A double golden day

On Saturday 8th November, RSCJ from England and Wales gathered in Roehampton with our Provincial and her Team, for a day of input, updates and discussion around our new Province of Central Europe and the Islands, and various developments in this country. We ended the day with a Eucharist celebrating two Golden Jubilees: 100 years (and more!) of fidelity, service and loving response to God's everlasting call, by two of our sisters.

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In August, Steph Romaine RSCJ had quietly celebrated her 50th anniversary (golden jubilee) of perpetual vows, as did Mon McGreal RSCJ, who was unable to be with us on Saturday. Lorraine Pratt RSCJ will celebrate hers later this month. During the Mass we prayed for Mon, and for all the RSCJ from across the world with whom they had prepared for their profession of vows - including some who are now celebrating in heaven. We ended the day with a celebratory tea, including a cake covered in colourful tulips - very appropriate for two keen gardeners!

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Whenever we renew our vows we do so 'with all my heart'. Please pray for Lorraine, Mon, Steph and all of us, that we may continue to live 'with all our hearts' our vows and our commitment to our mission, to glorify the Heart of Jesus by discovering and making known his love.

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