Theological and spiritual formation is now available to major superiors in Windhoek, Namibia, with the opening of the Sophia Institute for Theological Studies and Spiritual Formation.
The initiative, led by Sr. Anne Arabome, SSS, aims to address the growing demand for educational opportunities for Catholic women religious across Africa, as the continent experiences a surge in religious vocations.
Sr. Anne, a member of the Sisters of Social Service of Los Angeles, founded the Sophia Institute to provide essential theological, scriptural, spiritual, and leadership formation to women who often lack access to higher education in pastoral care.
She highlighted the significant need for such programmes, especially in Southern Africa, where many women religious are dedicated to serving the poor and marginalised without adequate formation support.
The Sophia Institute offers virtual courses for women religious across Southern Africa, including in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Lesotho, at a minimal financial cost.
Sr. Anne’s experience and expertise, including a PhD in Systematic Theology from the University of Roehampton and a Doctorate in Ministry and Spirituality from Catholic Theological Union, underpin the quality of the formation programmes. The initiative also draws on African values and Ignatian spirituality to empower the participants and enhance their mission of service.
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