First day of our Global Assembly in Rome
On October 10th, we gathered at the Ergife Palace Hotel for our global assembly, which took place immediately following the Jubilee of Consecrated Life. Approximately 95 Missionaries of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (MSCs) from various parts of the world came together for this significant event. The theme for the day was Our Hope as Consecrated Women. We started our day with morning prayers. Our General Superior, Sr. Eliane Azevedo Da Silva, warmly welcomed everyone to the assembly. Her opening remarks set a positive tone for the day, emphasizing the importance of unity and shared hope in our consecrated lives.
Our General Superior, Sr. Eliane Azevedo Da Silva, giving opening remarks
Following the welcome, we had the privilege of listening to a captivating presentation by Sr. Gloria Lilian Franco Echieverri. A member of the Order of the Company of Mary Our Lady (ODN). Sr. Gloria spoke on the theme of Women Witnesses of Transforming Hope. Her insights were both inspiring and empowering, highlighting the vital role of women in fostering hope and transformation within communities.
“This is time for walking confidently in the hands of God and the time to contemplate the lives of our patron saints who did a lot through their Faith in God and always had their gaze fixed in Jesus..........”
In the afternoon, Dr. Lucetta Scaraffia presented her book, “Il Sacro Cuore Di Gesù e Madre Cabrini”. She provided a concise summary of the book's contents, exploring the spirituality of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mother Cabrini’s deep devotion to it. Dr. Scaraffia’s presentation offered a profound understanding of the intertwining of faith and devotion in our spiritual journey.
The day continued with a Eucharistic celebration presided over by Fr. Nibin Palatty SDV, which was a meaningful and uplifting experience for all attendees. Following the service, we enjoyed a delightful dinner together.The first day of our assembly concluded with a community space for cultural presentations. This segment featured dancing and the sharing of gifts, showcasing the rich diversity and vibrant cultures of our global community. It was a joyous end to a day filled with spiritual enrichment and communal bonding.
