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FARIDABAD DIOCESAN BULLETIN

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Vol. 7 Mar-Apr 2016Issue 2

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Oath taking ceremony of newly appointed Curia Members of Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi at Bishop's House, Karol Bagh

Archbishop blessing 'Hall of Divine Mercy', the new Conference Hall at Bishop's House, Karol Bagh on 10th February, 2016.

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SANTH MEMessengerFaridabad Diocesan Bulletin Volume - 7, Issue - 2, March-April 2016 E-mail: [email protected]

ContentsThe Newly Elected Office-Bearers of CBCI..................... 02

Circular ................................................................. 03 Cardinal George Allenchery

Curia News ........................................................... 06

Report on the pilgrimage to the Door of Mercy.............. 08

SJSS News ............................................................. 09

Mathru Jyothis ........................................................ 10

Family Apostolate..................................................... 11

CBCI Final Statement of the 32nd Plenary Assembly........ 12

World News ........................................................... 18

Parish News ........................................................... 20

PatronArchbishop Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara

Editorial Board

Chief EditorRev. Dr. Robi [email protected]

Managing EditorRev. Fr. Davis [email protected]

Associate Editor Johnson [email protected]

Members Rev. Msgr. Jose EdasseryRev. Dr. Pious MalekandathilC. J. JoseCelin GeorgeSony Joseph

Design & LayoutRoyalthotz, New Delhi

Published byDiocese of Faridabad-DelhiBishop's House, 1B/32 N.E.AOld Rajinder NagarNew Delhi - 110060E-mail: [email protected]: www.faridabaddiocese.in

Printed atGokul Offset, Okhla, New Delhi(Private Circulation Only)

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The Newly Elected Office-Bearers of CBCI

His Eminence Cardinal Baselios Cleemis, the Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, has been re-elected as the President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) for a period of 2 years.

Most Rev. Andrews Thazhath, Archbishop of Trichur has been re-elected as Vice-President I of the CBCI for a period of 2 years.

Most Rev. Filipe Neri Ferrão, Archbishop of Goa, has been re-elected as Vice-President II of the CBCI for a period of 2 years.

Most Rev. Theodore Mascarenhas, Auxiliary of the Archdiocese of Ranchi, was elected as the new Secretary General of the CBCI.

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Festal Greetings also to all our Rev. Sisters and Laity, having Patron’s Day in April 2016

Rev. Dr. Robi Kunthaniyil24th April

Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhath24th April

Rev. Fr.George Thuppalanjiyil24th April

Rev. Fr. George Thoomkzhy24th April

Rev. Fr.Varghese Ithithara24th April

Rev. Fr. Shinto Kolathupadavil 24th April

Rev. Fr.Varghese (Johson) Palatty24th April

Festal Greetings to our Dear Fathers

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CURIA

The diocese of Faridabad-Delhi places on record its sincere gratitude to V. Rev. Msgr. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan for his generous and dedicated service rendered from the beginning of Syro-Malabar Mission in Delhi until today. Dear Father, the Syro-Malabar diocese of Faridabad does not have a history without you. As the pioneer of the Syro-Malabar mission in Delhi it is you who laid the foundation of the new

diocese and as the first Vicar General of the diocese you contributed much to the growth of the new diocese. We, the whole Syro-Malabar community of Faridabad-Delhi diocese, thank you sincerely for everything you have rendered for our spiritual and pastoral nourishment in the past long years and we wish all success in your future ministry.

The diocese of Faridabad-Delhi remembers with gratitude V. Rev. Fr. Jetto Thottungal, the first procurator of the diocese, for his dedicated service. Dear Father, your hard work contributed much to the integral growth of our diocese and we thank you sincerely for your fruitful ministry in our diocese and wish all success in your future ministry.

Heartfelt thanks to Rev. Fr Sebastian Thekkanathu, Rev. Fr. Sherin Puthenpurackal, Rev. Fr. Joseph Arackal CST, Rev. Fr. Benoy Vazhayil CMI and Rev. Fr. Jomon Thekkekudiyil CMI, who return to their home dioceses and provinces after having fulfilled their pastoral ministry in the diocese of Faridabad-Delhi. We appreciate their dedicated service in the diocese with gratitude and wish them all the best for their future ministry.

Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi extends a most cordial welcome to Msgr. Jose Edassery, the new Vicar General of the diocese. Being the mission coordinator of Delhi Syro-Malabar Mission from the years 2004 to 2012, it was he who prepared Delhi mission in its growth to become a new diocese. The diocese of Faridabad-Delhi is the fruit of the vision and hard work of Msgr. Jose Edassery in communion with the priests, religious and laity of Delhi Syro-Malabar Mission. Now he returns as the second Vicar General of the new diocese after his service in the home diocese of Ernakulam-Angamaly. The whole diocesan community welcomes him and greets him success in the new ministry.

Very Rev. Fr. Davis Kalliyathuparambil is the new Procurator of the diocese of Faridabad-Delhi. The diocesan community wishes him all the best in his future ministry.

The diocese of Faridabad-Delhi extends a warm welcome to Rev. Fr. Joseph Ayyamkolil, Rev. Fr. Julius Karukanthara, Rev. Fr. Francis (Linson) Chenginiyattu CST and Rev. Fr. Vinod Moonjely who came to serve in the diocese and wishes them a fruitful pastoral ministry.

Thanks and Best Wishes

Welcome and Greetings

Priest’s Monthly Recollection; Monthly Recollection of the month of April will be held on 20th April at St Alphonsa Pastoral Centre, Okhla.

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CURIA

Appointment of Priests

Vicar General of the Diocese; Parish Priest of St. Augustine’s Forane Church, Karol Bagh; Director of Sanjoepuram Institutions, Chandpur; Director of Swarn Jayanti Samudaik Hospital, Mathura w.e.f. 25 February 2016.

Rev. Msgr. Jose Edassery

Procurator of the Diocese w.e.f. 15 February 2016; Asst. Director of Swarn Jayanti Samudaik Hospital, Mathura w.e.f. 25 February 2016; Parish Priest of St. Thomas Church, Motia Khan w.e.f. 06 March 2016.

Rev. Fr. Davis Kalliyathuparambil

Director of St. Alphonsa Pastoral Centre w.e.f. 13 February 2016.

Rev. Dr. Jacob Nangelimalil

Rector of St. Chavara Kuriakose Minor Seminary w.e.f. 13 January 2016; Executive Director of Sanjoepuram Institutions, Chandpur; Parish Priest of Nativity Church, Sanjoepuram w.e.f. 13 February 2016.

