Report by: Sr Priyadarshini BS, Asst Novice Directress,
7 June 2022 was a long awaited and memorable day in the annals of Rosa Mystica Novitiate, Kinnikambla. On this great day the 19 Pre-novices clad in white, with full vigor, zeal and love for Christ in heart gathered at the portals of the power house to begin their spiritual journey and learn from the school of Jesus. The 19 entered the chapel with the lighted diyas in their hands, surrounded by the Divine presence as the choir sang Bethany anthem. The hearts of these young seekers overwhelmed with joy and deep desire to offer there tender hearts to God.
Sr. Cicilia Mendonca, the Provincial Superior of Mangalore Province initiated them to the Novitiate. Sr. Sahana the Provincial Superior of Bangalore Province broke the word and exhorted them to abide in the Lord in order to bear spirit filled and lasting fruits in the vineyard of the Lord. During the initiation ceremony they were called with new religious names and given the rule book for life and the cross of Christ which is their inseparable companion for the transformative journey.
The initiation was marked with a short felicitation programme arranged by the second year novices through their beautiful presentation ‘A transformative journey towards Christ’. The presence of Sr. Priya Rose the assistant Provincial Superior of Sourthern Province, Sr. Shalet Mendonca the Provincial Councilor of Western Province, Sr. Leera Maria the local animator of Rosa Mystica community, the sisters in the community, Sr. Monica and the candidates graced the occasion with their presence. The day remains as an unforgettable day in their lives. They are deeply grateful to Sr. Rose Celine the Superior General and all the Councilors, Sr. Preethi Prathima, Sr. Lilitta and Sr. Priyadarshini for preparing them for this great event in their lives.