For the first time,
an online portal has been designed in a social media platform for Mass offering
request by Christian faithful who used to request Masses in our friaries and
churches in person. Hence ‘Online Mass Offerings Request’ is made available to
all and could be accessed easily by clicking on the link and filling up the
necessary details. We will offer Masses for your specific intentions and pray
for you. Kindly share it with others too to avail this spiritual benefit. It is
a creative, collective and communicative pastoral venture of the Capuchin Friars
from Karnataka Province.
We Rise by lifting others: A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal. This little
child is on a verge of loosing her both kidneys, in spite of all difficulties
wants to study. Your kind help would mean a great blessing to this child. Let us
pray for her and contribute in whatever way we can. God bless us all.
Community
Convergence facilitation Forum (CCFFs) leaders training: Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti
Charitable trust Pothnal organised training programs from 4th of June 2022 to
August 7th 2022 to community leaders at Gram Panchayat and Village level in 20
pockets of our targeted villages of Manvi Taluka. The main aim of this training
program is to train the community leaders to contribute to ensuring the social
protection, promoting of people participation in governance, enhancing access to
social security schemes to vulnerable people and communities like migrant
workers, transgender and other marginalised communities through evidence-based
knowledge building, at pothnal surrounding villages. The major focus of the
training is realizing rights and entitlements with and through the community by
building an effective interface with government departments and institutions
using Community Convergence Facilitation Forums (CCFFs) led by a collective of
trained CLs. The CCFFs a groundbreaking community driven platform, which is
innovative in the sense that the measures adopted not only encourage people’s
participation, but also lead to enhancing informed decision-making in local
governance. Nearly 165 community members have joined and pariticipated in the
training program to become active CCFFs leaders to work for their community to
tap the entitlements for their communities.
AICS
- Hindi Essay Writing Competition @ Trinity Central School “Champions
rarely talk. They just perform and the world around them talks.”
Trinity Central School witnessed such a champion who brought laurels to
the school. Ms Fathimath Zohra of Grade 10 secured the first place in
the AICS Level Hindi Essay Writing competition held at Don Bosco School,
Shirva on 29-07-2022. Her dedication, persistent efforts and hard work
entitled her a gold medal. The Trinity Family is proud of her
outstanding achievement. We extend our heartiest congratulations to Ms
Fathimath Zohra and wish her all the very best in her future endeavours.
EID-
AL- ADHA MUBARAK @ ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL, Chikodi The
students of St. Francis of Assisi School celebrated, the festival of
sacrifice i.e. Bakrid in the school, on18-07-2022 outlining its
significance through a short programme. Dr. Shaista Jamadar was the
chief guest of the programme. Dances, Qawali and speeches by the
children highlighted the clear message of love and sacrifice. The chief
guest addressed the gathering and delivered a meaningful message on the
festival of sacrifice. Thanks to our generous parents for sweetening the
mouths of children with sweets.
Free
Medical Health checkup camps organized -350 patients benefited from
these programs: Vimukti Pothnal VIMUKTI
Pothnal organized free health checkups camps in targeted villages of
Manvi Taluka. The Patients who attended for the health checkup,
including men women and children were given input sessions on Yoga in
life and its immense health benefits. the patients were suggested to
practice Surya Namaskar, Pranayama, Anulom-Vilom etc. staff nurse in her
sessions educated the patients on avoiding tobacco, maintaining a
healthy body weight, eating right, doing enough exercise and patients
were diagnosed with health problems like seasonal flu, hypertension,
weakness, malnutrition and other illness were given prescriptions and
medicines. Nearly 350 patients were distributed free medicines.
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL -
Chikodi
100 % RESULTS - X Std ICSE EXAMS Congratulations to all our dear X Std.
students of the academic year 2021-22
TALENT
FEST AT SNEHA JYOTHI VIDYALYA, POTHNAL “Hide
not your talents, they for use were made, What's a sundial in the
shade?” Says Benjamin Franklin Every artist was first an amateur. Talent is something that makes
you excel in a task more than someone else. If you are naturally good at
something, you have got the talent for it. Talent Hunt is one such
event, which gives a platform to students to represent their talents in
any field. Keeping this in mind, Fr. Sunil Cornelio, Headmaster of SJV
School organized on 23rd July 2022 a virtual ‘Show your talent ‘session
for all the students. Students participated enthusiastically and
exhibited their talent in various activities. Some sang songs, some
showcased their foot-tapping moves, while others narrated stories or
recited rhymes. The students staged spectacular performances in colorful
attires using fascinating props and backdrops making all parents and
their teachers spellbound.
Blue
Day
Celebration
:
Infant
Jesus
School “The
sun
is
up
the
sky
is
blue
Its
Beautiful
so
are
you.”
LKG
and
UKG
students
were
draped
in
blue
as
the
celebration
of
Blue
day
was
organized.
Children
wore
the
blue
dress
and
danced
for
the
Blue
Song.
Children
brought
to
school
whatever
blue
thing
they
could
find
at
home.
The
day
was
fantastic
and
enchanting
Mr
Remy Rodrigues secures First Rank in M.Ed. Mr
Remy Rodrigues the assistant teacher of St Francis of Assisi school
secured First Rank in Rani Chennamma University Belagavi, in M.ed
examination. He is also now a double degree holder. We congratulate him
and wish him all the best in his career as teacher!
ISPL
and
DSPL
Election
:
Infant
Jesus
School The
election
of
the
SPL
and
DSPL
was
carried
out
methodically
by
the
teaching
staff
of
the
school.
The
election
was
held
at
the
beginning
of
the
academic
year.
The
students
appreciated
getting
a
sneak
peek
at
the
election
process.
Blue
day celebration by kindergartners of Trinity Central School “Let
the blue sky meet the blue sea and all is blue for a time.” - Mancy
Barbour
Kindergartners of Trinity Central School celebrated “Blue day” on the
15th of July 2022. All the kids dressed up in shades of blue showcased
pleasant and cool blue day. The classrooms were decorated with blue
balloons and children were introduced to various objects that were blue
in colour. Different objects of shades of blue were displayed in the
classrooms like blue umbrella, blue car, blue cap, blue flowers, etc.
Children were made to name different pictures in the classroom that had
blue colour in them in order to have a clear sense of colour and its
importance. The teachers guided the children in making charts that
included all the things in the surroundings that were blue in colour
like the ferns, clouds, ocean, dolphin, umbrella, etc. It was an amazing
learning experience for children as the importance of saving water
(shade of blue) was also taught on this day.
International
Yoga
Day
:
Infant
Jesus
School International
Yoga
day
was
celebrated
in
the
school.
Mr
Shivamurthy
taught
some
important
Yogic
exercises
to
the
students
and
briefed
the
importance
of
Yoga
for
the
healthy
life.
Environment
Day
:
Infant
Jesus
School The
school
marked
the
occasion
of
Environment
Day
by
participating
in a
tree-planting
activity
on
the
school
grounds.
1st
graders
organized
the
program
me
with
the
assistance
of
the
other
teachers.
The
Principal,
Fr.
Andrew
Jayaraj,
advised
the
kids
to
take
care
of
and
safeguard
the
environment
since
it
is
the
abode
of
all.
Inaugural
Day
:
Infant
Jesus
School A
quote
attributed
to
Plato
states
that
"Begging
is
the
essential
part
of
the
work."
The
beginning
of
the
academic
year
2022-2023
got
off
to a
fantastic
start
with
the
participation
of
Fr.
Robin
Victor
D'suoza
at
the
inaugural
event.
On
that
day,
children
presented
their
varied
abilities
to
everyone
in
attendance.
The
performanceof
by
Master
Gandharvavudye
stood
out
as
the
most
alluring
(recognition
of
person
and
thing
blindfolded).The
day
was
a
very
joyous
occasion
since
it
marked
the
arrival
of
Fr.
Vincent
Balraj
as
the
new
superior
of
Infant
Jesus
Nivas.
100%
results in ICSE Board exams 2021-22 for the 8th consecutive year
In yet another achievement the Trinity Central School, Perampalli has
aced the ICSE results with an outstanding performance. With a formidable
100% for the 8th consecutive year and 11 students securing 100/100 in
different subjects, the students have indeed brought laurels to the
school. With 50 students appearing for the exam everyone has passed with
flying colours.
Rania Dsouza has put in her best efforts and has performed exceptionally
well by securing 98.4%. She is the topper of the school. Dagney Carol
Noronha stands second with 97.2% whereas, Harsha U Poojary and Kannika
secure the third position with 96.4%
While 6 students have scored above 95%, 8 students have scored above
90%, 10 students above 85%, 11 students above 80%, 7 students above 75%,
8 students have secured above 65% and have brought accolade and laurels
to the school.