Rev. Fr. Peter Kanjirakkattukari

Parish Priest of St. John Paul II Church, Indirapuram w.e.f. 26 February 2016.

Rev. Fr. Francis (Linson) Chenginiyattu CST

Priest in Charge of St. Joseph’s Mission Station, Mudki – Punjab w.e.f. 29 February 2016.

Rev. Fr. Tiyo Kochukavumpurathu CST

Asst. Parish Priest of Our Lady of Fatima Forane Church, Okhla w.e.f. 06 March 2016.

Rev. Fr. Vinod Moonjely

Chaplain of Ashraya SD Convent, Sulthanpur w.e.f. 31 March 2016.

Rev. Fr. Sinoj Jacob Pattathil CMF

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A pilgrimage was organized by CRI Faridabad Unit to the Door of Mercy (Kristuraja

Cathedral) as a part of Jubilee year celebration declared by Pope Francis.

The participants gathered at Carmel Convent School, Sector 7 at 8.30 am. At.9.15 am, the rally started holding a banner representing the theme and a cross in front of the row and chanting prayers singing songs of Mercy. The pilgrims consisted of Religious priests, sisters, Brothers belonging to Syro-Malabar and Latin Rites and members of Mathrudeepthi of our parish. Sisters belonging to 12 Congregations and priests of three Men Congregations participated.

When the group reached at the Cathedral, Rev. Fr. Jiju Paul, Assistant Parish Priest welcomed everybody and all recited One Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory be to God and the Act of contrition to obtain indulgence. At 10.30 am, Fr. John Puthenpura V.C delivered a talk on the Mercy of God. After that we had adoration and confessions. Fr. Jiju said Holy

Mass in Syrian Rite (English). The programme came to a close with meals served at the Fathers’ redidence.Fr. Benjamine OCD proposed the vote of thanks. He thanked Rev. Fr. Rajan, the Parish priest for arranging everything meticulously and for the delicious food served for 150 participants.

Sr. Elizabeth William Fr. Benjamine OCDSecretary President

7th March, 2016

Report on the pilgrimage to the Door of Mercy (Kristuraja Cathedral) organized by C.R.I Faridabad Unit

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SJSS

SJSS has conducted Basic Life Support (BLS) trainings for the Quick Response Teams (QRT)

of the villages of ECO DRR project area. We organized trainings in four places which include all the 13 villages coming under the ECO- DRR Project, Reckong Peo- Himachal Pradesh. The trainings were conducted in the Panchayat premises with the support of the Panchayat presidents. Panchayat representatives were actively participated in these trainings. The First training was conducted in Powari Grampanchayat which includes five villages comes under the Panchayat. Next trainings were conducted in Pangi, Talengi and Brua respectively. The resource person was Mrs. Dalliya Jose, who shared her experiences in the management the wounded patients, and supporting a stroke victim in their emergencies. She took sessions in detail on Wound Management, First Aid and Basic Life Support with the support of the visual presentations. BLS training included using the Manikins for CPR Training and all the participants got trained in giving the CPR. Also used the 108 Ambulance Services and Mr Rajesh Kumar the Critical Care Nurse, from 108 Ambulance Services shared about the services they could provide.

We are proud to note that, SJSS has been selected by SAFP Ernakulam as highly performing

seven organizations out of 27 partners of SPED III. The special project was to strengthen the activities conducted during the last five years in the project area. SJSS distributed 25 cycles to the Adolescent Club School going members who are far away from their schools. Also distributed 5 tailoring machines as an IGP Program to the needy widows to meet both ends together. Through the special project, SJSS distributed and fixed RO water system in 5 selected Govt. schools for providing safe water to the Children. SJSS conducted training on Leadership to Adolescent Club Leaders at HRDC Centre on 14th March 2016 for initiating the young minds to the society with their presence. 32 Club leaders attended the sessions.

On 4th Feb 2016, Mr. Nutan Kumar Sogoria, Regional Officer- Caritas, visited the field office of SJSS Chandpur as a part of his project monitoring visit. Mr. Nutan also visited three villages to evaluate the project activities running in regular basis. He interacted with the project staff and discussed about the next six month activities and shared that he could support the project team in future activities. He expressed his sincere gratitude to Rev. Fr. Joseph Muthuplakkal and entire team members for their efforts for the upliftment of the women and children in Chandpur, Faridabad.

Fr. Joseph Muthuplakkal with the participants of Leadership Training.

Director is giving cycles to the Adolescent Club Members.

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MATHRU JYOTHISMeeting with , KCBC Women’s council Representatives

On 28th January 2016, Faridabad-Delhi Diocesan Mathru Jyothis, Forane and Diocese Executives gathered at Bishop’s House Karol Bagh to welcome their National President Mrs. Delcy Lukachan and Dr. Rosakutty Abraham, KCBC Women’s Council President in the esteemed presence of His Grace Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara. Mrs. Delcy Lukachan spoke about the working of Mathruvedhi in Kerala under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Joseph Kochuparambil, Kothamangalam Diocese and the ten programmes planned for the empowerment of women in the next two years. Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhath (Director) & Rev. Sr. Mercy CMC (President) of Mathru Jyothis, Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi shared their thoughts.

Dr. Rosakutty Abraham spoke about how each person is the chosen one of God and is a missionary in Delhi. She emphasised on working towards the betterment of our children and teaching them how to lead an exemplary and faithful life.

New Synodal Senate MembersDiocesan and Forane Executives of Faridabad–

Delhi Diocesan Mathru Jyothis gathered at Bishop House Karol Bagh on 28th February 2016 in the esteemed presence of His Grace Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhath ( Director), Rev. Sr. Mercy CMC (President) & Rev. Sr. Animators. Discussions were conducted on Synodal senate meeting reviews, yearly seminars for women in the Diocese, being neutral in ecclesiastical matters. Also Mrs. Molly Louise and Mrs. Mercy Chacko were selected as Synodal Senate Members of Faridabad – Delhi Diocesan Mathru Jyothis.

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FAMILY APOSTOLATE

Marriage Preparation CourseMarriage Preparation Courses for the month

of March was conducted from 11th to 13th March, 2016 at our newly blessed St. Alphonsa Diocesan Pastoral Centre, Okhla Vihar and 43 persons participated. As usual group activities, individual counselling sessions and confessions made the preparation more effective. Earlier the Marriage Preparation courses were conducted at Navinta Retreat House. At the new venue the participants were able to enjoy delicious Kerala food. The whole hearted support from the Director of St. Alphonsa Pastoral Centre Rev. Dr. Jacob Nangelimalil and the youth volunteers of Jasola Parish under the leadership of Dn. Joseph made this first event in the new Pastoral Centre, a pleasant experience. His Grace, Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara graced the concluding session and gave away the certificates to the participants.

