A Sacred Beginning: Initial Formation Ceremony of OCDS Aspirants @ Londa
The Carmel Nivas Community in Londa witnessed a momentous occasion on December 1, 2024, as six aspirants of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites (OCDS) from the St. Teresa of Avila Community embarked on their Initial Formation I. This significant milestone marked the beginning of their deeper commitment to the Carmelite way of life.

The St. Teresa of Avila Community, founded by Fr. Wilson Tauro and nurtured by Fr. Anthon Souz, is currently under the spiritual guidance of Fr. Siltan Noronha. This community has been instrumental in fostering vocations to the OCDS, providing a nurturing environment for individuals seeking a closer relationship with Jesus and a life of service and prayer.

The solemn ceremony was presided over by Rev. Fr. Deep Fernandes, the Provincial Delegate for OCDS. He formally inducted the aspirants into their initial formation journey, emphasizing the essence of prayer, community life, and apostolic witness. The six aspirants—Paul Borges, Michael Carvalho, Deepak D’Costa, Florin Damle, Antonita D’Costa, and Prasilla Fernandes—publicly expressed their desire to follow the Carmelite charism.

During the formation, the aspirants are invited to deepen their relationship with Jesus through a life rooted in prayer. This includes the daily recitation of the Prayer of the Church, meditation, and personal reflection. Their apostolic mission calls them to be living witnesses of God’s presence, spreading Christ’s love and compassion in their everyday interactions. Furthermore, they are encouraged to foster unity and support within their community, nurturing a spirit of harmony and shared mission.

The entire community extended their heartfelt congratulations to the aspirants, assuring them of their prayers and support as they embark on this sacred journey. May this initial step be the foundation of a fruitful and transformative vocation in the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites.

 
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