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First Profession of Ten Novices
A Solemn Commitment to the Franciscan Religious Life at Assisi Shanthi Kendra
May 1, 2026, Karukutty: The St. Maximilian Kolbe Province of the Conventual Franciscans celebrated the First Profession of Ten Novices at Assisi Shanthi Kendra, Karukutty, during a solemn Eucharistic celebration presided over by Very Rev. Fr. Michael Earaly, OFM Conv., Minister Provincial.
Through the rite of First Profession, the novices publicly embraced the evangelical counsels of poverty, chastity, and obedience, beginning their formal commitment to the Franciscan religious life.
The newly professed friars are Bibin Davis Maliakkal, Satya Gomango, Jerin Joseph, Sisir Sabha Sundar, Pynbhalang Lyngdoh Lynkhoi, Rocki Digal, Oswald Soreng, Alen Pappinissery, Dalviyon Madan, and Glaze Chundanai
The celebration marked a significant milestone in their vocational journey and a moment of joy for their families, friends, and the entire Franciscan community. The Province entrusts these young friars to the intercession of St. Francis of Assisi as they continue their formation and preparation for future service in the Church.