On 12 June 2025, the Clothing Ceremony of six postulants, two from Burundi, three from the Congo and one from Rwanda, took place in San, Mali, where they began their Novitiate formation. The ceremony was beautiful, simple and meaningful.

At the beginning of the ceremony, the postulants were dressed as young girls before receiving the novice uniform.

The Eucharist was presided over by Father Frédéric Koné, delegate of Monsignor Hassa Florent Koné, bishop of the diocese of San. In his homily, he invited the postulants to always keep their eyes fixed on Jesus, whom they have freely chosen to follow, to remain courageous in the face of trials and, above all, to welcome their formation with sincerity of heart.

The Sisters of Charity of Jesus and Mary of the Mali Region, religious from other congregations and some members of the Christian community of San were present at the celebration. The atmosphere was filled with joy and gratitude to God who continues to call people to follow his Son Jesus.

Following the celebration, a fraternal meal was shared with all the guests.

From left to right: Véronique Ngalula, Francine Tuyisenge, Félicité Bimenyimana, Bernadette Nghandwe, Ester Mputu and Adéline Uwase

Sister Cécile Ndaya