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Dear Sisters and Friends As the end of 2024 approaches we reflect back on the wonderful blessings of this year and look forward in hope to the JUBILEE YEAR of 2025. ‘Joy springs from a grateful heart’ says Pope Francis. Looking back through the year, we have received many blessings through you: our mission partners, […]
Friday 15 November around 160 past pupils (including Sr Colleen King-Turner and Sr Anna Maria Persico) and two past teachers (Sr Valerie Lawson, Sr Sarah Greenless) attended the reunion for Sacred Heart (1892-1971) and Redwood (1971-1982) College, gathered at the Granary, (top two floors of the Convent) Founders Heritage Park, Nelson. The reunion began on […]
What a journey! Tough, high, steep, long and at times, simply beautiful. This pilgrimage had it all for me. Digging deep mentally, emotionally, spiritually and physically were all facets of this amazing 400kms, 25 days of pilgrimage. My friends, Peter and Betty Ann Kamp and I walked the Way of St Francis of Assisi in […]
For twenty years Monica Brown and Hilary Musgrave have been leading a Celtic Pilgrimage from County Carlow, Ireland and this year I was one of the fortunate pilgrims to enjoy this unique experience. The Brigidine conference centre in Tullow was our base. The setting there is peaceful and serene with a small stream flowing through […]
Our Lady Queen of the Missions School, Park Circus, prides itself for instilling values and morals in young minds from the very inception of education. We, the Sisters and teachers believe that a truly literate mind not only excels academically but nestles a sense of responsibility towards societal growth. On the 20th of August 2024, […]
Sometimes, the distance between people feels very far away, yet at other times, it feels very close. With hearts ignited by the Holy Spirit, especially after the Centenary of RNDMs in Vietnam, I believe that not only I, but perhaps every RNDM, is always ready to be sent. This past summer, another sister and I […]
Each spiritual retreat represents a divine call, a beckoning from God. Today this call has become the guiding light on my path to discipleship. Walking in the footsteps of Saint Paul, I rediscover the initial call that God placed in my heart, intertwining His story with my own. I was filled with overwhelming joy during […]
The 14th Interfaith Reunion, hosted by the Archdiocese of Saigon on Sunday, October 27, 2024, was a vibrant gathering that brought together a rich tapestry of diverse religious representatives. The inclusive event included participants from Baha’i, Cao Dai, Islam, Minh Ly, Buddhism, Hoa Hao Buddhism, and Catholicism. The theme, ‘Dialogue Connecting People,’ served as a […]
“The art of hospitality is a part of God’s work of love.” – Pope Francis. Hospitality is a special ministry of the French Province. The RNDMs have a hospitality house (Maison d’accueil) in the lap of mountains, in the western part of the country. It’s called “Abbaye Saint Rambert” and it’s located in a very […]
The greatness of a culture can be found in its festivals– Siddharth Katragadda In Davao, one should not miss the most anticipated festival in the city: the Kadayawan Festival. This festival is celebrated by the locals to give thanks for the bountiful harvest and to honor their rich culture. It was a privilege for us, […]
We are thrilled to present “A Multi-Congregational Observatory to advance girls’ rights. A joint effort to close the digital divide and guarantee girls’ mental health”- a 2 year-project funded by Misean Cara and supported by 4 congregations across #India, #Nepal, #SouthSudan, #Kenya, #Ecuador, and #Peru. Based on the insights drawn from the research report “How […]
Six international RNDMs living and working in Canada, participated in a month-long learning event, organized by Sr. Giang Pham RNDM. For the first two weeks of July, Sr. Claire Himbeault shared with six RNDM on the life and mission of Euphrasie Barbier, the founder of our religious congregation. Sr. Giang Pham recorded these presentations, […]
We had a two-day session on discernment with Brother Rey Allqn Balderosa, SC. It served as a reminder that spiritual discernment helps us awaken to the voice and presence of God. It was a wonderful experience to realize that discernment helps us sift through the various choices we have and thus enabling us to choose […]
As missionaries, we are called to be the Word of God for others — a broken Word of God, a spoken Word of God, and a missionary Word of God. In our mission, we are called to live the memory of Jesus by disturbing, challenging, and transforming ourselves as well as others. Mission is relationship. […]
Dear Sisters and Friends, With deep gratitude and appreciation to each one of you for your constant support in our missionary journey, we are happy to present this newsletter. The stories you will read in this newsletter are stories of hope and new opportunities given to so many children and women. Education of children from […]
On August 22nd, 2024, the Archdiocese of Samoa Apia gathered at TofamamaoCentre as we celebrated the Episcopal Ordination of Father Mosese Vitolio TuiSDB as the new Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Samoa Apia. The celebrations coincided with the Feast Day of the Queenship of Mary, adding a profound spiritual significance to the ordination. Three of […]
The first reading from St Paul to the Corinthians reminds us to be grateful, “I never stop thanking God for all the graces you have received through Jesus Christ. I thank him that you have been enriched in so many ways, especially through your teachers and preachers” Today we celebrate and give thanks for the […]
On the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 2024, the RNDM Sisters of the Vietnamese province were happy to have seven novices who readily made their first vows. Matta Nguyen Nu Ngoc Vang, Teresa Nguyen Thi Trang, Maria Phung Le Nhu Y, Maria Duong Kim Dung, Cecilia Le Thi Hue, Maria Hoang […]
In the quiet dawn of August 16, 2024, the Sisters of Our Lady of the Mission (RNDMs) of the Vietnam province gathered together in the Trinity Chapel of Thu Duc Convent to joyfully participate in the ritual of receiving 11 postulants into the novitiate. They were: Teresa Nguyen Thi My Dung, Anna Nguyen Thi Tuyen, […]
