CHRIST THE KING DELEGATION
MIZORAM – TRIPURA – SILCHAR
DELEGATION ASSEMBLY – 2016
THEME: FRATERNAL ECONOMY AND OUR SERVICE TO THE MISSION
Greetings from the brothers of Mizoram –Tripura. The main event
surpasses all other events of our delegation. This main event was
DELEGATION ASSEMBLY where in all the brothers without caring for the
long journey i.e. eight to ten hours on the road, took pains to come
together to share our sorrows and joys, to pray for each other, to
support each one’s vision, to discuss, to collaborate and to walk
together. The assembly was held in Sairang. All the brothers arrived on
4th September by 10 pm. Because of the rain and landslides the journeys
were horrible. Yet when we reached together there was joy because we met
each other after a long time.
The presence of the Provincial Minister was very encouraging. He brought
greetings and message from the province. It was a delight to have him.
We all gathered together on the eve of the Assembly to invoke the help
from God. There was prayer service to commemorate this event. After the
evening prayer there was welcoming ceremony to the provincial as well as
to all those who have gathered together.
5TH SEPTEMBER: THE FIRST DAY On 5th September we officially began
with the Eucharistic Celebration. Fr Dolphy Pais, the Provincial
Minister presided the Eucharist and Fr. Vincent Monis, provincial
delegate, Fr. Felix D’souza, the first councilor, Fr. Stany Roshan
Dsouza, the second councilor, were the concelebrants. Provincial in his
message stressed on the missionary zeal and our commitment to the
mission.
At 8.45 am we had formal inauguration ceremony by lighting the lamp by
the Provincial, Provincial Delegate and the councilors. The blessings of
Trinity were invoked for guidance and discernment. The first session
began with the address by the provincial. In his address provincial
again stressed how our ministries should be in line with the fraternity.
His address was inspiring.
The first session began with the Delegates Report wherein he highlighted
the work that took place in the delegation, our achievements in the
triennium, our strengths and points to be pondered for the improvement.
Thanks to Fr Vincent Monis for leading this delegation for three years
as his mission was to build up the brotherhood.
Then the delegation treasurer gave a beautiful report on the financial
situation of the delegation. All the expenses were meticulously
calculated and presented. There was growth in our delegation. There was
co-operation in the contribution as well as with the generosity of the
brothers. Moreover, the plans were well executed during this triennium.
After the report, clarifications were sought.
Afternoon, on wards there was report from Fr. Alban D’souza regarding
the activities of the building commission. He presented well all the
executed plans especially that of Friary, School as well as Mission
areas (building new churches).
Fr. John Zodhusanga, presented Vocation report. He reported how the
vocation camps are held, how the vocations are recruited from the native
friars and what is the strategy. It was a surprise that Capuchins got
highest number of vocations in Mizoram.
With evening session the agenda was taken up. Detailed discussions on
our mission work, school apostolate, parish ministry, agreements and
various issues went on till the last date.
6th SEPTEMBER: THE SECOND DAY The day began with the Eucharistic
Celebration by Fr. Felix Pinto. He gave thoughtful homily to begin the
day. Later on business was as usual.
The discussion on agenda went on. Many inputs came forth. There was real
maturity in approaching the problems. The sessions went on smoothly.
In the night there was common recreation. This was a mixture of young
and old. A lot of jokes, fun filled atmosphere filled everyone with joy.
Fr Walter D’souza with his special talent to mimic entertained everyone.
It was a joyous gathering.
7th SEPTEMBER: THE THIRD DAY There was morning adoration. It was for
the special intentions of the delegation. We prayed well. Liturgy
committee conducted this adoration beautifully. It was prayer
experience.
The business of the floor went on as usual. At the end of the session
there was voting for the resolutions and recommendations. With the
passing of resolutions the assembly concluded. Provincial Delegate Fr
Vincent Monis thanked everyone for the success of the Assembly,
including Provincial and the delegate councilors. In return Provincial
thanks the delegate, treasurer and the entire missionary band of
brothers. He also appreciated the maturity shown by brothers in the time
of difficulties. He acknowledged the presence of young missionaries who
have brought a lot of enthusiasm in the delegation by their lively
company, jokes, and through the beautiful liturgy.
To mark the concluding ceremony there was a Jubliee clelebration of
brothers. Afternnoon there was felicitation programme for Fr. Dolphy
Pais, Fr. Felix Pinto who have completed their Silver Jubilee of
Priestly ordination and Fr Joel Rosario who has completed his silver
Jubilee in his religious profession. All were congratulated by flowers,
shawls, and cake. Fr Naveen Moras raised the toast where as Fr Arun
conducted the programme. There was Agapic meal prepared by Fr Praveen
Vincy and Fr Richard D’Souza.
Evening there was mass. Since it was the eve of Monti Fest – Nativity of
BVM, the mass was offered in her honour by Fr Joel. Beautiful songs were
sung and God was praised. Fr Vincent Monis in his homily stressed the
faith of Abraham who was asked by his son Isaac ‘Dad Where is the lamb?
For which Abraham replied ‘God will provide.’ He shared his personal
experience.
The assembly officially came to an end with the mass. There was again
meal and common recreation. It was very joyous event of the brothers.
The next day morning a few brothers would proceed to take up long
journey and many would return to their destiny. Provincial briefed the
gathering and wished every one good luck.
Thank you…. God bless you all….
