On 5 May 1927, Divaldo Pereira Franco was born in Feira de Santana, Bahia. He became one of the world's greatest speakers and promoters of Spiritism and charity. Over almost eight decades of uninterrupted devotion to good, Divaldo took the message of Jesus and the spirits to more than 70 countries and took in tens of thousands of children and families at the Mansão do Caminho.
To celebrate the hundred years since his birth, the international Spiritist movement is organising the major gathering Divaldo Franco: O Semeador de Estrelas, which will take place on 1 and 2 May 2027 at the modern Centro de Convenções Salvador, on the seafront of the capital of Bahia.
The meaning of this historic gathering
Following his physical farewell on 13 May 2025, at the age of 98, this congress represents a moment of immense collective gratitude. Organised by the Mansão do Caminho together with the Federação Espírita Brasileira (FEB), the Federação Espírita do Estado da Bahia (FEEB) and the Conselho Espírita Internacional (CEI), the event is expected to bring together thousands of participants from Brazil and abroad.
All proceeds from registrations go towards maintaining the social and educational work of the Mansão do Caminho, directly continuing the work that Divaldo and Nilson de Souza Pereira began in the 1950s.
Programme highlights
The preliminary programme covers three days of intense spiritual edification:
- Friday, 30 April 2027: Reception and registration of participants, followed by a special screening of a biographical film and a themed film discussion.
- Saturday, 1 May 2027: Opening ceremony with representatives of the federations, lectures on the Psychological Series by Joanna de Angelis, reflections on the planetary transition from the perspective of Manoel Philomeno de Miranda, as well as artistic and musical moments.
- Sunday, 2 May 2027: Opening prayer by the FEB, studies on the message of Amélia Rodrigues and Francisco de Assis, round tables with stories of overcoming adversity and a closing keynote lecture.
Useful registration information
The organisers have arranged for tickets to be sold through the official digital platform in successive batches, along with a solidarity ticket option to support the participation of volunteers and people on low incomes. Please note the minimum age of 16.
Experiencing the centenary with the Guatambu Travel caravan
Attending an event of this size in a busy capital such as Salvador is much safer and more pleasant when you travel in a structured group:
- Guaranteed accommodation: Booking in well-reviewed hotels close to the seafront and the Centro de Convenções.
- Exclusive transfers: Punctual transport to all the event sessions and to the guided visit to the Mansão do Caminho.
- Cultural outings: Time to enjoy Bahian cuisine, the breeze of Praia da Armação and the history of the Pelourinho, with full assistance.
- Fraternal company: Travelling among people who share the same spirit of peace and learning.
Register your interest with Guatambu Travel
Guatambu Travel is putting together a special caravan departing from Porto Alegre for the Centenary in Salvador. Visit our expeditions section or register your interest through our WhatsApp and contact page.
Sources and references
- Mansão do Caminho: official channel of the Divaldo Franco Centenary (mansaodocaminho.com.br/centenario-divaldo-franco).
- Conselho Espírita Internacional (CEI): announcement of the international centenary congress.
- Federação Espírita Brasileira (FEB): centenary commemorative schedule.