This is a competition between schools who chose to participate. Schools are invited to elect three teams to take part in this tournament and each team is involved in three different ways – the Arts, Science and Mathematics. Each group has to either solve a Mathematical problem, create and demonstrate an experiment to solve a […]
We celebrated 75 years of our presence in Abbey, St. Rambert (1949-2024) on 7th July 2024 with a lovely Mass celebrated by Bishop Pascal Roland, in the parish church. Parishioners, friends, our staff and volunteers joined us for the Mass. Josianne, one of our former Eurasian boarders, brought the photo of Mother Jeanne d’Arc […]
For several months, the migrant camps have been dismantled and their occupants transferred to reception centres. This summer, the expected crowds at the Games and the restrictions related to the security perimeters established around the Olympics will affect the lives of homeless people. This is the government’s desire, in the run-up to the Paris 2024 […]
Last May 17th to 20th 2024 I accompanied the group from our school and parish as an animator in a program for the young adolescents. This is called FRAT and it was the gathering of the students aged 13-15 of Dioceses of Ile-de-France (Paris) and its regions during the Pentecost holiday. With all the participants, […]
I thank God first of all for the gift of my life and vocation. It has been a journey of faith in God. So much has happened in my life. I have experienced numerous missions within and out of my own country Kenya as I adjust to my latest mission in France. To all who […]
From the early childhood, I used to play the game of sowing the seeds with some lovely actions. Even though the game is simple but meaningful to me. All of us are very familiar with the parable of the sower in the gospel of Mathew chapter 13. However, it plays a special part in me […]
After the severe cyclonic storm Remal made landfall in Bangladesh, May 26-27, more than a dozen people died, with the heavy rain and strong winds affecting about 3.7 million. During this natural disaster — as well as another severe storm that struck in April — the Congregation of Our Lady of the Missions Sisters arranged shelter and provided […]
Dear Sisters and Friends Transforming lives through education and empowerment is the key to RNDM ministries. The Sisters strive to do this through you – our mission partners and friends. We appreciate and value your contribution in our efforts to reach out to the less fortunate people of our society. The articles in this newsletter […]
In March 2024 I had the opportunity to travel to Vietnam with Sr Smitha to visit some of RNDM communities and projects. As soon as we arrived we were welcomed at Ho Chi Minh airport by two sisters. The heat was scorching! After meeting the team at the provincial house and after some rest, I […]
Dear Sisters and Friends, I am happy to share with you yet another newsletter for your reading interest and information. Silvia and I have just returned from a visit to our sisters and some of our mission projects in Vietnam. We are truly enriched and inspired by the dedication and commitment of the RNDM’s working […]
It was a remarkable day for the RNDM sisters of the Indian Provinces to witness and welcome the FIVE Novices who made their first profession on 2nd February 2024, namely Anuja Lugun, Aseema Majhi, Jebelin Kharphuli, Komla Kullu, and Namita Lakra. The profession ceremony was held in the Chapel at Mariam Nilaya, Banaswadi, Bangalore. As […]
On 9th December 2023, the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions (RNDM) India Central Province, Kolkata, celebrated the Perpetual Profession of Sr. Sunita Marandi and Sr. Nilima Hasda which was held at the Holy Family Church, Kestapur, Kolkata. We thank God the almighty for the courage and passion for mission of these young women […]
My journey in Balay Euphrasie Davao program can be likened to a painting. It started with a desire to deepen my understanding of our charism, Trinity God and Divine Missions among others as I prepare for my perpetual commitment. The sacred ground of Balay Euphrasie, one with creation helped me to be one with God. […]
It was a day of devotion at Shillong Cathedral 16th December 2023. In a joyous ceremony bathed in the soft glow of dawn six of our sisters took their Perpetual Vows, pledging their lives to a path of faith and service. The ceremony was graced by the presence of Sr. Flavy Castelino, the Province Leader […]
As the year is approaching to an end we looked back and finally realized it’s time that we could recall the blessings of God in our life. It’s a joyful occasion for us to share about the amazing journey that we had experienced through the year in forming the young minds by instilling our Catholic […]
It was a wonderful and memorable one to get this amazing experience here in St Mary’s School Mawlumñiang Nongstoiñ to see the scenic beauty of these villages around. Within this short time of my stay here my moments are filled with memories, blessings and life giving experiences. We are breathing fresh air because of the […]
On the morning of December 8th 2023 in a sacred atmosphere of celebrating the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the joy of celebrating a 100 years of our Congregation’s presence in Vietnam, eight of our Sisters made their Final Profession. The Mass was celebrated in our Convent Chapel of the Holy Trinity, Thu Duc. Archbishop […]
Sustainable development Goals 13-17 and Pope Francis’ encyclical of “Laudato Si: Care for our Common Home” are serving as wake-up calls for action without much waste of time to save the Mother Earth, in whose lap we are enjoying life. She is in great suffering. Here we come as the tiny drops, Sisters of Our […]
Queen of the Missions School, Goaltuli has introduced of nature walk for classes I and II for 15-20 minutes. This initiative helps the children to become more conscious of the earth and plants around them, it enables them to differentiate between trees, herbs, bushes and creepers. They have learned to respect every living thing in […]
“The children of today will make the India of tomorrow, the way we bring them up will determine the future of the country.” Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Children’s Day is celebrated across India on 14 November, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru the Indian first Prime Minister. St. Mary’s High School, Narkatiaganj anticipated […]
