The Carmelite Sisters of Our Lady gathered for their Ninth General Chapter to discern the will of God for the Congregation for the next four years. The momentous celebration took place at St. Joseph Seminary College in Agan-an, Sibulan, Negros Oriental, Philippines on April 11-19, 2023.
The theme of the Chapter, “You are the Salt of the Earth and Light of the World” taken from Matthew 5:13-14 underscores the congregations unique calling to be agents of change in a world that hungers for love and light. As a Congregation, they seek to embody the love of Christ in a special way and are committed to be the light in the world.
At the General Chapter of Elections, the following were elected for the next quadrennium:
Superior General –
Sr. Baybeth Marie K. Andaya, Carm. O. L.
1st General Councilor and General Assistant –
Sr. Jocelinda Agnes C. Cacas, Carm. O. L.
2nd General Councilor –
Sr. Leonila Augustine N. Kilinguen, Carm. O. L.
3rd General Councilor and General Treasurer –
Sr. Liezl Soreth B. Jaralve, Carm. O. L.
4th General Councilor and General Secretary –
Sr. Elena Therese T. Soldivillo, Carm. O. L.
