Mangalore Diocese News

Media Release

Mangaluru, May 8 : The Holy Spirit Congregation (Opus Spiritus Sancti - OSS) celebrated a momentous occasion on 7th May 2025 at Infant Mary Church, Bajjodi, Mangaluru, as two sisters made their First Dedication (Temporary Profession), and seven others committed themselves through their Final Dedication (Perpetual Profession).

First Dedication:

Sr. Malshila , Sr. Jaya Thomas

Final Dedication:

Sr. Anita , Sr. Gracy, Sr. Kavita, Sr. Savita, Sr. Sunita Rani, Sr. Subhashini, Sr. Sheela

The solemn Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr. Daniel Veigas Episcopal vicar for religious of Mangalore, and concelebrated by Rev. Fr. Dominic, Parish Priest of Infant Mary Church, Rev. Fr. Cyril, and Rev. Fr. Vincent, MSFS.

During the Holy Mass, Sr. Arogya Mary, the Regional Superior (Provincial Superior)  and our formator Sr. Olga Noronha (SIW)  Opus Spiritus Sancti, officially received the dedications and welcomed the sisters into the OSS community with joy and dignity.

Following the Eucharistic celebration, a felicitation program was held in the church hall, where the newly dedicated sisters were honored in the presence of the congregation. The day concluded with a fellowship meal, marking the occasion as a celebration of unity, gratitude.