Dear Sisters and Friends Advent is a time when we start to reflect and wait for the Lord’s coming into our world at Christmas.The gospel of the first Sunday of advent invites us to stay awake, because we do not know when the master of the house is coming… “ And what I say to […]
On the morning of August 22, 2023, at 5:30 a.m., when everything had just woken up from a long sleep, the night dew was still glittering on each leaf, at the Holy Trinity chapel – the convent of Our Lady of the Missions in Thu Duc, joy and gratitude to God seems to be welling […]
“Mary ascended to heaven on a bright day, the hymns of the saints cheered, and mankind sang joyfully…” , these lyrics by the musician Trieu Ha echoed the sentiments of the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions as they joyfully praised God for the joy of the Feast of the Assumption and for the […]
It was a beautiful and unforgettable day for 11 young women, who left bustling Saigon and travelled to quiet Da Lat where we have our Postulancy house. When the night dew had not yet lifted under the early rays of the sun and the sky of Da Lat stretched in peaceful colours, 11 Aspirants with […]
Dear Sisters and Friends The cry of the poor and the cry of the earth are a constant call to respond to the urgent need to address climate change. Pope Francis reminds us of this responsibility through his encyclical Laudato Si’ and the movie – ‘The Leter’. Our Foundress Euphrasie Barbier, in her tme also […]
by Sr. Cherime Mrong Marak RNDM “We do not learn; and what we call learning is only a process of recollection” (Plato) The visit to Garo villages and other villages of the Sohra Parish is a journey that has an impact on one’s life; makes one think beyond the four walls of the convent, to […]
To write down rich experiences is such a gift that a person can share with the world. Pastoral ministry is one of the apostolates that uplifts the human soul. It is a ministry that draws people closer to God through the Sacraments. Family visitation is a way to connect to humanity and to God. There […]
God of our Journey is our faithful and compassionate God. Visiting the families and nurturing the faith of the faithful in our Mission places through pastoral ministry bring joy and blessings. The Touring ministry is an important Mission of the community of St John Bosco’s Convent, Sohra. The needs of Pastoral ministry are always part […]
To Love Oneself Is To Love Our Mother Earth Together with the women in 16 villages we make an effort to reach our objective to be an eco-friendly group which was started many long years ago, where everyone has the right to live by caring for the common home. The initiative and effort of the […]
In Senegal, the word “keur Soeur” has a very beautiful meaning, very nice to hear. When the people get a cough, flu, fever …. the first place they would like to come to have the treatment is “keur Soeur” (dispensary of the Sisters). They are ready to pay for the transport, to travel from 25 […]
After a long drought spell across the country, after four seasons of failed rains in Machakos area, the rain finally came in March, the 15th day. The meteorologists had predicted that there will be rain but in a short period of time. We were skeptical whether this season will amount to anything or it would […]
“Bloom Where You are Planted” We have 14 Temporally Professed Sisters in Bangladesh Province. At present two of them are studying in Manila and the other twelve are in the province in different communities. This year we had a gathering for TPS of one week from 23 April to 28 April 2023 which was held […]
With great joy and celebration, on Monday April 24, 2023, Thi My Dung Nguyen was admitted as a postulant to the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions (RNDM). Several members of My Dung’s family joined her and the Winnipeg RNDM Sisters in giving thanks for God’s fidelity, and for My Dung’s response. Together we […]
Dear Friends I have recently returned from Kenya after visiting some of our missions where the sisters work among the poor and people with disability. At the Tei Wa Ngai Centre, I visited a family with disabled members – four of the six children are physically challenged and are living in the house with very […]
11th February 2023 was a joyful day for the RNDMs of Vietnam Province as we celebrated the First Profession of Maria Goretti Tran Thi Hong Phan. The ceremony took place in the RNDM Trinity chapel, in Thu Duc Covent. The Eucharistic celebration was solemnised by Reverend Father John Baptist Tam Quan, the Thu Duc Parish […]
On 15th October 2022 was a remarkable day for the RNDM Sisters of India Province to welcome the FIVE Novices, namely Ibanriful Marngar, Iuralin Songthiang, Lindaris Wahlang, Pricila Toppo and Tracy Swer into the Congregation as they made their First Profession. The profession took place in Mariam Nilaya Novitiate, chapel, Banaswadi, Bangalore. The Eucharistic celebration was […]
On 8th December 2022, at the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, we the RNDM Sisters of India province were extremely happy to welcome and witness the First Profession of the Novice Lorentia D. Marak and the Perpetual Profession of Sister Mukti Rejina Xalxo. The Profession ceremony took place at Mariam Nilaya Novitiate Chapel. The […]
28 December 2022 was a joyous and thanksgiving day for the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions (RNDM) of Bangladesh Province. On this day our beloved Sr. Bruno Bernadette Atiwara pronounced for her perpetual vows at Jalchatra Parish, Mymensingh Diocese. The Most Rev. Bishop Ponan Paul Kubi, CSC the bishop of Mymensigh Diocese officiated […]
In the early morning of December 30, a Mass of Thanksgiving, the House Blessing and the Feast Day of the Da Lat community was celebrated. Fr. Joseph, parish priest, presided over the celebrations which were attended by our Provincial, Sr. Bich Quyen, Sisters from other Communities, visitors from afar Sr. Thuy Linh (U.K.) Sr. Phan […]
Every year as the weather turns cold, nature changes its colours too and the streets of Long Dien are bustling with activity as people begin to decorate mangers with colourful lights to welcome the Prince of Peace – Jesus. On the evening of December 22nd 2022, the Sisters and Associates organized a special night of […]
