SVD Laudato Si' Farm—Tagaytay

Tagaytay City—In a recent publication of the International Journal of Technical Vocational and Engineering Technology (IJTVET), a study titled "Factors Affecting Destination Loyalty: The Case of An Ecotourism Farm" shed light on the dynamics of ecotourism and destination loyalty within the context of the behavior of visitors to the SVD Laudato Si’ Farm. The study, published in IJTVET last December 28, 2023, was authored by Rev. Fr. Dennis B. Testado, SVD, currently from the Holy Name University, and Rev. Fr. Samuel Agcaracar, SVD, Rector of the SVD Tagaytay Community, Executive Director of the SVD Farm, and Director of the Divine Word Institute of Mission Studies (DWIMS)

Tagaytay City —In an inspiring display of appreciation and recognition, the SVD Laudato Si’ Farm conducted its first-ever SVD Farm Awards during the institution’s Christmas Party last December 27, 2023, held at the St. Peter Fishpond and Gazebo.

Tagaytay City— Amidst the festive spirit of the Christmas season, the SVD Laudato Si’ Farm community and their families gathered for a heartwarming Christmas Party on December 27, 2023.

Tagaytay City —Across nine blessed evenings, the SVD Laudato Si’ Farm celebrated Simbang Gabi at the Chapel of the Virgin of the Poor, from December 15 to December 23, 2023. Each Holy Mass, each conducted at the Chapel at 5:30 PM, was presided over by a priest from the SVD Tagaytay Community and attended by sponsors and the general public. At the end of each Mass, simple snacks were served for attendees.

Tagaytay City —During the four Saturdays preceding each Sunday of Advent, the SVD Laudato Si' Farm hosted a series of four recollections, during which attendees reflected about the themes of the Advent season. Each Saturday began with a discussion of the upcoming Advent Sunday's theme at the St. Peter Fishpond and Gazebo at 8:00 AM, followed by the Holy Mass at 10:00 AM at the Chapel of the Virgin of the Poor.

Tagaytay City —The SVD Laudato Si’ Farm celebrated the Holy Mass last December 8, 2023, 10:00 AM, at the Chapel of the Virgin of the Poor, in honor of the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception. Presided over by Rev. Fr. Samuel “Sam” Naceno-Agcaracar, SVD, Executive Director of the SVD Farm and Rector of the SVD-Tagaytay Community, the Eucharist resonated with the community's deep veneration for the Blessed Mother. *** In his homily, Fr. Sam discussed the essence of Mariology, expressed in the four Marian dogmas—divine motherhood, perpetual virginity, immaculate conception, and assumption. These dogmas state Mary's personal relationship with God and her role in human salvation. Fr. Sam emphasized the pivotal role Mary played as the Mother of Jesus, chosen by God for a divine purpose. Reflecting on Mary's vocation at a tender age and her unwavering commitment, attendees were prompted to ponder their own life's purpose and vocation. He encouraged them to question whether ...

Tagaytay City —As comissionaries, employees of the SVD Laudato Si' Farm joined the SVD Tagaytay Community's Advent Recollection last December 5, 2023. Rev. Fr. Arlo Yap, SVD, facilitated the recollection. The event united the SVD Tagaytay Community in a celebration of faith and community and renewed their faith during the Advent season.

Tagaytay City —The SVD Laudato Si’ Farm hosted the celebration of the 54th birthday of Rev. Fr. Samuel “Sam” Naceno-Agcaracar, SVD, Executive Director of the SVD Farm and Rector of the SVD-Tagaytay Community, last December 4, 2023, at the St. Peter Fishpond and Gazebo.

Tagaytay City —The SVD Laudato Si’ Farm conducted a blessing and lighting ceremony for its Christmas Tree and Belen last December 3, 2023. The event featured song performances from the SVD Tagaytay Community Choir who regaled the attendees, including the SVD Farm's benefactors and donors, with songs significant to the seminary and to the Christmas season.