Philippines
On September 14, 1906, five nuns from Tutzing were sent to the Philippines to start a free school for children of poor families when they were asked to take charge of religious education for youth.
KOREA
On November 21, 1925, in Tutzing, Germany, four German nuns set up a convent in Wonsan, South Hamgyong Province to carry out missionary work, but were forced to withdraw by the Communist Party and fled to South Korea in 1950.
KOREA
When the Daegu priority in South Korea grew rapidly, a second priority was established in Seoul in 1987. The two priorates have many small and larger communities involved in mental health, medical care and education.
India
After much prayer, study and discerning about beginning a ministry in India, the MissionaryBenedictine Sisters of Tutzing responded to the invitation of the Most Reverend Bishop MathiasKappil of the mission diocese of Punalur, Kerala.
Congratulations! Sr. Johanna Lee, OSB made her Perpetual Vows on Wednesday January 15, 2025 at the Daegu Priory Chapel.The holy mass was presided over by Most Rev. John Bosco Shin-ho CHANG in Daegu Archdiocese. from the left Sub prioress Sr. Genovefa, Sr. Johanna, Rev. Bishop John Bosco, Prioress Sr. Bethania, and Junior Directress Sr. Virginia Let them prefer nothing…
With gratitude to God,the Missionary Benedictine Sisters of Tutzing, Daegu Priory,joyfully announce the Final Profession. The Rite of final profession of Sr. Johanna Lee, OSB will be celebrated during Masson Wednesday January 15, 2025 at 7:00 AMat the Daegu Priory Chapel. The Rite of final profession of Sr. Lilian Lee, OSBSr. Vania Kim, OSBSr. Adela Han, OSB will be celebrated during…
Prioress Illumina Lee, OSB and the Missionary Benedictine Sisters of Tutzing, Seoul Prioryare happy to announce the Eucharistic Celebration with the rite of Final Profession of Vows of Sr. Maria Kolbe Hong, OSB and Sr. Rosaria Choi, OSB Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 2 pmSeoul Priory Chapel Let us keep the two sisters in our prayers!
On November 16, Sr. Joel Lee from Daegu Priory arrived in Rome for her new mission assignment. On November 21 during noon prayer the Casa community members led by M. Maoro Sye happily welcomed her into their midst. After a prayer said by M. Maoro she gave to her the Local Regulations of the Casa…
On November 20, 2024 during the Manila Priory Election Chapter, which Sr. Mary Thomas Prado, the outgoing prioress of Manila and Vicaress General-Elect, presided, Sr. Lumen Gloria Dungca, presently Vicaress General, was elected as the new prioress of Manila. The installation date will be in February 2025. Congratulations, dear Sr. Lumen Gloria,may God reward you…
September 18 – 20 the generalate conducted the orientation for new prioresses for Sr. Bethania Lee, prioress of Daegu, and Sr. Bernarda Hyera, prioress of Peramiho. After the opening prayer and the welcome through M. Maoro, the generalate listened to the concerns of each of the two priories. Then, different members of the generalate explained…
Daegu Priory is asking for our prayer for Novice Lilian Park,who will celebrate her first profession on August 15, 2024 at 7 amin the chapel of the priory house in Daegu. Novice Lilian Park
On June 16, Manila Priory in the person of Sr. Mary Thomas Prado, Prioress, turned over the stewardship of St. Peter’s College in Ormoc to the archdiocese in the person of Archbishop John Du. 94 years the sisters had served in providing Catholic quality education and formation based on Benedictine values. M. Mary Thomas thanked the Archbishop,…
On March 30, Sr. Maria Gabrielle Costumbrado was appointed as new General Secretary.She received the document of appointment from M. Maoro Sye, Prioress General,and gave the oath of secrecy.We thank Sr. Maria Gabrielle for her readiness.