The Congregation of our Lady of the Missions (RNDM) had the celebration of Perpetual Profession of three sisters, from right Preeti Kullu, Victoria Rani, Binita Xess and one silver Jubilarian Sr. Kiran Minj on 10 December,2022 at Christ the King Church, Park Circus, Kolkata. Most Rev. Archbishop Thomas D’Souza, the Archdiocese of Kolkata officiated at […]
The Novitiate has been known as the cradle of consecrated life, the school named “Jesus”, where generations of sisters of Our Lady of the Mission (RNDM) have been trained. From this same school, many zealous missionaries have been born, ready to go out and awaken the world with compassion, hope and their witness. On December […]
In the early morning of December 03, 2022, the ambience in the Thu Duc area was filled with laughter and bustle of sisters from most communities gathered here to celebrate the Perpetual Profession of six sisters: Teresa Tran Thi Nga Cecilia Nguyen Thi Bich Tram Maria Hoang Thai Thu Matta Le Thi Bich Thuy Anne […]
Perpetual Profession: Sr. Aitisha Khongjee RNDM and Sr. Judith Dkhar RNDM – 10 December 2022 The final profession in the INE- Province began with intense preparation of the two sisters who would commit themselves to God and to the Church. The journey started in the beginning of 2022 with input sessions, mission exposure programs, spiritual accompaniment […]
Four major women religious Congregations presented a study regarding the rights of girls during the Covid-19 pandemic in 6 countries at an event hosted at the headquarters of the International Union of Superiors General (UISG) in Rome on December 7. The Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions, Sisters of Charity of the Good Shepherd, […]
Dear Friends, Christmas is about the birth of Jesus. It’s not only about having the most beautiful Christmas tree, big presents, toys, grand food and most importantly, being at Church to celebrate Jesus’ birth. I am sure you are aware of many who do not have the means, like parents who have lost their job, […]
Dear Sisters and Friends Education overcomes poverty and gives dignity to people. RNDM Sisters and our mission partners across the world have been doing our best to realize this goal with your support . The personal stories shared in this newsletter are proof of this. Many of our children and families who live on the […]
Responding to Pope Francis’ invitation to celebrate the second World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly, we, the aspirants of Vietnam Province spent a special day with our senior sisters at the Home for the Elderly in Thu Duc. With gratitude and love, we were with our dear senior sisters, gave them serving hands through […]
How well do we know the people around us? When you see older people, do you find yourself wondering what they did in their “previous” life? “Have I been with you all this time and you still do not know me?” That snippet of conversation is Jesus talking to one of his apostles, but it […]
As an avid reader, panic would set in if I hadn’t stocked up when I remembered I’d finished the last of my library books. Now I find I panic less since if I can’t get to the library, I have access to what I call “people books”. No, not “talking books” for the hard of […]
” The greatest threat to Our Planet is the belief that someone else will save it”. Environment day is globally celebrated on 5th of June every year. This year the theme ” Only One Earth ” was given by Sweden. Mariam Nilaya School is always been known for its active involvement towards protecting our environment, […]
Dear Sisters and Friends, During the 2021 Season of Creation, from 1 September through 4 October, hundreds of thousands of people untied around the theme, “A home for all? Renewing the Oikos of God.” The word Oikos is Greek and means home or Earth community. We are called to care for the people; to care for the life of […]
We would like to introduce the beginning of our commemoration by re- visiting our special heritage site within the UK and Ireland Province; the Juniorate, Novitiate, Generalate Provincialate and Community in the House on the Hill- Hastings. We will dedicate our next newsletter to the memories of our years in Hastings. Thank you to the […]
Sacred Heart Girls’ College Oakleigh and RNDM Sisters in Melbourne celebrated their anniversaries of foundation at a College assembly on the feast of the Visitation: The 160th of the Congregation and 65 years since the College was opened. It was a surprise when Sr Madeleine entered the stage to sounds of ABBA’s song: ‘I have […]
Dear Friends, At this Easter season, we are reminded of the joy and love of the Risen Lord and we continue to believe that “God so loved the world that He gave his only Son…” (Jn 3:16). This love is what underpins all our mission and ministry across the world and to be witnesses of […]
Maria Bhavan School, Help to spread the word that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective In view of the Covid-19 pandemic the Health Department of Ayyampuzha have organized a vaccination programme for the children of Maria Bhavan School Amalapuram on 10th January 2022 in order to keep them protected from corona virus. Keeping this in mind […]
Lady of the Missions by a courageous French woman, Euphrasie Barbier, at Lyon, France in 1861. Euphrasie’s dream was to send her Missionary Sisters to work with women and children – the most marginalized people of the world through works of education, health care, pastoral and social development. Today, the Sisters’ priority remains focused on […]
“Give a Mask and Save a Life” ‘Traditionally face coverings are an indicator of political persuasion and religious belief”. When Covid-19 broke out, the first awareness and recommendations given to individuals were to follow simple guidelines of SMS, Social distancing, wearing a Mask and hand Sanitizing. To wear the mask was not easy for every […]
Provincial House Darga Road sponsored a meal for 250 sex workers in collaboration with Mary Ward Social Centre (Loreto sisters) on 16th June 2021. Sisters Monica Riahtam and Phulkeria Minj went to the centre to pack the meals (Rice, lentils, chicken & salad) and to cut the vegetables for the next day. At noon sisters […]
