Viatorians work to build communities where faith is lived, deepened, and celebrated<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>In this year 2026, the community is composed of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>18 Professed religious.<\/li>\n<li>12 Associates.<\/li>\n<li>2 Postulants.<\/li>\n<li>1 Novice in formation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">Houses of Formation: the path of discernment<\/h2>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>The continuity of the vocational journey relies on structured training, provided in spaces specific to each stage:<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">San Justo House (Bogot\u00e1)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Located in a strategic residential sector of the Capital, close to services and transportation, San Justo House welcomes young men who begin their formation process: the postulants. It is a space for discernment where candidates live in community, share prayer, meals, and pastoral service, permanently accompanied by a Director of Postulants and an Administrator.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">House of Formation in Tunja<\/h2>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>In the city of Tunja, within the facilities of the San Viator School, the house of accompaniment intended for religious with temporary vows is established. In this environment of community life and study, the brothers deepen their consecration and continue their preparation for the definitive commitment to the Viatorian mission, through the proper charism of the community.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">Educational Works<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">San Viator School (Bogot\u00e1)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>With more than 60 years of history (founded in 1963), the school is a pillar of education in the capital.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Identity and Quality: A bilingual institution, certified with 5 stars in the EFQM (European Foundation for Quality Management) model.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Leadership in Well-being: The only school in Bogot\u00e1 holding both the \"Safe Environments\" and \"Great Place to Study\" labels.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Innovation in Coexistence: A pioneer in implementing the KiVa anti-bullying program (a Finnish word meaning \"against school harassment\") to ensure an environment of respect and fraternity.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">San Viator Bilingual School (Tunja)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Founded in 2016 by the Viatorians Pedro Herrera, Fredy Contreras, and Juan Carlos Ubaque, it is an educational leader in the Boyac\u00e1 region.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>International Baccalaureate (IB): A pioneer in implementing the \"Diploma Programme,\" projecting students toward global standards.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Multilingualism and Technology: Instruction in Spanish, English, and French, complemented by cutting-edge spaces such as the STEAM Lab (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and the Sensory Space (multi-sensory space).<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Emotional Development: Through initiatives such as CSV Emotion and Nursery School, a balanced education is guaranteed from early childhood.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">Parish Life<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">San Viator Parish (Bogot\u00e1)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Located in the Torremolinos sector (northern zone), the parish is a center of communion and service founded in 2012. Under the pastoral leadership of a Viatorian pastor, the emphasis is placed on the development of a Church that is both synodal and missionary.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Pastoral work includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Evangelization: Parish School of Catechesis, Emmaus Groups, and Retreats.<\/li>\n<li>Youth and Childhood: \"Semillitas,\" \"Youth Revolution\" groups, and Altar Servers.<\/li>\n<li>Social Action: Care for children with special needs, migrants, and women heads of household.<\/li>\n<li>Spirituality: Adorers of the Blessed Sacrament and Prayer and Life Workshops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">Parochial Perspective in Tunja<\/h2>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Faithful to its original charism, the community is fully invested in parochial ministry. It is currently working toward the foundation of Saint Viator Parish in Tunja, while remaining attentive to the orientations and needs of the diocesan Church.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"region-heading\">Vocational Pastoral Ministry<\/h2>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Vocational pastoral ministry is not just a search for candidates for religious life, but an accompaniment of the human and Christian growth of youth.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Foundation: it is based on the \"Ecclesiology of communion,\" where each young person is invited to discover their specific mission within the People of God.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Key Activities: retreats are held in June and November, monthly vocational days, and missionary experiences in July and December.<\/p>\n<p class=\"region-p\" data-reveal>Personalized Accompaniment: Based on a structured approach, this tailored support sustains each stage of human and spiritual growth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"region-gallery-section\">\n<div class=\"region-container\">\n<h2 class=\"region-section-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-images\"><\/i> Gallery <span class=\"accent\">Photos<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery\">\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-01.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-02.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-04.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-05.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-06.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-07.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-08.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-09.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-10.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-11.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"csv-gallery-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csviator-intl.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/colombie-12.jpeg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>La mission de Colombie est anim\u00e9e par une communaut\u00e9 dynamique et en croissance. La mission d\u00e9pend de la Province viatorienne des \u00c9tats-Unis. Un repr\u00e9sentant l\u00e9gal garantit les actes juridiques au nom de la Congr\u00e9gation. Suivant le charisme du V\u00e9n\u00e9rable Louis Querbes, les Viateurs travaillent \u00e0 susciter des communaut\u00e9s o\u00f9 la foi est v\u00e9cue, approfondie et [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":307,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"elementor_header_footer","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-28","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Colombie \u2013 Viatorians International<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Les Clercs de Saint-Viateur en Colombie. 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