As I stand at the threshold of merging into the vast ocean, I feel compelled to share a fragment of my journey as a woman religious spanning 55 years, with 35 of those years lived in the distinct manner of religious life. Memory turns into gratitude, and gratitude into mission: a life shaped by vows of commitment. These are my bittersweet recollections and love in action, akin to Mahua flowers scattered when the tree can no longer contain them. This is my humble expression of gratitude to life, my religious community, my nurturing family, and all the support systems that have propelled me onwards.
- Consecrated Religious – Gift of the Universe
Religious life is like a puzzle; its assembled pieces reveal a beautiful, evolving embroidery. Unlike a puzzle, it transcends borders, demonstrating resilience and inter-connectedness. Religious life fosters a deep connection with the Earth and its ecology, offering an experience akin to falling in love.
Once, while cleaning the floor with Nagia Devi in the village, she explained, “This floor serves us day and night; it is part of us. Shouldn’t we serve it gratefully?”
Sr Joel Urumpil SCN
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