Mother Espirit
I was very saddened to hear about the demise of Sr.Espirit. She was one of my teachers at the Middle School and she was also my "Tuition-Teacher." One day my father told me that he had arranged a special tuition for me with Sr. Espirit. So I had to go to the convent a few times a week for special coaching. I had two other students with me for the sessions. One of her remarks remained with me all throughout my life. She wanted me to bow and make a short prayer before the statue of Bl.Virgin Mary in front of the grotto every time I pass it. I had to pass by the grotto to go to the convent. I continued this practice even after my ordination. After her teaching stint at St.Michael's school, Thathampally ,Allepepey , she went to the United States for higher studies and returned with an M.A. in English Literature. She then began teaching at the Assumption college and later at B.K.M.college, Athirampuzha, retiring as the Principal of the college. One of her lasting contributions to the Church in Kerala was her arduous work in creating a union of all the provinces of the Adoration Congregation.She was elected the Superior General of the Congregation in order to accomplish this stupendous task. Through her efforts, the Congregation attained a Pontifical status.
It is her gentleness, care, suavity, non-intrusiveness , all- pervading smile and profound understanding of the character of others, respect for her colleagues, compassion and care which made a lasting impact on the lives of the people who came into contact with her. Her affability and caring remain always in my mind. Until her demise, I could say that I have one of my middle school teachers alive in the society. With her passing away we lost the shine and luminosity of our lives. May her soul rest in peace.
