Karukutty: The Province’s Annual Retreat 2025 conducted in two batches at the Alphonsean Pastoral Institute, Pala. The first batch, held from October 6–11, 2025, witnessed the participation of 54 members. Rev. Fr. Paul Vadakkummury CMI, Director of Marian Vajanathiram Retreat Centre, Kumarakom, led the retreat with reflections based on scripture, helping participants to grow in faith and deepen their relationship with God. The retreat offered moments of prayer, reflection and silence allowing the participants to pause from their daily routines and immerse themselves in spiritual renewal. The second batch of the retreat is scheduled from November 6–11, 2025.