A Joyous Day of Commitment: OSS Sisters Celebrate First and Final Dedication

May 8, 2025

Mangaluru, 7 May 2025 – The Holy Spirit Congregation (Opus Spiritus Sancti – OSS) marked a momentous occasion on 7th May 2025 at Infant Mary Church, Bajjodi, Mangaluru, as two sisters made their First Dedication (Temporary Profession) and seven others their Final Dedication (Perpetual Profession).

First Dedication:

Sr. Malshila
Sr. Jaya Thomas

Final Dedication:

Sr. Anita
Sr. Gracy
Sr. Kavita
Sr. Savita
Sr. Sunita Rani
Sr. Subhashini
Sr. Sheela

The Solemn Eucharistic Celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr. Daniel Veigas, Episcopal Vicar for Religious, Diocese of Mangaluru, and concelebrated by Rev. Fr. Dominic, Parish Priest of Infant Mary Church, along with Rev. Fr. Cyril and Rev. Fr. Vincent, MSFS.

During the Holy Mass, Sr. Arogya Mary, the Regional Superior (Provincial Superior), along with Sr. Olga Noronha (SIW), the formator of the Opus Spiritus Sancti, officially received the dedications and warmly welcomed the sisters into the OSS community with joy and reverence.

Following the Eucharistic celebration, a felicitation programme was held in the church hall, where the newly dedicated sisters were honored in the presence of the congregation. The day concluded with a fellowship meal, making it a celebration of unity, joy, and gratitude.