“It was not you who Chose Me, but I who Chose You” Jn. 15:16
Indeed, we are truly grateful to God for the gift of our vocation. After our Spiritual Exercises facilitated by Sr. Purisima L. Tañedo in preparation for our First Profession, we Sr. Mila Rose S. Abenis, Sr. Bea S. Collados and Sr. Emilyn M. Palma made our First Profession on 3 August 2024 at Mary Mother of the Good Shepherd Chapel in Imus City, Cavite. It was presided by Most Rev. Crispin B. Varquez, D.D, Bishop of the Diocese of Borongan and our vows were received by Sr Purisima. Our families, some sisters from the different communities and the members of the Pauline Family (SSP Fathers and Brothers and PDDM Sisters), Faculty, and friends joined us in our Celebration.
In the homily, Bishop Crispin invited us “to allow the Spirit of God to work on us freely” and quoting St. Paul to the Romans, he challenged us “I urge you by the Mercy of God to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice holy and pleasing to the Lord your spiritual worship”. He also assures us if we will be able to do this, our live will shine brightly.
In this new chapter of our lives, we ask the grace of God that we may always shine brightly wherever we are and be a living witness of Christ’s presence to all the people we encounter on our journey. As he chose us, and as we offer ourselves to Him, we may always remain faithful and be more open to the Holy Spirit to be truly formed in the life of Jesus Good Shepherd, who is the center of our lives.
This Celebration ended joyfully. We ask you dear Sister to continue to accompany us in your prayers!
Sisters Mila Rose, Bea and Emilyn
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