The next Marriage Preparation course is scheduled for 8th to 10th of April.

It is to be noted that there would be no Marriage Preparation courses during May and June. Schedule for rest of the year will be put on

the web site once it is finalised.Normally, the Marriage preparation Courses

are conducted every month (except May & June) from Friday morning 9 A.M. to Sunday evening 5 P.M. mostly on the second week ends. The venue is St. Alphonsa Pastoral Centre, Okhla Vihar near SBI ATM

As number of seats to each course is restricted, advance booking is compulsory.

Booking closes when the seats are full. Therefore book your seats well in advance (2 months to 1 week) You can book your seat online at our web site: www.familyapostolatefaridabad.com Or By Email to [email protected] or By sms to 7838567767. Information required for booking: 1) Course date you are planning to attend 2) Your name 3) Male or female 4) Mobile No. 5) Email ID & 6) Parish (place).

The registration form( can be downloaded from family apostolate website www.familyapostolatefaridabad.com) duly signed by the parish priest or a letter for the purpose, two passport size photos, Personal care things for 3 days’ stay and the course fee are to be brought by the participants when they come for the course.

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1.0. PREAMBLEThe Second Vatican Council declared in the

Pastoral Constitution of the Church in the Modern World: “The joys and the hopes, the griefs and the anxieties of the men of this age, especially those who are poor or in any way afflicted, are the joys and hopes, the griefs and anxieties of the followers of Christ.” (Gaudium et Spes, no. 1). Jesus proclaimed the Kingdom of God (Mark 1: 14-15) and called upon His followers to pray and work (Matthew 6: 9-13) for the realization of the Kingdom of God. As sacrament of salvation, the Church is a sign and instrument of communion with God and with humanity (Lumen Gentium, no. 1:1). In this YEAR OF MERCY, in communion with the Universal Church, let us be channels of God’s mercy to one and all, especially the poor, the deprived, the sick and suffering. And thus, making our contribution to our beloved nation.

As leaders of the Church, 182 Bishops from 170 Dioceses of the Church in India are gathered at St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, Bangalore, from 02 to 09 March 2016 to deliberate on “The Response of the Church in India to the Present Day Challenges” during the 32nd Plenary Assembly of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI).

The Church in India is a vibrant community making significant contribution to nation building through education, social development, health care and service, especially to the poor. The CBCI appreciates the spirit of understanding and collaboration among the three Sui Iuris Churches. The composite culture of India has noble values of religiosity, peace, simplicity and tolerance as lived by Mahatma Gandhi and various Indian sages. We, however, express our sorrow over the killing of innocent people by extremists in India and in various parts of the world. We are shocked by the recent killing of the nuns of the Missionaries of Charity and their collaborators in Yemen.

The Bishops have resolved to respond to the challenges facing the Church in India, identifying the following:

2.0. CHALLENGES WITHIN THE CHURCH AND WITHIN THE COUNTRY

2.1. CHALLENGES WITHIN THE CHURCHi. Declining family values – tensions and break

ups in families, an increasing number of

The Final Statement of the 32Nd Plenary Assembly, held at St. John’s, Bangalore, from 2nd to 9th March, 2016, with the main theme

“Response of the Church in India to the present day challenges”

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI)

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divorces, abortions and a lack of understanding of marriage as a sacrament.

ii. Growing materialism, consumerism and addiction to social media, due to decline of spiritual and moral values.

iii. Growing indifference and lack of commitment to the Christian vocation.

iv. Insensitivity regarding gender, caste, language, creed, status and region.

v. Lack of commitment to Ecumenical unityvi. Excessive preoccupation with institutionalization.vii. Insufficient zeal and fear of proclaiming Christ

as unique Saviour. viii. Large scale migration of families affecting

community life.

2.2. CHALLENGES WITHIN THE COUNTRYi. Large scale poverty and growing gap between

the rich and the poorii. Corruption, illiteracy, child labour, increasing

unemployment, growing addiction to alcohol and drugs.

iii. Atheistic Secularism (and practical atheism) iv. Narrow unitary cultural Nationalismv. Sensationalism and dictatorship of a section of

the media.vi. Systematic concerted effort to manipulate the

education system vii. Opposition to the fundamental human right of

every person to convert. viii. Widespread intolerance, religious fanaticism and

fundamentalism, attacks and atrocities against intellectuals, social activists, religious personnel and institutions.

ix. Violation of Fundamental Rights enshrined in the Constitution, esp. minority rights

x. Growing criminalization and terrorism.xi. Denial of SC status to Christian Dalits.

3.0. Restating the Vision and Mission3.1. VISION: As a community of Christ’s disciples,

the Church is at the service of the Kingdom of God. As an inclusive and welcoming community, the Church which is a continued presence of Christ, actualizes the values of love, justice, equality, mercy and peace. As light, salt and leaven of society, she lives in total solidarity with people, especially the poor.3.2. MISSION: The Church is called to lead people to an encounter with Christ, practising the Gospel values and living for the wellbeing of people without fear and discrimination on the basis of caste, creed, gender, language, culture or status in society.

4.0. The Response of the Church in India to the Present Day Challenges

The following areas were chosen by the Bishops for review and for an appropriate response: i) Family Life Today ii) Renewal of Consecrated Life iii) The Lay Faithful and the Mission of the Church iv) Ecumenism v) Inter-religious Dialogue vi) The Education Apostolate and vii) Care of the Earth, our Common Home and viii) A New Way of Being Church for an effective response4.1. FAMILY LIFE

The well-being of the Church and the society at large are intimately linked with the nurturing of the family. It is the lifeline of the Church and society (Instrumentum Laboris, nos. 32, 38). However, “married love is too often dishonoured by selfishness, hedonism and unlawful contraceptive practices” (Gaudium et Spes, no. 47). The two recent Synods on the Family, held in Rome, have drawn attention to the urgency of providing sustained pastoral care to families.

Proposals:1. Frequent visits of Parish Priests to the families2. Organizing Marriage Encounter and Marriage

Enrichment Programmes.3. Educating families to live in unity and to reach

out to others.4. Responding to the challenges, the media and

society pose for family life. e.g. prolife issues,

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issues in human sexuality, pornography and marital fidelity.

5. Promoting Family counselling centres and Diocesan Family Commissions, training seminarians and priests to be family counsellors, accompanying them constantly.

