“I with the voice of thanksgiving will sacrifice to you; what I have vowed I will pay. Deliverance belongs to the Lord” (Jonah 2:9).

​With deep gratitude to Almighty God, I consider myself truly blessed to have participated in the first Vox Divini Journey at Dimapur. Prior to this experience, I was unfamiliar with Vox Divini, yet I approached the journey with openness, eagerness, and a sincere desire to encounter God more deeply.

A Journey of Discovery

​As I had traveled from a distance, I carried only minimal belongings, including a small diary, assuming it would suffice as it had during previous retreats. However, after the very first session, I realized that this journey was unlike any other. I found myself writing continuously, not wanting to miss even a single word. My diary soon filled up, compelling me to purchase another. By the end of the retreat, only a few pages remained, which is a silent testimony to the richness of the experience.

Understanding Identity

​The sessions on identity distortion were particularly enlightening, helping me to see clearly where I stood in my own life’s journey. I became aware that I was not fully living my true identity as a child of God.

​The story of the princess who refused to pick up gold coins thrown by an outsider struck me deeply. It reminded me that I am a daughter of the Heavenly Father—His princess, His queen, His spouse—and yet, at times, I had lowered myself by accepting things that were not in harmony with my Divine Calling. The reflection on the four stages of identity distortion enabled me to recognize my inner struggles more clearly. Like Jonah, who resolved to fulfill his vow even when it demanded sacrifice, I too am called to make a daily commitment to faithfulness and obedience with joy and thanksgiving.

Steps Toward Restoration

​The sessions on Identity restoration with three concrete steps became my central focus:

• ​Tapping Prayer: Though in the past I have tried my own method of personal prayer, I have found Tapping prayer has drawn me into a deeper and more intimate relationship with the Lord, encountering Him face to face.
• ​Spiritual Fencing: I learned to live with discipline, consciously occupying the mind through a structured timetable and intentional choices.
• ​POWER Meditation: This was a great discovery for me to gradually transform my thoughts, attitudes, and character into the likeness of Christ. I found it more effective than my previous method of meditation.

​I came to understand more deeply that holiness is a journey of becoming like Christ—of dying to self so that Christ may live more fully in me. The more I die to my ego, my fears, and my false identities, the more Christ becomes alive and visible in my life.

Encountering the Word

​What profoundly touched me was the way the Word of God was opened in depth. I encountered meanings and insights that I had never perceived before. This deep encounter with Scripture moved me interiorly and became a source of personal transformation.

​I was also greatly inspired by the testimonies of the youths, who shared the Word of God with remarkable depth, sincerity, and conviction. Their faith and courage bore witness to the living power of God’s Word today. Equally enriching were the moments of prayer and personal counseling, especially through the guidance of Br. Jeryl, which brought clarity, healing, and renewed strength.

A Lasting Change

​This journey is truly distinct from any retreat I have previously attended. Even in the few days following its completion, I have already begun to experience tangible changes in my thoughts, attitudes, and responses. I am confident that if I remain faithful, life after this journey will not be the same as it was before.

​I remain deeply grateful to God for this grace-filled experience and sincerely thank Fr. Jerry VM for his wisdom, guidance, and pastoral accompaniment throughout this transformative journey.

​As I continue this journey, I will strive to hold firmly to the words of Saint Paul until I am able to say: “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me” (Galatians 2:20).

​Thank you!

Sr. Bakordor Mary Shulet, MSMHC