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“During
the three weeks, we, the Sisters of temporary vows shared in an
atmosphere of trust and openness.
It was a great way to tour
Madagascar
,
Senegal
,
France
,
Canada
and Haïti. We
marvel at having been
given the opportunity to live in the historical
setting of our Foundress, of having been granted the possibility
to
explore the sacred story of her life, the charism she bequeathed us and
to re-examine
the evangelical counsels. Through the entire experience we
were made more acutely conscious of our
commitment to be witnesses of
Christ’s love at the heart of humanity.”
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Sr
Venise
Eustache,
Sr Victorine Rasoarimalala,
Sr Arlette Rasolofonirina,
Sr
Germanie Point Du Jour |
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“Our
international experience has awakened us to the rich components of our
charism. It has helped us appreciate the values inherent in all cultures
which inspire us with audacity and greater openness to risk new
ventures.
The concern regarding our responsibility to work for new recruits in the
Congregation was reawakened. Moreover, this international
experience has energized us to accept our distinctive identities
while building a lifestyle of simplicity based on dialogue and respect.
Through
her entire lifetime, Mother St. Louis was challenged by enormous
difficulties. Her strong faith sustained her to the very end. We have
come to understand better those circumstances under which certain
statements were made. This
re-awakened awareness invites us to a greater love for our country.
The session has deepened the perception of our identity as an international congregation. This reality is an
invitation to conversion and the acceptance of our mutual
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Sr
Eugénie Rasoarivololonihant,
Sr Marie
Carol Pierre Vilus,
Sr
Myrlène Charlemagne,
Sr Marie Yvelle Brunache |
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“To
have lived out our internationality in an atmosphere of sharing,
openness, acceptance, listening, trust, respect of difference is a great
joy for us. We were given the opportunity to deepen further the meaning
of the charism bequeathed to us by our Mother Foundress, the vows that
mold us into givers of life and community lived out in authenticity and
love. Among the amazing fruits gleaned during the retreat is the
strength that Mother St. Louis obtained through the sacraments, God’s
presence in children, and a well-ordered rhythm of daily living.
We
are now fired with the desire to let go of our crutches to launch out
again with renewed confidence on the road we have chosen. We want to
pursue our commitment as each day, we create newness in our life and thereby contribute to the wellness of our
communities."
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Sr
Béatrice Rokhy Sarr,
Sr Perpétue Irilan Maxime,
Sr Odette Rasolonirina,
Sr
Myrtha Civil
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“Women,
disciple of the Risen One, with a passion for a new world, do you love
me more than…” “Release the riggings, hoist the
sails, launch into the deep and throw out your nets.”
“Such are the life-giving words that became the «leitmotif»
of our international session in Vannes where Jesus invited us to embark
with him and listen to the wind of the Spirit. We were given to
understand that life together depends on the collaboration of each. To
share and accept the truth is an excellent means to contribute to its
communal well-being. The world needs the witness of community for its
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May the name of charity that we bear be lived out in the
spirit of atonement willed by Mother St. Louis.
We
thank each of you for continued prayer that accompanied us during
this
session. Many thanks to you, members of the International Formation
Team. Misaotra indrindra, djardieërf, mèsi anpil
(thank you very much)
to Sister Geraldine Hagel,
our general
Superior
for being present among us during
the entire international
experience.”
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Sr
Caroline Sambou, Sr
Rose-Gercy Charles,
Sr Aimée-Christine Rasolonirina, Sr
Énoze Edmy.
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