Superior General’s message
- Posted by Handmaids of Christ
- Posted in Congregation (HC)
MESSAGE, 2022
My dear Sisters,
“I thank my God each time I think of you; and every time I pray for you all, I pray with joy.” (Phil 1:3a)
Assuredly the XIX Ordinary General Chapter of our Congregation, drew us into a dynamic of celebration. It was indeed a powerful moment of communion and a grace-filled event with the Theme: “Journeying together to Review, Renew and Relaunch”. Like the Apostles in the Upper Room, we were truly accompanied by Mary, the First Handmaid of the Lord and the Patroness of our Congregation. The Holy Spirit who is a weaver of relationships has been leading us in ways known but very little to our human thinking and estimation. Undoubtedly, we have been led on the path of peace and discernment, steering us in our common search for the Will of God.
I thank God wholeheartedly for the precious gift of each one of the Sister of my Congregation. By re-electing me as the Superior General, they have placed their high level trust in me. As usual, I strongly felt the vibrations of their prayers and sincere support. I count on the continuous prayers and blessings of all those who are dear to me and all those connected to our Congregation in one way or the other. Being at the helm once again, I wish to uphold the theme which I had chosen earlier: ‘Empowered by God’s Mercy, to be at the service of all’. I desire to experience God’s outpouring Mercy in order to share it with all.
Isaiah 40:41 says: “Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” We keep discovering the rhythms that enable us to lean on God and find our strength in Him. Leaning deeper into God’s love, we shall recognize that there is a purpose and in time, the One who loves us unconditionally will reveal and execute His Divine purpose to us. It is time to de-clutter our hearts from aches, hurts and negativity in order to fully appreciate the living presence of God and follow Him with undivided hearts.
Expression of loving gratitude
I am deeply grateful to the Almighty God, for He has done great things to our Congregation and to me personally.
I express my loving gratitude to the outgoing General Team: Councillors – Sr. Perpetua Vaz, Sr. Apollonia Cardozo, Sr. Lina Dias, Sr. Tomacina Desa & Sr. Bernadetta Furtado. General Bursar – Sr. Rosy Dias and General Secretary – Sr. Sena Viegas. Their committed services to our Congregation and personal support to me, will remain etched in the annals of our Congregation.
I am glad to enlist the members of the newly elected General Team as follows:
- Sr. Faria Barretto – Superior General
- Sr. Perpetua Vaz- Councillor for Spirituality and Discipline
- Sr. Willber Coutinho – Councillor for Formation
- Sr. Justina Vaz – Councillor for Education
- Sr. Myra Da Costa – Councillor for Social Welfare Apostolate
- Sr. Rosy Dias – Councillor for Finance and Constructions
- Sr. Xaverita Fernandes-General Bursar
- Sr. Sena Viegas – General Secretary
I warmly welcome the New General Team and look forward with optimism for greater collaboration and co-operation.
Conclusion: May God’s eternal providence continue to enwrap us, the Light of Jesus illumine us and discerning voice of the Holy Spirit empower us as we continue the journey together in communion with each other despite our uniqueness, Navigating into the unknown with the resolute faith of our Founder to face our struggles and challenges with rays of hope to respond unwaveringly to the signs of times. Inspired by Mary’s Fiat we dare to say a continuous ‘Yes’ to God’s call as we move ahead as one family towards the Vision and Mission of our holy Founder. Let us work together in love and unity in order to make our communities an abode of love and mercy, for “A little bit of mercy makes the world less cold and more just.” Pope Francis
