“Through us, we will know the heart of God in the choice of our
province leader.”
The day for the election started with a dialogue with the sisters
nominated. In contrast with yesterday
which was a time for communion with God in silence, today the delegates were
given the time to engage in sacred conversation with the nominees in the
context of sacred space. This was an
opportunity to ask the nominees questions as part of the process of
discernment. Sr. Guadalupe told the
capitulars to allow themselves to be surprised by the Spirit.
The election was held in the afternoon
presided by Sr. Brigid Lawlor, Congregational Leader. She emphasized that this was not a political
time but a sacred time that required silence. The ballots were cast after the roll call of capitulars. Sr. M. Regina
Kuizon was elected provincial. Great joy
filled the chapter hall and the sisters excitedly shared the good news.
As part of the preparation for the election
of councillors the following day, Sr. Brigid clarified their role of assisting
the province leader. Sr. Cecilia and the members of her council both apostolic and
contemplative, then shared on their experiences. It was an experience of sacred space as they shared
their struggles, learnings and joys for the past years of assuming their role.
The day ended with a mass presided by Fr.
Antonio Pernia, SVD. He invited the
group to bless Sr. Regina at the end of the mass as he read the prayer of St.
Paul.
- Sr. M. Teresita Figueroa
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| AM. Conversation with Sr. Alicia | |
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| AM. Conversation with Sr. Ananita | |
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| AM. Conversation with Sr. Corazon | |
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| AM. Conversation with Sr. Regina |
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| PM. Congratulations! | |
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