The following students defied their adversities by securing 100/100 in
the following subjects: Rania Dsouza (History & Civics, Chemistry and Biology)
Kannika (Mathematics and Biology)
Sampada (Biology and History & Civics
Harsha U Poojary (History & Civics and Mathematics)
Dagney Carol Noronha (Biology)
Aadhya R Shetty (Biology)
The hard work of the teachers and the personal accomplishments of the
students are no doubt commendable. Trinity Central School has created a
niche for itself with its consistent performance in the last few years.
We are proud of the perseverance and dedication of our students and
teachers who have left no stone unturned to outshine with a 100% result.
We congratulate all the students and their parents for their outstanding
achievement. We wish them all the very best in their future endeavours.
Urgent
task: fighting for human trafficking in every month around 450 to 550
people are benefiting from this training program: Vimukti Pothnal From
5th to 16th of July, 2022 Vimukti Pothnal organized the awareness
program on human trafficking in ten villages of Manvi and Sindhnoor
Talukas. Human trafficking is the third biggest criminal industry after
narcotic drugs and illegal arms supply. Generally, the organized crime
of human trafficking extends beyond state and national boundaries. It is
also multi-dimensional, involving elements of several crimes like
kidnapping/abduction, buying and selling of humans, bonded labor and
sexual exploitation. The ugliest face of human trafficking is
trafficking of girls of sexual exploitation. In India, 46% of women and
girls trafficked, are for commercial sexual exploitation, 27% for
domestic servitude and 27% for forced labor. Keeping these thoughts in
mind Vimukti Pothnal has been conducting sessions in the AWCs, Schools,
public places, and in Community apart from legal remedies; prevention of
human trafficking requires several types of interventions and demanding
the concerned officials should focus on creation of compulsory,
high-quality education, employment opportunities and income generation
for marginal and vulnerable sections in the society.
60
days of rigorous Dr Babu Jagjivan Ram leather industries development
training program held at vimukti: Vimukti
Charitable trust, pothnal organized leather development industries
training program for the marginalized people, of Pothnal surrounding
villages Manvi taluka. The main an objective of the training program is
to overall development of Leather industry and upliftment of socio-
economic conditions of leather Artisans in the state. The vision is to
train of artisans in modern leather technology, provide strong Backward
and Forward marketing linkages to artisans etc. the resources person
highlighted and emphases to provide technical and marketing facilities
to leather artisans and to create marketing network within and outside
the state. The focused issues are to organized awareness programmes,
training camps needs to conduct in footwear and leather good making for
income generation and livelihood etc. Among 75 candidates who applied
applications among them nearly30 were selected for this intensive
training program and are benefiting from the program.
Investiture
Ceremony @ ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL, Chikodi “Leadership
is the capacity to translate vision into reality”. St Francis of
Assisi school conducted Investiture Ceremony on 4th July with full zeal
and zest. This momentous occasion began with procession of newly elected
school cabinet followed by prayer song and welcome dance. Fr. Jeson
Fernandes, the principal, administered the oath taking ceremony to the
SPL, DSPL and all other cabinet members. Thereafter, Fr. Principal
offered a bouquet of flowers and wished them all the best in their new
responsibility.
INVESTITURE CEREMONY @ Trinity Central School To
foster and promote leadership qualities in students, "The School
Parliament" was formed on June 28, 2022. The students from grades 5 - 10
witnessed their leaders taking the oath and promising to work for the
betterment of the school. Ms. Leona of grade 10 hosted the program by
giving a brief introduction of the investiture ceremony. The Chief Guest
of the program Rev. Fr Cyril Roshan Menezes, the Principal Rev. Fr
Dominic Sunil Lobo, Vice Principal Rev. Fr Ravi Rajesh Serrao and the
Academic Coordinator, Ms. Magdelina Lewis were present on the dais.
Prayer is the raising of one's mind and heart to God which was
melodiously sung by our school choir. Handing over the School and House
flags to the newly elected Head Boy and the house captains was done by
the Principal. The pinning of badges and cincturing of the sash was done
by the dignitaries on the dais. "An oath is not to be made, but to be
kept".
Two
months intensive training for Women on tailoring and Embroidery & designing:
Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti Pothnal in collaboration with UNDP organized two months intensive
training on Embroidery and designing programme for the women at Vimukti
premises. The main aim and objective of our training is to conduct livelihood
programs for women and dropout girls to create sustainable livelihoods, build up
confidence among self-help Groups (SHGs). For the past many years now, vimukti
begin the self- employment training programs for women and dropout girls has
made lot of difference in many lives of many women and their families. Deprived
women and girls have been learning and some of them started their Micro
enterprise in tailoring and embroidery and stitching the different type of
blouses, zari work on sarees, etc. with these skills they earn as supplementary
income for their family.
Vanamahotsava
and Birthday Celebration of Fr. Wilfred Naveen at SJV School, Pothnal Every
year our School discovers new paths to plant the seeds for an Integral
Ecology in the minds of the students. On 4th July, the School celebrated
the Vanamahotsava – “Tree Planting Festival” and also the birthday
celebration of Fr. Wilfred Naveen D’Silva OFM Cap. The day commenced by
thanking God for the blessing of nature which sustains our life and for
the gift of life bestowed on Fr. Wilfred Naveen, Asst Headmaster. The
students hosted the celebration delivering informative messages,
dancing, and singing. The Headmaster, Forest Officer Mr. Rajeev, the
Nature’s Lover, Ravi Patil, staff, non-teaching staff, parents and
students took pride in planting saplings on the school grounds.
Five
days of intensive Entrepreneurship Development Programme for the Women:
Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti
Pothnal in collaboration with UNDP organized five days on intensive
Entrepreneurship development programme for the women at Vimukti
premises. The main aim of the program is to help local & small
entrepreneurs thrive by providing training, handholding and mentorship
enabling micro-entrepreneurs to scale better and faster. These training
programs help educate & develop microentrepreneurs with various business
& social aspects. It helps them learn with problem solving, conflict
management, leadership, communication, negotiation skills through a
medium of role play, indoor and outdoor activities. Apart from these the
entrepreneur is also taken through various accounts & operation support
required to run a business such as book-keeping, cost of production,
thus enabling the ME to assess himself/herself and the business. This
Entrepreneurship development programme makes leaders, helps the micro
entrepreneurs discover their strengths and abilities.
EIGHT
CAPUCHIN BROTHERS ORDAINED AS DEACONS IN KENGERI, BANGALORE Most Rev. Dr Bernard Moras, Archbishop Emeritus of Bangalore ordained
the eight capuchin brothers as Deacons on 2nd July 2022 at Deena Seva
Ashram, Darshan Institute of Theology, Kengeri, Bangalore. Holy Trinity
Capuchin Province Karnataka rejoiced with these newly ordained brothers
as deacons. The diaconate was solemnized with the Holy Eucharist
officiated by the same Archbishop Emeritus, Bernard Moras. In the
introduction to the Holy Eucharist it was explained that ‘Diakonia’
means service. This service or ministry is basically two-fold, that is,
Service at the Altar and Service of the People. Archbishop Emeritus
Bernard Moras in a meaningful way broke the word of God and urged the
brothers who were ready to be ordained as deacons, to be at the service
of the Altar and the people of God. Act of the Apostles 1:3 we read:
“Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute,
full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty. But
we will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.”
Good repute is not of the world but the wisdom of God. We are not worthy
before God yet God makes us worthy. Psalmist says, “These are the men
who seek the face of God” (Psalm 23). No one can see God and live. But
we are called to see God in others. St. Francis of Assisi saw Jesus in
the face of the leper he met on his way. He urged to live the
evangelical vows and serve the Lord in every way to bring glory to the
Lord and earn Kingdom of God.
LET’S
PREVENT the children from dropping out the school by supporting their
EDUCATION…. Vimukti Pothnal The
VCT organized a unique program with the support of generous benefactors
by providing educational kit to the deprived children in the project
area. The education kit including bag, books, pens, uniform, water
bottles geometry box etc. the intention of this program was to motivate
the children towards compulsory education. 65 children were distribution
educational kits. There are lakhs of children around us who lack support
from their families to get an education and are dropping out of school.
Education is available free of cost in the government schools but many
children lack support to even get their school equipment. Poverty hit
hard the parents had no option other than restricting children’s
education. Such children are overlooked or discarded from the Society.
