On September 7, Alba Romero Gangonells officially began her novitiate. The International Novitiate Community in Chicago were joined on line by Núria Callaghan, Provincial of Spain, Suzanne Cooke, Provincial of USC, Sally Brennan and members of her former community in Bilbao, Spain, Asunta Clausen, Mariado Górriz, Paqui Rodríguez, Alejandra De la Riva, and Patricia Hevia. The Opening Ceremony was a joyous celebration of this next step in Alba’s journey and our ongoing journey in becoming One Body across the world.
Later, off line, Mass was celebrated by Fr. Brian Barrons M.M and Anna Csókási, Novice Director presented Alba with her cross and a copy of the Constitutions. Mass was followed by a relaxed lunch together.
Section |International News|Vocation & Youth Ministry
Province |Spain|United States and Canada