Saturday 19 October the Canossian Novitiate in San Juan City came alive with joy as young people from Paco and San Juan gathered for the Youth Marian Festival 2024, themed “Together with Mary, our hearts are always burning in Christ”. The day was filled with faith, inspiration, and meaningful moments that encouraged the youth to deepen their relationship with the Blessed Virgin Mary and strengthen their love for Christ.

The festival’s activities and reflections enriched the experience, helping participants form a closer bond with Mary and embody her virtues in their daily lives. A special highlight was the Eucharistic celebration led by Fr. Ralph Santos, FdCC, whose homily was filled with points for reflection that prepared our hearts to listen and embrace the Jubilee year ahead.

The animating and generous presence of the facilitators, along with the active involvement of the scholars’ mothers who prepared meals for all, touched the hearts of many.

The Youth Marian Festival 2024 beautifully reminded everyone of Mary’s tender presence, inspiring the young to continue their journey of faith with hearts ablaze with hope and love. We thank the nuns, novices and lay canossiani.