On Friday, May 1st, Assumption Catholic School proudly celebrated the annual installation ceremony for new members of the Sodality, a cherished faith-based organization open to girls in grades 3 through 8.

The Sodality first began here in 1951, when parish girls gathered for prayer, service, and devotion to Mary, embracing the motto: “To Jesus through Mary.”

In the 1960s, with the opening of our parish school, the Sodality naturally became part of student life. In earlier years, the Missionary Sisters of the Mother of God guided the girls, and today, the Sisters Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matará continue this mission. They teach Marian hymns, the Moleben, and the Rosary, while helping the girls grow in faith through monthly meetings, service, and joyful community activities.

Over the years, the school Sodality has remained a beloved part of student life, inspiring young girls to love Mary and to choose “the better part” in their daily lives.

The ceremony was conducted with reverence and grace by the school sisters—Sr. Veronica, Sr. Trijtsi, and Sr. Svitanku—who had prepared the candidates throughout the year. 

One of the most moving moments took place following the school Liturgy. During the installation, Fr. Ivan and the sisters placed symbolic blue caps on the new members, a beautiful sign of their commitment to grow in faith and devotion to the Mother of God. Fr. Ivan also blessed the medals and the school’s principal, Mrs. Shumny, presented certificates affirming each girl’s call to live as a young woman of prayer, virtue, and Marian devotion.

Following the ceremony, all were invited to a breakfast sponsored by the School Family Association, providing a joyful opportunity for fellowship and celebration.

May Our Blessed Mother continue to guide and protect all new members of the Sodality as they grow in faith and shine as young leaders in their school community.