Message from the President on the next IACM General Assembly
Rome, 3 March 2026
Dear Friends
I am happy to announce that the next General Assembly will take place from Monday 8th to 13th of February 2027 at the Divine World Institute of Mission, Tagaytay (Philippines).
The theme of the congress is Artificial intelligence and the fate of humanity: the challenges for mission in the age of transhumanism/post humanism.
The speakers include Prof. Agnes Brazal from the Philippines, Mr. Victor Lam from Singapore, Mr. Lawrence Chong from Hong Kong, Bp. Samuel Agcaracar, SVD of the Diocese San Jose, and Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David of the Diocese of Kalookan.
After the first day of arrival (February 8th), the following three days and one half are for the academic program; on the afternoon of the February 11th we will have the election of the new board of IACM. On Friday 12 of February, for those who wish, we propose a cultural exposure and excursion. February 13 is the day of departure.
More info will follow about the program.
Please proceed to this link to complete the pre-registration form, which include the indication of the costs. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlISLC0StJFM-3tBtUjvR4gcOSPorUTqGhP7wpbEs8LqyUwQ/viewform
This invitation is valid even for persons who did not renew their membership, but are qualified. Our Board have decided that in the General Assembly we will propose a different way to become or remain members of our Association.
We suggest you may approach your religious communities or schools of theology or dioceses to support your travel expenses, in case you cannot personally afford them. We are looking for support to minimize accommodation and other organizational expenses for those who cannot afford them.
However, we are also well aware that, differently from the past, is ever more difficult to secure support for institutions and agencies. Consequently, we invite all to responsibly look personally for support.
Looking forward to hearing from you and assuring you of our prayers and closeness in all your activities.
Fr. Gianni Criveller Roberto Catalano
giannicriveller@gmail.com catalano0805@gmail.com
IACM President IACM Secretary General