On February 12, the visitation in Manila Priory by M. Maoro Sye, assisted by Sr. Lumen Gloria Dungca was officially opened. Yet already before that Sr. Lumen Gloria, who had arrived earlier, visited communities and had personal interviews with sisters. Visit in Pambujan Visit to Holy Family Academy, Angeles Angeles Community Visit to Bacolod Visit in…
Let them prefer nothing whatever to Christ -RB 72, 11 With gratitude to God, the Missionary Benedictine Sisters of Tutzing, Daegu Priory, joyfully announce the Final Profession and the First Profession. The Rite of final profession of Sr. Ruah Kim, OSB will be celebrated during Masson Monday February 05, 2024 at 11:00 AM in the chapel…
On December 29, the visitation of Seoul Priory was officially opened through the opening conference of M. Maoro Sye. She will be assisted during this visitation by Sr. Regina Tesch. M. Maoro had arrived already two weeks earlier in the country for a visit to Daegu. Sr. Regina arrived on December 27. After the arrival…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Inviolata (Ok Ran) Kim, OSB was called home to God on November 27, 2023 in Daegu, Korea. She was born on November 7, 1939 in Daegu, Archdiocese of Daegu in Korea. …
On October 3, Sr. Bethania Lee was installed as new prioress of Daegu Priory. The installation was done by the outgoing prioress Sr. Christina Moon,as she was delegated by M. Maoro Sye, Prioress General. After Sr. Christina congratulated the new prioress Sr. Bethania… …all sisters came in front to give her the sign of peace…
On August 15, Novice Elisabeth Junga Sung made her first profession. Her new name is now Sr. Josemaria. May God keep and strengthen her in her vocation!
On July 18, Sr. Bethania Lee was elected prioress of Daegu during the election chapter presided over by M. Maoro Sye. She herself was not part of the chapter, as she is now for some time of renewal in Nairobi. Sr. Bethania Lee
From May 30 to June 11 M. Maoro Sye performed the Generalate Visitation of the community in Los Angeles belonging to Daegu Priory. Los Angeles Community with M. Maoro During the workshop Visit to St. Gabriel parish
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Veronica (Nuttalia Lopez) Origines, OSB was called home to God on May 209, 2023 in Marikina. She was born on August 22, 1927 in Dagupan, Archdiocese of Lingayen-Dagupan. She offered herself to God through…
With deep gratitudeMother Mary Thomas Prado, OSB Prioress and theMissionary Benedictine Sisters of TutzingManila Priory cordially invite you to a Eucharistic Celebrationwith theRite of First Profession of Vows ofNovice Anna Margaretha M. FondevillaandNovice Kathleen Mac L. de Guzman Saturday, 24 June 2023Solemnity of the Birth of Saint John the Baptist9:00 a.m. St. Scholastica’s Formation House27 Magallanes Drive, Silang Crossing WestTagaytay…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Winfrieda (Milagros) Bugayong, OSB was called home to God on April 8, 2023 in Marikina. She was born on April 11, 1920 in Manila, Archdiocese of Manila. She offered herself to God through Temporary Profession…
Congratulations to Sr. Marie Angelo Park, Sr. Cordia Choi, and Sr. Mary Grace Kim, who made their final profession in Daegu on February 10, 2023. from left to right: Sr. Mary Grace Kim, Sr. Cordia Choi, Sr. Marie Angelo Park Congratulations also to Sr. Ottilia Kim, who made her first profession on February 9 in Daegu. May God continue…
On January 17, Sr. Lumen Gloria Dungca arrived in Punalur to conduct the visitation of the Community. At the same time Sr. Maria Luz Dungca from Manila Priory stayed in the community for teaching of the aspirants and supporting the sisters. The remains of our deceased Sr. Leoni Joseph Manimala, who passed away in 2020,…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Celestine (Francisca) Marino, OSB was called home to God on December 30, 2022 in Tutzing. She was born on May 24, 1937 in Bato, Diocese of Nueva Caceres, Philippines. She offered herself to God through…
Sr. Cordia, Sr. Marie Angelo, Sr. Mary Grace The Rite of final profession of Sr.Marie Angelo Park, OSB Sr. Cordia Choi, OSBSr. Mary Grace Kim, OSBWill be celebrated during MassOn Friday February 10, 2023 at 11:00 AM At Daegu Priory Chapel Novice Christina The Rite of first profession of Nov. Christina Kim Will be celebrated…
For the official visitation of Daegu priory Sr. Katharina Mtitu came to Korea together with Prioress General M. Maoro Sye, She visited Seoul priory from 19th December to 23rd December. She had a big smile on her face when the sisters greeted her with welcoming words in Kiswahili ‘Karibu Sana’. In spite of busy season…
Seoul Aewha School is a school for students with hearing impairment and mental challenges offering them education from nursery to High School. After graduation in High school, students can still enroll in vocational education. Their educational programs are enjoyable and profitable for their future. Their education is not purely academic, but involves as well social…
