Tag Archive | Renewal of Profession

‘Yes’ to you, Lord!

May31

RANCHI: Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift.  (2 Cor 9:15) On 23 May 2025, in Sacred Heart Novitiate, Ranchi, the peaceful morning dawned for the 13 temporary professed sisters, as they decided once again to renew their love and commitment to the lord with joy and gladness. Sisters were honoured with the brooch and were led in procession towards the altar with flowers. The Eucharistic banquet was presided over by Fr. Nirmal Pratab Beck OCD. During the homily, he highlighted the importance of being privileged and called by the Lord and to live more faithfully the evangelical vows. Rev. Sr. Leelamma Palliparambil, Provincial, the delegate of the Superior General, welcomed the 13 temporary professed sisters with a garland after the renewal of their vows to live their commitment in joyful fidelity. After the Mass, followed by a short felicitation programme.

Report by Sr. Mariyana Oliva Lakra

A glimpse from the courageous ‘yes’ of the young people to the Lord “ Here I am you called me” on 24 May 2021

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  • Expression of gratitude to God for the gift of His call ” Come and follow me”
  • Felicitation of the Perpetually Professed
Perpetual Profession of the Salesian Sisters at Auxilium Aspirantate, Barasat
First Profession at Mazzarello Convent, Ranchi
Renewal of THE Religious Profession at Auxilium Convent , New Chumta
  • Renewal of the Religious Profession at Auxilium- Aspirantate, Barasat
Vestition at Auxilium Aspirantate, Barasat
Felicitation of the Novices

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.

Reported by First year Novices

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FIAT RENEWED…

May30

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On 22nd May was a very blessed day for these eight juniors: Sr. Francis Lourdu Prema, Sr.Minj Sandhya Sudha, Sr. Marak Mary Siljera, Sr. Tigga Neera, Sr. Nayak Ranjita, Sr. Nayak Rinki, Sr. Thapa J. Dominica and Sr.Maria Louis Suzan as they renewed their vows in the hands of Provincial. Sr. Rose Ezarath, during the  holy Eucharist at 6.30 am at Sacred Heart Novitiate Ranchi. Sisters were led  for the Holy Eucharist with an entrance  dance holding lilies in their hands which were placed at the foot of the altar. The celebrant Fr. Shilanand Kerketta in his homily invited the participants to be a sign of God’s love to everyone and especially to the young. Being the Trinity Sunday we were also invited by the celebrant to be united with Jesus like the Holy Trinity. After the homily the sisters renewed their vows and were welcomed once again in the Institute. With joy in our hearts we were determined to live our consecrated life to the full carrying God’s love in our hearts, His wisdom in our lips and Holy Spirit in our actions.

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By Sr. Dominica Thapa