Final profession was granted to seven nuns on April 21 at St. Joseph Catholic Church Viswema (SJCCV): Sr. Methasünü Agatha BS of Viswema village, sr. M. Charou Elizabeth BS of Poumai tribe, sr. M. Marina Therou BS of Poumai tribe, sr. M. Roselima Thamei BS of Rongmai tribe, sr. M. Roseline Dukru BS of Chakhesang, sr. M. Line Raymond BS of Poumai tribe and sr. M. Silvia Daphrou BS of Poumai tribe from the congregation of the sisters of little flower Bethany, who have committed themselves in perpetual profession.
A press release by SJCCV organizing committee on final profession convenor, Vikhoneil Philip and secretary, Zhoto Stephen Naleo stated that the main celebrant DD bishop of Kohima diocese, most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil while administering the rite of perpetual profession encouraged the professed sisters to remain committed and steadfast to their call and commitment.
On this profession they became a permanent and full-fledged member of the congregation. They also made vows to remain throughout their lives in chastity, poverty and obedience to their superiors and in their faith.
The main celebrant was accompanied by SJ, Parish priest, Mary help of Christian, Jakhama, Rev. Fr. Charles D’Souza; secretary to Arch Bishop of Imphal, Rev.Fr.Nicholas Kamei; secretary to Bishop of Kohima, Rev. Fr. Victor Renthungo Odyuo and a host of priest.
Earlier, the eucharist programme was presided over by sr. Sulahele Teresa BS and felicitation programme was chaired by sr. Melissa BS, a special number on Tati was presented by VCYA.