17/08/2025
LASA Holds Half-Day Recollection in Preparation for their Renewal of Promises (and Acceptance for the new members)
The Lay Associates of St. Ann (LASA) of Nasipit Community gathered today for a meaningful half-day recollection in preparation for the renewal of their promises and acceptance of the new members. Guided by the theme “Pagpadayon sa Panaw: Pagpuyo sa Gugma ug Paglaum sa Misyon,” the recollection offered the participants an opportunity to deepen their commitment as lay collaborators of the Sisters of St. Ann.
The spiritual exercise opened with a Bible enthronement and a symbolic candle-lighting, reminding everyone that Christ is the true light who guides the mission of LASA and strengthens their commitment to live in faith, hope, and love through service.
In the first part, they reflected on the charism of the congregation and how they can keep these alive in their families, workplaces, and larger community. The input also emphasized how our founders' legacy of faith, charity, and dedication must continue to inspire them in following Christ.
The second part of the recollection highlighted their role as the Charismatic Family of the Sisters of St. Ann in the present time. This reminded them that their mission is to witness God’s love and presence, especially among the young and the poor, through prayer, service, and solidarity.
Moments of silent reflection, group sharing, and prayer allowed the members to rediscover the beauty of their vocation as lay partners in the mission. As their last activity, they wrote their personal resolution as they begin another year of their journey as LASA members. The recollection concluded with the singing of the theme song of the Jubilee Year of Hope, uniting everyone in gratitude and hope as they renew their promises tomorrow.
The event became not only a spiritual renewal but also a joyful encounter of faith, reminding the LASA members of their special call to live and spread the charism of the Sisters of St. Ann in today’s world.