These children lack respect and affection.
International
Yoga Day @ Trinity Central School "Yoga
is like music, the rhythm of the body, the melody of the mind and the
harmony of the soul that creates the symphony of life". The
International Yoga Day was celebrated on June 22, 2022. Master Aaryan
from grade 10 hosted the program which lasted for an hour. The Lord's
prayer was Sung by the students of Grade 9 and Grade 10 for an
enthusiastic start. The presence of the Principal Rev. Fr. Dominic Sunil
Lobo, Vice Principal Rev. Fr. Ravi Rajesh Serrao, Mr. Krishna Shridharan,
former PTA president and the members from Patanjali Yoga Samithi: Miss.
Anitha. N, Miss. Latha Hebsoor, Miss. Shashi Prabha, Ms. Shyamala and
Ms. Sandhya made the day more meaningful. Dignitaries were welcomed
florally by Miss. Clemitha of Grade 10. As light is the symbol of
brightness and prosperity, dignitaries on the dais lighted the lamp.
Student
Council Election @ Trinity Central School True
leaders understand that leadership is not about them, but about those
they serve. True leaders don’t create followers, they create more
leaders. Leadership is all about persuasion, presentation and people
skills. To inculcate the leadership qualities in students and to nurture
them for their future when they become the responsible citizens of our
country, as well as to elect the student representatives among
themselves, the student’s council election was held in the school on
22nd of June 2022. Six contestants for the post of the School Pupil
Leader (SPL) and eight contestants for the post of Assistant School
Pupil Leader contested. Prior to the election all the aspirants
campaigned among their classmates and schoolmates to cast their vote
respectively. Four different ballet counters were set up for different
grades in order to maintain discipline and avoid confusion.
Talents
Day @ Trinity Central School Your
talents determine what you can do. Your motivation determines how much
you are willing to do. Your attitude determines how well you do it.
Everyone has unique talents. Talents cannot be taught, but it is said
that talents can be awakened. Some talents are exhibited while some are
hidden. To bring out the talents of the students, to embrace their
ability to exhibit them and share them, the ‘Talent’s Day’ for grades 1
to 10 was organised. It was an eventful occasion when the students
exhibited their special interests in dancing, singing and acting. There
were different forms of dance, songs in different languages, stand up
comedy and acting with different themes. The eager little faces of the
students looked up with wonder when their fellow schoolmates and
classmates portrayed impressive solo performances.
5TH
DELEGATION ASSEMBLY - INFANT JESUS DELEGATION NAGALAND-MANIPUR 5th
Delegation Assembly of Infant Jesus Delegation of Nagaland Manipur began
on 27th June 2022 at 7 pm with the Evening Prayer. 19 friars of the
Delegation namely Frs Isaac Baptist, Gerald Viegas, Mathias Dias,
Yesudas, John Peter, Paul Inashe, Joslie, Manoj, Stephen, Anil, Johnson,
Luke, James, Brayan, Santhosh, Christopher, Roshan, Vika and Hubert were
present for the assembly. Inaugural Holy Eucharist was officiated on
28th June morning at 6.30 by the Provincial Minister of Holy Trinity
Province Karnataka, Fr John Alwyn Dias, co- celebrated by Fr Isaac
Baptist Rodrigues, the Provincial Delegate and councilor, Fr Yesudas. Fr
Isaac Rodrigues welcomed Fr John Alwyn Dias and all other friars for the
5th Delegation Assembly also thanked Fr Paul Inashe and Fr Yesudas the
councilors and all the friars for the wonderful cooperation for last 3
years. During the Homily the Provincial Minister reminded we need to ask
ourselves, are we connected to God to do better work for the glory of
God? Do we believe oneself to strengthen the mission? Do we do the will
of God? He quoted Steve Job, American entrepreneur, he built up the
apple computer world by connected dots and believing in oneself.
Umbrella
Decoration Competition @ ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL, Chikodi St.
Francis of Assisi School has organized an Umbrella Decoration
Competition for classes 1 st to 4 th on 25 th June, 2022. All the
students took part in this activity with great zeal and enthusiasm. The
students had brought different decorative materials to decorate their
umbrellas. The kids had such a fun time that it helped them express
themselves in fun ways.
COOKING
WITHOUT FIRE COMPETITION @ ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL, Chikodi ‘A
sound health is the product of healthy cooking.’ To make the
students aware of this fact and to experience the culinary skills St.
Francis of Assisi School organized a Cooking without Fire Competition in
the school for Classes 5 th to 10 th on 25 th June, 2022. All the
students served a big spread of dishes at the competition. Participants
had to prepare dishes without using any source of heat or prepared
ingredients. It was a wonderful experience altogether for the children
to know their exceptional talents.It was also a combination of knowledge
and entertainment that helped the children to perceive the importance of
conserving energy. The children spoke with confidence with judges
regarding the various health benefits of the dishes prepared by them.
5th
ST. PIO DELEGATION ASSEMBLY - SRI LANKA, 16-21 JUNE 2022 The
5th assembly of St Pio Delegation, Sri Lanka, began today 16th June 2022
at Pallansena, Sri Lanka. The same theme of the Provincial Chapter is
taken for this assembly, namely, "Communion, Participation and Mission"
A Synodal Journey as Capuchin Franciscans. Rev. Fr. John Alwyn Dias, the
Provincial Minister of the Holy Trinity Province of Karnataka, India, is
presiding over the Assembly of the seven brothers present. In his
inaugural address, during the Holy Eucharist, he thanked the Blessed
Trinity for their manifold blessings on the Province and its missions.
He first remembered all the pioneers and the friars who have toiled long
and hard for the growth of this delegation. He also hailed and
encouraged all the brothers who are part of this delegation and
requested that they wholly give themselves to this mission. It has
already reached a certain height and now every friar has to take it to a
greater level. He invited the brothers to love more the vocation,
mission and the charism of St. Francis, and called upon all the brothers
to always look up to God Most High and go forward facing all the
challenges. He emphasized that God always guides, strengthens and
empowers all of us who are his chosen ones.
The
Inauguration of the academic year of Initiation and Aspirancy- Dayalbagh
Ashram The Inauguration of the academic year for the Initiation and Aspirancy
was held at Dayalbagh Ashram Ujire on Friday 17 June 2022. Rev Fr. Paul
Melwyn D’Souza, the Vicar Provincial and the chair person for the
Formation Commission presided over the Holy Eucharist as he broke the
word of God he encouraged to heed God’s call and respond generously and
reciprocate His love in this World. He prayed and blessed the young
candidates who have come forward to walk the path, our Lord Jesus has
shown us, in the footprints of St Francis of Assis. At 7.45 am the whole
community along with the vicar provincial gathered in the Hall for the
inaugural programme. During which 6 new candidates to our Capuchin Order
were welcomed. May the Holy Trinity bless them that they may endure and
persevere in their holy vocation.
THE
6th PROVINCIAL DELEGATION ASSEMBLY OF CHRIST THE KING DELEGATION MIZORAM,
TRIPURA & BARAK VALLEY REGION - JUNE 2022 The
6th Provincial Delegation Assembly was officially inaugurated with the
celebration of the Holy Eucharist on June 23, 2022 at St. Francis Xavier
Friary, Kanhmun, Mizoram. The Delegation will participate this Assembly
for three days with the theme "Communion, Participation and Mission - A
Synodal Journey in the light of the Evangelical counsels". While
thanking God, the 6th provincial Delegation Assembly, comprising of 23
members, is going to underline its successful back-to-back 25 years in
its realm of living true brotherhood in the footprints of St. Francis of
Assisi’s spirit of evangelization, tireless missionary zeal, and
imparting education to children etc. This prestigious event is going to
witness the expressions of gratitude to one another, sharing of ideas,
appreciations to the pioneers who are serving since its inception,
innovative and dynamic suggestions, recommendations, and plans for the
further growth of the delegation and above all thanking and praising God
Almighty for His Showers of blessings.
Yoga
day celebration at Sneha Jyothi Vidyalaya,Pothnal The
Yoga day was held very significantly at Sneha Jyothi Vidyalaya School,
Pothnal on June 21. The session was held on our school grounds. Students
from classes Nursery to 10th took part in the celebration. The inaugural
speech was given by the Headmaster Fr. Sunil Cornelio who emphasized the
importance of Yoga and physical exercises in daily life. A group of
students who were yoga students performed several asanas. They also
performed standing and sitting asanas. One could understand by watching
their performance that they have been practicing yoga for the last few
years. Some of the seniors even did some of the tough asanas. Our yoga
teacher showed us some simple and beginner asanas which we did for about
60 minutes. The session was organized. There were teachers all around us
to help us in case we had trouble performing or understanding asanas.