Dear Sisters and Friends September 21st is International Day of Peace. Each year the International Day of Peace is observed throughout the world on this day. The General Assembly of the United Nations has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of Peace both within and among all nations and all peoples. […]
The Covid pandemic broke out violently in Vietnam, especially in Saigon city, which has the largest population in the country. During this Coronavirus pandemic, many people have been infected; a great number of people have lost their lives. The emotional, economical, physical and spiritual affects result from the disease are long lasting. Particularly, health professional […]
There is no Bigger Joy than the Joy of “Giving” At this time of Global pandemic, it has taught and gave us all together different experiences in our time that we are experiencing such tragedy. We are grateful to God for his unconditional love that we are still moving on in His loving care and […]
Since May 2021, Saigon city has been suffering much from the fourth wave of the Covid pandemic. New infected cases and deaths reported daily increase remarkable. Lockdown, strict regulations and curfew were introduced. While these regulations are necessary to constrain the pandemic, they make the life of those who live from hand to mouth becoming […]
Dear Sisters and Friends Gratitude and Hope are the two sentiments that come to my mind as I pen these few lines: gratitude to God and to all our friends and mission partners for the commitment and support towards the mission projects of the Congregation during these difficult times; and hope that there will be […]
On 20. 04. 2021, the School administrators, Parents Association, teachers, staffs and parents of Thanh Tam Thu Duc Kindergarten – Our Lady of the Missions Congregation, organized the day “Food Fair for the Poor”, raising fund to help ethnic people Ragley, located in two villages Suoi Hai and Xom Moi, in Cam Phuoc Tay commune, […]
Susan Elizabeth Smith, a Sister of Our Lady of the Missions, has worked in education at various levels: primary and secondary school teaching in New Zealand, university education in New Zealand and Australia, and with Duquesne University in Rome and Manila, Philippines. She has been involved in pastoral and catechetical formation in Papua New Guinea; […]
Dear Sisters, Novices, Postulants, Aspirants and Friends The Aspirants of Bangladesh Province, along with hostel girls are privileged to have the opportunity to perform the “life way of the cross” in the season of Lent 2021. It is for the first time that we dare to take this initiative, practiced with patience and experienced the […]
Dear friends, “To change the world, we must be good to those who cannot repay us“. These words of Pope Francis found great meaning during these pandemic times when we see people helping people whom they have not known or seen before. Persons going out of their way to feed the needy or homeless […]
Affectionate Mary, Mother of Jesus, throughout your life, in loving obedience, you listened to God’s Word, pondered in your heart and faithfully carried out the Divine Missions. You taught Jesus to be a missionary by carrying him in your womb to visit your cousin Elizabeth in her need. Attentive Mary of Pentecost, believing the transforming […]
We, the Sisters in Myanmar Province are happy to welcome our new member, Sr. Gloria Myint Myint Kyi. The first profession ceremony was held at Novitiate chapel on 10th January 2021. It was a peaceful and grace filled celebration. The bishop of Pyay Diocese, Alexander Pyone Cho, two priests and some RNDMs were present. Due […]
Covid-19 pandemic has upset the lives of billions of people around the world. It has disrupted everyone’s everyday life and people feel frustrated. Millions have lost lives, families and friends. All are looking for an answer. It seems like science and reason have also failed to give hope to the world. Christmas is a time […]
Dear Sisters and Friends, We are in a challenging time in history as the COVID- 19 pandemic seems to be the fastest moving global crisis in our world today, causing significant mortality and giving rise to daunting health and socio- economic challenges. In the words of Pope Francis: The pandemic has highlighted how vulnerable and […]
“The Lord asks us from his cross to rediscover the life that awaits us, to look toward those who look to us, to strengthen, recognize and foster the grace that lives within us. Let us not quench the wavering flame that never falters, and let us allow hope to be rekindled.” Pope Francis: Urbi et […]
God’s love overwhelms the earth The early rains in Sai Gon city and Thu Duc district have softened the intense sunlight and heat which fluctuating at about 36- 41°C. In that heat and uncomfortable condition, a large number of labourers who live from hand to mouth are struggling to earn their living and to support […]
JOINING HANDS WITH PEOPLE OF GOOD WILL TO ALLIVIATE HUNGER Initiative and Response of RNDM India South Province The world is in the grip of COVID -19. It is the greatest pandemic the world has ever seen. We, together with the rest of the world, have been overtaken and almost overwhelmed by the unexpected and […]
Dear Friends, Greetings to you from Rome. As the pandemic COVID 19 crisis is sweeping across the globe, the world is facing the greatest challenge ever after World War II. Daily life is very different as nations try to halt the pandemic. The global economy wavers as the world comes to a standstill. A few […]
“The Lord has chosen me.” On the morning of February 22, 2020, the sisters of Our Lady of the Missions of Viet Nam Province rejoice to offer the blessing to God for the novice Maria Vu Thi Thom who is going to make her first Vows. The Mass was celebrated at 9.30am in the chapel […]
Sister Irine Albuquerque hails from Mangalore. She joined the Congregation of our Lady of the Missions in the year 1988. The inbuilt talents of Sr Irine brought her all the way from Mangalore to Bangalore. She served in other cities of Kerala and Karnataka. Researchers noticed the talents and hardwork of Sr Irine Albuquerque and […]
We the 14th batch of Balay Euphrasie program would like to thank the Congregation Leadership Team and sisters of all the provinces and regions around the globe for your prayers and support in preparation for our perpetual profession in Davao
