The writer, a young Salesian, presents the two big supports that have helped him to overcome hurdles and be a joyful religious.
I joined the Salesians at the recommendation of my parish priest. In the beginning, I did not know the difference between becoming a diocesan priest and joining a religious congregation. Nonetheless, I enjoyed my early years of formation in the Salesian setting. I came to know my strengths and weaknesses.
Being with the Salesians, I had ample opportunities to grow in all aspects of life. There was lot of love, joy, and food! As I entered the Novitiate, the love increased. The formators were very kind and gentle. Years passed. I moved on to study philosophy for three years, did one year of regency in the novitiate and two years of postgraduation as Master of Philosophy. Right now, I am what we Salesians call the “assistant” (regent in charge of a group) in our Philosophy study house at Karunapuram (Warangal, Telangana). My short journey, from being a student to a teacher of philosophy, has been a wonderful experience.
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Kadiyam Prasanna Kumar SDB