6. Promoting family values, family prayer, family meals, family outings and use of bible sharing methods through SCC’s.

7. Creating facilities for care of the elderly, respecting them and learning from them.

4.2. RENEWAL OF CONSECRATED PERSONSThe Catholic Church in India is blessed with

over one hundred and twenty five thousand religious priests, religious brothers and religious sisters, who serve the Church significantly through a large network of educational, health care and social service institutions. Even as we greatly appreciate the selfless and dedicated life of the consecrated persons, in recent times, there is a decrease in the number of candidates opting for consecrated life. A fresh, creative and a self-critical approach is needed in order to make this gift of God more attractive and relevant. While appreciating the generous commitment of thousands of clergy who are witnessing the mercy of God through parish community and their attached apostolate, we are of the opinion that priestly life needs a thorough renewal and updating.

Proposals:1. Rediscovering the Founder’s charism and

rededicating oneself to pastoral ministry with a clear shift of emphasis from maintenance to mission.

2. Consecrated way of life should be a combination of contemplation and active service, as recommended by St. John Paul II.

3. Maintaining the quality of Consecrated life by careful selection of candidates and Christ centred formation and commitment to the poor.

4. Participating in the mission of the Church through greater collaboration with the Bishop and integration into the pastoral life of the parish community.

4.3. THE LAY FAITHFUL AND THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH

The lay faithful have a distinct role in the spreading of the Gospel, which the Church really needs them to carry out with the authority, creativity, and power that the Holy Spirit has given them in Baptism. Lumen Gentium no. 31 states: “the laity, by their very vocation, seek the kingdom of God by engaging in temporal affairs and by ordering them according to the plan of God. They live in the world, that is, in each and in all of the secular professions and occupations. … They are called there by God that by exercising their proper function and led by the spirit of the Gospel they may work for the sanctification of the world from within as a leaven”. The laity likewise share in the priestly, prophetic, and royal office of Christ (Apostolicam Actuositatem, no. 2).Proposals:

1. Accepting the dignity, role and importance of the role of the lay faithful in the Church

2. Encouraging the laity to involve themselves in the Church and temporal order, through the Small Christian Communities (SCC’s).

3. Undertaking faith formation and professional training programmes.

4. Encouraging our laity to take up important leadership positions in the Parliament, Assemblies, Civil Services, Entrepreneurship in business and in the judiciary.

5. Recognizing the dignity of labour by providing just wages and social security.

6. Helping and encouraging lay faithful by providing them with scholarships and facilities and promoting lay participation in the life and mission of the Church.

to be continued

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Blessing of the Holy Oil during Chrism Mass celebration at Kristuraja Cathedral on 21.03.2016

Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara washing the feet of 12 prisoners of Jail No. 4 in the Tihar Jail, the South Asia's largest prison complex situated in Western Delhi on 22.03.2016.

Archbishop and Rev. Dr. Jacob Nangelimalil, Director Pastoral Centre, Rev. Fr. Anoop Narimattathil, Asstt. Director, Family

Apostolate with the first batch of Marriage Preparation Course attended at newly blessed St. Alphonsa Pastoral Centre

Archbishop leading the Good Friday procession at Mary Matha Parish Mayur Vihar II & I.P Extension

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Our sincere gratitude to Msgr. Dr. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan, Rev. Fr. Jetto Thottungal, Rev. Fr. Joseph Arackal CST, Rev. Fr. Jomon Thekkekudiyil CMI, Rev. Fr. Benoy Vazhayil CMI, Rev. Fr. Sebastian Thekkanathu

and Rev. Fr. Sherin Puthenpurackal

Merciful journey to the Cathedral to enter through the Door of Mercy by Assumption Forane Parishners

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Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara releasing “OH MY GOD" Christian devotional songs audio CD produced by Rev. Fr.

Roni Thoppilan at Kristuraja Cathedral on 21.03.2016

Rev. Msgr. Jose Edassery inaugurating newly blessed Kristuraja Religious Store at Bishop’s House, Karol Bagh

on 10.02.2016

Mr. Amanatullah Khan, MLA of Okhla Vihar, greeting His Grace Kuriakose Bharanikulangara on the occasion

of newly blessed St. Alphonsa Pastoral Centre on 13.02.2016

Dedication of the 'Hall of Divine Mercy', supported by Mr. P. Z. Thomas (on the extreme right)

Archbishop welcoming, newly appointed Vicar General of Faridabad Diocese, Msgr. Rev. Jose Edassery on 13.02.2016.

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WORLD

The 51st International Eucharistic Congress was held from January 24 to 31 in Cebu City

in central Philippines. The Eucharistic Week in Cebu, entitled "Christ in you, our hope of glory", was enriched with 12,000 participants during the different days and celebrations. The Eucharistic Congress that witnessed the participation of faithful and clergy from across the globe concluded in style with a personal video-message from Pope Francis. In his message the Pope said: “The theme of the Eucharistic Congress – Christ in You, Our Hope of Glory – is very timely. It reminds us that the risen

Jesus is always alive and present in his Church, above all in the Eucharist, the sacrament of his Body and Blood. Christ’s presence among us is not only a consolation, but also a promise and a summons. It is a promise that everlasting joy and peace will one day be ours in the fullness of his Kingdom. But it is also a summons to go forth, as missionaries, to bring the message of the Father’s tenderness, forgiveness and mercy to every man, woman and child.” The Pope also announced that the next International Eucharistic Congress will take place in 2020 in Budapest, Hungary.

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Holy Father's Message for Lent 2016: "’I desire mercy and not sacrifice’: The works of mercy on the Jubilee path”

“'I desire mercy, and not sacrifice': The works of mercy on the Jubilee path" is the title of Pope Francis' message for Lent 2016

(10 February to 20 March). Taking as a starting point this phrase from the Gospel of St. Matthew, the Holy Father divides his message into three sections: "Mary, the image of a Church which evangelises because she is evangelised", "God's covenant with humanity: a history of mercy", and "The works of mercy". The document, signed on 4 October, feast of St. Francis of Assisi, concludes by encouraging the faithful not to waste this season of Lent, a favourable time for conversion, and by invoking the intercession of Our Lady who, "encountering the greatness of God’s mercy freely bestowed upon her, was the first to acknowledge her lowliness and to call herself the Lord’s humble servant".

The Year of Consecrated Life comes to an end

The Congregation for the Institutes of Consecrated Life and the Societies of

Apostolic Life (CIVCSVA) has announced the events relating to the conclusion of the Year of Consecrated Life, to be held from 28 January to 2 February in Rome, which are expected to be attended by more than four thousand consecrated persons from all over the world. On the theme "Consecrated life in communion. The common foundation in the variety of forms", on these days there will be meetings, prayer vigils, times for regrouping and examining in greater depth the specifics of each form, looking prophetically towards the future".

