The First Fruits

Our Pioneers

Honoring those who first answered the call to serve among their own people.

1927 — 1929

The First Group

"The foundation of our mission."

1
  • Sister Theresa Ngosa Nshindano
  • Sister Sarafina Santinya
  • Sister Mandalena Mbotwa
  • Sister Elizabeth Kabanda
Started novitiate in 1927, first profession in 1929.
1934

The Second Group

"Continuing the journey."

2
  • Sister Monica Chinamina
  • Sister Bernadette Stuart
  • Sister Magdalene Mbotwa
Made their first profession in 1934.
1952

The Third Group

"A growing community."

3
  • Theresa Kapolyo
  • Astrida Furlong
  • Juliana Lwamainsa
  • Salome Mukolwe
  • Ignatia Kabwe
  • Melania Mwape
  • Lucia Nyonda
  • Seven sisters made their first profession in 1952.