A life-changing Announcement

May 6, 2009 was a memorable day for four postulants (Albert Silos, Charito Borra, Seo Jung Ju, and Henry Angupa) because Fr. Gabby, the superior, announced to the community that they were recommended for the novitiate. Memorable, because for almost four months of journey amidst many temptations, pains and challenges they were able to persevere.  The hardships and trials make them strong and their motivation firm as they continue their journey.

An experience of healing

In order for the postulants to become more mature as they choose to embrace religious life they went through a five-day process of Psycho-spiritual Integration (PSI) in Tagaytay last May 12-16.  Their facilitator was Sister Rose, a Religious of the Good Shepherd (RGS).   The presence of Sister Rose was indeed very significant because with her help the postulants were able to process their life issues.  Indeed, the five day PSI activity was very meaningful and fruitful in healing their past.

Retreat: Vacation with God

The novices (Fr. Joseph Yang and Bon Arimbuyutan) went to Antipolo City in SEIDI for their retreat last May 18-24 in preparation for their temporary profession. Their facilitator was Rev. Fr. Bernard.  The postulants had their retreat too from May 25 until 29 in preparation for their investiture. Fr. Renante Sentillas, MI was their retreat master.

Indeed, their retreat was a vacation with God because they had ample time to pray and reflect on the Word of God. It was also a time to relax and rest in the bosom of God, re-align their life with the love of God, and, as an act of gratitude, to renew the resolve to reciprocate God’s love by loving their brothers and sisters in the community.