Perpetual Profession of the Vows of Chastity, Poverty and Obedience of Sr. Clariza Moren, mps and Sr. Anna Flor Padao, mps

Reflecting on this year’s theme, “Journeying Together with Mary, the Mother of Hope,” we gratefully recognized the selfless love and guidance of our Blessed Mother Mary throughout our shared journey. This grace-filled celebration became even more meaningful as it closely coincided with two important feasts: The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 27 and the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on June 28. These feasts remind us of the deep bond of love between Jesus and Mary, so beautifully depicted in the icon of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. In Macau, the community gathered on June 26 at San Agustin Church for the Holy Mass at 7:30 PM, celebrated by Fr. Sheldon Eric D'Souza. After the Mass, everyone came together to share the joy and love of God through an agape meal at the Pastoral Center. In India, two communities—Banabira and Bangalore—celebrated the feast on the same day. In Banabira, the sisters, together with the hostel boys and guests, held a simple yet meaningful celebration. The Mass was celebrated at 5:30 AM by Fr. Augustine Lakra at the parish church, Mother Mary Queen of the Destitute. In Bangalore, the Eucharistic celebration was held at 5:00 pm in the convent chapel and was presided over by Fr. Francis Ezhanikatt, CSsR, with seven priests concelebrating— the parish priest, two Pallotine fathers, two Dominicans, and two Redemptorist Priests. The occasion was made even more special by the presence of 12 additional Redemptorist fathers and friends of our Congregation here in India. In both celebrations, they also thank the Lord for the Anniversary in the Religious Profession of Srs. Maria Theresa, Vandana, Ranjita, and Sushila. In the Philippines, on June 28, sisters from various MPS communities in Metro Manila, along with our lay partners (LAMPS), gathered for the Holy Mass at 10:00 AM at the MPS Betterliving Mission Community in Parañaque City, followed by a sumptuous fellowship meal. The Mass was presided over by Rev. Fr. Rico John Bilangel, CSsR, and concelebrated by Rev. Fr. Eric Sevencruz, CSsR. It was a beautiful celebration that reminded us of the o pen, m oved, p assionate, and h ealing hearts of Mary and Jesus—qualities we, as religious missionaries, are called to imitate in living out our vocation. Across our three countries, the burning, compassionate hearts of Jesus and Mary—as reflected in the spirit of Our Mother of Perpetual Help—united us in love and devotion. As one MPS Asia Region, we continue to walk with Mary, our Mother of Hope, bringing her message of love and Jesus’ Perpetual Help to the world.

With deep joy and devotion, three communities in the Philippines—the Regional House and Dormitory Community in Las Piñas, and the Novitiate House in Biñan, Laguna—simultaneously celebrated the novena and feast day of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. The novena was held in advance from June 9 to 16, 2025, culminating in the celebration of the feast day on June 18, 2025. Guided by the theme, “Journeying Together with Mary, the Mother of Hope,” the communities joined in this sacred celebration with parishioners, benefactors, and friends, growing together in faith through prayer, fellowship, and the Eucharist. In Las Piñas City, the Regional and Dormitory Community marked the feast day with a solemn Mass at the Parish of the Supper of Our Lord at 7:00 a.m. The Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Most Reverend Elias L. Ayuban Jr., CMF, DD, JCD, Bishop of Cubao, and concelebrated by Fr. Kevin Cosme, the parish priest, and Fr. Eric Terrel. After the Mass, a simple fellowship brought everyone together in joy and gratitude. On the same day, the Novitiate Community in Biñan celebrated the Eucharist at the Blessed Sacrament Parish at 10:00 a.m., presided over by the new parish priest, Fr. Charlie Argente, OSJ. Their celebration also concluded with a shared meal and warm fellowship.  Though held in different locations, the celebrations were united in spirit and purpose. This shared devotion to Our Mother of Perpetual Help reminded everyone that even across distances, we journey together—with Mary, our Mother of Hope—trusting in her intercession and drawing strength from one another in faith and mission.