Women of Hope: UISG Concludes Its XXIII Plenary Assembly with a Call for Transformation
The XXIII Plenary Assembly of the International Union of Superiors General (UISG) reaches its penultimate day today, after an intense journey of work, prayer, and shared discernment under the theme “Consecrated life: a hope that transforms.” The day began with a morning prayer focused on gratitude, inviting participants to recognize the fruits of these days […]
Religious Life: Sowing Hope at the Frontiers of Pain and Exclusion
In a spirit of deep reflection and spiritual communion, the third day of the 2025 Plenary Assembly of the International Union of Superiors General (UISG) took place on May 7 at the Ergife Palace Hotel in Rome, focusing on the theme “Religious Women: Bearers of Hope in Demanding Situations” The day opened with a moving […]
“Shining in the night”: Consecrated life as transforming hope
The second day of the UISG 2025 Plenary Assembly began with a moment of prayer, in deep listening to the Spirit. A prayerful synthesis helped reflect on the reality lived the previous day. The assembly then warmly welcomed Sister Simona Brambilla, Missionary of Consolata, former Prefect of the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life […]
The 23rd Assembly of the UISG: “Consecrated Life, a Hope that Transforms”
The 23rd Plenary Assembly of the UISG opened today in Rome at the Ergife Palace Hotel, with the participation of over 900 Superiors General from around the world. The event is taking place at a crucial moment for the Church, marked by the recent passing of Pope Francis and the anticipation of a new Pontiff, […]
Press Release: XXIII UISG Plenary Assembly 2025: “Consecrated life: A Hope That Transforms”
Rome, April 29, 2025 – From May 5 to 9, the XXIII UISG Plenary Assembly will be held in attendance at the Hotel Ergife. As the world mourns the death of our beloved Pope Francis, it seems particularly significant that the Superior Generals, gathered in assembly, reflect on Consecrated Life as a transforming presence of […]
Shalini Mulackal: A Prophetic Voice in Service of Consecrated Life and Synodality
Alongside Sr. Margaret, another key speaker at the UISG Plenary Assembly 2025 will be Sr. Shalini Mulackal, an Indian religious from the Sisters of the Presentation, who will speak in the afternoon of May 7. She currently coordinates the Formators’ Programme at UISG. She taught systematic theology for many years at the Vidyajyoti College of […]
Sr. Margaret Maung: Bearer of Hope in Difficult Situations
Another speaker at the UISG Plenary Assembly 2025 will be Sr. Margaret Maung, a religious from the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions (RNDM), who will speak in the afternoon of May 7. Originally from Myanmar, Sr. Margaret is currently a member of the Congregation’s Leadership Team and continues to serve with a joyful […]
Sia Sahon Solange: Religious women, hope in a synodal Church
Sister Sia Sahon Solange, a religious of the Congregation of the Sisters of Our Lady of Calvary, will be one of the speakers at the 2025 UISG Plenary Assembly. Her talk will take place on the afternoon of May 7 and will offer a profound reflection on the role of religious women in a synodal […]
Lisa Buscher: “Hope Among Migrants: A Testimony of Life and Ministry at the Border”
Lisa Buscher, a religious sister of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, will be one of the speakers on May 7 during the 2025 Plenary Assembly. With over 30 years of experience in pastoral ministry, her passion lies in accompanying people as they integrate the contemplative dimensions of their spiritual experience in a constantly changing world. […]
Geraldina Céspedes Ulloa: “Religious Women, Hope in a Synodal Church”
Geraldina Céspedes Ulloa, Dominican Missionary of the Rosary, will be one of the speakers on the afternoon of May 7 during the 2025 Plenary Assembly. Born in the Dominican Republic, Geraldina has worked in communities in Santo Domingo, Guatemala, Madrid, and Mexico. She holds a PhD in Systematic Theology from the Pontifical University Comillas and […]