148th Foundation Day of the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians and the Silver Jubilee celebration of Sr. Jancy Pulickyathottil FMA

Aug16

BANDEL: The community of Auxilium Convent Bandel celebrated two great events on Wednesday 05 August 2020. During the Morning Prayer the community officially inaugurated the 148th Year of the Foundation day receiving the mandate: “I entrust them to you”.

The second reason for our celebration was the Silver Jubilee of our dear Sr. Jancy Pulickyathottil, the economer of our community. The community raised voices in thanks to God for her beautiful vocation as an FMA to the Institute and to the church through a well animated and prayerful morning prayer with fitting hymns and videos. She was felicitated soon after the prayer moments by the community with festal wishes, greetings and gifts.

The peak of the celebration was at 11.00 am with a thanksgiving Eucharistic celebration. Though we were in the lockdown period due to Covid-19 pandemic and having no Educating community present for the celebration, the sisters took up the challenge of making the day a memorable and realistic experience for Sr. Jancy. As invitees we had only six Salesians from Don Bosco and Basilica communities of Bandel. The celebration comprised of appropriate introduction, renewal of Vows, prayers of the faithful, crowing the jubilarian and significant photo session at the end.

In his homily the chief celebrant Fr. E.J. Anthony sdb, Rector of Don Bosco Bandel invited the assembly to recall and thank God for the Silver Jubilee of three “C’s” – Call, Consecration and Commission. He brought out this theme as ‘Pay it forward’ through a series of anecdotes. Paying forward is a wonderful way in which we can network with others and pass on God’s goodness and love. He gave a new meaning to the word CORONA that is a Crown for God. C – for Community, O – for Obedience (vows), R – for Rosary, O – for Oblation, N – Nun and A – for apostolate. He concluded his inspiring homily inviting everyone with the following words: “Today as we thank God for the special Call He has given to Sr. Jancy, and for the gift of her faithfulness for the past 25 years, let us ask Him through the intercession of our Blessed Mother, to enable us also to become his CORONA VIRUSES in today’s world, not bringing about death and destruction, but it’s opposite: life, and life in its fullness, of which the Wine of Cana is a symbol”.

This was followed by a Salesian style of sumptuous meal which was prepared by our sisters and house staff. Sr. Jancy was congratulated with a melodious song composed and sung by the sisters. The Salesians too exchanged their greetings with the Jubilarian. Sr. Jancy expressed her gratitude with a few words of appreciation for their brotherly presence and cordiality.

The memorable day came to a conclusion in the evening with an hour of Eucharistic adoration where all thanked the good Lord for the gift of our institute, our vocation and especially for the Jubiarians of our Province particularly Sr. Jancy. She too thanked the community generously with her words of indebtedness and gratitude for the beautiful day celebrated in her honour.

Auxilium Dum Dum celebrates Foundation Day and Diamond jubilee Celebration of Sr. Rose Mathew

Aug5

On 5th August 2020, community of Auxilium Dum Dum marked the day of Foundation of our Institute, through meaningful celebration of the Morning Prayer. The Sisters who made their first profession on 5th August were given privilege to carry the symbolic lily and place it at the feel of our Blessed Mother.

On this day we begin the 2nd year in preparation for the 150th year of our Institute. To mark this important events the theme to accept the mandate: “I ENTRUST THEM TO YOU”, Sr. Rose our Provincial carried this symbol and placed it at the feet of Mary entrusting the whole Province to her Motherly care.

The simple yet unforgettable   celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of our dear Sr. Rose Mathew was another landmark for our community and for Sr. Rose. With the Diamond crown on her head and beautiful garland around her neck the joy knew no bounds. The Junior Sisters and the House Staff doubled the joy of Sr. Rose through their songs and dance. The day was spent in the company of Our Blessed Mother giving her a guard of honour by all the community members.

A step closer to Jesus: Postulancy medal

Jul24

On 20 July 2020, fourteen of us commenced our spiritual retreat at Auxilium Aspirantate Bamunmura. The theme of the retreat was “God’s call and our response”. The Holy Eucharist and the talks were on line, preached by Fr. Augustine VC. It was based on Love for God, purpose in life and the precious call of God. We were indeed enriched by the talks of Fr.Agustine which has helped us to know and understand deeper the call to religious life. The time spent in adoration and personal prayer boosted our spiritual life to be more passionate and enthusiastic in following Jesus.

On 24 July 2020, seven of us received the postulancy medal from the hands of Sr. Rose Ezarath the Provincial. The ceremony was held in the morning integrated with the Morning Prayer which was followed by on line Mass. Sincere thanks to Mother Provincial, Superior Sr. Leelamma P., sisters and all the communities who have supported us with your prayers.

