The spirit-filled day commenced with the “Indonesian” Mass presided over by Fr. Henrikus Gualbertus, RCJ. Fr. Herbert Magbuo, RCJ and Fr. Marselinus Koka, RCJ were the main concelebrants, with Fr. Henry Ramos, RCJ delivering the homily. The Indonesian novices and postulants served as the choir, whose harmonious voices in added beauty to the liturgy. Right after the breakfast, the religious went straight to their respective groups to engage in 'spiritual conversation' the entire morning. It certainly was the highlight of the day’s work as its yield, particularly the resulting proposals will be presented to the Provincial Government for appropriate actions. The afternoon sessions, additionally, was spent for the plenary presentation of the said groups’ proposals. Having realized the beauty of the experience, the Assembly decided to document the fruits of these spiritual exercise in a Synthesis. Then, a period of recreation was scheduled in the remaining hours of the day to equally uplift the state of their body, before finally returning to prayers at sunset.
Definitely, everybody generously participated and shared their time, presence, and stories today. Thus, we pray that the Master of the Harvest will never cease to guide and bless their genuine hearts and ministries.
Send, O Lord, Holy Apostles into Your Church.