". . . The love of Christ impels us to proclaim the Gospel and expand the Reign of God.
We share our rich spiritual heritage to other peoples through the process of inculturation . . ."
Landas, Chapter VI, #90
The posture of discernment which characterized Mother Ignacia del Espiritu Santo lies at the very foundation of her spirituality of humble servanthood. Impelled by the charism that invited her to "remain in the service of the Divine Majesty," she was disposed to venture into mission beyond borders.
Prompted by the inspiration with which she concluded the Rules and Constitutions of 1726: "The service of God, our Father, whose greater honor and glory must be the motive of all our actions."
It was the same inspiration that she transmitted to her daughters to make them venture into ministries and missions to which there had been no precedence (S. Maria Rita Ferraris, RVM, 2012, In the Service of His Majesty).
It is Jesus' love that urges us on!
This is the sublime fire that unceasingly ignites the passion
started in the heart of Mother Ignacia that overflows in every RVM missionary.
Our way of proceeding is through active listening, profound respect, loving patience, and relentless effort to dialogue.
We are open to learn from other missionaries, gratefully accept the support and assistance of collaborators in mission and from the people whose enduring cultural ties, ancient religious traditions, strong relationships are different from ours.
