As of 31st March 2020
Like one-third of world citizens, a few weeks behind Italy, we are isolated in Belgium, in France, and in the Netherlands. Our elder sisters are in their rooms in nursing homes in Brussels, La Hulpe, Poitiers, Lyon, and Montpellier. Most of us are in our communities where the reality of the pandemic has shaken up the "routine" and added another layer to everyday activities.
As we grapple with fear and uncertainty that may threaten us during this time of the Covid-19 pandemic, we also experience a deep call to prayer, an invitation to silence, and a challenge to "ponder all these in our hearts."
"The reality of this moment is teaching us new things on many different levels.... Most important, we need to stay connected to each other."
On Saturday, 15th of February 2020, we celebrated with joy and gratitude the PERPETUAL PROFESSION of Amélie Jarrousse (BFN).
On Sunday, 26th of January 2020, we celebrated with joy and gratitude the PERPETUAL PROFESSION of our sisters.
Here is the full text of the reflection shared by Florence de la Villeon rscj during the Perpetual Profession Ceremony.
Nine RSCJ, who are in Rome preparing for their final commitment, received the name and devíse that will accompany them as they live their vocation into the future.
A week before their final profession ceremony, the Probation Community expressed their gratitude to the Villa Lante Community for their warm hospitality, prayers, and presence during these last five months of preparation for their definitive commitment.
The RSCJ European Forum for professed of temporary vows, perpetually professed for not more than 10 years, and members of the initial formation teams took place in Miraflores de la Sierra (Madrid) from 28 December 2019 to 1 January 2020.
The novices of Europe gathered in Paris on the 28th to the 31st of October 2019.
