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The litany of the Saints by the Sisters of Calvary Catholic Church Choir (Botswana)

The 25th anniversary of religious profession in the Catholic tradition is commonly known as the Silver Jubilee. This milestone marks a quarter-century (25 years) of consecrated life, where a religious sister (or brother/priest) celebrates fidelity to their vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, offering profound thanksgiving to God for His grace and mercy over those years. Significance of the Silver Jubilee Symbolic meaning: Silver represents purity, endurance, and value refined by time—much like the jubilarian's life has been shaped and strengthened through daily commitment, trials, and service. It's a joyful yet reflective occasion, often described as a "renewal of vows" in spirit, even if not a formal re-profession. importance of the litany of saints during the 2th anniversary of the religious profession of Sr Seipato, a Sister of Calvary (SC) composed by Fr Paul Manci and translated into the Setswana language from the original ZuluThe Litany of the Saints (known as Ilithani labaCwebileyo in isiZulu) holds deep significance in Catholic liturgy, especially during solemn celebrations of religious life such as professions, ordinations, consecrations, and major anniversaries like jubilees. This particular version was composed by Fr Paul Manci (SCP), a South African Catholic priest known for his contributions to liturgical music in indigenous languages. His composition is widely used in Zulu-speaking communities and has been recorded and sung at events like episcopal ordinations, priestly ordinations, and other sacred occasions. It has been translated into Setswana (the language spoken in Botswana and parts of South Africa) for this event, making it culturally resonant and accessible for the local congregation and Sr. Seipato's community. Singing it in the vernacular (here, Setswana translation from Fr. Manci's Zulu original) enhances participation, fosters cultural inculturation, and makes the prayer more heartfelt for Setswana-speaking attendees, bridging tradition with local expression. Liturgical celebration: Typically centered on a Solemn Eucharistic Celebration (Mass), it includes elements like: Renewal or remembrance of vows. Special prayers of thanksgiving. Blessings for continued perseverance. Often, the inclusion of the Litany of the Saints (as discussed previously) to invoke heavenly intercession for the sister, her congregation, family, and the Church. Community dimension: Family, friends, fellow sisters, clergy, and the local faithful gather to honor the jubilarian's service. It's a time of feasting, sharing testimonies, and reaffirming the gift of consecrated life to the world. Biblical echoes: Draws from themes like the "cloud of witnesses" (Hebrews 12:1), the faithful servant rewarded (Matthew 25), and God's enduring love (Psalm 136). In the specific case of Sr. Seipato Moumakwa SC (Sisters of Calvary, Botswana), her Silver Jubilee celebrated 25 years since her religious profession. The main Solemn Eucharistic Celebration took place on 26 April 2025 at St. Joseph's Parish, Kgale, with invitations extended widely through the congregation's channels. Additional thanksgiving events (e.g., in places like Hukuntsi) followed, reflecting gratitude for her ministry within this indigenous Botswanan congregation founded in 1966. Such jubilees are beacons of hope in religious life—proof that God's call endures, and that one person's "yes" can bear fruit for decades in building the Kingdom. If this ties into a personal connection or further details you'd like explored (e.g., more on the Sisters of Calvary or liturgical customs), feel free to share! 🎉🙏