A two-week long renewal programme was held for the three batches (2003-2005) of Sisters at Bethel from 9 to 24 June, 2016. The entire programme was planned to give the group an experience of renewal, sharing and learning from each other. At the start of the programme the group came together for the celebration of the Eucharist, the source and summit of Christian faith. Followed by this was the introductory session, during which Sr. Mary Perunilam, the Assistant General welcomed the group and briefed them about the entire days’ programme. Commenting on the programme as one of the opportune times for self-renewal, she urged the Sisters to cooperate with the graces of God and His blessings. 

The group had input sessions by different resource persons: Sr. Philomena Mathew, Superior General on ‘Consecrated Life’ and ‘Founder’, Sr. Mary Thadavanal on ‘Psycho-spiritual integration’, Fr. Bitaju of the Holy Trinity Congregation on ‘Journey to the inner depths’, Sr. Mary Perunilam on ‘On-going Formation’ and ‘Religious discipline’, and Fr. Anto V.C. guided their spiritual retreat. 

During the programme days, the group had a pilgrimage to the Founder’s tomb at ‘Peachlands’, where they spent time in prayer, reflection and Holy Mass. They were privileged to get the chance to enter the Holy Door of the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, Shillong and the Holy Redeemer Retreat Centre, Umroi.