SILVER JUBILEE OF SR. RAMILA R.M.I.
"IN YOUR LOVE I HAVE BLOSSOMED……"
Silver Jubilee: a time to
pause and reflect on all the good work of the past; a significant milestone of
special significance; a celebrative memorial in the journey of one's vision; a
time to look back and thank every person who has contributed; an occasion to
pass the torch to another generation. It is all these and more, as Silver
Jubilee bells happily chime for our Sr. Ramila.
“It is good to give thanks,
O Lord; to sing praises to your name, for your love and faithfulness.” Indeed
these words of the psalmist reflect the sentiments that are truly reflected in
the life of Sr. Ramila. Yes, the Lord has worked wonders in her life, in His
love she has blossomed…. Our gathering today was a wonderful way of expressing
our happiness at Sr. Ramila being a dear gift to all of us, and to our
Community in a special manner.
Most of her family members arrived
in morning. She was delighted to see all of them in good numbers. She always
cherished her family unity and fraternity. We could feel and see the joy on her
face… All her pains had disappeared. It was a joyful gathering. We too were
happy to see them together. Sisters along with girls decorated the halls. The
house was looking festive.
The day started with the
lauds. We all prayed for her and she made a thanksgiving prayer. The community
wished and had the breakfast. Sr. Margaret and community came early to help us,
they were a great help and support and to be part of the celebration.
We had a meaningful Eucharistic
celebration at 11.30 am. The hall was full of full of people, her relatives and
friends and some parishners. Our Bishop Godfrey de Rozario SJ was the main
celebrant with two other con-celebrants along with her uncle Fr. Raman Vasava,Parish Priest of Rosary Cathedral Fr. William and Vicar general Fr. Joel R. Pais came to wish her
and joined for lunch.
Sr. Rani gave the
introduction, in that she beautifully portrayed the life of Sr. Ramila. Fr.
Raman Vasava also gave a small introduction in Gujarati about her vocation and
her life. During the homily Sr. Stella made the offertory prayer which was
beautifully connected with her life. Sr. Ramila renewed her vows. Our parish
youth took lot of interest. With joy they sang with their melodious voices
which gave impact to the whole Eucharistic celebration. At the end Sr. Ramila
made a thanksgiving prayer.
Soon after the mass we had
cutting of the cake. Bishop blessed and wished her congratulations. We distributed
the mouth watering cake to everyone.Fr. Raman Vasava spoke few words and
blessed the meal. Everyone enjoyed the delicious meal and appreciated the
community and the girls for making a memorable day for Sr. Ramila. All her
relatives went home happily wishing sister good health and many more years of
her service.
Sr. Rani Paul RMI,
Deep Sharan,
Baroda.
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