Golden Bells Chime at Bethany Mother House

Mangaluru, May 9, 2024: 21 Golden Jubilarians gathered at Mother House for a 13-day renewal programme that began on April 27, 2024. Reflective sessions and health tips on ‘Gowing Gracefully Old’ by Dr Lavina Noronha, spiritual integration by Sr Lillis, Paschal Mystery of Founder and Bethany by Sr Mariette, pilgrimage to Rosa Mystica Grotto, sharing of spiritual experiences, and a retreat led by Fr Thomas Karimundakal SJ were means availed for revivifying and energizing themselves to forge ahead more vibrantly during the years to come. Sr Santhosh Maria, the General Councillor was the Programme Coordinator.

The climax of the celebration was the Holy Eucharist, celebrated by Most Rev. Archbishop Emeritus Bernard Moras of Bangalore Archdiocese, presently the Administrator of Mysore Diocese, and concelebrated by five priests. In his homily, the bishop appealed to the Jubilarians to ‘Look at Christ, Listen to Christ and Learn from Christ’ thus becoming witnesses of Christ wherever they live.

The Golden Sisters were greeted, followed by the Holy Mass. Sr Rose Celine, the Superior General Sr Rose Celine felicitated the Jubilarians to the accompaniment of citation and music, with garlands and flowers, and with a gift as a token of love. She invited them to spend more time at the feet of Jesus, like Mary of Bethany, and as they move towards the Diamond Years, fix their gaze in heaven and recall what Fr Founder said: “The only unchangeable, unfailing friend, companion, and co-worker who gives you courage, health, and strength in your work is Jesus Christ, the God-man who is present in the Blessed Sacrament. He is the only solace when you are afflicted, courage when you are discouraged, and companion when you are lonely and abandoned by  others.” She thanked them for their ‘Fiat’ living for the past 50 years with love and commitment.

With the carving of the cake, to the rhythm of the Jubilee Song, and with garlands and flowers, the representatives of the entire congregation joined in applauding and complementing them on this memorable occasion.

News by: Sr Santhosh Maria BS, Bethany Generalate