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DAYS OF BLESSINGS … Retreat, initiation to religious life, Renewal of Religious Profession

May31

Six postulants, Sr. Nirmala Tigga and Sr. Pranati Sabhasundar made their Annual Retreat from 16 – 23 May 2020 at Auxilium Aspirantate. The theme of the retreat was ‘Remain in my love’. In the introductory talk Provincial Sr. Rose Ezarath spoke about the importance of initiation into religious life focusing on the Constitutions. The presence of Provincial in spite of the lockdown and other inconveniences during the retreat days brought joy and enthusiasm to the retreatants. The holy Eucharist and the talks were on line, preached by Fr. Augustine V.C. It was centered on Love for God, purpose in life and the precious call of God. Due to Cyclone Amphan, the last two days of retreat was held in Auxilium, Barasat.

On 24 May 2020, at 7.00 am during the prayer service six postulants Alice Roseline Tirkey, Elina Minj, Nayna Agatha Kujur, Neha Beck, Neha Lucy Kujur and Ursula Kujur were initiated into religious life at Auxilium, Barasat. After the ceremony Provincial Sr. Rose Ezarath entrusted the novice to the care of Sr. Stella Potteparambil and Sr. Mary John will be the assistant till the Covid 19 lockdown ceases in the country and the novices they will stay at Auxilium Barasat.

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It was followed by the Holy Eucharist celebrated by Rev. Fr. Vivien SJ. During the homily he spoke about the role of Mary in our Institute and the mission carried out by the sons and daughters of Don Bosco. The Renewal of the Religious Profession of our three sisters Sr. Shashikanta Xalxo, Sr. Restitula  Kharpran, Sr. Namita Sabhasundar              and Sr. Pranati  Manjari  Sabhasundar   added joy to the celebrations of the day.

After the Mass the Novices and the Junior Sisters were felicitated by the aspirants. The novices expressed their sincere love and gratitude to Provincial Sr. Rose Ezarath and all the Sisters especially to Sr. Leelamma Palliparambil, the Animator and Sisters of Auxilium Aspirantate for their constant help and support.

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‘Here I am you called me’

May31

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24 May 2020 brought a note of joy in the hearts of the sisters of the Sacred Heart Novitiate and the community of Mazzarello Convent, Ranchi. The 2nd year novices Sr. Priyanka Toppo, Sr. Anima Kujur and Sr. Martha Minj answered the call of the Lord, ‘Here I am you called me’.

At 1.00 am the solemn Holy Eucharist began in the Novitiate Chapel, presided over by Rev. Fr. Hilarious Kullu the main celebrant and the rector of the Hatia Don Bosco community along with other priests Fr. Jeffry SSP, Fr. Deepak Toppo SJ and Fr. Ravi Paul Ekka a diocesan priest and the uncle of Sr. Priyanka Toppo.

During the homily the celebrant assured the sisters that they are the chosen ones of God and Precious to Him and asked them to be constantly united with the Lord, to be strengthened in their vocational journey. The vows of the three newly professed sisters were received by Rev. Sr. Lily D’Souza the animator of the Mazzarello community, the delegate of the Superior General.

After the Mass the newly professed sisters were felicitated by both the Communities followed by the fellowship meal. Due to the prevailing epidemic the atmosphere was disheartening but the love of Sr. Priyanka, Sr. Anima and Sr. Martha for the Lord and his people went beyond the present circumstances. Hats off to our three sisters for their courage ‘yes’. We wish them all the best and God’s blessings.

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REACH OUT PROGRAMME during the Coronavirus by the Auxilium Sisters (Salesian Sisters)

May9

Auxilium Response to Covid 19

Dum Dum: The Salesian Sisters popularly known as the Auxilium Sisters from the communities and schools of Kolkata, Auxilium Dum Dum, Bandel, Barasat, Bamunmura and Kalyani has been reaching out from the month of Marchto the elderly and the poor families without job, migrants and local daily wage earners who are hard hit by poverty and unemployment and  have left without basic necessities.This venture was carried out in collaboration with the Past Pupils, teachers and parents to pay attention to the emergency that requires immediate action in the period of coronavirus emergency especially the ‘Locked down’. Other communities like Nirmala Niketan – Jaigaon, Mazzarello and Novitiate from Ranchi- Jharkhand, New Delhi – H.C. Auxilium Vasant Viharand R.K. Puram, Najafgarh and Palam Gaon, St. Mary’s Geyzing – Sikkim have been reaching out to those who are in ordeal in collaboration with the parishioners, CRI and other religious communities. We distributed provision kits consisting of rice, potatoes and dhal, oil, masks detergents and other essentials. As Salesian Sisters of Kolkata Province we could reach out to more than 5000 families during this crisis. This humanitarian endeavor which began from 30 March 2020 is still being carrying out in cooperation with the government officials,Police personnel and Municipality authorities and other volunteers in many of the communities of the province.

Come let’s join our hands to reach out to our brothers and sisters who are in need of essential necessities of life during this crisis. You are welcome!

Auxilium - Response Covid 19

Auxilium Sristers response Covid 19