New Provincial Leadership of the German Province Elected

Shortly after the conclusion of the Provincial Chapter of the German Province, the Provincial Chapter of the JapUnder the motto “Pilgrims of Hope,” we were able to experience days of prayer, exchange, counsel, and decision-making.

Spiritual Opening

Father Michael Plattig opened the chapter with a Eucharistic celebration in which he invited us to trust in the Spirit of God—and at the same time to celebrate the chapter as a feast. A special sign was the lighting of the chapter candle by Sr. Leemary, a symbol of the light of the Holy Spirit that accompanied us.

Work and Spiritual Impulses

Sr. M. Margarete, in her reflection on the theme “Pilgrims of Hope,” provided a valuable foundation for exchange and shared reflection. Our days were marked by discussion groups, times of prayer, a daily bibliolog, and the sharing of personal stories of hope. In this way, a deep sense of connection and orientation toward the future grew.

Gratitude and Remembrance

During Vespers, we commemorated with reverence the 104 sisters who passed away over the past four years. Their witness remains alive in our community.

Election of the New Provincial Leadership

On September 13, the electoral chapter began under the chairmanship of our Superior General, Sr. M. Margarete, and moderator Sr. Ruth Pucher.
We joyfully announce the newly elected provincial leadership:

Sr. M. Diethilde Bövingloh
Sr. Marianne Kamlage
Sr. Leemary Sebastian
Sr. M. Vera Lütkebohmert

We thank them for their willingness to take on this service and wish them God’s abundant blessing.

A festive evening, a shared pilgrimage to Telgte—our place of foundation—and the solemn signing of the closing document rounded off these days.

With great gratitude, we look back on the 2025 Provincial Chapter. Strengthened by shared prayer and carried by God’s encouragement, we continue our journey—as Pilgrims of Hope.