On the Solemnity of St. Joseph last March 19, 2021, active members of the Dominican Laity of St. Martin de Porres at Dominican International school, Taipei, Taiwan(ROC) faithfully and lovingly responded to the call of God to seek a richer and deeper spiritual life as they successfully elevated into novices during the recently concluded Dominican Laity Novice Investiture held at the DIST school’s chapel. This momentous event was presided over by Rev. Fr. Tomasz Zalewski, O.P., the spiritual Companion of the group and graced by the Dominican sisters of Dominican International School Taipei, Blessed Imelda and Dominican International School, Kaohsiung.
Presided by Rev. Fr. Tomasz, the candidates for the Novitiate were challenged to dedicate themselves to a life of prayer that is founded on the living Word of God, and to preach the Truth of Christ from graces received in interior silence, fervent prayer, and assiduous study. They are “distinguished both by their own spirituality and by their service to God and neighbor in the Church. As members of the Order, they are expected to participate in its apostolic mission through prayer, study and preaching according to the state proper to the laity” (The Fundamental Constitution of the Lay Dominicans 4).
The holy celebration formally commenced with the procession of the Dominican Laity and the presider. Guided by the light of St. Joseph’s candle, they serenaded the Patron with the beautiful Hymn, “Holy Patron Saluting”, and recited the Consecration to St. Joseph.
The intertwined significant events during the Eucharistic celebration gave honor to St. Joseph as a beloved, tender and loving, obedient, accepting; a father who is creatively courageous, a working father, a father in the shadows (from the New Apostolic Letter ‘Patris Corde’ or “With a Father’s Heart” of Pope Francis). Consequently, this celebration formally welcomes the novices to the Dominican Family.
Sr. Ma. Zenaida Ancheta, O.P., the Religious Assistant of the group, recommended and confirmed the candidates for novitiate. She also assisted the presider for the distribution of the Scapular to remind all the novices about the importance of group’s Marian character. Wearing scapular is a reminder to the novices of their Marian devotion---to imitate the praying Virgin who kept the word of God in her heart (Lk 2:19,51), setting aside some time to meet God in prayer, meditating on the mysteries of salvation, taking part in faith in the liturgy of the Church (attending Mass), especially the Eucharist, reciting every day some liturgical hour or some psalms or the Rosary.
The Holy celebration was joyfully concluded with the singing of the 13th century Dominican Blessing.
After the sharing at the Banquet of the Lord, a sumptuous dinner was served for all at Grand Hotel, Taipei.
The holy celebration formally commenced with the procession of the Dominican Laity and the presider. Guided by the light of St. Joseph’s candle, they serenaded the Patron with the beautiful Hymn, “Holy Patron Saluting”, and recited the Consecration to St. Joseph.
The intertwined significant events during the Eucharistic celebration gave honor to St. Joseph as a beloved, tender and loving, obedient, accepting; a father who is creatively courageous, a working father, a father in the shadows (from the New Apostolic Letter ‘Patris Corde’ or “With a Father’s Heart” of Pope Francis). Consequently, this celebration formally welcomes the novices to the Dominican Family.
Sr. Ma. Zenaida Ancheta, O.P., the Religious Assistant of the group, recommended and confirmed the candidates for novitiate. She also assisted the presider for the distribution of the Scapular to remind all the novices about the importance of group’s Marian character. Wearing scapular is a reminder to the novices of their Marian devotion---to imitate the praying Virgin who kept the word of God in her heart (Lk 2:19,51), setting aside some time to meet God in prayer, meditating on the mysteries of salvation, taking part in faith in the liturgy of the Church (attending Mass), especially the Eucharist, reciting every day some liturgical hour or some psalms or the Rosary.
The Holy celebration was joyfully concluded with the singing of the 13th century Dominican Blessing.
After the sharing at the Banquet of the Lord, a sumptuous dinner was served for all at Grand Hotel, Taipei.
The Dominican Laity Novices of St. Martin de Porres are:(from the left)
Noel E. Francisco, Adriano B. Crisostomo, Jr., Mervin D. Villaroya,Graciano Castillo, John Erick S. Moje,Erick Glenndon A. Gonzales, Gustl B. Pido,
Anhvu Nguyen,Jofil Collado, Edward C. Solis, Arcel Joseph Amoguis, Ronaldo Francisco,
(in front) Xochilt Scarlet Artola Cerna , Ma. Robeth R. Gareza-Collado, Sr. Ma. Zenaida Ancheta, O.P. , Mary Grace L. Crisostomo, Coney Marie Catalan-Pido
Noel E. Francisco, Adriano B. Crisostomo, Jr., Mervin D. Villaroya,Graciano Castillo, John Erick S. Moje,Erick Glenndon A. Gonzales, Gustl B. Pido,
Anhvu Nguyen,Jofil Collado, Edward C. Solis, Arcel Joseph Amoguis, Ronaldo Francisco,
(in front) Xochilt Scarlet Artola Cerna , Ma. Robeth R. Gareza-Collado, Sr. Ma. Zenaida Ancheta, O.P. , Mary Grace L. Crisostomo, Coney Marie Catalan-Pido
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Consecration to St. Joseph
O dearest St. Joseph, we consecrate ourselves to honor and offer ourselves to God, that you may always be our father, our protector, and our guide in the way of salvation. Obtain for us a great purity of heart and a fervent love of the interior life. After your example, may we do all our actions for the glory of God, in union with the Divine Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary! O Blessed St. Joseph, pray for us that we may share in the peace and joy of your holy death Amen. 
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13th century Dominican Blessing
May God Creator bless us. May God Redeemer heal us. God, the Holy Spirit, fill us with your light. God give us eyes to see you, And ears to hear your voice. God give us minds to know Your will And hands to work for justice. May God Creator bless us. May God Redeemer heal us. God, the Holy Spirit, fill us with your light. God, give us feet to journey A mouth to preach Your Word, God, help us to proclaim aloud the Good News of Salvation. May God Creator bless us. May God Redeemer heal us. God, the Holy Spirit, fill us with your light. And may the Holy Angel watch over us in peace. Then, in the goodness of your love Direct us home to heaven. May God Creator bless us. May God Redeemer heal us. God, the Holy Spirit, fill us with your light. |
St. Martin de Porres, Pray for us!
St. Dominic de Guzman, Pray for us!
St. Joseph, Pray for us!
St. Dominic de Guzman, Pray for us!
St. Joseph, Pray for us!
