First ever ‘JISU JANH NGAM’ ( the power of the name of Jesus) by Fr Innocent Panmei was released by the Mission Delegate SPCSA in Don Bosco Kohima. The book contains Biblical quotations for our troubled and painful life at times.
Rev. Fr. Angel Fernandez Artime, the Rector Major of Salesians of Don Bosco has appointed Rev. Fr. Agilan Sarprasadam, the present Vice Provincial, as the FIFTH PROVINCIAL of the Salesian Province of Annai Velankanni, Tiruchy (INT). The announcement was made on 18 December 2019.
The installation of the Provincial Elect will be held on 04 JANUARY 2020 at DB Manikandam, Trichy. Hearty congratulations to dear Fr. Agilan. May the Lord bless you.
Hearty congratulations
The vestition of nine (9) novices of the Salesian of the Province of Dimapur was held on 7 Dec. 2019 at Sechii Zubza, Nagaland at 7.00 am. The holy mass was presided over by Rev. Fr. Jose Kuruvachira Jose SDB, the Provincial of the Province of Dimapur. There were 11 priests, 5 sisters, 2 brothers, 6 FMA novices, 6 Germans, a number of Church leaders of St. Mary Goreti Parish, Savionians and hostellers.
During the homily, Fr. Provincial shared about the Immaculate Conception and invited everyone to imitate our Blessed Mother, who was born without original sin, in her simplicity, commitment, total dedication and chase life. He also reminded us to don on the new person of Jesus Christ and to put away the old man with his evil habits. After the homily, the novices were vested into the religious habit.
The retreat in preparation for the vestition was preached by Fr. PX Francis who came on his bycle from Imphal travelling 157 kms. Soon after the Mass, there was a short felicitation for the newly donned novices, followed by family breakfast.
Fr. Ngasami Joseph SDB
Khoupum: His Grace most Rev. Archbishop Dominic Lumon, the archbishop of Imphal addressed the family of Faith in Tengkuanjang Retreat Centre, Khoupum Valley on the occasion of the Decennial Celebration on 7th December 2019.
The Family of Faith completes her 10 years of Faith journey with the families. It has around 56 sharing centres and has preached more than 60 spiritual Retreats to the people. 6 to 8 December are the days of thanksgiving Decennial celebration. Around 500 people from outside Khoupum have come for the celebration. The people who gathered on the occasion reflected on family values and as to how faith can be nurtured in family. The gathering has boosted morale of the families and showcased the Faith in the families.
By Fr. Kamei James SDB
05 December 2019 Dimapur: BOSCOM South Asia began their 26th General Assembly at Don Bosco Institute for Development and Leadership (DBIDL), Dimapur, Nagaland. The silver jubilee of its establishment is being held this year. The grand inauguration began with the solemn celebration of the Holy Eucharist by Rt. Reve. Joseph Aind, the Bishop of Dibrugarh.
The formal inauguration began at 9.00 am with Shri KD Vizo, Commissioner and Secretary IT and Power Department Government of Nagaland. In his keynote address to the gathering he emphasised how Gospel values can be lived and practiced in one’s life. The silver jubilee celebration is attended by the students of Mass Media and Communication Department of St. Joseph University, Virgin Town, Dimapur, the brothers from Good Shepherd Seminary and the brothers of Salesian College, Dimapur. Th two days of National Seminar is on the topic “Effective Communication of Gospel Values through the Media”. The delegates of BOSCOM hail from different Salesian Provinces of South Asia.
This year the Salesian Province of Dimapur has got nine priestly ordinations of the following deacons: Gangmei Jaojian Daniel, Gonmei Jimmy, Mundu Santosh, Nayak Kuldeep Angel, Pfoze Adani Mathew, Sumi Phuvito Emmanuel, Varakukalayil Jerry, Kiro John Paul and Angou Francis. Kindly remember them in your prayers.
