In this issue, we continue listening to what young sisters and novices wrote about their heroes, hopes and dreams.
This month we look at their answers to: “My Main Dream in Life.”
Here is what they said.
Novices’ Dreams:
Most seem keen on serving the poor. Others dream of spreading the Word through preaching or through music. A number of them show a keenness to live close to God and as God wants.
“To become a sister and serve poor people.” (Gracia, novice, 22 years_
“To do something (I don’t know what; that’s in the future) for God and for others, and to glorify God.” (Supriya, novice, 25)
“To be with Jesus, and to serve the poor and needy, especially orphans.” (Priya, novice, 25)
“To be one with people who really need me.” (Vimla, novice, 22)
“To serve God by teaching underprivileged children.” (Shweta, novice, 22)
“To give myself totally to the service of the Lord.” (Rosita, novice, 19)
“To do something good for others.” (Rashmi, novice, 24)
“To be a great singer, that is, to sing for the glory of Jesus and to spread Jesus everywhere through music and songs.” (Melania, novice, 20)
“To become a preacher. I want to proclaim the Good News.” (Sangita, novice, 18)
“To become a good sister to serve the poor and needy.” (Goretti, novice, 23)
“To give up my life for Jesus.” (Madhuri, novice, 19)
“To preach the Good News to all, especially those of other faiths, by my life.” (Laveena, novice, 23)
“To live each moment in the presence of God, and share God’s love and peace with my neighbours throughout my life. This dream I try to fulfil each day of my life.” (Niharika, novice, 21)
“To surrender my life to Jesus.” (novice, 22)
Junior Religious
The following replies are from junior sisters. They have written their age, not their name. Most of the dreams are intensely religious, and many include an element of service.
“To do something worthwhile. To become a missionary and travel for Jesus.” (29)
“To complete the mission for which I have come.” (28)
“To become a teacher and take care of my family.” (28)
“I dream that my Father is standing near me and holding my hand when I fall.” (22)
“To help small children and give Jesus to all people. To become a great lady like Mother Mary and the saints.” (25)
“To love Jesus with all my heart and soul.” (23)
“To become a good religious and proclaim the Good News.” (22)
“To the see the Lord one day, face to face, and to gaze at Him. And see everyone kneeling and bowing before Jesus.” (22)
“To become a saint one day.” (25)
“To serve the Lord faithfully, and to spread His name wherever I go.” (24)
The idealism of their dreams is clear and inspiring. May our young religious and novices—and the rest of us—be faithful to these dreams. Studies on fulfilment show that God-centred, prayerful people who lovingly serve the poor are among the happiest human beings. So, youngsters, you are on the right track. Do not deviate, please!
“To be a faithful follower until the end.” (25)
“To serve the poor and to be one with them.” (25)
“To become a good religious and serve God’s people.” (24)
“To be holy and pure, to serve God’s people, especially the poor and needy, and to carry out God’s mission.” (24)
“To become perfect in whatever I do.” (26)
“To belong to Jesus always, and to belong only to Him.” (24)
“To live my vocation faithfully, and proclaim the Good News, not in words, but in action.” (24)
“To become what God wants of me.” (26)
May the youngsters and the oldies help each other to become what God wants each of us to become.
(Once again, I thank Sr Mariola Sequeira MSA for collecting and sending these responses.—Editor)
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