Kohima, May 21 (MExN): Thanksgiving Holy Mass was offered for Reverend Sister Sulahele Teresa Kintso, who received final profession on May 1, 2017 – the first ever from Kidima village Catholic community to receive so – on May 21 at Kidima Council Hall. She is part of the congregation of the Sisters of the Little Flower of Bethany (BS), North East Province, Guwahati.
Reverend Father Raymond D’Souza SJ, Director of Eden Garden and Children’s Home, Khuzama was the main celebrant along with Rev. Fr Thomas Muttathil, Parish Priest.
Rev. Fr Raymond D’Souza SJ in the introductory note stated Rev. Sr Kintso said yes to the Lord and now it is time for the faithful to give thanks to God and let continue her service with inspiration, knowledge, wisdom and understanding, informed a press release from P. Tepekrovi Kiso.
Father D’Souza SJ in his homily said it was a day of gratitude to God. He called upon the large gathering to do good work for the needy people and glorify God and inherit eternal life. He further recalled Jesus’ commandment to love one another, while asking the faithful to offer generous response and enjoy the joyful heart. The priest also asked the parents not to prevent their children from God’s call.
Rev. Sr (Dr) Harsha, Superior of BS cum Principal of St Joseph’s Hr Sec. School, Viswema highlighted the history of the congregation.
Meanwhile, Rev. Sr Kintso shared her journey on how she joined the congregation with her family being Baptist. Prayer of the faithful was offered by Methasü Ezekiel, Assistant Catechist, while brief introduction of Reverend Sister Sulahele Teresa Kintso was given by Vitsu Martin, former Catechist.
Rev. Fr Charles D’ Souza SJ, Parish Priest of Mary Help of Christians, Rev. Fr Victor D’Mello SJ, Principal of Loyola Higher Secondary School, Jakhama and Catholic community from Southern Angami villages and well-wishers joined the sacred ceremony, the release informed.