On the night of 29 October 2022, a crowd crush occurred during Halloween festivities in the Itaewon neighborhood of Seoul, when 158 mostly young people died and 197 were injured. Seven Major Religious Associations of Korea opened the Memorial Rite of Itaewon tragedy on 16th December, It was the 49th day to commemorate the victims of Itaewon disaster.…
When tropical storm Paeng rained down on us in October, St. Scholastica Spirituality Center (SSCS) lived under a cloud of fog for days. The grounds were littered with broken branches, twigs and leaves and roofs leaked where the winds had torn down gutters and windows. However, the skies lifted up on All Saints and All…
November 26 at 2: 00 – 5: 00 PM, Our instructor, Ms. Liesl Chua showed us first some video clips about how to paint on glass. She also presented to us the different types of brushes as well as the paints such as acrylic and enamel which are used for glass. Our instructor is a…
On November 9, the visitation in Daegu Priory was opened by M. Maoro Sye. She is assisted by Sr. Katharina Mtitu and Sr. Philippa Kwak. Autumn Season in Daegu Priory House Visit to the Bene Center Visit to …. << DAEGU PRIORY We can see more pictures. On November 14, the superiors’ meeting was held online…
October is Peasant and Indigenous Peoples’ Month in the country. Our local farmers, many of whom are indigenous peoples, form the backbone of our agricultural economy and society. They are the ones providing food on our table, but they are also the most impoverished sector in our country due to contnuing threats of land conversion,…
Our community, which had not been able to gather for a while due to COVID-19, gathered on Community Day for the first time in three years and held the ‘Proclamation Ceremony the 100th Anniversary of our Congregation in Korea’. The Preparation Committee set the theme of the 100th anniversary as ‘Invitation to This Land, with…
Offering of the resolution cards at the beginning of the Season of Creation On 04 September, the day of Creation, we offered cards with our resolutions at the altar, as we entered the chapel in procession for the night prayer. The altar was decorated with the image of the burning bush, logo of this year’s…
Changwon Fatima Hospital donated approximately $9,000 to Tanzania through the ‘Fatima Love Fund’, a voluntary fundraising organization of its employees. The donation will be used for the purchase of medical equipment for the intensive care unit of St. Anna’s Health Center in Uwemba, Tanzania, the replacement of pump well motors at Uwemba Secondary School, and…
Climate Action for The Neighboring Local Community On 23 September, the 1st campaign for the Climate Action was launched under the initiation of the sisters of St. Benedict Group. They staged a picket, holding their picket signs which were made during their recreation time, at Donam crossroads for an hour after lunch. On 21 October…
The Socio-Pastoral Apostolate, or SPA, is one of the implementing arms of the missionary endeavors of the Manila Priory. The sisters are assigned to the social apostolate in the outreach centers of our schools and hospitals. Those sisters took to heart the fiat they prayed in response to the exhortation from Micah 6:8: “And what does…
On September 10 it was two years that our beloved Sr. Leoni Joseph Manimala passed on to eternity. The sisters in Punalur community remembered their former superior with Holy Mass in the convent chapel and a blessing at the cemetery. May she rest in peace and intercede for our sisters in India!
The On-going Formation Team of the Manila Priory organized an online Basic Flower Arrangement Workshop last August 19-20, 2022 from 2:30 – 5:30 in the afternoon. because of COVID infection, this time among men, women employees and three Sisters in the Priory House, but fortunately it pushed through on the scheduled dates. The facilitator, Ms…
On August 15, two novices made their first profession in Daegu Priory House. We congratulate Sr. Bertha Oh and Sr. Chanmi Kim Sr. Bertha Oh, OSB and Sr. Chanmi Kim, OSB On August 14, Nov. Lilian Park (Sun Young) started her noviciate. Nov. Lilian Park (Su Young)
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Maria Bonifatio (Dong Ae) Keum, OSB was called home to God on August 13, 2022 in Daegu. She was born on August 24, 1952 in Daegu, Diocese of Daegu. She offered herself…
On June 19, Manila Priory celebrated the First Profession of Sr. Maria Caritas Flor, OSB and the Final Profession of Sr. Stella Maria Martinez. Sr. Stella Maria signing the profession card as a pledge of fidelity Novice Jennifer R. Flor signing the profession card. From now on she will be…
On-saeng-myeong care team conducted Food Refurb Day on both May 18 and June 17. Food Refurb means that using agricultural products, not good enough in shape to be sold but still good in taste and nutrition, new foods are produced which people may purchase. This campaign is intended to use all the farm products as…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Marie Via (Myong Ja) Sye, OSB was called home to God on June 7, 2022 in Seoul. She was born on February 4, 1941 in Ansung, Diocese of Suwon, Korea. She offered herself to God…