The aims of the meeting are to get to know better the great mosaic of consecrated life, to live communion rediscovering the single call uniting the variety of forms (Ordo Virginum, monastic

life, apostolic institutes, secular institutes, new institutes and new forms of consecrated life), starting out together on the path of the great Jubilee of Mercy that once more gives all consecrated persons the specific mandate of their vocation: to be guided by the Father's mercy, witnesses and builders of an authentically lived fraternity. The events will end on 2 February with the morning Jubilee pilgrimage and the Eucharistic celebration for the twentieth World Day of Consecrated Life, celebrated by Pope Francis.

Pope Francis: Easter Urbi et Orbi a mes-sage of hope

Pope Francis delivered the traditional Urbi et Orbi blessing on Easter Sunday, following

Mass in St. Peter's Square. Speaking to pilgrims and tourists gathered in the Square for the occasion, Pope Francis especially remembered the suffering peoples of Syria, Iraq, Libya and Yemen.

"The Easter message of the risen Christ," said Pope Francis, "a message of life for all humanity, echoes down the ages and invites us not to forget those men and women seeking a better future, an ever more numerous throng of migrants and refugees – including many children – fleeing from war, hunger, poverty and social injustice." The Holy Father also spoke directly to all people everywhere, who struggle to keep faith and hope. "To those in our society who have lost all hope and joy in life, to the elderly who struggle alone and feel their strength waning," he said, "to young people who seem to have no future, to all I once more address the words of the Risen One: 'See, I am making all things new… To the thirsty I will give water as a gift from the spring of the water of life' (Rev 21:5-6)." Pope Francis concluded, saying, "May this comforting message of Jesus help each of us to set out anew with greater courage to blaze trails of reconciliation with God and with all our brothers and sisters."

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PARISH

Mary Matha Church, Mayur Vihar-2 & I.P. Extn.

Infant Jesus Forane Church, Palam

Women’s day celebrations: The women’s day was celebrated in the parish on 6th March 2016. There was video presentation made on the basis of the achievements of our own parish which was really a different experience. The contributions given by the women of our parish especially in the field of education, health care, public affairs, film field, social medias were well appreciated during the message of the day.Three Days Lenten Retreat: The parishioners attended in large numbers in the three days retreat conducted by Rev. Fr. Sunny Pulparambil, CMI, who was director of Nirmalgram retreat Centre at Bhoothathankettu, Kothamngalam. This retreat gave an opportunity to the parishioners to enliven the leten season onece again.Mathru Jyothis Lenten Visit: The Mathru Jothis Organised a pilgrimage to help the orphans of Kerakoodu run by Aakashaparavakal. 40 Mathru Jyothis members under the leadership of the parish priest took part in the program. They had handed over Rs.1.65 Lac to the Orphanage which was collected from the well-wishers in and around our parish. A lunch with the inmates were also arranged.

Holy Week: Parish organized a procession with the Kurisinte Vazhi in English, Hindi and Malayalam. It was pleasant surprise to all when our His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara took part in the procession. His Grace carried the crucifixion statue along with other priests in the procession. About 600 persons took part in the procession and all were served Kanji, Payar and Achar after veneration of the crucifix in the church. Easter Vigil conducted at 7.00 pm on Saturday evening at the Mother Theresa IP Extension Church. We had the enactment of the resurrection of Jesus with the back ground of light, sound and video presentation. Beautifully decorated Easter eggs were distributed to all and two of them got surprise gifts.

Holy Week and Annual Retreat The parish community joined together and participated in the liturgical celebrations of Holy Week with devotion and spiritual preparation. Annual Retreat

in preparation to the Holy week was led by Rev. Fr. Linson Chenganiyadan CST. Rev. Fr. Augustine Pamplany CST gave us the Good Friday Message. Thanks for our dear fathers who spiritually nourished us during the Holy Week through their message. 24 Hours of AdorationThe parish community actively participated in 24 hours of adoration conducted in our Church in connection with Mercy Year. Thanks to the Father who helped us for Confession and the sisters for leading the adoration.

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PARISH

Assumption Forane Church, Mayur Vihar III

“Merciful Journey for Mercy”Around hundred of the women from this parish made a journey to the Cathedral to enter through the door of mercy. Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhath and Mother Mercy CMC led the crowd to the place of mercy in the diocese. They were welcomed by the Cathedral Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Rajan Punnackal who also gave them a short and inspiring class. After receiving Mercy from the Lord, the team headed towards another place of Mercy, Sanjoepuram. They were all very happy and delighted to spend their time with the blessed inmates over there. They distributed the help in kind, both money and the things that Mathrujothis members collected as part of the year of Mercy, for the growth of this holy village and its holy inmates. They all returned to their homes having spent the whole day in receiving and giving the mercy that Our Lord Jesus Christ had given them. First Holy Mass of Rev. Fr. Varghese Ithithara

It was really a great and proud day for the parishioners as they attended the first mass of Rev. Fr. Varghese Ithithara in the Parish on March 6, 2016. He had served the parish as a brother around nine months. The whole parish turned up to pray for him and wish him all the very best in his future ministry as a priest. After the holy mass, he was felicitated by the

parish community. Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhath and the Kaikkarans wished him with flowers. All praised God for the wonderful gift of vocation God has given him. Exam Preparation Class As students of 10th and 12th class were entering into the final exams, the parish organized a short exam preparation class. Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhath initiated the class in which many of our students made their presence felt. Deacon Mathew Kizhackechira conducted the class with various aspects that were necessary for the preparations for the exams. The class did really help the students to have a tensionless and stress-free exams.Class for Parents and YouthOn 13th March, 2016, the parish organized a class for all the parents in the parish. The class began in the morning after the mass. Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhath set the class on the move welcoming everyone and wishing them all a great day. Deacon Mathew Kizhackechira lead the class. He dealt with the current crises parents face in bringing up children in faith and morals. Class focused on the formation of faith in the Christian families and the role of the parents in the overall growth of their children. ‘Psycho-Sexual-Spiritual Growth of the Youth Today’On 13th March, 2016, Deacon Mathew Kizhackechira, under the guidance of Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhath, conducted an Audio-Visual class on ‘Psycho-Sexual-Spiritual Growth of the Youth Today’ for all the youth in the parish. The class for the youth had a great impact on them to have a positive approach towards one’s own life, towards one’s relationships (friends and parents) and above all helped the youth to realize the importance of life

