"The SVD Laity is a group of people or laypersons who identify themselves as followers of Saint Arnold Janssen in spirituality, charism, and mission work. They have committed themselves to support the mission of the Society of the Divine Word of the SVD Southern Province, USA, through prayer, worship, and action." (Jas, Rofinus Rev. (2018) "SVD Laity Handbook" SVD Laity Role in Society of the Divine Word Mission, USA, Bodemullers The Printer, Page 3)