All the students participated eagerly.
Literary Competitions @ Trinity Central School The classrooms of Trinity school witnessed the
articulated voices of the students as they delivered
their speeches, recited their poems and orated their
declamation. Trinity has been always shining
spotlight on the talents of its students. To bring
out the literary talents of the students and to
nurture them various competitions like pick and
speak, elocution, recitation and poetry were
conducted on 15th June, 2022. Pick and speak with
topics such as My Family, A visit to the Park, My
Favourite Festival, Best Gift I received on my
Birthday, My Pet Animal , My Hobby, Importance of
Farmers was organised for the students of grades 1
to 4. An Elocution competition and poem recitation
in Kannada, English and Hindi with different topics
was organised for the students of Grades 5 to 7. The
students of grade 8 to 10 articulated, emphasised
and declaimed the topics given for declamation. The
students participated in all the competitions and
displayed impressive public speaking skills.
Yoga
Day @ ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL, Chikodi Bhagavad
Gita says, “Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the
self.” 8th International Yoga day was celebrated in a Yogi manner by all
the students and teachers in the Assisi premises at 7.30am. Various
Aasanas were performed zealously by the participants. Dr Rajendra
Salagare (Paediatrics) was the chief guest of the day. Shreya, Kushi and
doctor enlightened about the importance of the day and the benefits of
practicing Yoga in our lives. All the students and teachers devotedly
participated in the event.
Releasing
the Handbook and Calendar of the Academic Year 2022-2023 The
Handbook and Calendar of the Academic Year 2022-2023 was released on
19th of June 2022 (Solemnity of Corpus Christi) in Darshan Institute of
Theology after the Benediction in the Refectory amidst the Students and
Resident Staff by the Director of the Institute Fr. Dr. Albert Lewis OFM
Cap. On this occasion Fr. Dr. Denis Veigas OFM Cap., Rector of the
Theologate acknowledged and expressed heartfelt gratitude to all those
who were involved in the preparation of the Calendar. Bro. Melroy D
Silva OFM Cap. wonderfully compered this short programme.
SCHOOL
CABINET ELECTION CAMPAIGNING @ Trinity Central School "A
leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way"
With this enthusiastic quote the School cabinet election process began
with the campaigning on June 15, 2022.
Master Jnanesh from grade 10 hosted the campaign session which lasted
for about 40 minutes; the dais glowed with the dynamic presence of the
Principal, Rev. Fr Sunil Dominic Lobo and the Vice Principal Rev. Fr
Ravi Rajesh Serrao. The Principal Rev Fr. Sunil Dominic Lobo addressed
all the nominated members and announced the date of election to be on
the 22nd of June, 2022. Six aspirants for School Pupil Leaders (SPL) and
eight aspirants for Assistant School Pupil Leaders (ASPL) nominated
their profiles, gave promising speeches asking for votes and also
pledged that they'll work for the betterment of the School, support in
the academics, maintaining discipline and promoting co-curricular
activities. Creative logos such as Rainbow, Road, Tree, Unicorn, Light,
Rising sun were displayed by the nominated members as their electoral
symbol. The campaign was concluded by thanking the incharge teachers
Mrs. Jesslin Preetha and Mrs. Manasi followed by the National anthem.
Vana
Mahotsava at Trinity Central School by Kindergartners “Be
kind to every kind, not just mankind.” The kindergartners of
Trinity central school celebrated the Vana Mahotsava on 10th of June
2022. All the children including the staff were dressed in green to
celebrate the event. The teachers explained about the importance of
flora and fauna in the environment and told the uses of trees around the
nature. “To plant a tree is to plant a life”, the teachers guided the
tiny tots on how to plant a seedling and the care one must take to bring
up the tender ones. All the children were eager and excited to plant and
water the sapling in the colourful flower pots in the classroom. In this
way the children learnt how plants play a crucial role in the ecosystem.
PTA
Gathering 2022-23 - Kindergarten @ Trinity Central School Together
may we give our children the roots to grow and the wings to fly. The PTA
gathering of Kindergarten parents and teachers took place on the 4th of
June 2022 at the Trinitorium of Trinity Central School. The gathering
was welcomed by Ms. Leslia Soares. The new Prinicipal Rev. Fr. Sunil
Dominic Lobo, Ex-prinicipal Rev. Fr. Anil D Costa, Vice-Principal Rev.Fr.
Ravi Rajesh Serrao, Academic co-ordinator Ms. Magdelina Lewis and
Pre-primary section In-charge Ms. Renita Monteiro were present on the
dais. Academic co-ordinator Ms. Magdelina Lewis introduced the
kindergarten teachers and support staff to the gathering. Pre-primary
section Incharge Ms. Renita Monteiro familiarized everyone about the
rules and regulations of the school. Ms. Shifali gave an overview of the
bus facilities and the routes of buses that will be plying from
different areas to school. Rev. Fr. Sunil Dominic Lobo welcomed the
parents and students to the new academic year. In the keynote address,
he emphasized the importance of the parents and involvement of the
teachers in the holistic development of the child’s progress.
TIDINGS
FROM ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI MISSION CENTER, NONGDAM, MANIPUR, INDIA St.
Francis of Assisi Mission center was started in the year 2016 in the
month of February. On this same day mission center was opened and
nursery Classes were begun in a bamboo shed. The two Friars (Fr. Mathias
Dias and Fr. James Furtado) stayed at Catechist quarter for two years
with minimum necessities. The new building work started in the year 2017
and completed in the year 2019. In 2020 schooling was begun at new
school building but due to Corona it was shut. In 2020 onwards the
friars began to stay in the new building. At present school is having
the strength of 350 students up to class 9. There is also a hostel both
for girls and boys with 35 students. The Catholic community numbers 40
families the friars help them to grow spiritually. The long awaited
dream of having vehicle was fulfilled through the kind help of
Provincial Minister, Rev. Fr. John Alwyn Dias. The friars of the
community remain ever grateful to him. The newly bought vehicle was
blessed on Sunday 24/04/2022 along with Fr. Roshan Pereira, Fr. Mathias
and community members. We are ever grateful to our provincial and his
team for helping us in every way. There is 19 acres of land given by the
Village authority for the Educational institution. At present various
activities are going on in full swing and it has great future. Presently
the following friars are serving and residing at St. Francis of Assisi
Mission Center, Nongdam: Fr. Mathias Dias-Superior and Principal, Fr.
Christopher Rodrigues-Vicar and Treasurer, Fr. Roshan Pereira-Hostel
Incharge and Headmaster to School, Fr. Manoj Victor D’Souza has arrived
recently. May St Francis of Assisi intercede for all of us.
The
Diocese of Kohima welcomes its new Priest, Father Thrilongchum Hubert
Sangtam, May 5, 2022 Deacon
Thrilongchum Hubert Sangtam was ordained as a Priest by Most Rev. Dr.
James Thoppil, the Bishop of Kohima on May 5, 2022 at Saint Joseph
Church, Sitimi Town, making him the second Catholic Priest of the
Sangtam community. After a gap of 20 years, the Sangtam community
recorded its second Catholic Priest. The first priest to be ordained was
Rev Fr James Thsipongkiu Sangtam from Phelungre village in the year
2002. Father Hubert is the eldest among the nine children of Ikuto
Sangtam and Hozheli Sangtam. He belongs to the congregation of Order of
Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap). The ordination was attended by many
Priests from the Diocese of Kohima and from other Religious
congregations, Religious Sisters, the Catholic Association of Nagaland,
the Nagaland Catholic Women Association, the Nagaland Catholic Youth
Movement, and delegates from the villages and towns of Kiphire region.
Ordination
of Deacon Vincent Raj, Sunday May 1, 2022, the Capuchins welcomes a new
Priest, Father Vincent Raj, in the Archdiocese of Bangalore As
the Church celebrated the feast of Saint Joseph, the Archdiocese of
Bangalore rejoiced over the ordination of its new priest. Deacon Vincent
Raj was ordained to Holy Priesthood by the Most Rev. Dr. Bernard Moras,
Archbishop Emeritus of Bangalore. The Sacrament of Holy Orders took
place at 10:30 at Saint Ignatius Church, Begur on Sunday May 1, 2022.
