REPRESENTATION
OF THE MISERICORDIA FAMILY
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The Roots |
The deeply rooted values of Rosalie, The charism/mission, The Misericordia Sisters who continue to transmit that heritage. |
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The Trunk |
The Misericordia spirituality that flows from the intimate relationship with God, experienced by Rosalie, that still inspires us today. |
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The Branches |
Represent all the family groups, diversified but unified, grafted and that will be grafted in the heart of the family in the years to come. |
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The Leaves |
Symbolize all the mothers and their children hurt by events of life. |
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The Colour |
Symbolizes the distinct Family Spirit : privileged basis of communion and fraternity |
This tree has been created in 2010 by Gilles Lépine, Gatineau
The linden tree
This tree, equipped with great protective energy,
tends to be a guide that protects us
from difficulties and helps us to develop
our discernment so that we may use it effectively.
Like a powerful and majestic tree,
it protects us and opens the way
towards new horizons.
It offers us strength and courage
so that in turn we may
help others in need.
The linden tree is like a
rock on which we can lean.
Thanks to this tree, we can now
face trials in life
in tranquility and harmony.
Whenever adversity will knock at our door
we will remain serene and,
rather than dreading it or fighting it,
we will be solid and stand tall.
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