The Province of Kolkata witnessed a deeply grace-filled and joyous occasion on 26 May 2026, as Sr. Anima Kujur and Sr. Martha Minj made their Perpetual Profession of religious vows at Auxilium, Barasat, dedicating their lives completely to God in the spirit of St. John Bosco and St. Mary Mazzarello.

The solemn Eucharistic Celebration began at 10:30 a.m. with a graceful entrance dance performed by the Aspirants, creating a prayerful and festive atmosphere for the sacred celebration. The Holy Eucharist was presided over by Most Reverend Emeritus Archbishop Thomas D’Souza, in the presence of priests, religious sisters, family members, friends, and well-wishers who had gathered to witness and celebrate this special moment of commitment and faith.
In his inspiring homily, Archbishop Thomas D’Souza emphasized that religious vocation is a call from God and not based on human greatness or worldly qualities. He reminded the congregation that “we are called by God not because we are rich, intelligent, or great, but because we are chosen by Him to carry out His mission.” He further explained that God chooses each person as they are and gradually moulds them according to His will and ways. Stressing the beauty of consecrated life, he said that religious vocation is a total surrender to God, where one’s life becomes deeply united with Him in love and service.
Following the homily, the rite of Perpetual Profession was conducted in a solemn and prayerful atmosphere. Sr. Anima Kujur and Sr. Martha Minj publicly professed the evangelical counsels of chastity, poverty, and obedience for life, offering themselves entirely to God and committing themselves fully to the congregation’s mission. The sacred rite was marked by deep devotion, gratitude, and joy.
After the Holy Mass, a felicitation programme was held in honour of perpetually professed sisters. The celebration was filled with joy and fraternity as the Aspirants and Postulants sang congratulation songs during the cake-cutting ceremony and expressed their happiness through vibrant cultural dances. Adding colour and cultural richness to the occasion, the Pre-Aspirants performed a beautiful Khasi dance as a symbol of joy, thanksgiving, and celebration.
The entire programme reflected the spirit of gratitude and unity among all who were present. The celebration concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Sr. Anima Kujur and Sr. Martha Minj, who expressed their sincere gratitude to God, the congregation, their families, and all those who supported them in their vocational journey.
The Perpetual Profession celebration at Auxilium Barasat was truly a grace-filled occasion, witnessing God’s faithfulness and the generous response of the two sisters to His divine call.