Father Vincent Raj belongs to the congregation of the Order of Friars
Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) and chose as his motto "I am your portion and
your inheritance" {Numbers 18:20}. During the Holy Eucharist, the
priestly candidate professed his allegiance and obedience to the
Archbishop and his successors, after which the Archbishop Moras blessed
and anointed him with the sacred chrism to perform the sacred duties.
Priestly
Ordination of Three Friars On Friday 22 April 2022, Matadakeri, Honnavar
The
priestly ordination of Br Lawrence Wilson Rodrigues, Br Samson Pinto &
Br Nelson D'Souza was held solemnly in the Diocese of Karwar at
Matadakeri, Honnavar, Three friars were ordained by the Most Rev Dr.
Derek Fernandes, Apostolic Administrator of Karwar Diocese and the
Bishop of Belgaum. In his homily Bishop Derek Fernandes spoke about the
challenges the Priests encounter today in this fast changing World. One
has to be equipped well in all the spheres of life. He told them "first give sufficient time for building up your spiritual life, building
a close relationship with God. Today we see a dearth of vocations for
religious and priestly life due to various reasons. We need young men
and women to spread the love of God and serve the people of God". He
called the Ordinandis to be authentic, faithful and holy religious.
ST
ANTHONY’S FEAST AT DEENA SEVA ASHRAM, DARSHAN INSTITUTE OF THEOLOGY,
BENGALURU The
festal celebrations at the shrine dedicated to St Anthony, which was
closed down for over two years due to covid, was preceded by the
nine-day novena that began on the 4th June 2022, and concluded on the
13th June 2022. The solemn celebration of the Holy Eucharist was
presided over by the Provincial Minister of the Holy Trinity Province,
Karnataka, Rev. Fr John Alwyn Dias. Fr. Hridaya Raj, the new Parish
Priest of St. Francis of Assisi Church, Kengeri, along with about
twenty-five priests, dozens of religious sisters from the neighboring
communities, and a multitude of devotees of St Anthony attended the
festive event. Fr William Prabhu, Parish Priest of St Anthony’s Church
Gangondanahalli, preached the homily about how the efficacious impact of
deepened faith in our Saviour Jesus Christ will transform our life into
a "Miracle".
THE
SOLEMNITY OF THE MOST HOLY TRINITY AT SACCIDANANDA, CAPUCHIN
PROVINCIALATE BANGALORE It
was an auspicious day to the friars of the Community of Saccidananda who
gathered, with the invitees, for the celebration of the Solemnity of
Most Holy Trinity in the Chapel of the Provincialate, Saccidananda,
Bangalore. The Capuchin Province of Karnataka is dedicated to the Most
Holy Trinity and it was an apt occasion to thank the Triune God for
every blessings showered upon each friar of the Province, both of the
past who have gone before with the sign of the Cross and the friars who
serve in and through different ministries and apostolates both in
missions in India and around the world. The friars of the Karnataka
Province celebrate it as " Province Day " and offer thanks to the Most
Holy Trinity. The festal Holy Eucharist was officiated by the Carmelite
Provincial Minister of Goa, Karnataka Province, Very Rev. Fr George
Santhumayor, who in his sermon wonderfully explained the importance of
the Most Holy Trinity in our life as Christians, as being the center of
our faith. {1 Timothy 6:16} directs us to the fact that GOD " who alone
is immortal and who lives in unapproachable light, whom no one has seen
or can see.
Vanamahotsava
Day @ Trinity Central School ‘Vanamahotsava
Day’ is not just a celebration but also a reminder to take the best care
of our mother nature. To create awareness about preserving the trees and
nature ‘Vanamahotsava Day’ was celebrated in the school. The program
began with the school choir leading the prayer. Dr. Surendra Shetty, an
environmentalist and Asst Professor at NIIT, was the chief guest of the
program. The ex PTA president Mr. Krishna Shridharan was also present.
Rev. Fr Sunil Dominic Lobo, the Principal presided over the program.
Rev. Fr Ravi Rajesh Serrao, the Vice Principal and Ms Magalina Lewis,
the academic co-ordinator were present on the dais. The program was
inaugurated by planting a sapling by all the dignitaries on the dais.
World
Day against child Labour2022- Universal Social Protection to End child
Labour: Vimukti Pothnal MAKE
A DIFFERENCE. IF YOU SEE A CHILD IN DISTRESS…. Dial the child
helpline- 1098
Vimukti charitable Trust ® Pothnal organized an awareness rally in
collaboration with our Vimukti children club on world day against child
labour campaign in and around Pothnal government Schools on 13th June
2022. The day aim is to spread awareness about the illegal practice of
child labor that still prevails and sensitize privileged citizens to
protect and demand the rights of children and childhood. Today & every
day, join us to support all children across the world to keep chasing
their dreams through education, children and participants were holding
the placards and as they were marching in and around the villages
shouting the slogans to send back the children to school and stop child
labour. The Social protection systems that address poverty and provide
free education, healthcare, family assistance, and employment to
families, assure children the FREEDOM TO LEARN, PALY AND BE A CHILD.
Education
kits Distribution to stop School Dropouts-Giving Hope to a child’s
Future: Vimukti pothnal Chanakya
Said, “EDUCATION IS THE BEST FRIEND. AN EDUCATED PERSON IS RESPECTED
EVERYWHERE. EDUCATION BEATS THE BEAUTY AND YOUTH”. In order to empower
every child with education and bring the joy of learning to the little
ones, and motivating children towards compulsory education. vimukti
charitable trust Pothnal started school kit in 2010 to provide
educational kit to the deprived children from the project area. School
kit is an assorted set of materials such as school bag, notebooks, pen,
pencils, drawing book, colors, uniform, water bottle and compass box
which as per the sections like primary, secondary and higher secondary.
30 children are benefited from this program.
Drawing
Competition at Sneha Jyothi Vidyalaya, Pothnal “In
drawing, nothing is better than the first attempt.” –Pablo Picasso
On 11th of June,2022 Sneha Jyothi Vidyalaya organized for all the
students ‘Earth’s drawing’ competition in the School. This competition
was aimed at motivating the young minds to show their creativity in the
field of Art and also to demonstrate their Drawing skills.It was
heartening to see the avid interest and the proficiency of the students.
Seminar
on ‘Poetry’ @ Trinity Central School “Poertry
: the best words in the best order.” A seminar on the topic, ‘Poetry, a discussion’ was organised for
all the language teachers. Mr. Vishnu Murthy Prabhu, asst professor of
Government First Grade college, Udupi was the resource person. Mr.
Vishnu Murthy Prabhu stated that humans learnt languages through poems.
He explained the elements of poetry and the chief concerns of poetry. He
enunciated that poetry is the best way to bring out the hidden talents
of the students. It soothens one’s mind and soul. He propounded that
poetry can be taught in a very creative manner and suggested certain
methods to teach poetry in the classroom. He discussed major parts of
the poems with many examples. Ms. Volita Lewis welcomed the guest while
Ms. Ramitha Anchan thanked the gathering. Rev. Fr Anil Dcosta, the
principal, Ms. Magdalina Lewis, the academic co-ordinator and all the
language teachers were present for the session.
Investiture
Ceremony:Sneha Jyothi vidyalaya School To
provide leadership opportunities to the students, the school cabinet was
formed through election. The school held the Investiture ceremony with
great enthusiasm on 7-6-2022. It was a solemn occasion where young
students were all prepared to don the mantle of leadership and discharge
the responsibilities entrusted upon them. The event was animated by our
Headmaster Rev. Fr. Sunil Cornelio. The SPL, ASPL along with the office
bearers and the House leaders marched towards the dais for the oath
taking ceremony. They were then honored by pinning the badges and
handing over the flags by the Headmaster Rev. Fr. Sunil Cornelio who in
his address emphasized the need of giving democratic education in the
school. The program came to a halt with the School’s Anthem.
Students
enjoy visit to police station: Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti
Sponsored children visited Police station on 5th June Sunday, 2022, to
understand the its functioning of the Police station as part of our
Programme of Inquiry. Police Sub-Inspector spoke to the children about
how a police station operates. Students visited the control room, jail,
FIR room and were informed about arms and ammunition like gun, pistol
etc. They learned how to call no. 911 in an emergency situation, ways to
protect themselves and to avoid dangerous situations. Children were told
what happens when a person is arrested, how police personnel works and
how it helps officers do their job. Initially the children were very
serious when they entered the police station, but when they interacted
with sub- inspector Mr. Veerana Gowda, they found that the policeman’s
are friendly and approachable. The children even asked questions to
Sub-Inspector Mr. Veerana Gowda like how you catch a thief, why you were
khaki uniform, how the control room and wireless works very effectively,
etc. and Sub-Inspector was very happy to answer them. The Police
officers also explained the children the various responsibilities to
provide safety for communities and to protect the safety of individuals.