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St. Joseph Church, Kalkaji St. Augustine Forane Church, Karol Bagh

of faith in today’s world. They all thanked him for the wonderful experience to which the class guided them. Knowing the BibleWith an aim to make the parishioners more educated in the different aspects of faith, Rev. Fr. Renson Thekkinezhathoraganized a Bible Class on various topics since one year. Deacon Mathew Kizhackechira helped him in arranging the classes and presenting the same for the people. Many people gradually joined the classes, conducted once or twice in every month and could make the opportunity to know the Bible, different teachings of the Catholic Church and various other topics concerning faith and morals. These classes really helped them to clarify many doubts and grow in the knowledge of faith.“Audio-Visual Passion and Adoration of the Lord”On First Friday, 4th March, 2016, after the evening

mass the monthly adoration and way of the cross were conducted creatively in an audio-visual way. The Holy Eucharist was exposed and the video of the 14 stations were displayed through a projector. This dual prayer helped the people to pray earnestly and to experience the Lord with the Cross, in the Holy Bread on the altar. The day ended having experienced the Lord more closely than ever. There was also a special adoration for all the students who were to appear for the final exams.

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Little Flower Church, Lado Sarai

ANNUAL RETREATThe Annual Parish retreat of Little Flower Church was held before the commencement of Holy week. The Annual retreat was led by Rev. Fr. Varghese Ithithara. The three days retreat helped the parishioners for the renewal of their life and to prepare themselves for the Holy Week.FEAST OF ST JOSEPHThe feast of St Joseph was celebrated as a day to honour the senior parish members. The parish members above the age of 60 were honoured during the feast day mass. Rev. M.S.M.I. Sisters who celebrate the silver jubilee of their province organized the day’s events. After the Holy Mass an “Oottu Nercha” was arranged for all by the members of St Joseph Unit, who celebrated the feast of their heavenly patron. The newly constructed tabernacle was blessed on that day before the Holy Mass.HOLY WEEK CELEBRATIONS

As it was the last day of the Annual retreat, the programmes of Palm Sunday began at 9.00 am with rosary. A “Snehavirunnu” was arranged for all at noon. Palm Sunday ceremonies which began at 4.00 pm were led by Rev. Fr Varghese Ithithara. Rev. Fr. Jibin Thazhekadan delivered the enriching message of the day. During the Palm Sunday celebrations there was a solemn procession in commemoration

of the solemn entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. On Maundy Thursday, the programmes started

with Rosary at 06 30 pm, followed by Holy Mass. During the Holy Mass feet of 12 Members selected from 12 family units were washed by the celebrant. The Pascal bread and milk brought from homes were blessed and distributed after Holy Mass. The Holy Eucharist was placed for adoration till 12.00 am. The Good Friday ceremonies were started at 8.00 am. During the way of the Cross along the road, live presentation of all 14 stations was made by DSYM members of the Parish. The live presentation helped everybody to meditate deeply on the passion of Christ and it was a moment of Christian proclamation before the Non-Christians. After the procession there was veneration of the Crucifix and distribution of Chorukka followed by Kanji, Payar and Achar for all.

On the day Holy Saturday the parish community was blessed with the presence of Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, our Bishop, who was the main celebrant of the day. It was a graceful occasion for the parishioners as this years’ renewal of the baptismal vows and blessing of the Holy Water were officiated by our Archbishop. We thank His Grace for his special concern and love towards us. The Easter celebrations were started on Saturday evening at 7.00 pm. During

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the ceremonies there was a live presentation of the resurrection of Jesus led by the members of St. Alphonsa family unit, which gave a living experience of Jesus’ resurrection to all. It was followed by solemn procession with candles. Easter eggs were distributed to everyone after the Holy Mass.

Rev. Fr. Jibin Thazhekadan, from the Archdiocese of Thrissur and who is doing his higher studies at Banaras University, was available during the Holy Week and his powerful and attractive sermons enlightened and nourished the parishioners. On these

days of Holy Week, especially on Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Night, the liturgical ceremonies were enriched with the presence of almost 1700 faithful everyday in Anderia Mode. We thank everybody who helped us to make the Holy Week celebrations fruitful, especially Rev. Fathers who came to hear confessions, Rev. Sisters of M.S.M.I. convent, parishioners who sponsored flowers, Good Friday Kanji and Easter eggs, the parish council members and all the parishioners who laboured hard on these days.

St. Jude’s Church Sahibabad

The Door of Mercy was opened in our parish on the 8th February by His Grace Archbishop Mar

Kuriakose Bharanikulangra and followed by Holy Mass and services of the Ash Wednesday. On the same day His Grace launched a new Website created by the youth of our parish under the guidance of our parish priest Rev. Fr. George Thoomkuzhy and youth animator Rev. Sr. Anchal of Holy Family Convent, the Website is - www.stjudeparishsbd.com . The site includes the buying of the land, laying the foundation stone, to the very date events and information’s are attached.

The great Lenten season is a time of fast and abstinence and it is practice to conduct the annual retreat during the Lenten season. So our parish conducted the annual retreat on 26, 27 and 28th of February by the Rev. Fr. Basil Mookanthottathil

and his team from Ludhiana. It was rather a good achievement for the parishners as all of us whole heartedly participated and received many heavenly blessings.

On 20th of March the church entered into Palm Sunday and the holy week. The holy week was observed traditionally with the Passover unleavened bread and milk prepared in the church. After the holy mass our parish priest cut the unleavened bread and distributed among everyone. Good Friday services ended with the way of the cross followed by nercha kanji. On Maundy Thursday and Good Friday chanting of the puthen pana was sung and thus the new blood was made aware of our traditions. Easter vigil mass was at 8pm, and there was the blessing of the new holy water, followed by coffee and Easter eggs to resemble the new life.

