Joy Inspires the Invitation to Religious Life in Central America

I thank God at every moment for the gift of my vocation. I know I have been chosen, called, and sent on a specific mission for the Church and the world, living out the charism and spirituality of the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.

The joy of being fulfilled as a Sister of Charity of the Incarnate Word inspires me to invite others to embrace our charism.

With gratitude, faith, and trust in Jesus, the Incarnate Word, I constantly turn to Him in prayer, asking: Where should I go next? You know who and where the ones you have chosen are—the ones called to extend your love through our charism.

One of my greatest strengths in this ministry is my ability to connect with young people. I naturally build friendships with them, which fosters trust. Those who are searching for their path feel encouraged to explore religious life, getting to know us and discerning their vocation. An essential part of this process is trusting them—welcoming them into our community so they can experience our way of life firsthand. This mutual encounter allows us to understand one another better. Through personal growth workshops and vocational discernment, they gain greater clarity and freedom in their decision-making.

I am deeply grateful for the prayers of my fellow Sisters and others who support vocations, including my own sister. Step by step, new members join our charism.

Currently, four young women are in the discernment process: one from Huehuetenango, one from Chiquimula, and two from the capital city. I trust that more will soon follow—those still in their search or aspirancy. Throughout this journey, I have always felt accompanied and guided by the Incarnate Word, the Virgin Mary, Mother and model of vocations, Claude Marie Dubuis, and other saints to whom I entrust the growth of our Congregation.

I thank God for the gifts He has given me and my Congregation for supporting me in developing them. From my earliest years of religious life, I have gained valuable experience in youth ministry, which has greatly enriched my work in Vocational Pastoral Ministry. This journey has also strengthened my ability to collaborate in teams with other vocation promoters. I am especially grateful to my formators—Sisters Magdalena, Marilú, and Sr. Francesca, who guided me during my formation. I also remember with deep appreciation Sr. Juana Margarita, who introduced me to Vocational Pastoral Ministry. May she rest in peace—her joy and passion for vocations continue to inspire me. I am also thankful to our Leadership for their trust and the opportunity to serve in this ministry, as well as to the Sisters of our Region for their unwavering support.

When I see the pre-novices and affiliates gathered together, I recall a special gift I received while discerning my own vocation. In a dream, Claude Marie handed me a flower vase filled with a beautiful variety of flowers. That image continues to fill me with joy and confidence, strengthening my commitment to his legacy of unconditional love and my hope for new members in our CCVI family.
PRAISED BE THE INCARNATE WORD, FOREVER! AMEN.