Meeting of the European Provincials in Bratislava
11/09/2026
From 17 to 20 August 2026, our provincial and regional prioresses of Europe gathered for a meeting in Bratislava, Slovakia.
After a series of online gatherings, it was a joy to meet in person once again. During our time together, we strengthened our sense of community through prayer, sharing, attentive listening, discernment, shared meals, and a pilgrimage to the Marian shrine in Marianka and Devín.
The main focus of our discussions was the international novitiate. We shared experiences from our respective provinces and engaged in a process of communal discernment to reflect on the future direction to which the Lord is calling us.
Throughout our meeting, we were accompanied by Fr. Jakub Garčár, SJ, whose knowledge and experience greatly supported our discussions and helped us reach a common decision.
We now look forward with gratitude and anticipation to our next meeting, which will take place in Dublin in March 2027.
Sr. Mária-Rita Žiaková, OSU
