A Beautiful Tribute to the 2024 SNJM Jubilarians

The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM) celebrated the 2024 jubilarians with joy and gratitude in the chapel of Maison Jésus-Marie (MJM) on September 13.

A festive atmosphere permeated the chapel as everyone gathered for the celebration. Under the theme “At all times, I will bless”, inspired by the title of Jean-Claude Gianadda’s entrance song for the Mass, celebrated by Bishop Claude Hamelin, of the Saint-Jean-Longueuil diocese.

Following the customary words of welcome by the provincial animator, Sr. Denise Riel, and the celebrant, Bishop Hamelin, Sr. Lisette began her presentation of the jubilarians with these words:

“Dear jubilarians, by your life, your consecration to God, your mission in the Church, you have actualized the gifts received from God; you have become God’s gifts for others. Receive our tributes.”

She then named the Sisters according their jubilee year: 75, 70 and 60 years of religious life. She also highlighted the 25-year commitment of two SNJM associates.

The celebration continued with a prayer of thanksgiving: “In the Church and in communities, functions and activities are varied, but it is always the same God who acts in the heart of people. With you, dear jubilarians, we give thanks to God for the good he has given you to accomplish throughout your days…”

The assembly included numerous Sisters and associates, many of them from the English-speaking group, supporting the two associates celebrating 25 years of commitment. The celebration was enlivened by the strong participation of the Sisters as they sang the various songs. Many had received the songs beforehand.

“They sang their hearts out,” said a delighted Sr. Lisette, one of the committee members responsible for the event. Sisters Lise Gendron, Jacqueline Aubry, Jeanne Dagenais and Simone Perras were also members of the committee.

Following the celebration, everyone was invited to the cafeteria for some light refreshments. Those present had the opportunity to congratulate the jubilarians and chat with many of them. This moment of reunion between SNJMs and associates is always very stimulating. The pleasure of being together was palpable.

Here is the list of 2024 SNJM jubilarians.

Photos credit: Sr. Suzanne Brault and Ms Julie Tétreault, SNJM affiliate