Laudato Si’ Week, which takes place from the 22-29 May, celebrates this year the seventh anniversary of Pope Francis’ encyclical on Care for our Common Home. At a home for the senior sisters in Pocheon At the prioryhouse garden, in Seoul There are 7 cottonwood trees in the convent garden. The 4th cottonwood tree…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Caecilia (Ok Joo) KANG, OSB was called home to God on April 24, 2022 in Daegu. She was born on October 19, 1941 in Wonsan, Diocese of Hamheung. She offered herself to God through Temporary…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Simeon (Hwa Ja) Hong, OSB was called home to God on April 24, 2022 in Daegu. She was born on May 19, 1944 in Daegu, Archdiocese of Daegu. She offered…
521 boxes of goods collected through donations and sponsorships to help Tanzania from all over the country, including the employees of Daegu Fatima Hospital, were moved to a shipping container on March 28. The shipping container departed from Busan Port on March 30 expecting to arrive at Dar es Salaam Port in Tanzania around the…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Alicia (Leonila) SOBREVIÑAS, OSB was called home to God on April 17, 2022 in Marikina She was born on January 17, 1938 in Pakil, Laguna Diocese of San Pablo. She offered herself…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. M. Consuelo (Marilyn) de la Paz, OSB was called home to God on April 2, 2022 in Manila She was born on September 6, 1950 in Manila, Archdiocese of Manila. She…
Final Profession of Sr. Aloysia Lee On February 12, 2022 Sr. Aloysia Lee said her Yes in the Final Profession in Daegu Priory House. Congratulations to Sr. Serena and Daegu Priory! May God always protect and guide her on her way to Him! Priory Website >>
First Profession of Sr. Sr. Serena Lee On Feb 10, 2022 Novice Elia (Su-Min) Jung made her first profession in Daegu / Korea. From now on she will be called Sr. Serena. Congratulations to Sr. Serena and Daegu Priory! May God always protect and guide her on her way to Him! Priory Website >>
Liturgy, Prayer and Action plans by group Fostering Eco-Spirituality Education Making compost using food waste Ecological Education to Kindergarten children JPIC committee meeting Especially, beans Korean traditional fermentation food ‘Doenjang(soybean paste)’ is made by beans from our farm. PARTICIPATORY ACTION solidarity with the activities for the reinstatement of unfairly laid off workers solidarity with Myanmar’s…
Sustainable Farming Growing a backyard food garden Ecological Spiritualty: Stations of Creation As an alternative to our Mission School, the Sisters have shifted to a Tutorial Center, an outreach program for children of poor families. Support Services resumed on-line Share a Meal
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Jin-I (Su Jin) Kim, OSB was called home to God on December 18, 2021 in Seoul. She was born on November 30, 1971 in Busan, Korea, Diocese of Busan. She offered herself…
Graduation Concert: Sr. Rosaria Yoon On December 10, 2021 Sr. Rosaria Yoon brought her six years of intensive studies at the Pontifical Institute for Sacred Music to a successful conclusion. Most of the sisters of the Casa community could be present to support her witnessing her artistic expertise. Immersed in the music to which Sr. Rosaria…
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Marie Vita (Mi Young) Kim, OSB was called home to God on December 04, 2021 in Seoul She was born on 01 September, 1945 in Seoul, Diocese of Seoul in Korea. She…
As our relationship with our divine Creator has been neglected, human relationships have faltered, and our world has grown hotter, less stable, and more lifeless. As a result, we all suffer, and the poorest and most vulnerable suffer above all. We face a “complex crisis that is both social and environmental.” (LS 139) Sisters in Manila…
Sr. Esperanza(Ceferina) Alcazar , OSB “Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sr. Esperanza(Ceferina) Alcazar , OSB was called home to God on September 26, 2021 in Marikina. She was born on August 26, 1942 in Buli, Taal, Archdiocese…
A little bit over a hundred years ago, five young, adventurous women left their monastery in Tutzing, Germany. They sailed to the far east – to a strange land they had never seen nor heard. They sailed in mid-August 1906 and arrived in Manila, on September 14. Today, Manila Priory celebrated 115 years of its…
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FINAL PROFESSION IN Manila Despite the continuing pandemic and the political turmoil in the country, God still intervenes. On the 4th of September 2021, Saturday, a day dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Sr. Matthea A. Husmillo, OSB of the Diocese of Legazpi, committed her whole self to God in perpetuity at…
Jubilee 25 Years Missionary Benedictine Presence in Punalur / India On August 22, 2021 the Punalur community in India opened the two month celebration of 25 years Missionary Benedictine Presence in India. Bishop Selvister Ponnumuthan presided over the Holy Mass to mark the begin of the jubilee celebration. We join our community of Punalur in…
We congratulate Sr. Winfrieda and the Manila Priory! May her faithfulness encourage us on our way!
