The Pink Sisters are officially known as the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters. Their community was established by St. Arnold Janssen together with Mother Maria Michael and Blessed Maria Virgo on 1896 in Holland.* They are fondly called as the Pink Sisters because of their rose-colored habit, which they wear to honor the Holy Spirit.
The Pink Sisters first came to the Philippines via the invitation Bishop Alfredo Versoza, who is considered as the first Filipino bishop of Lipa. “10 pioneer sisters, 5 Germans and 5 Americans from Philadelphia, arrived in Manila in 1923.” They stayed in the convent of the “Blue Sisters” (Missionary Sisters Servants of the Holy Spirit), who are their “sister order”, before going to their convent in Lipa, Batangas.
The hot and humid weather of Batangas didn't suit the Pink Sisters and many of them got sick. Because of this, the Pink Sisters were transferred to Baguio City. Their convent in the Summer Capital of the Philippines is now one of the many convents of the Pink Sisters in the country.
The Pink Sisters first came to the Philippines via the invitation Bishop Alfredo Versoza, who is considered as the first Filipino bishop of Lipa. “10 pioneer sisters, 5 Germans and 5 Americans from Philadelphia, arrived in Manila in 1923.” They stayed in the convent of the “Blue Sisters” (Missionary Sisters Servants of the Holy Spirit), who are their “sister order”, before going to their convent in Lipa, Batangas.
The hot and humid weather of Batangas didn't suit the Pink Sisters and many of them got sick. Because of this, the Pink Sisters were transferred to Baguio City. Their convent in the Summer Capital of the Philippines is now one of the many convents of the Pink Sisters in the country.
HISTORY
Due to the steady influx of vocations in the Philippines, the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters remained open to spreading out wherever a good opportunity beckoned. Rather unexpectedly in June 1978, such an opportunity presented itself. A zealous priest, Fr. Anselmo Bustos, SVD suggested to the Sisters that they found an adoration convent in Davao City on the Island of Mindanao. The Sisters replied that they could only begin a new foundation at the invitation of the local bishop. To their surprise, on the following day, Father Bustos was on the phone, announcing that Archbishop Antonio Mabutas was inviting them to come for a visit to explore the possibilities. Two Sisters eagerly went to Davao in response. Though they were there only overnight, they could already “select” the suitable property, after having been taken to a number of possible sites that day. Trusting in the Lord and good St. Joseph, they had some medals placed on the property to “secure” it for the Congregation, since at that time they could not contact the owner. This property claims a breathtaking view of the sea on one side and Mt. Apo and adjacent mountains on the other. Already in December 1978, Mother Mary Aurora and her councillors traveled to Davao to attend the cornerstone laying presided over by the Archbishop.
After the hilly surface on which the building was to rise was leveled, construction proceeded rapidly. In September 1980 a few Sisters could move into one finished wing. Less than two months later, on November 20, three happy events took place: Archbishop Mabutas presided over the liturgy and the initiation of enclosure, a Sister renewed her temporary vows in the new chapel, and the League of Adorers was formally established. Then public adoration of our Eucharistic Lord began. Nine years later the Holy Spirit Lady Auxiliaries was founded. As their name indicates, these generous Ladies are ever ready to help and assist the Sisters and the groups who visit the chapel.
The Sunday Mass, novenas, recollection days and other events in the chapel draw capacity crowds. The Lord has chosen this once lonely cliff above the winding Talomo River as a special sanctuary, from which we trust that the Holy Spirit will emanate out to the entire Philippines and the whole world.
After the hilly surface on which the building was to rise was leveled, construction proceeded rapidly. In September 1980 a few Sisters could move into one finished wing. Less than two months later, on November 20, three happy events took place: Archbishop Mabutas presided over the liturgy and the initiation of enclosure, a Sister renewed her temporary vows in the new chapel, and the League of Adorers was formally established. Then public adoration of our Eucharistic Lord began. Nine years later the Holy Spirit Lady Auxiliaries was founded. As their name indicates, these generous Ladies are ever ready to help and assist the Sisters and the groups who visit the chapel.
The Sunday Mass, novenas, recollection days and other events in the chapel draw capacity crowds. The Lord has chosen this once lonely cliff above the winding Talomo River as a special sanctuary, from which we trust that the Holy Spirit will emanate out to the entire Philippines and the whole world.
Things to do inside Pink Sister's Convent
One thing to keep in mind when entering the Pink Sisters' Convent in Davao is that it is a holy place. The sisters live a life of silence and contemplation and it is disrespectful if you are noisy or cause disturbance. You should also wear modest clothing.
The Divine Mercy Convent is not a park so don't act like a tourist in this place. With these reminders said, here are the things that you can do once you're inside Pink Sisters' Convent.
1. Pray in Silence fosters prayer and allow us to meditate deeply. The Divine Mercy Convent is a good place for prayer. Another plus is that you are praying in front of the Most Holy Eucharist. Thus, you are praying directly to Jesus Christ when you pray inside this convent.
Another reason why many people flock to Pink Sisters' convent is that many people say that their prayers were answered after they prayed with the Pink Sisters.
2. Attend MassDivine Mercy Convent has daily masses and Sunday masses.
Sunday: 8AM and 4:30PM
Monday to Saturday: 6AM
3. Give Your Prayer IntentionsOne of thing that I did when I visited the Pink Sisters' convent is to leave my prayer petitions to them. I believe that the sisters were praying for my intentions in front of the Holy Eucharist.
There are papers and pens that are ready to be used by visitors who want to commend their intentions to the sisters. Just write your prayer intentions and drop it to the designated drop boxes.
The Divine Mercy Convent is not a park so don't act like a tourist in this place. With these reminders said, here are the things that you can do once you're inside Pink Sisters' Convent.
1. Pray in Silence fosters prayer and allow us to meditate deeply. The Divine Mercy Convent is a good place for prayer. Another plus is that you are praying in front of the Most Holy Eucharist. Thus, you are praying directly to Jesus Christ when you pray inside this convent.
Another reason why many people flock to Pink Sisters' convent is that many people say that their prayers were answered after they prayed with the Pink Sisters.
2. Attend MassDivine Mercy Convent has daily masses and Sunday masses.
Sunday: 8AM and 4:30PM
Monday to Saturday: 6AM
3. Give Your Prayer IntentionsOne of thing that I did when I visited the Pink Sisters' convent is to leave my prayer petitions to them. I believe that the sisters were praying for my intentions in front of the Holy Eucharist.
There are papers and pens that are ready to be used by visitors who want to commend their intentions to the sisters. Just write your prayer intentions and drop it to the designated drop boxes.