The first death anniversary of Fr. PM Joseph was held at the Salesian College Cemetery, Dimapur, by celebrating the Holy Eucharist in the presence of eight of his relations, fathers, sisters, brothers, novices and faithful on 29 November 2019. The Holy Eucharist was presided over by Fr. Jose Kuruvachira, Provincial of Dimapur Province. In his homily he spoke of the late Fr. PM Joseph as a missionary, formator and guide, who tirelessly worked in the vineyard of the Lord.
The relations travelled all the way from Kerala to participate in the first anniversary mass in honour of Fr. PM Joseph. The prayers at the cemetery concluded with the office of the dead in Malayalam presided over by Fr. KVGeorge SDB. May the soul of Fr. PM Joseph rest in peace.
Euphoria is a sports and cultural week festival that Don Bosco College Kohima observes annually. It is held in the month of November, at the beginning of a fresh semester. Students are divided into four groups and these groups compete against each other in different competitions.
The fest is a platform for Bosconians to showcase their talents in various sports as well as in singing, dancing (western and traditional), playing of instrumental pieces, extempore, to name a few. Here at DBCK, the students are encouraged to become all rounders, where they strive not only for academic excellence but also greatness in all other areas of creative, artistic and athletic pursuits; and as such, Euphoria provides the opportunity for students to display their talents and encourages a spirit of camaraderie.
The Euphoria week is dedicated to a cultural and western day on the 1st and 2nd day of the fest, after which the rest of the week is dedicated to a multitude of sports, track races, indoor and outdoor games, the final day ends with the distribution of medals and awards.
By Fr. TP James SDB
Indeed 10th November 2019 was a memorable day for us, the Visitation Sisters of Don Bosco, Madonna N’Pung, Maram Khullen where the blessing of our new convent took place. The Holy Mass started 10.45am. Rev. Fr. Jose Kuruvashira SDB, the Salesian provincial of Dimapur province, solemnised the Holy Eucharist and was concelebrated by Rev. Fr. Cyraic, the parish priest, Rev. Fr. Sebastian Maninchera Assist. Parish priest, Rev. Fr. Thomas Ekka, Vice Principal of DBHSS, Maram centre, Rev. Fr. Nebu,the province economer, Rev. Fr. T.T. Joseph, the province procurator, Rev. Fr. Benny, Secretary of the Province, and Rev. Fr. Sunny, the vice principal of Don Bosco College, Maram.
Rev. Fr. Cyraic welcomed all the fathers, well-wishers and faithful who came to join the celebration. He introduced to the faithful all the fathers who were present during the Eucharistic celebration.
After the Holy Eucharist, Provincial Rev. Fr. Jose Kuruvashira blessed the new house. A touch of culture presented right after the religious ceremonies by the students.
Sr. Kholia Alfonsa, the community leader of Madonna N’Pung thanked Rev. Jose, the provincial and the Salesians of Dimapur province for inviting the sisters to serve the people at Maram Khullen. Added words of gratitude to all the priests and invitees for encouraging the community with their presence.
Sister mentioned that the presence of Sr. Rosa FMA, The superior of Auxilium Convent, Sr. Martha FMA, Catechist and his family, Mrs. Rang ADC, Maram Khullen, Church Committee, women president and Secretary, youth president and secretary, Uncle Moses, teachers and students of St. John Paul II enabled the community to feel the warmth and support in our efforts in this mission.
She expressed her deep sense of gratitude to all the fathers who took the initiative to invite the VSDB particularly Rev. Fr. K.S. Joseph, Rev. Fr. N.J. Francis who began this project in spite of many challenges
She thanked Br. Banarius and his staff for their enormous contribution in bringing the building into shape.
She made an earnest appreciation to Rev. Fr. Cyraic and Fr. Roy for taking up the arduous task in completing the construction, keeping in mind the various challenges involved due to the location.
We, Madonna N’Pung are grateful to the Salesian community, Maram Khullen for all the help and support they are extending to us. May God continue to reward them.
Sr. Alisha Mary Mawlong VSDB
Salesian Province of Dimapur (IND) 