Adieu! Sr. Maria Johanna On Friday, August 27, 2021 Sr. Maria Johanna Nakshathram, a junior sister from India, left us for her home country. May God always protect and guide her!
Daegu Fatima Hospital’s Zero Waste Shop, ‘Ayang-ro 99’ As ecological environmental problems become more serious, the Zero Waste Shop “Ayang-ro 99” was opened at Daegu Fatima Hospital to spread eco-friendly daily culture through the introduction and sale of Zero West goods that can be used in daily life. Currently, the Zero Waste Shop is temporarily…
On August 15, 2021 Sr. Benedicta Kim said her yes during the celebration of her first profession in Daegu / Korea. “The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer” Psalms 18:2
Soup Kitchen episode in time of pandemic by Sr. Nicolao Park OSB At present our soup kitchen delivers packed lunches to 50 persons with the help of 15-20 volunteers every day and packed appetizers (side dishes) for 17 persons twice a week. And more than 70 number of the elder come to the soup kitchen.…
Music concert for the dedication of a new Organ on the feast of St. Benedict Seoul Priory On 10th July, there was a dedication music concert of the new organ which was donated by Theresa Park, last May in our convent chaple. This ensemble piece was wonderful. Because of Covid 19, we could not invite…
Video meeting during the Covid-19 Pandemic On-line community assembly The whole community had an Untact Video Conference Monday evening of May 3rd in order to discuss the reconstruction plan of Sangji Retreat House. After the report of Sr. Illumina, all community members shared their opinions. Cenacle, LAN cable vocation meeting At 10:00 a.m. every Sunday…
Dr. Giorgio Bordin and family help the poor Sisters were divided into two groups and discussed the furture and the problem of rebuilding of the retreat house in the light of the morning lecture.
Dr. Giorgio Bordin and family help the poor The 22nd Manila Priory Chapter held in April 2019 has endorsed to all the communities: “that each community shall plant and nurture at least 100 trees within 2 years as a manifestation of our Benedictine stewardship.” Likewise, this is an affirmative action to the recommendation of the 13th…
Blessing Ceremony for Completion of the Extension of Outpatient Ward The two-year extension and remodeling work of the outpatient ward, which started in April 2019 as part of celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Establishment of Changwon Fatima Hospital, was completed, and the dedication ceremony of the new chapel of hospital was held along with…
Sister Mary Daniel Park , OSB “Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Our dear Sister Mary Daniel (Jae Yoon) Park, OSB was called home to God on May 23, 2021 in Daegu . She was born on April 13, 1938 in…
Prioress of the Seoul Priory’s Visit to the Daegu Priory House Sr. Illumina Lee, Prioress of Seoul Priory, and Sr. Theresa Kim, councilor, visited the Daegu Priory House and Scholastica House. She hoped the two Priories, Daegu and Seoul, would walk well together as spiritual companions on the journey of religious life.
The Invitation Card for the First Profession in Manila
Prioress of the Seoul Priory’s Visit to the Daegu Priory House In mid-April 2021, numerous community pantries have sprouted across the country to help others in need of food and other basic necessities through donated goods or cash by people of goodwill. This concept of Filipino ‘bayanihan’ or solidarity with those in dire need amid…
Sr. Mary Thomas Prado was installed as Prioress of Manila / Philippines on April 11, 2021. She was elected Prioress of Manila / Philippines on February 16, 2021.
“Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you, I have called you by your name, you are mine.” Is 43,1 Sister Sebastiana (Mi Ja) Im, OSB was called home to God on April 9, 2021 in Deagu. She offered herself to God through Temporary Profession on September 17, 1969 in Daegu / Korea and Perpetual…
Easter Candles Display The Easter candles express God’s love and mercy, falling upon the world through Jesus Christ who is the Beginning and the End. The Cross carved on the Easter candle conveys the Paschal Journey of suffering, death and resurrection of Christ. The priory house Easter Candles were displayed, decorated by Sr. Liberata…
The Community in Baguio / Philippines Shelters Children with Special Needs from Ash fall of Taal Volcano Eruption Taal Volcano Eruption January 2020 Missionary Benedictine Sisters St. Scholastica’s Convent & Retreat House Baguio City The Community Missionary Benedictine Sisters, Baguio City Shelters Children with Special Needs from Ash Fall of Taal Volcano Eruption by…
Sr. Benedicta Yeo Won the 32nd ASAN Award of this Year in KOREA ASAN Foundation under the Hyun Dai Group, one of the Korea’s leading corporations, has annually rewarded those who have devoted themselves to doing volunteer ASAN Foundation under the Hyun Dai Group, one of the Korea’s leading corporations, has annually rewarded those who…
