For five decades, the IET has been offering a theological formation based on the study of the Sacred Scripture in dialogue with the present. To properly celebrate 5O years of a beautiful theological adventure, the Institute organized a symposium entitled Theology, Identity and Relevance between the 12th and 14th February. Five speakers described how theology has evolved in their respective linguistic areas - Germany, Spain, Great Britain, Italy and the Netherlands - since the IET's foundation.

In all, the Institute for Theological Studies has trained 1 350 regular students, including 1 200 priests. 504 students graduated with a bachelor's degree, 205 with a master's degree and 17 with a doctorate in theology. Ten former students were ordained bishops.

To commemorate the event, a book was also published : L’Institut d’études théologiques (IET) de Bruxelles. Chronique d’un demi-siècle (1968-2018) by Fr. Xavier Dijon SJ et Bernard De Plaen.

To get your copy, kindly visit www.iet.be or www.editionsjesuites.com.