Annual General Meeting for the Franciscan Sisters of St. Anna
Sustainability and Self-Reliance of a Religious Institute;-
By Jecinter Okoth, FSSA June 01 2019-
The Franciscan sisters of St. Anna (FSSA) gathered for a two day long Annual General Meeting (AGM) in one of their organization at St. Anna Guest House, Kisumu. The AGM whose running theme was “Sustainability and Self- Reliance of a Religious Institute,” was successfully conducted by one of the members Sr. Consolata Aloo, FSSA.
Part of the congregation during AGM
During the meeting which took place from 1st to 2nd June 2019, the congregation’s objective was to discover how to jointly and individually respond to the call on prayer, apostolic and communal life with respect to remaining sustainable. It also aimed to discuss the existing reality of FSSA economic situation, its available opportunities and how to effectively explore these opportunities for the common good.
The speaker reminded the sisters that the available resources should be used economically, so that future generations who intend to join the congregation will continue to benefit. Quoting Pope Francis’ words she challenged the sisters probing, “What kind of a world do we want to leave to those who come after us?”
Focusing on the elements of sustainability in religious context, Sr. Consolata emphasized on Prayer life, Apostolate and Community living as the pillars that cement the continuity of religious life. She compared these elements to a traditional three stone fire explaining, “The three elements help to support each other in religious life and the absence of one leaves the community lame and flimsy.” Besides, she added, “Prayer draws us closer to God, availability of relevant apostolates according to the signs of time gives us opportunity to fulfil apostolic call and community life promotes mutual support, understanding, respect, security, and mental peace.”
Sr. Consolata summarized her presentation reminding the sisters of the various factors that contribute to a sustainable religious institute. These include; a sustainable
Facilitator Sr. Consolata, FSSA
mission, having a participatory leadership structure, being accountable and integral in congregational activities, engagement of members and networking.
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