Written by Sr. Justina Ngulube (SHR)
The Sisters of the Holy Rosary (SHR) in Mzuzu Diocese successfully concluded their Mini-Chapter on 25th October 2026 with a Eucharistic Celebration presided over by the Catholic Bishop of Mzuzu Diocese, Rt. Rev. Yohane Suzgo Nyirenda. The Moderator of the Mini-Chapter, Fr. Blaise Jailos as a co-celebrant.
In his homily, Bishop Nyirenda emphasised the importance of following God’s commandments, particularly the commandment to love one another as we love ourselves. He encouraged the Religious Sisters to demonstrate genuine love towards everyone they encounter, especially in the various apostolates where they serve.
He further reminded the Sisters to remain faithful to their congregational motto, “Proclaiming the Kingdom of God in Love,” and to allow it to guide their daily lives and ministry. He stressed that the motto should serve as a constant reminder of their mission to proclaim God’s Kingdom through love, service and commitment to others.
The Bishop also highlighted the many challenges facing the world today, emphasising the need for prayers from Religious people to help bring positive change to society.
Reflecting on the purpose of the Mini-Chapter, he encouraged the Sisters to build on the achievements of the past three years while identifying areas that require improvement. He urged them to sustain the practices that have worked well and develop practical strategies to address shortcomings for the continued growth and development of the Congregation.
Following the Eucharistic Celebration, the Sisters proceeded to the Chapter Hall, where a series of speeches marked the conclusion of the Mini-Chapter.
The Superior General, Sr. Bernadette Mnyenyembe, warmly welcomed the Bishop, the Moderator and all the capitulants.
In his address, Bishop Nyirenda encouraged the Sisters of the Holy Rosary to remain focused on their religious vocation and committed to the resolutions and plans developed during the Mini-Chapter. He emphasised that these resolutions should be put into practice for the benefit of the entire Congregation.
The Moderator, Fr. Blaise Jailos, expressed gratitude to God for guiding the Sisters throughout the Mini-Chapter. He also thanked the Superior General and all the capitulants for their cooperation and active participation. Acknowledging that the task had not been easy, he recognised that, through God’s mercy, the Mini-Chapter had been successfully completed.
Fr. Jailos urged the Superior General and all the capitulants to implement the resolutions they had made, stressing that their value would be realised through practical action for the benefit of the entire Congregation.
In her speech, the Superior General, Sr. Bernadette Mnyenyembe, thanked God for granting the Sisters good health throughout the Mini-Chapter. She expressed sincere appreciation to Bishop Nyirenda for his presence, support, and prayers, acknowledging his busy schedule and his continued commitment to supporting the Congregation.
She also thanked the Moderator, Fr. Blaise Jailos, for his guidance and direction throughout the Mini-Chapter. She acknowledged the demanding nature of his responsibility and expressed gratitude for his wholehearted acceptance of the task. She expressed hope that the resolutions reached would contribute positively to the growth and development of the entire Congregation.
Furthermore, Sr. Bernadette thanked all the capitulants who travelled from different communities to participate in the Mini-Chapter. She recognised the importance of their presence, contributions, and shared reflections in shaping the future of the Congregation.
In conclusion, she wished the Bishop, the Moderator, and all the capitulants’ safe journeys back to their respective destinations.
As part of their customary practice, the Sisters of the Holy Rosary organised a farewell celebration for the Moderator, Fr. Blaise Jailos, in the dining room. The occasion was joyful and memorable, marked by beautiful songs, heartfelt speeches, and a special cake shared in honour of the Moderator and the capitulants.
