On 14 November 2014, 10 young and vibrant sisters from Chennai Province and 5 from Kolkata Province arrived at Sacred Heart Novitiate, Ranchi to commence their preparation to be His own forever. At their arrival a traditional welcome was given to each of them and offered a flower each. It was followed a thanksgiving moment in the Chapel for the safe journey.

The Official welcome ceremony and the inauguration of the 1^st phase of the Second Novitiate took place in the evening in the presence of the sisters of the two communities – Mazzarello Convent and Sacred Heart Novitiate. Sr. Philomena P animated the prepared prayer service on the theme “The Potter and the clay.” The sisters were reminded of the article No.98 of the Constitutions which speaks about the importance of the second novitiate. The sisters were called to reflect on the purpose and plan of the clay in the potter’s hand, and submit completely to His will, so that He will mould them to be best vessel as He pleases.

Sr. Mukta