As the year 2019 ends, we express our warmest gratitude for your infinite generosity and support for our mission. Receive our greetings and prayers for a blessed Christmas and a grace-filled New Year. December Newsletter 2019
Dear Friends, Greetings to you from Rome. We are glad to share with you our last Newsletter of this year. Gleaning through the year we see many parts of our world have been suffering grievously on account of natural calamities and other devastations which are very distressing. Pope Francis reminds us in his encyclical Laudato […]
We are very happy and proud to announce that on 28 October, 2019, in Vienna, Austria, Sister Purobi Pascalina Chiran, RNDM received “Intercultural Achievement Award 2019,” from the ‘Austrian Federal Ministry for Europe, Integration and Foreign Affairs’, for the training on Inter religious Dialogue for the Female Catholic students in Bangladesh. Republic of Austria recognizes […]
Dear Sisters and Friends Greetings to each of you from Rome. With joy we present yet another Newsletter. Through your support, prayers and contribution, we can see smiles on the faces of many young people with social transformation that has made a difference in their lives. Our heartfelt gratitude to each one of you and […]
POSTHUMOUS AWARD TO BE PRESENTED BY GOVERNOR GENERAL ON THURSDAY By: Brenda Suderman Posted: 09/9/2019 3:00 AM – Winnipeg Free Press Months after her death at age 94, the humanitarian legacy of Sister Aileen Gleason of Winnipeg will be publicly recognized in Ottawa by Gov.-Gen. Julie Payette. On Thursday, the Roman Catholic nun will be […]
A MEMORABLE MANITOBA MOMENT Yesterday afternoon the Winnipeg community celebrated the interment of Cecile Granger and Aileen Gleason. Now I know I am completely ‘out of turn’ by sending MM now, but the event was so memorable, I hasten to send a few words about the event. We celebrated Cecile first at 1:30 and then […]
It was with delight and much joy, I joined the Formation Team at Balay Euphrasie-RNDM International Formation Centre in Davao, Philippines to welcome sixteen sisters who came to Davao to participate in the six-month congregational program of preparation for Perpetual Profession from June to December 2019. Because of visa issue, two sisters arrived a few […]
“A Pilgrimage to our roots” We, the RNDM pilgrims continue our experience of the last part of our spiritual journey “A Pilgrimage to our Roots” “The point of travelling is not to arrive but to return home, Laden with pollen you shall work up Into honey the mind feeds on” (R. S. Thomas) We, the […]
Greetings of peace and joy to each of you dear sisters, mission promoters, partners in mission, collaborators, supporters and friends. You will be pleased to know how much you mean to the people in our mission fields. “No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted” says Aesop. Every little act of kindness […]
Please find THE STORY WE ARE GOING TO TELL … below file. We continue our journey in Euphrasie’s footsteps in England and we wish you a very happy feast of Pentecost. Renewal Group June 2019, News Update 2
Greetings from France (St. Rambert) the land of our mother foundress with rich traditions and a country which has provided many saints to the Church. The renewal program began on 24 April 2019 in St Rambert with eighteen participants who hail from nine provinces and South Sudan. Sisters were very kind to meet us at […]
Sister Aileen Gleason founded Hospitality House Refugee Ministry By: Carol Sanders She was a humanitarian force to be reckoned with, helping thousands find refuge in Canada. Generations of Winnipeggers with roots in the Horn of Africa were impacted by Sister Aileen Gleason, who died April 4 at the age of 94. The street-wise nun born […]
The RNDM sisters in the Philippine Region express once again our gratitude to God for the gift of vocation to our congregation through God’s calling of Sr. Elaine “Weeyaa” Villanueva. We also thank Weeyaa for her generosity in responding to God’s call as she professed her lifelong “Yes” to God on 4th January 2019 in her home parish in Legazpi, Albay. It was an enriching experience […]
The long awaited day of first profession of our four novices has dawned at last, and the Sisters, Novices and Aspirants have made united efforts to make this day a memorable one. The 28th February 2019 was a great and an auspicious day for the three provinces of India, as our four novices Anjana Tirkey, […]
We are delighted to share with you yet another news-letter from the Mission Office, Rome. Greetings to all of you who have been part of our RNDM Mission worldwide and those who read this newsletter. The season of spring is a beautiful time of the year. Around here, we see fruit trees and ornamental trees […]
We the 13th batch of Balay Euphrasie program would like to thank the Congregation Leadership Team and sisters of all the provinces and regions around the globe for your prayers and support in preparation for our perpetual profession in Davao.
RNDM sisters in Australia promote mission through various apostolates, outreach, communication and funding for the missionary works of 870 Sisters of OUR LADY OF THE MISSIONS in 22 countries worldwide. With a grateful hearts we thank you for your generosity in the supports of our Missions RNDMs Mission Newsletter Australia
The celebration of the Golden Jubilee of our Missionary Presence in Latin America has filled us with an immense tenderness, gratitude and joy. We gathered together all the RNDM’s from Peru and Bolivia with some of our Canadian Sisters who gave their life in this mission and two CLT members. The celebration was held […]
Christmas is a season of hope. Hope is a confident anticipation of something yet to come. Glancing at the year 2018, we can say with confidence, that we have been journeying in hope because we are being supported by you dear sisters, friends, benefactors and mission partners. You have enabled our sisters in bringing hope, justice, dignity and sustainability to the […]
We are delighted to present to you the September edition of the news update from IMDO. We hope you enjoy reading this newsletter that gives you some glimpses of the developmental projects from various missions and of our missionary journey. We are deeply grateful to many people: our sisters, donors, agencies, benefactors and well-wishers for […]
This video was made by the Vietnam province on the year of celebrating our Constitutions, 2017-2018. Hope, you will enjoy the video.
