The Day I Became a Sister of Mercy
May 9, 2017
By Sister Kristine Violango
Sister Kristine during the singing of the Litany of the Saints. Credit: Claire Khu.
In my hometown in Gingoog City, Northern Mindanao, Philippines, at Sta. Rita de Cascia Parish, together with sisters, family, relatives, friends and parishioners, I solemnly professed my perpetual vows with much joy and thanksgiving to God, despite the loss of my Aunt Nenen (my father’s older sister) who had passed away the day before. However, I felt her presence during the ceremony.
That was a twofold blessing: a blessing of surrender to God and a blessing of dedicating myself to God and community. I was trembling with joy when the Litany of the Saints was sung. I felt that all the angels and saints were there.
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Sister Kristine is blessed by Fathers Semeon, Illah and Richie (left) and Sister Pat McDermott, Institute president. Credit: Jose Bollozos
Sister Kristine kneels before the splendid altar at Sta. Rita de Cascia.
Sr. Mary Cabrini Taitano
Congratulations and prayerful blessings! May you continue to be the presence & face of God’s mercy to all you minister and with whom you bring and share God’s mercy!
Joey Reymond Carreon
CONGRATS SISTER PRAYING FOR YOUR PERSEVERANCE
Donna Conroy, RSM
Christine, congratulations! This looks like it was a wonderful celebration of Mercy in a most beautiful setting. Many blessings in the years to come! Donna Conroy – Northeast Community, USA
Nancy Whitley RSM
How proud I am to call you my sister! You truly represent the mercy and compassion of God and Catherine McAuley. Thank you for saying “Yes” to God’s invitation.