Silver Jubilee Celebration
On
5th April 2024 at 11:00 a.m., a thanksgiving Eucharist was celebrated to mark
the Silver Jubilee of Gnana Deepalaya, the Formation House in Eluru. This
cradle of the Province has nurtured many young Formees in their Religious
Formation. The celebration, joined by Sisters, LASA members, and benefactors,
was a moment of deep gratitude to the Most Holy Trinity. Fr. Joji, Rector of
PIME Seminary, presided over the Jubilee Mass, during which the history of the
house and the pioneering roles of Sr. Violantina and Sr. Clarissa were recalled
with appreciation. Sr. Showrilu, the Provincial Superior, led the symbolic
offering of seeds and saplings, praying for future vocations. The event
concluded with the jubilee cake-cutting, a festive meal, and joyful memories cherished
by all.
FORMATIVE ENCOUNTERS
The Formation
Commission of ATRCRI organized a seminar titled “Psycho-Spiritual Wellbeing in
Formation” from October 25th to 27th, 2024, at Jeevan Jyothi, Begumpet,
featuring Fr. Gregory Pinto, SVD, as the key resource person. He emphasized the
importance of Attraction, Generosity, and Willingness to grow in the formation
process. He also focused on unmet or un- sublimated needs, particularly sexual
needs, and their impact on psychological maturity, motivation, and
spirituality. The seminar fostered
valuable connections among Formators from different Congregations and provided
a collaborative space to share experiences and explore solutions. Thanks to Sr.
Showrilu for facilitating this enriching opportunity to our Formators to enhance
their formative mission.
Social Exposure Programme
As part of the Postulancy Syllabus, the Postulants undertook a Social Exposure Programme to experience the Church’s mission in a rural setup. After a day of fasting prayer on January 9, the seven postulants, accompanied by their formator Sr. Joseline, set out to Gopavaragudem on January 11, 2025. There, they joyfully catechized children aged 4 to 10, prayed the rosary, and engaged them in games. They also visited seven nearby substations, prayed with 180 families, and joined in Mass and rosary in each village. From January 20 to 25, they visited the substations of Prakash Nagar and Gavaravaram, preparing children for Baptism and praying with families. This programme deepened their compassion, strengthened their zeal, and made them grateful for God's grace and protection throughout.
Get
together for Junior Sisters- 2023
Ten
Junior Sisters gathered at Gnana Deepalaya for their renewal programme from
24th April to 3rd May, 2023. They attended sessions on various topics,
including Communication Skills, Catechetics and Evangelization, Communion in
Community, and Social Media and Social Realities. On 28th April, the day of
recollection was animated by Sr. Clarissa, who highlighted the three gifts of
the Risen Jesus: Peace, Power, and Love. On 29th April, they renewed their vows
for another year. On the same day, they shared their joy with the inmates of
the Leprosy Colony.
Seven young Sisters had a
get-together at St. Ann’s Formation House, Eluru, from 4th to 7th May, 2023. The
theme chosen was “To be Renewed in the Spirit of Your Minds.” It was a time for them to rejoice in the
graces received, to recognize God’s mercy in their lives, and to re-dedicate
themselves with a renewed vision to live out the Gospel value of love.
The
Junior Sisters and Young Sisters had a three-day programme from 8th to 10th
September 2023 at the Animation Centre, Gollapudi. The sessions were guided by Sr.
Clarissa, Sr. Leesamma, and Sr. Pushpa. They received support for personal
growth, Community life, and were also taught some basic counseling skills.
A
Training Programme on Youth Ministry was conducted by the Salesian Priests in
Hyderabad from 2nd to 7th October, 2023. Sr. Jyothsna S. and Sr. Joseline had
the joy of participating in it. Various resource persons covered topics such as
Scriptural and Theological Foundations, Understanding Youth Culture, Techniques
in Youth Ministry, and more. They also had the opportunity to listen to some
young people and learn about their expectations. It was an enriching experience.
Entrance Into Postulancy 2022-23