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Our Lady of Fatima Forane Church, Jasola

Ephatha 2016

Our Lady of Fatima Forane Church DSYM unit organised EPHPHATHA 2016 One Day Youth Convention on Sunday, 21st February 2016 at the church premises for the 9th consecutive time. It was indeed bliss to see youth from all over the Diocese for the first time to participate in prayer and fellowship for a better Christ experience. The resource person for the program was Br. Santhosh Karumathra, a renowned gospel preacher and worship leader. The day started with Holy Mass celebrated by Rev. Dr. Jacob Nangelimalil (Vicar) and Rev. Fr Binoy Vazhayil CMI (Asst. Vicar) especially for the youth participating in the convention. It was then followed by inauguration by lighting of the lamp by the priests, resource person, council members and youth leaders.St. Joseph’s Feast CelebrationFeast of St. Joseph was commemorated in the parish on 13th March 2016 during the morning mass. Rev. Fr Binoy OFM Cap. celebrated the Holy Mass. We also greeted Rev. Fr. Vinod and Dn Joseph on the occasion, who were celebrating their feast. It was followed by ‘Snehavirunnu’ where all the parishioners joined in gathering.Parish Annual RetreatAnnual Parish Retreat was conducted in the parish

from 17-19 March for the spiritual renewal of the faithful. It was led by Rev. Fr Augustine Pamplany and Rev. Sr Marriette MSMI. It was a spiritually enriching experience for all the faithful through prayer, reflection, adoration, messages and songs. It really helped our prisoners for the preparation of the Holy Week. We also sincerely thank Rev. Fr Rajan Punnackal the coordinator parish retreat on behalf of the parishHoly Week Celebrations

The Holy Week services and ceremonies were conducted in the parish with utmost sanctity, where the parishioners prepared themselves for the coming of the Risen Lord. The Palm Sunday Homily was delivered by Rev. Fr John Puthenpurackal VC (Director-Divine Faridabad) and Good Friday message was given by Rev. Fr Thomas Ettiyil VC (Administrator-Divine Faridabad). The Easter Sunday Homily was delivered by Rev. Fr Jose Murickan (Director-NISCORT).

The procession on Good Friday was both a spirit-filled and visual treat to all the procession participants. Good Friday Tableau re-enacted various stations of the Way of the Cross in a creative manner that left the faithful awestruck and provided for an experience in the light and mood of the suffering and death of Lord Jesus. Similarly,

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St. John Paul II Church, Indirapuram - Vaishali

the Easter vigil celebrations were conducted with an altogether different aura with a live re-enactment of the resurrection of Lord Jesus inside the church premises.Summer Camp for Catechism StudentsA Summer Camp was organised for the catechism students of the parish from 28th to 30th March for the students of classes 5-11 in the church premises. It was a perfect blend of informative and motivating sessions, biblical classes, prayer, music, games and get-together for the students. It was a

non-residential camp focussing on the spiritual upbringing and personality of the children. The resource person for the camp were Rev. Fr Benny Palatty, Rev. Sr Anchal Therese CHF, Rev. Sr Rosilin SH, Rev. Sr Susan SH, Br Joji, Br Thomas, Mr Roy P Devasia. They were supported by youth members Febia, Akhil during the sessions. Rev. Dr. Jacob Nangelimalil, Rev. Fr Vinod Moonjely and Dn. Joseph were there to support the organising team and children and also addressed them during the days of the camp.

“There is nothing permanent except change” said Heraclitus, a famous Philosopher.

Change is inevitable. Without change there cannot be progress. St. John Paul II, Vaishali is three year old and Rev. Fr. Joseph Arackal CST is our third Parish Priest to be transferred. He was called back by his superiors to be sent back to Germany to work in a Parish. Besides his usual spiritual services he tried to raise fund through starting a deposit scheme, cake making, blanket installment scheme etc. for buying a piece of land for a parish building but could not fully materialize the same. He was instrumental in getting a large hall of Fr. Agnel School Vaishali for Holy Mass and catechism. We are grateful to Rev. Fr. Carvalo for the same. We bid farewell to him on 21st February after the Holy Mass. Mr. Siby Joseph, the Asst. Trusty thanked and wished him all the best on

behalf of the entire parish. Father too expressed his words of gratitude and showered his blessings for the better future of the Parish.

Rev. Fr. Linson (Francis) Chenginiyattu CST arrived in the parish as the new parish priest. A welcome cum farewell dinner was arranged by the Parish committee on 24the evening at John Paul Sadan. He introduced himself to all committee members and they welcomed him to the parish and the outgoing Parish Priest handed over the keys of Tabernacle on behalf of the Bishop and the accounts including the cheque books to the new Parish Priest.

Rev. Fr. Linson (Francis) Chenginiyattu was accorded a formal welcome after the Holy Mass on 28th February by Mr. Thankachan Jose, the Trusty of the Parish. Father in turn expressed his joy and expectations.

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St. Francis of Assisi Forane Church, Dilshad Garden

Parish Retreat The annual Parish retreat was held on March 17, 18 and 19 ,2016. Retreat was preached by Fr Benny from Mother Home Retreat Centre in the Archdiocese of Thalassery. The theme of the retreat was “Families and Year of Mercy”. Parish people in big numbers participated in the retreat even by taking leave of the duties in hospitals and offices. Children and youth also participated in the retreat along with parents. On the last day there was healing service and special prayers for children. It was also a preparation for the Holy Week. Year of Mercy In connection with Year of Mercy many spiritual, charitable activities are being arranged in the parish. Special prayers were offered on the Day of Inauguration of Year of Mercy. We have started a Night Vigil in connection with Year of Mercy on every third Saturday. People in good number participated in first Night Vigil. Families and Unit members started to go on pilgrimage to visit different churches to enter through the Holy Door and get forgiveness of sin.

Many families have started to give money and materials to help the people in need as an expression of their faith. Some unit members have come together to distribute food and other materials to people in need. Altar boys as an expression of their love to be with the needy have collected a good amount by collecting and selling the old News papers collected from the families. Holy Week celebrations This year we have had a grant celebration of Holy week, both spiritually and externally. Arrangements were made for confession by inviting priests from Ruhalaya Seminary Ujjain. Rev. Fr. Paul and Rev. Fr. Mathew were in the parish for one week to help us in Holy Week.

Palm Sunday

On March 20, 2016 at 6.30 am we started the Holy Week with Blessing of Palm leaves by Our Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara at Sneha Sadan. A long procession was taken to Mother Teresa Covent Hall at Thahirpur. There Archbishop gave the sermon and offered the Holy Mass. He advised the people to involve in the parish activities actively in this Year of Mercy. Maundy Thursday On 24th March 2016 at 6.30am we started the programme at MC Convent Hall. This is a day of institution of Holy Eucharist, Priesthood and Jesus Washing the feet of his disciples. Five priests with thousands of faithful participated in the programme. There was meaningful Homily by Fr Mathew Elavikal. There after the washing of the feet ceremony was done by Fr Kurian Parish Prelist. Procession of the Holy Eucharist and Adoration was conducted after the Holy Mass. In the evening breaking of the bread was celebrated in the parish units by the families. Priests and sisters participated in this function. Good Friday Good Friday function started at 8.30 am on 25th March 2016. The passion narratives of Jesus was red out and Good Friday Sermon was given by Bro. Dilip CST. Then we started the way of the cross procession starting from MC Convent to Snehasadan through GTB road. Throughout the procession was people