SPL AND ASPL
ELECITON AT SNEHA JYOTHI VIDYALAYA
SCHOOL, POTHNAL Sneha
Jyothi Vidyalaya School conducted the
elections for the SPL and ASPL for the
academic year 2022-23. Tenth Standard
Students were given a chance to stand
for the election of SPL. Ten Students
contested for the post of SPL. Eighth
and Ninth Standard students contested
for the post of ASPL. They were 17 in
total. All the candidates were given a
chance to campaign through their own
way. Each candidate was given a symbol.
The election was held as
a replica of the assembly elections. All
the students from fifth to tenth
standard participated in voting. The
counter was set up for the verification
of the identity cards after which the
little finger of the left hand was
marked with the ink and then the
students were given the ballot paper for
SPL followed by the ASPL ballot.
Free Medical health checkup Camp: Vimukti Pothnal Free
Medical health checkup camp was organized at vimukti Premises. The aim
of the health camp was to increase awareness of health-related issues
such as cleanliness, sanitation etc. among children and the general
public. Children will be encouraged to spread this information among
their families, friends and neighbors. The vimukti staff nurse
sensitized the children on maintaining hygiene by washing hands
regularly and before and after eating, segregating dry and wet waste,
keeping the surroundings clean and engaging in physical activities to
stay fit. The Doctor Raghavendra divided children into small groups were
monitored for BP, weight, height, vision and oral hygiene as a part of
their general checkup. The gathered children promised to adhere to good
hygiene practices taught at the camp and remain physically fit by
exercising regularly and adopting healthy habits. Nearly 65 children
benefited from this camp.
A
session on effective methods of teaching Maths by Ms. Sudha Rao @
Trinity Central School A
workshop for all the Maths and Science teachers on ‘Effective methods of
teaching Mathematics’ by Ms. Sudha Rao, Ex principal Vidyodaya Public
School, Udupi was organised. Ms. Sudha Rao a profound Mathematics
teacher, said that Mathematics was used by uncivilized people too.
According to her it disciplines our life, as maths problem solving also
helps us to solve our problems in life in a systematic way. She
expounded practical teaching with different teaching aids. She stated
that the infrastructure of the school also can be used practically and
creatively to teach Mathematics to the students. She emphasised that
teachers must give opportunities to the students to explore Mathematics
through activity based teaching. She mainly suggested that teachers must
instil love for the subject in students. She gave different methods for
effective classroom teaching. She also gave some ideas to help students
remember the formulas. Ms. Sudha Rao expressed how questioning in the
class is very important, specially in Mathematics and gave certain
methods to make teaching as well as learning effective. All the Science
and Mathematics teachers were present for the session. Ms Srilatha
welcomed the gathering and Ms Sneha Shetty proposed the vote of thanks.
Vimukti Children Education Excursion: Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti
Pothnal organized educational tour to our sponsored children. The aim of
this program is to students expand their learning through outdoor
experiences. Excursions are considered as hands on experience for
students which they cannot learn in the classrooms. Student’s life
remains incomplete without broadening their outlook. The Vimukti
organization gives priority to realize the Nature and multicultural
environment. By coming into direct contact with various environments,
culture and community, the students develop openness to others. The
children were emphasized experimental learning and offer both group and
self-directed activities that enable learners to explore various
cultures, practices and people.it also gives the students exposure to
work in team with others which carries life long memories and bonding
with the acquired experiences.
Welcome
back to the students for the academic year 2022-23 @ Trinity
Central School “Every
new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end”. Drawing the curtains to their summer vacation the students
marched to the school with enthusiasm and vigour. With smiling faces the
students trudged into the school campus. With decorative balloons tied
all over the campus the students were welcomed to their classrooms by
their teachers. After the hustle and bustle of their classroom and
books, the students came down to the Trinitoium for their formal
welcome. The assembly began with the prayer hymn, Here I am Oh Lord,
sung by the teachers. Dr. Poornima Devadiga, Primary Section Head
welcomed all the students to the new academic year 2022-23. During the
program Rev. Fr Anil Dcosta , the guiding shepherd of Trinity Central
School, for the past 9 years declared that he will step down as the
Principal of the school, as he is been transferred to Bangalore and Rev.
Fr Dominic Sunil Lobo will be the new principal. Rev. Fr Anil Dcosta
welcomed Rev. Fr Sunil Lobo and wished him all the best.
Lectio
Brevis of the Academic Year 2022-23 at Darshan Institute of Theology The
Academic Year 2022-2023 began with the solemn celebration of the Holy
Eucharist. The institute prayed for the blessings upon the upcoming
theological courses by invoking the grace of the Holy Spirit. Fr. Denis
Veigas OFM Cap., the Rector presided over the Eucharist. Along with all
the resident Professors of DITh, Fr. Andrew OSB from Benedictine’s
concelebrated the Eucharist. Immediately after the refreshments, the
staff and students gathered in the conference hall for an inaugural
function – Lectio Brevis. To enhance the commencement of the Academic
vibe Br. Joywin Dias OFM Cap. was the resource person, who presented a
paper titled: “Response of the Church in India to the call from the
peripheries: Insights from the life and writings of Pope Francis”. The
freshers were welcomed and the Rector exhorted the brothers to excel in
all their undertakings. The Director of the Institute Fr. Albert Lewis
OFM Cap., briefed about the guidelines and directions pertaining to the
theological studies of this year. Thereafter, each professor briefed
about their courses. With the singing of Institute Anthem the Lectio
Brevis was ended. The entire programme was wonderfully compered by Br.
Melroy D’Silva OFM Cap.
Novena
to St Antony of Padua at Deena Seva Ashram, Bangalore 59. In
preparation to the feast of St. Anthony of Padua, the first day of
novena was held at St Anthony’s shrine of Deena Seva Ashram, Kengeri.
Fr. Anthony Raj OFM Cap., officiated the Holy Eucharist and the staff
friars concelebrated it. Many devotes of St. Anthony participated in the
Novena Mass. Special prayers were offered. St. Anthony’s bread was
blessed and distributed to the devotees.
Children
March to School (Makkala ‘Nade Shale Kade’) : Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti
charitable Trust ® organized Children March to school campaign in and
around the 16 villages of Pothnal on 31 May 2022. The main aim of the
campaign is to bring back the children to the school by motivating the
parents, elders, and village community leaders regarding the importance
and the role of the education in the life of children. The main aim of
the ‘March to school campaign’ was to sensitize privileged citizens to
protect and demand the rights of children. Today & every day, join us to
support all children across the world to keep chasing their dreams
through education, children and participants were holding the placards
and as they were marching in and around the villages shouting the
slogans to send back the children to school.
Training
program on Professional Skills for Women: Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti
Charitable Trust ® Pothnal organized professional skills for the rural
women at Vimukti premises on 28th May 2022. Women live within the four
walls of home hence they are deprived of the professional skills.
Identifying the interested women Vimukti Trust took keen interest in
training these women to begin afresh their own self-employment which can
sustain their families. The rural women were being inspired and
motivated to learn and to take up the various designs of embroidery
through the training sessions of three months intensive training by the
professionals. Since these rural women were ignorant about the
usefulness and the self-sustenance that brings in, they were explained
how they can tap the resources and earn their living by the way of these
professional skills.
PTA
GATHERING – 2022-23 @ Trinity Central School “Education
is a shared commitment between dedicated teachers, motivated students
and enthusiastic parents.” – Bob Bauprez
After two long years the first PTA gathering of the academic year
2022-23 was held on the 28th of May 2022.
The Principal Rev. Fr Anil Dcosta, Vice Principal Ravi Rajesh Serrao,
Primary incharge Rev. Fr Lenson Lobo, Academic co-ordinator Ms Magdelina
Lewis and PTA secretary Mrs. Chandini Niranjan were present on the dias.
The program began with a beautiful prayer song, “Oh Lord light of the
world…” sung by the teachers followed by lighting of the lamp
symbolizing the light of the knowledge. Ms Sushma welcomed the
gathering. Rev. Fr Ravi Rajesh Serrao introduced the teachers, support
staff and transport crew to the parents and appreciated their untiring
service to the school. The Principal Rev. Fr Anil Dcosta and the
academic co-ordinator Ms Magdalina Lewis briefed about the academics.
Workshop
on Sensitive Teaching @ Trinity Central School “The
function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think
critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true
education.”
