Celebrated in our diocese with consecrated women and men on February 1st at Holy Redeemer Church, Charlottetown, at 4 pm.
In 1997, Pope Saint John Paul II instituted a day of prayer for women and men in consecrated life. This celebration is attached to the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, also known as Candlemas Day, when candles may be blessed, symbolizing Christ, who is the light of the world. So, those in consecrated life are called to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to all peoples.
In the Church, the religious sisters, brothers, and priests stand as a rich testimony to the blessings and grace God bestows upon those who have embraced the consecrated life.
In our diocese, we have been blessed with religious communities who have dedicated their lives in ministry, prayer and community to the Church and have been part of our diocese for over 150 years.
Did you know that we currently have nine religious communities in our diocese? Three women’s religious orders and eight priests from six different congregations and religious orders serve in our diocesan parishes.
This year, in a spirit of gratitude for their presence, ministry, and apostolate in the diocese, Bishop Joseph wishes to acknowledge that commitment during a Diocesan Celebration of Consecrated Life on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Holy Redeemer Church at 4 pm.
Everyone is welcome to come, meet our consecrated men and women, and express gratitude to them for their fidelity, service and dedicated witness to the Gospel.
Please pray for all those who have made commitments to the consecrated life and thank them on their special day. May they continue to be inspired by Jesus Christ and respond generously to God’s gift of their vocation.