Sister Cecilia celebrates 60th Jubilee | Benedictine Sisters of Cullman, AL

Sister Cecilia Mac Dermott celebrated her 60th Jubilee of monastic profession on Friday, June 7, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. During the celebration, Sister Cecilia renewed her profession and once again sang the Suscipe, surrendering herself to God. Following the Eucharistic Liturgy, the community celebrated with a festive meal. Later in the afternoon, an Irish Tea provided an opportunity for Sister Cecilia to open her Jubilee gifts. The day was a wonderful celebration of Sister Cecilia’s fidelity to God.

Sister Cecilia reads her document of renewal as Sister Veronica, Subprioress, assists.

Sister Cecilia signs her renewal document on the altar as Sister Elisabeth, Prioress, witnesses.

Sister Margaret Mary reads the second reading.

Community members greet Sister Cecilia following the liturgy.

Sister Cecilia opens gifts during the Irish Tea.

Sister Cecilia reads a favorite childhood poem to the Sisters during the Irish Tea.