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JAPAN Mission: Lenten Retreat 2024 ”Sister, could you come and give us a Lenten Retreat?”I was asked this question by migrant leaders of Filipino communities where we, the Hijas de Jesus, used to be – Ibaraki and Gunma Prefectures. “Since the Sisters left, we never had one.” “Our last retreat was before COVID struck”. “What … Read more

MARCH 2, 2024 THE CLOSING CHAPTER: NATIONAL YOUTH ASSEMBLY As the National Youth Assembly (NYA) reached its concluding day, we, the delegates, awoke to mixed emotions, recognizing that this marked our final day at the NYA. After partaking in our last breakfast to energize ourselves for the day, we engaged in a Eucharistic Celebration—a poignant … Read more

PASTORAL WORKERS’ LENTEN RECOLLECTION 2024 Lent is an opportune time to remember how Jesus loves each one of us regardless of our sinfulness. In this season, we are reminded that Lent is not only a time to practice self-control and change our bad behaviors, but also it is a moment to reconsider our lives and … Read more

The F.I. National Youth Assembly 2024 – Day One  The National Youth Assembly 2024 opened on the 28th of February 2024. The Colegio de La Inmaculada Concepcion (CIC) Pototan, Iloilo hosted the 4th NYA, inviting the IHS Congregation to the school’s campus grounds. With a spiritual and eventful day ahead of them, the students and … Read more