My beloved friend, Sr. Theresia, is an extraordinary person! 💖 Amid the challenging times when Covid-19 began to spread in Indonesia, she received the habit of the Discalced Carmelite Order. 🕊️ However, this joyful moment had to adapt to many adjustments. Invitations that had already been distributed were canceled, and even her mother and family, who initially planned to attend, had to change their plans. 😔
Even so, Sr. Theresia did not let sadness steal the joy of her vocation. 😊 With steadfast faith and a big heart, she continued her journey with gratitude. Two years later, while the pandemic still gripped the world 🌍, Sr. Theresia professed her first vows. 🎉
This time, the happiness felt even more complete. Her beloved mother and family were finally able to attend this thanksgiving celebration. ❤️ Although everyone present had to wear masks 😷, it did not diminish the warmth of the occasion. Smiles behind masks and small, loving laughter filled the day.
Sr. Theresia's story taught me the meaning of true faithfulness and joy, even in challenges. May she continue to shine and be a living witness to God's love! ✨🙏
---Grace in the Holy Ground---
(Song Lyrics for a Carmelite Nun)
Verse 1
In the silence, I hear Your gentle call,
Softly You whisper, drawing my soul.
Behind the veil of prayer, You faithfully abide,
Filling my heart with love divine.
Pre-Chorus
Day by day, I walk this sacred path,
Leaving the world for eternal love that lasts.
This little heart, You’ve turned into a home,
Where You dwell, and Your love brightly shone.
Chorus
Oh Lord, this calling is a holy grace,
Within Carmel, I find Your embrace.
Deeper each day, I fall in love with You,
In every prayer, You are my truth.
Verse 2
In the garden of spirit, blossoms of love unfold,
Their fragrance rising from life’s sacred hold.
You teach me surrender, without condition or plea,
Now my life becomes a hymn for Thee.
Pre-Chorus
In every little task entrusted to my care,
I offer it for souls You long to spare.
Though my hands grow weary, my heart stays true,
For Your unending love burns within anew.
Chorus
Oh Lord, this calling is a holy grace,
Within Carmel, I find Your embrace.
Deeper each day, I fall in love with You,
In every prayer, You are my truth.
Bridge
When storms arise and shake my soul,
I lean on the promise of love You’ve foretold.
Your cross, a beacon guiding my way,
Until I rest in Your peace someday.
Chorus (Reprise)
Oh Lord, this calling is a holy grace,
Within Carmel, I find Your embrace.
Deeper each day, I fall in love with You,
In every prayer, You are my truth.
Outro
In the silence, I surrender all,
My heart is Yours, forever enthralled.
Oh sacred love, guide my humble steps,
Until I rest in Your eternal depth.
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