We congratulate Aileen Gleason who in 2018 has been nominated to receive the UBUNTU award from IDEA Inc (Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Appreciation). This award is given to someone who has demonstrated dedication, compassion and leadership in the areas of immigrant services and has made important contributions to enhancing the lives of refugees or immigrants […]
The Opening Liturgy of the 13th session of the Congregational Six-month Preparation Program for Perpetual Profession took place in Balay Euphrasie, Davao City of the Philippines on 12 June 2018. There are eighteen Temporary Professed sisters (TPs) from Bangladesh, Philippines, three provinces of India and Vietnam participating in the program this year. We miss two […]
From 25 April to 20 June 2018, 21 RNDMs arrived from 11 Provinces across the Congregation:India North East, India South, and Central India, Bangladesh, Kenya and South Sudan, Vietnam, Peru, New Zealand and Ireland for ” A pilgrimage to our Roots” Renewal Course. RNDM – Renewal Newsletter 3 RNDM – Renewal Newsletter 2 RNDM – Renewal Newsletter […]
With joy and gratitude, we would like to share with you this Newsletter which includes some of the successful stories from different parts of our congregation. We extend our thanks and gratitude to all our sisters, partners in mission, benefactors, associates, donors and well-wishers who have contributed generously towards the Christmas Catalogue and Solidarity fund. We […]
In the last few months, I visited those in initial formation in Kenya, Bangladesh and Myanmar. The congregation is blessed to continue having young and vibrant women who show their interest and feel inspired to join RNDM religious missionary life. I treasure the opportunities to connect with these lovely young women, to listen to their […]
RNDM Mission Promoters’ Workshop which was held in Bengaluru, South India from 3rd to 12th of April 2018. We were 15 participants from 8 provinces: Rita Kyi Kyi Aung, Josephine Moses and Rita Phyo from Myanmar, Lucia Kim Cuong from Vietnam, Anna Ngan Ha from Kenya, Purobi Chiran and David Paroi from Bangladesh, Delma Barrientos from […]
There is a time for everything. This is the time when the Dulangan Menubo of Kulaman, Sultan Kudarat are rejoicing over changes in the provision of health services, especially by our Local Hospital. At long last their voices and sentiments were heard! As Indigenous Peoples (IP), they, too, have the right to an equitable part […]
Christmas is round the corner and we look forward to this great celebration. Christmas can be said to be the season of gifts. In fact, it was created by a ‘Gift’. God did not give us the present of an object; He gave us the present of a person, Jesus, his priceless and everlasting gift. […]
Dear Sisters, It is already a week since the inauguration ceremony and blessing of the renovated house at St Rambert. I’d like to share something of the day with you as a thank you for all the well wishes so many of you sent – assuring us of your presence in thought and prayer. It […]
Thank you for the love and financial support of Ms Henrietta, a member of Care4thekids, who on October 20, 2017 enabled the students of RNDM Thanh Tam Charity School in Cu Chi to participate in a Careers Day. The students had a wonderful fun day of experimenting and learning about different occupations in the Career […]
We have just come to the end of a very energizing and refilled renewal program. In this newsletter we share with you some of the highlights of our pilgrimage to Caen, Beech Court, Sturry, London and Rome. RNDM – Renewal Newsletter 3
In our first newsletter, we shared with you some of our life and experiences since the beginning of the program until our visit to Lyon. We hope that you enjoyed reading it as you journeyed with us though at a distance. We are excited to share with you our second newsletter. RNDM – Renewal Newsletter […]
Returning to the Thu Duc Community four years since our last visit was like returning home. We were greeted with the familiar warmth and hospitality of the RNDM Sisters and immediately felt part of this faith-filled community. Sacred Heart Girls’ College, Oakleigh, in partnership with the Vietnam Province has enabled us to experience community life […]
By Ella Kolomyjec, The Vietnam Mission Pilgrimage Students from Sacred Heart College, Perth, were lucky enough to have the opportunity to give happiness to 12 beautiful indigenous Vietnamese girls. We travelled to Pleiku by bus from Saigon and we immediately in awe of the beauty of the area, the kindness of all the people we met. […]
The RNDM Sisters in Cu Chi Community are running a Charity School with 180 children who come from poor families. The parents are so poor they cannot afford public schooling for their children. Moreover, these children are not eligible for public school as they do not have the necessary paper work such as birth or […]
There was great excitement in the air as the Sisters in the Kenyan Province made final preparations for our special celebration to remember and give thanks for 50 years RNDM Presence in Kenya. The first RNDMs to arrive in Kenya were Sr. Cecily Timoney, Bernadine Corcoran, Marian McQuaig and Cecilia McCarthy. In August 1967 […]
From 6 September to 6 November 2017, 20 RNDMs arrived from Bangladesh, France, India, Kenya, Latin America, Myanmar, United Kingdom and Ireland, Philippines and Vietnam Provinces for the “Rekindle the Gift of God that is within you ” Renewal Course. RNDM – Renewal Newsletter 1
We commit ourselves to sharing our energies, time and talents for the common good and the well-being of all, promoting the Gospel values of justice, peace, integrity, and freedom (Art 39 RNDM Constitutions) RNDM Mission Promoters Team UK&Ireland Newsletter
On the 3rd of August 2017 there were more than 300 people including Sisters, families and friends joined with eight Novices: Maria Kinh, Teresa Thao, Maria Teresa Phuong Dung, Maria Nguyet Anh, Maria Tham, Anna Le Thu, Maria Thanh Xuan and Teresa Tuyet Trinh to celebrate their First Profession in Thu Duc Community. Bishop Joseph […]
My name is Khon Xavoan. At this precious time, I am sitting near to my mom at our small house and I would like to express our gratitude to you for many good things that you have done, especially we thank you very much for your love and support. I am the only one child […]
The Don Bosco Afternoon School Program was established in 1972 by Sister Mary Imelda. Today it is known as the Don Bosco Primary School. With the help of French donors (AEM), who have been visiting the school each year, we are able to provide education for girls from Nursery to Class five (present Nos.263) We […]
We are grateful to have been given the opportunity to construct our own toilets inside our compound. Our children need not try to look for a place outside our home; we have also become more aware of how important it is for our health to maintain a clean environment.’ Jean Bapiste Guèye says when […]
