Marist Brother For Life

Jul 19th, 2008 by brVince | 5

Brother Cris signing the Account of Perpetual Profession

Today, Br. Cristino Sta. Ana made his perpetual profession to live the vows of chastity, poverty and obedience in the religious family of the Marist Brothers of the Schools. He is so generous in accepting the call to “follow” Christ’s call with freedom and faith. We all believe, as religious people, that God chooses individual men and women, calling them by name, transforming them more deeply for mission.

The final profession of Br. Cris today was celebrated with joy as one family by all present Lay mission partners, friends, relatives and religious people. We were grateful of Fr. Pat Muckian, SM as the main celebrant during the Eucharist.

Br. Manuel de Leon, FMS happily received Br. Cris’ profession during the rite. The General Superior, Br. Sean Sammon, FMS sent Br. Manuel as his delegate since he is the Brother Provincial of the new East-Asia Province. After Br. Cris pronounced his profession, he received the crucifix which is the symbol of his profession of perpetual vows. he also signed the Account of Perpetual Profession.

At present he is assigned at Notre Dame of Marbel University. He works with the people at Physical Plant and supervise the security of the school. He is with the other Brothers in the community; Br. Willy,the School President, Br. Brix, the Assistant to the President, Br. Edgar, the superior of the community, and Br. Danny.

The Notre Dame of Kidapawan Community with Br. Cris

YOUNG BROTHERS’ MEETING

Part

of formation program is the meeting of all temporary professed brothers in the Philippine Sector. Yesterday, Br. Manny called all temporary professed brothers to meet at the Provincial Center. We were welcomed by the Brother Provincial and Brothers Lindley and Rustico, members of the Formation Team. We shared our experiences in general as young brothers assigned in different areas of our apostolate as Marist Brothers. I am thankful of this event as an inspiration for me and at the same time, to have people around me, supporting me and journeying with me in my difficulties and consolations in my first year of being in the active ministry. The Marist Context was presented also by Br. Manny, for us to be aware and look at the wider perspective of what is happening in East-Asia. We ended with a closing prayer, wrapping all our meaningful experiences, asking for guidance and enlightenment until we meet again for sharing…

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5 Comments on “Marist Brother For Life”

On July 21st, 2008 at 5:03 am
Kuya Kim said:

thank you for letting me Br. Cris’ perpetual profesion. I am so happy with it. for the last few days, a typhoon passed through Korea with heavy rain. How about there? %D� couple of weeks ago, with a brother and two Good Shephered sisters, I led a vocational retreat for young men and women. It was a wonderful time. Now, I am preparing a children camp. I will use the Action song; Rul-La rul la rul la le~~ Put your right hand in~~~~~. Because it’s very nice! %D�njoy your life there!!!!!!!!!!!!

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On July 21st, 2008 at 9:12 am
brVince said:

Hi anselmo, thanks for that greetings!

here in the Philippines, we experienced the same; might be worst. it’s good to know that you are doing well in your ministry. it’s great that you can still recall our children’s rhymes We have our National youth ccamp this coming november, too. you are invited!

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On August 4th, 2008 at 12:47 pm
Amos Gene said:

Emblem ng Methodist yung sa likod nyo ah, United Methodist Church

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On August 5th, 2008 at 2:51 am
Allan Barredo said:

I’m a Marista (from grade 1 to 4th year high school). There was even a time when I contemplated becoming one of the Brothers . This is a great blog Bro. Vince.

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On August 17th, 2008 at 9:36 am
Henry "dEkYo" Desiderio said:

Congratulations to Bro. TINO my fellow batchmate (Marist ‘82)!

Tha Batch is so proud of you!

You are truly Marist Brother for life.

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