In the sometimes dizzying world of the modern world, a woman like Sister Seyram Mary Adzokpa stands out for her spiritual journey that is as unexpected as it is poignant. Originally from Ghana, she left her native country for the United States at the age of 14, and while one might have thought that she would follow a traditional path, her encounter with a religious vocation profoundly changed her plans.
Working in the demanding world of nursing, education, and ecclesiastical activities, Sister Seyram has always been driven by a deep faith, but it was during the COVID-19 pandemic, while she was on the front lines, that she felt an inner call stronger than anything. A burning desire to devote herself entirely to religious life emerged from this ordeal, motivated by her search for answers in a world in crisis and by her search for a deeper connection with God.
Despite her initial aspirations toward marriage, inspired by her parents’ model, the young woman gradually felt a new horizon emerging within her, that of religious life. This inner transformation took place gently but with determination, culminating in the courageous decision to join the intergenerational community of the Sisters of the Holy Family in New Orleans.
This choice takes on particular significance in a context where religious vocations are in decline and where religious communities, including that of the Sisters of the Holy Family, are seeing their average age rise. The contrast between Sister Seyram’s youth and vivacity and the accumulated wisdom of the older sisters creates a unique dynamic, where each brings her talents and experiences to the service of the community.
Having become a nurse, Sister Seyram now finds a new way to express her compassion and dedication by caring for the elderly sisters of the congregation. This exceptional journey, marked by moments of doubt and discovery, is for her a journey of joy and inner peace, nourished by a deep and constant relationship with God.
Through her inspiring testimony, Sister Seyram Mary Adzokpa embodies the strength of faith, the beauty of renunciation and the richness of vocational diversity within the Church. Her story reminds us that the path to spirituality and service can be winding and surprising, but always full of meaning and light for those who dare to embrace it. May her quest for truth and fullness continue to inspire and enlighten hearts in search of meaning and love.