During the months of August and September, a visit was made to the reality of hospitality in Asia. On the one hand, between 19 August and 2 September, a visit was made to Vietnam, where on 22 August the Vice-Province of Vietnam was canonically constituted. After this important event, Sister Anabela, Superior General, and Sister Leontine, General Councillor, continued their visit to the communities of this Asian country. On the other hand, from 25 August to 20 September, the General Councillors Sister Esther Berruete and Sister Begoña Pérez made a family visit to the Delegation of the Philippines, during which they had the opportunity to visit the communities of the Philippines and India, where integral assistance is offered to people with mental illness and children with disabilities, and to women in street situations and with mental illness, respectively.
During the visit to Vietnam, Sister Anabela and Sister Leontine had the opportunity to share life and mission experiences. In Vietnam, the mission of the Sisters Hospitallers focuses primarily on the care of children with disabilities, a commitment that reflects their ongoing dedication to the most vulnerable.
During this time together, the sisters reflected on formative themes, on the subject of authority and government, always from the perspective of the Hospitaller charism which guides their actions. Their visit ended on 2 September, after having begun on 19 August and having established the Vice-Province on 22 August.
During their visit to the Delegation of the Philippines, the General Councillors Sister Esther Berruete and Sister Begoña Pérez were able to see the Hospitaller work in the Philippines and India, two young realities, both in the Congregation and in society, which focus on providing a professional and human service to particularly vulnerable groups.
In the Philippines, the Sisters Hospitallers are dedicated to the comprehensive care of people with mental illness and children with disabilities. Their commitment goes beyond medical care to encompass emotional and spiritual support, always seeking the full recovery and inclusion of those who are often marginalized by society. In India, on the other hand, the Congregation focuses primarily on helping street women and those facing mental illness. The mission here is a call to provide shelter, care, and hope to those who need it most. Fighting stigma is an integral part of their work, promoting a more caring and hospitaller society.
In an increasingly interconnected world, Hospitality is a fundamental value that transcends borders and cultures. As Hospitaller Sisters, we remain faithful to our commitment to provide comprehensive care to those most in need, in every corner of the world.
We ask our founder, Saint Benedict Menni, and our Mother Mary, First Hospitaller, to continue to be our guide and beacon in our Hospitaller mission and dedication.