A workshop on ‘sensitive education’ was organised in association with
Rotary club Manipal for the teachers to understand the students of the
present generation. Dr Deepa Marina Rasquina, Asst Professor, Dept of
Clinical Psychology, Manipal College of Health Professions MAHE, Manipal
was the resource person. Rtn Nithyanda Nayak, Secretary, Rotary club
Manipal Town, Rtn Dr Depak Ram Bairy, Interact Co ordinator, Rev. Fr
Anil Dcosta, Principal of the school, Rev. Fr Ravi Rajesh Serrao, Vice
Principal were present for the inauguration of the program. Ms Aninditha
welcomed the gathering. Rtn Nithyananda Nayak addressed the gathering.
Dr Deepa Rasquina emphasised on the challenges faced by the teachers in
handling the Gen-alpha students. Gen-alpha or generation alpha is the
demographic cohort succeeding Generation Z.
Summer
Camp for children: Vimukti Pothnal Summer
camp for the Children play a vital role in the development of their
Personalities. On 13th and 14th May 2022 summer camp were organized at
Vimukti Premises. Our Vimukti children proudly initiated the
co-curriculum Extra-curriculum activities like dance, music, singing,
drawing, and other activities. As the enriching and revitalizing power
of these activities was already palpable in the students, Vimukti tried
to give these children a bit of value education and personality
development skills during their holidays. Nearly 61 children attended
the program and benefited from this summer camp.
Staff
Development programme at Trinity Central School Every
person is a student till the end of his/her life. Nonetheless, this
applies to teachers as well. With the academic year 2022-23 about to
begin, the teachers of Trinity Central School had the privilege to
attend a seminar given by Prof. Ronald Pinto as a part of the staff
development programme on 25th May 2022. Ms. Preetha Carol Furtado
welcomed him. Prof. Pinto is the current director of the Institute for
Individual development and the Ex- Vice Principal of St. Aloysius
College, Mangalore. He stressed upon the expectations the parents,
students and management of the school have on the teachers and the
strategies that the teachers could adopt to make classroom teaching
effective. His talk included points on how we could evaluate ourselves
as teachers and establish better student-teacher bond. The interactive
session helped teachers to learn more efficient methods of teaching and
was concluded with ten commandments every teacher should abide by. The
programme ended with a vote of thanks by Ms. Andrea Dsouza.
Bidding
Farewell to our Loving Sponsored Children: Vimukti Pothnal “Some
people come in to our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave
footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same”- Flavia
Weedn
To promote bright future and to bid farewell, on 14th May, 2022 send-off
programme was organized at Vimukti center to our 11 sponsored children
who completed their 18 years and an end of receiving sponsorship support
for the future. The Sponsored children namely Huligamma, Kaveri, Ashwini,
Shiva Putra, Shivu, Suman, Mehabubu, Dyavamma, Wilson, Sudeep and
Devaraj were seated at the center of the stage. These eleven were the
senior sponsored children who benefitted for 10 years under sponsorship
project are now eagerly waiting with indignation and anxiety, to leave
the portals of Vimukti institution and move forward towards a new world
with a better vision. Vimukti director appreciated and encouraged
through his words saying that their days of adolescence, he out of his
experience admitted, were the toughest to deal with. At times, the
Vimukti team must have been a little harsh and demanding too from them.
But it was with a pure intention and not to hurt them, but to make them
better and better persons and bring out the best out of them.
Mind Mapping and Hypnosis’ session by Dr Surfraz
J. Hasim : Trinity Central School, Perampalli. “It
is better to conquer yourself, than win a thousand
battles. Then victory is yours.” – Buddha Your mind is everything. What you think, you
become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine
you create.
‘A mind mapping and Hypnosis’ session by Dr Surfraz
J. Hasim was organised for all the teachers of
Trinity Central School, Perampalli.
A mind map involves writing down a central theme and
thinking of new and related ideas which radiate out
from the centre. By focusing on key ideas written
down in your own words and looking for connections
between them, one can set goals and achieve them. Dr
Surfraz J. Hasim is an internationally acclaimed
mind trainer, psychologist, success coach,
motivational speaker, hypnotherapist and master
trainer & facilitator. He has undergone advanced
training in various programmes such as hypnosis,
mind power, counselling, neuro linguistic
programming, life coaching, executive coaching,
Sujok, Redikall and Pranik healing. He is currently
serving as the Principal of P A First Grade College,
Mangaluru.
Inauguration
Ceremony of the Academic year 2022-23 : SNEHA JYOTHI VIDYALAYA POTHNAL Education
is the Mother of Leadership says Wendell Willkie.
The Inauguration of the Re-opening of the academic year 2022-23 was held
on 16th May 2022 at 10.30am. Fr. Thomas Parish Priest St. Clare’s church
Pothnal was the chief guest of the day. Headmaster Fr. Dominic Sunil
Lobo, Fr. Sunil Cornelio, Sr. Sarita Dsouza, Sir Yunus, student
representatives Spandana and Dev Bishwas were present on the Dais. The
welcome address was given by the headmaster Fr. Dominic. Thereafter it
was continued by invoking God’s blessings through a prayer service which
was led by the students of class 10th. Thereafter followed by lamp
lighting ceremony the chief guest, teachers and student representatives
lighted the lamp and inaugurated the academic year 2022-23. The teaching
and non-teaching staff were given floral welcome by Fr. Thomas and Fr.
Sunil. The chief guest and Fr. Sunil shared their thoughts and wished
good luck for the school. This first ever event of the academic year
2022-23 took a wind up while the Headmaster acknowledged the gathering
with his thoughts and ideas.
THE
FINAL JOURNEY OF BR CRISPIN LOBO, OFM CAP The
funeral mass of Br Crispin Lobo OFM Cap was held on 13th May, 3 p.m. at
St Fidelis Friary, Monte Mariano friary chapel, presided over by Bishop
Emeritus Most Rev Dr Aloysius Paul D’Souza of Mangaluru diocese along
with Fr Alwyn Dias, the Provincial Minister of Holy Trinity Capuchin
Province Karnataka, Fr Melwyn D'Souza, the Guardian of St Anne’s Friary
Mangaluru, Fr Gerald Lobo, Guardian of Monte Mariano Friary and many
other priests, religious men and women and laity. The Bishop in his
introduction said, “Brother Crispin was a kind and humble person. He was
helpful to all, living the true spirit of St Francis of Assisi”. Fr Joel
preached a heart touching homily. He said, "Brother Crispin was a simple
brother, lived his life for Christ. The death of the person is a day not
just to weep, to pray and to honour but also a day to thank, to confess
and to have a clear picture of death.” Fr Gerald Lobo, the Superior of
Monte Mariano Friary, in his eulogy beautifully narrated the life of Br
Crispin. He described Br Crispin was a man of patience. He loved
everyone equally, always ready to help out anyone. Even in his ill
health and suffering, he never blamed God or anyone rather endured
patiently. He also thanked everyone for helping out Br Crispin during
his suffering, specially the friars of Farangipet and the Novices who
always loved and cared for him.
Sad
Demise
We are extremely saddened to inform you that our Br. Crispin Lobo,
OFM, Cap., aged 80 years, passed away today (11/05/2022) around 4:00
pm in Father Muller's Hospital, Mangalore. The funeral will be conducted
at 03:00 pm on Friday 13/05/2022 at St Fidelis Friary, Farangipet,
Mangalore, Karnataka. May God welcome him into His eternal abode and
grant consolation to the bereaved family members and to all the friars
of the Province. May God grant him eternal bliss.
Vimukti
vocational Training Centers: Vimukti Pothnal “Do
not give fish but teach them to catch fish” is the motto behind
Vimukti vocational training Centers. In this regard, we stand with the
real needy youths to make them earn and support their families now or
later. One such kind of opening is our tailoring projects and these
tailoring centers give training to downtrodden students, the ones under
the line of poverty in tailoring training at economical cost. Thus,
Vimukti organised tailoring, cutting and dress making course nearly 25
students are getting trained and benefiting from this program.
Perpetual
Profession of 8 Capuchin Brothers @ St Anthony’s Church, Gangondanahalli,
Bangalore On
2nd May 2022 at St. Anthony’s Church, Gangondanahalli, the newly
re-elected Provincial Minister of Holy Trinity Province Karnataka, Rev.