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St. Peter’s Church, R.K. Puram

walked in line attentively with prayer and reflection. As it reached the Church there was the Kissing of the Crucifix and receiving the Chorukka followed by the Kanji. Not less than 2000 people participated in the function.Easter Vigil Easter vigil function started on 26th at 10 p.m in MC Convent hall. The function started outside the church with the dramatic presentation of the Resurrection. It was wonderful and realistic. After the Resurrection we went in procession to the Church with the statue of Resurrected Christ and had the Easter Sermon by Fr Paul Mudathotty. Then we continued the Holy Mass. After the Mass the parish youth distributed the Easter sweets to the people and all exchanged Easter Greetings. We concluded the programme by 12.30 am. St. Joseph’s Feast Sts Joseph’s Feast was solemnly celebrated on 31st March 2016. The Main celebrant was Rev. Msgr. Jose Edassery, Vicar General, Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi. It was his first visit to Dilshad Garden after assuming the post of Vicar General of Faridabad-Delhi Diocese. The Mass was at 7.30 pm at Mother Teresa Convent

Hall. We started by welcoming VG. He preached a very good sermon. During the Mass offertory was done by all the Joseph’s of the parish Nos 48 and all the couples celebrating the silver Jubilee of their marriage. All the Joseph’s and newly wedded couples were greeted with Rose flowers and Silver Jubilerians were greeted with Memento. An Oottu Neercha (meal) was arranged for all the parish people.

Santhome Bible Fest A parish level Bible Fest was conducted on 22nd March to select the best performers to send to the Diocesan level competition. There were participants in all most all items and the best were chosen from their performance. Now they will be given special training to go the Diocesan level.

Parish Day Celebrations St. Peter’s Church celebrated Parish Day, Catechism Annual Day and First Holy Communion of children on 22nd November 2015 with solemn

Eucharist by Very Rev. Dr. Jacob Nangelimalil, Vicar Our Lady of Fatima Forane, Jasola, and Rev. Dr. Pius Malekandathil parish priest, Fr. Jose Vattakuzhiyil, and Fr. George Thaicherril co-celebrant. It was an auspicious day for the church as Rose Mary Biju, Jinu Varghese and Jephin Reji received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion. Rev. Fr. Pius appreciated Rev. Sr. Navya F.C.C and Rev. Sr. Jeena Joseph. F.C.C. Palam and catechism teachers for their devotion and hard work for preparing these children for Holy Communion.

The inaugural ceremony began with the

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the stage by skit performance and won applause from the audience. Catechism students, DSYM youth members, Choir Members, Mathru Jyothis and others made a colourful performance on stage.

Prizes for Academic Excellence and 100% attendance scorers of catechism students were given away by the Chief Guest. All the children of catechism participated in various programs and got an opportunity to exhibit their talents. The program was culminated with a happy note and Snehavirunnu.

Mother Teresa Church, South Extension

Nurse’s SeminarA Seminar was organized on 28th of February 2016 for the nurses of Mother Teresa Church, South Extension Parish at Ayurvigyan Nagar. 70 nurses attended the seminar, which talked about the difficulties and problems faced by the nursing staff and how to counter it.3 Days RetreatA retreat was organized for the parishioners of Mother Teresa Church, South Extension on 11th, 12th and 13th of March 2016 at Fr. Agnel School Auditorium. The retreat was conducted by Rev. Fr. Dinny Pandimattam VC from Jharkhand.Holy WeekPalm Sunday was celebrated on 20th March 2016 at Fr. Agnel School Auditorium. Rev. Fr. Joby gave the sermon. Holy Thursday was celebrated on 24th March 2016. Rev. Fr. Johnson Palatty

VC, Parish Priest of Mother Teresa Church, South Extension, washed the feet of men celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. Appam and Paal were distributed after the mass. Way of the Cross Procession was held after mass on Good Friday, 25th March 2016 from Fr. Agnel School grounds to Ayurvigyan Nagar. Delhi Syro Malabar Youth Movement (DSYM) unit of Mother Teresa Church, South Extension enacted the Way of the Cross at various stations throughout the procession. Lunch was distributed after the procession. Easter Vigil Mass was on 26th March 2016 at Fr. Agnel School grounds. Resurrection re-enactment was prepared by the DSYM unit under the guidance of Br. Alwin. Rev. Fr. Charles VC and Rev. Fr. Thomas VC from Satna were the main celebrants on Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday.

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Nirmal Hriday Church, Tagore Garden

St. Mary's Church, Mayur Vihar I

Annual RetreatTo meditate on the passion, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, Nirmal Hriday Church, Tagore Garden organized a Retreat on 4th & 5th March 2016 at Nirmal Hriday Church, Tagore Garden and 6th March 2016 at St. Mark’s Church, Punjabi Bagh. The retreat was led by Rev. Fr. Biju Mulackal MCBS from Abhishekagni Team and supported by Rev. Fr. Santo Puthumanakunnath MCBS

Faithfull participated in big numbers and got enriched and enlightened on these 3 days of Retreat. Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Antony Lijo Thaliyath took special care in ensuring that everyone goes through Confessions and part-take in the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.Revelations Cup Football Tournament DSYM Unit of Nirmal Hriday Church, Tagore Garden organized an Inter-Parish Revelations Cup Football Tournament 2016 on 21st February 2016 at Shivaji Collage grounds. 30 teams from all across Delhi NCR participated in the tournament. Fr. Antony Lijo Thaliyath Parish Priest at Nirmal Hriday Church and Director DSYM kick started the tournament. Matches were conducted simultaneously in three grounds. Team Spartans FC won the Tournament. Team Joga Bonito was

the Runners Up. Akshay from Joga Bonito Team was awarded Best Player of the Tournament. Nishant Chandy from Galaticos team was awarded Best Goalkeeper. Mr. Jeffin Joseph was the main coordinator of the Tournament.Puthenpaana Paarayanam

To uphold the Syro Malabar Nasaranee’s practice of Puthenpaana Paarayanam a trained team of singers under the leadership of Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Antony Lijo Thaliyath sang Puthenpaana in the evening hours of Good Friday. Almost all the members of the parish came to participate in this. This was followed by the movie “Son of God” which took all the faithful through the spiritual journey along with life history of Jesus.

St. Mary’s Church Mayur Vihar Phase-I organized live enactment of the way of the cross on Good

Friday, it was started from Chilla DDA flats and terminated at St. Mary’s Church. All parishioners pious fully attended the procession. Rev. Fr. Linson, Vicar of Vaishali parish delivered the Good Friday message and finally Agape served. After the Agape ‘Passion of Christ’ movie was showed.

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