10th year Anniversary Outreach Program From March 23-26, 2017 the “Mission Group” in Singapore invited Marie Vianney and Mai Trinh to Singapore for the Celebration of the 10th year Anniversary Outreach Program. “This was an excellent opportunity for the RNDM Sisters in VietNam to thank all our benefactors for their generosity and warm heartedness. […]
Kawthaung is a township located at the South of Myanmar on the tip of Peninsular. It is placed on the opposite side of Ranong Province in Thailand. People from Kawthaung can easily take a boat across the sea to reach Ranong. But during the monsoon season, it is very dangerous to cross the sea, due […]
We, the 132 participants of the 17th Asia-Oceania Meeting of Religious (AMOR XVII), representing our respective National Religious Conferences in 21 countries, women and men, gathered together in Yangon, Myanmar on February 27 – March 3, 2017 to discuss and reflect on the environmental situations in the countries of Asia-Oceania where we live, work and […]
This year the Indian provinces are blessed with the four newly professed sisters Mercyriana ‘D’ Marak, Promila Toppo, Rajnita Dung Dung and Vernaleen Mary Mawkon. We thank God for the gift of life and the vocation of these four sisters who generously responded to God’s call saying “To you belong my life entire”. Indeed the […]
“When you lose the capacity to dream, you lose the capacity to love, and the energy to love is lost”. These words by Pope Francis are very fitting as we bring to you our first newsletter for 2017. Dreams are essential to living life well; dreams are part of life itself. When our dreams include […]
Maureen McBride 08 Nov 1953 – 26 Nov 2016 Maureen was born in 1953 to Edna and Michael Noel McBride – the only girl with four older brothers. Maureen grew up in Nelson, which is a beautiful part of the top of the South Island of New Zealand with lovely beaches, walkways and very pleasant […]
How about celebrating a perpetual profession in a far-flung Sitio, Tonggo, Barangay Namut of the Municipality of Tudela, Misamis Occidental? This was the desire of our Subanen sister, Delma Montac Barrientos RNDM. It would be an opportunity for the Religious of Notre Dame of the Missions (RNDM) to meet her people, the Subanens, an indigenous […]
Over 400 people packed Sacred Heart Church, Addington, Christchurch, New Zealand for the jubilee celebration on Saturday 7 January. We marked 450 years of RNDM missionary life. Sister Barbara Hurley celebrated 70 years, Sister Margarite Elliott and Sister Mary Peter Hoban both celebrated 60 years of profession. Cynthia Kearney, Maria Josef Park, Dorothy Dickson and […]
In this newsletter, you will read about the lives of many young people in North East India, Senegal and Bangladesh who know they are important because they are benefiting from your generosity. They have received the gift of education and now have a hope filled future. RNDM International Mission Newsletter November 2016
Sunday, 13 November 2016 all the leaders had arrived for two weeks together at St. Rambert France. Communication from Leaders No 1 Communication from Leaders No 2
The Province Mission Promotion Team is grateful for your generosity, support and prayers during 2016. Mission Promoters Newsletter UK and Ireland
The Formators’ Gathering took place at St. Rambert France from 1-29 October 2016. There were 20 Formation Directors from eleven Provinces and Regions of Aotearoa-New Zealand, Bangladesh, France, India, Kenya, Myanmar, Philippines and Vietnam. Newsletter- Formators’ Gathering 2016
In this newsletter, you will read about the lives of many young people in Myanmar, India South and Laos who know they are important because they are benefiting from your generosity. They have received the gift of education and now have a hope filled future. RNDM International Mission Newsletter September 2016
She changed the face of Winnipeg She started out in 1987 with just a recipe-card filing system and a passion to give refugees a break. Three decades later, the Hospitality House Refugee Ministry that Sister Aileen Gleason founded in Winnipeg is one of the largest private sponsors of refugees in Canada. Tuesday, Gleason is being […]
In the heart of every child is a hunger for a home. Not just for food and a place to sleep, but for safety and community. Most importantly: for love. Since 1881 the RNDM Sisters have offered refuge to abandoned and orphaned children from the slums of Chittagong or from the hill tracts surrounding Chittagong. […]
From 29 March to 16 May 2016, 17 RNDMs arrived from India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Vietnam and United Kingdom and Ireland Provinces for the “Come and Rest a While ” Renewal Course. What a graced and special time it was for all – Sisters and Resource People. Come and share in some of their stories. “Come […]
In April 2016 a second workshop was held for mission promoters from across the congregation in Davao, Philippines. This workshop was aimed at strengthening the knowledge gained from the previous workshop held in 2014. Sisters from IMDO and Resource People shared the fruits of their wisdom and helped all participants to grow in their understanding […]
“Consecrated Life in Unity – International Meeting” for the closing of the Year of Consecrated Life 28th January – 2nd February 2016 Five thousand people participated in this Meeting.
”My soul magnifies the lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my savior.” Thank you, Lord Jesus, for the gift of my vocation to Religious life. Dear Sisters and Friends, I am very delighted to share with you about my perpetual profession which took place in Senegal on the 23rd January 2016 in the parish […]
When charity and union of hearts reign in community, the Lord is there. Guard this precious treasure well. . . Euphrasie Barbier, 1867 On December 18th Wealdstone welcomed Sr Gertrude Atua from Wewak, Papua New Guinea, to spend Christmas with us. Gertrude is presently studying at St Anselm’s,
The Sisters of the Congregation of Our Lady of the Missions of India Northeast Province are blessed to have five RNDMs young women Bimla Kandulna, Matilda Biam, Meristella Riwah, Merista Sohshang and Helena Mary Pamshong from India South Province who made perpetual profession in St. Mary’s Convent, Shillong. It takes courage to say, YES! to […]
Write-up 0n the Centenary Celebration held on the 25th September, 2015 The German Sisters of the Divine Saviour (SDS) who had zealously ventured to work among the Khasis since 1890 received order that they leave the area positively by November 10th, 1915. This was a great blow for the thriving mission in the then Province […]
Hunger, disease, pain and suffering is so evident in the world we live in. It is a choice whether we avert our eyes or do something to alleviate the sufferings of our brother, our sister. Here at Queen of the Missions School, Kolkata, Sharing and caring are two of the very important values which are […]
In more recent years RNDM’s in UK and Ireland have re-directed and re-sourced our energies after our lifetime of involvement in education, social and nursing care. A ministry that has been part of our Province for many years is the service to the homeless and to those falling on hard times due to the recession, […]