Fr John Alwyn Dias presided over the Eucharistic celebration during
which eight capuchin brothers of the Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka
made their Perpetual Profession. Rev. Fr John Alwyn Dias received their
vows. The Holy Eucharist was concelebrated by the re-elected Vicar
Provincial, Fr Paul Melwyn D’Souza, the Councillors: Fr Denis Veigas and
Fr Vijay Kumar, Parish Priest, Fr William Prabhu, Fr Salvadore Fernandes,
Rector of Darshan Institute of Theology, Bangalore and many of the
Capuchin Friars and other Priests. The Solemn Profession was witnessed
by the parents, family members of the brothers who professed and number
of parishioners of Gangondanahalli and other faithful. The ceremony was
organized by the Community of Prem Nivas especially by Fr William Prabhu,
the Parish Priest and Fr Dancy Martis and Fr Richard Kadiwal. The Solemn
Rite of Profession was compared by Fr Naveen D’Souza. The felicitation
program was animated by Br Anthony Raj (Jnr).
Door
to Door Dr. Ambedkar Abhiyana: Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti
Pothnal organized Door to Door Abhiyana on the occasion of Dr. Ambedkar’s 131st
birth anniversary on 23rd April 2022. This abhiyana was being undertaken for
reaching out to children, youths, women and men, in spreading awareness on Dr.
Ambedkar and his prominent role in building up the nation as a great architect
of the Indian Constitution. On this occasion Fr. Sathish Fernandes vimukti
director said, "An economist and advocate of human rights and women empowerment,
Dr Ambedkar is considered as a leading nation builder of our country. He
contributed in promoting harmony and tried to eradicate the evils of the caste
system. A true believer in the rule of law, Dr Ambedkar constantly worked for
the rights of poor and backward classes. We should take inspiration from the
life of this great son of India. A true homage to Dr. Ambedkar would be to
develop our country on the principles of ‘Social and Economic Justice’ and
‘Equality of Status and opportunity’". On this occasion well- known speaker were
called and input sessions were organized to motivate people to imbibe his spirit
in safeguarding once own rights in building up the nation.
IX
Ordinary Provincial Chapter-2022: Day Six On
the Sixth Day 30th April 2022 at 6.00 the capitulars gathered in the
chapel for the Morning Prayer and the Holy Eucharist. Br Isaac Baptist
Rodrigues, the Delegate from Infant Jesus Delegation, Nagaland and
Manipur presided over the Holy Eucharist. Br Stany Roshan D’Souza, the
Delegate from Christ the King Delegation, Mizoram, Tripura & Barak
valley Region and Br. Arun Philomenaraj the Delegate from St. Pio
Delegation Sri Lanka, concelebrated the Eucharist. After the Eucharist
group photo session was held Immediately after the photo session the
Chapter President Br. John Baptist Palliparambil, newly elected
Provincial Minister Br. John Alwyn Dias, Vicar Provincial Br. Paul
Melwyn D’Souza and all the elected councilors participated in Blessing
of the Foundation Stone, for the New St Antony’s School in the premises
of Shanthi Sadhana FISI. At 9:30 the Capitulars gathered in the Chapter
hall. Br Maxim D’Silva the First Chapter Secretary invited Br. Denis
Veigas to moderate the session. After the Roll Call by Br. Elvin Lopes
the Second Chapter Secretary, the Moderator gave a short introduction on
the resolutions of the IX Provincial Chapter, April 2022 of the Holy
Trinity Province Karnataka. The first Chapter Secretary was asked to
read out the resolutions one by one for the discussion. Having thanked
Br. Denis Veigas, at 11:15 a.m Br Maxim D’Silva the First Chapter
Secretary invited Br. Edwin Colaco to moderate the further session.
IX
Ordinary Provincial Chapter-2022: Day Five On
the Fifth Day 29th April 2022 at 6.00 am all the capitulars gathered in
the chapel for the Morning Prayer and the Holy Eucharist. Br. Maxim
Valerian D’Souza, Custos from Custody of Japan presided over the Holy
Eucharist. Br Denis Oscar Ogwal from the Custody of Charles Lwanga and
Br. Charles J.R. Furtado, concelebrated the Eucharist. Having done with
the roll call of the day, the First Chapter Secretary Br. Maxim D’Silva
thanked the Moderator Br. Denis Veigas for moderating yesterday’s
session. Having thanked he invited Br. Joseph Dolphy Pais to moderate
the session. Br Dolphy Pais moderated the session touching upon these
following points: 1. Life of Prayer 2. Life in Fraternity 3. Life of
Vows: Obedience, Chastity, Poverty and 4. Vocation Promotion. In the
Afternoon session the First Secretary Br Maxim D’Silva thanked the
Moderator Br. Dolphy Pais for moderating morning session and he invited
Br Rocky D’Cunha to moderate the session in the afternoon. Having
continued with the agenda capitulars gave their opinions concerning the
Initial Formation, 5. Apostolic Charism 6. Grace of working 7. Economy
8. Administration. The session was concluded at 4:30 p.m.
IX
Ordinary Provincial Chapter-2022: Day Four On
the Fourth Day, 28th April 2022, at 6.00 am all the capitulars gathered
in the chapel for the Morning Prayer and the Holy Eucharist. Br John
Baluku, Custos of the Custody of St Charles Lwanga presided over the
Holy Eucharist. Br. Lorenzo Motti, Provincial Minister of the Province
of Emilia Romagna, and Br. Patrick Crasta, concelebrated the Eucharist.
At 9.00 a.m capitulars gathered together for the continuation of the
sessions in the Chapter hall. Br Maxim D’Silva, first Chapter Secretary
welcomed the moderator, Br. Rocky D’Cunna, Chapter President Br. John
Baptist Palliparambil and the re-elected Provincial Minister Br. John
Alwyn Dias. Br Elvin Lopes, second Chapter Secretary took the roll call,
after which Br. Rocky D’Cunna, the moderator welcomed Br. John Baluk.
Many Capitulars encouraged and appreciated the presentation of the
Custody Report along with Chapter President Br. John Baptist
Palliparambil. Br. John Baptist Palliparambil requested the Provincial
Minister to give a helping hand to the custody by sending the friars for
the mission.Br. Rocky D’Cunha, invited Br. Isaac Baptist Rodrigues, the
Delegate from Infant Jesus Delegation, Nagaland and Manipur. Br. Isaac
Baptist Rodrigues presented the Delegation report well and was
appreciated by all the capitulars for the strenuous missionary work and
for their recent plans of venturing into new places.
IX
Ordinary Provincial Chapter-2022: Day Three
On
the third day, 27th at 6.15 a.m all the capitulars gathered in the
chapel for the Holy hour conducted by the Liturgy Committee. Br. Patrick
Crasta read the Gospel passage and gave a meaningful reflection by
calling us to move on with the Spirit of truth. At 8:30 a.m all the
capitulars gathered in the Chapter hall for the Election of the New
Provincial Minister. The Chapter President as per the norm, made a
prayer before the Election. The Second Chapter Secretary having done the
roll call, the First Chapter Secretary briefed the Capitulars about the
Election procedures, after which both the Chapter Secretaries and the
scrutineers. made a vow of secrecy before counting the ballots. The
Election of the Provincial Minister for Holy Trinity Province Karnataka
took place at 10:30 a.m. Accordingly it was announced, Br. John Alwyn
Dias was re-elected as the Provincial Minister of the Holy Trinity
Province Karnataka. Br. John Alwyn Dias willingly accepted the office
and requested the support from the brothers of the Province. Soon after
the Election of the Provincial Minister, the Chapter President moved
with the election the Councillors. Accordingly Br. Paul Melwyn D’Souza
was elected as the first councillor, Br, Robin Victor D’Souza as the
second councillor, Br. Denis Veigas as the third councillor and Br.
Vijay Kumar as the fourth councillor. All the four councillors willingly
accepted this responsibility and work for the betterment of the
Province. Among them Br. Paul Melwyn D’Souza was re-elected as
Provincial Vicar of the Holy Trinity Province Karnataka.
IX
Ordinary Provincial Chapter-2022: Day Two On
the second day 26th April 2022 at 6.00 a.m the capitulars gathered in
the chapel for the Morning Prayer followed by the Holy Eucharist which
was presided over by Br John Baptist Palliparambil, the General
Councilor and concelebrated by Br. Preetham Mendonca and Br. Edwin
Colaco. Br. John Baptist Palliparambil gave an inspiring homily during
the Holy Eucharist and gave us a call to be like the early Christians
who lived in unity with one heart and mind. At 9.00 a.m all the
capitulars gathered in the Chapter hall for day’s sessions. The First
Chapter secretary began the session with the Hymn to the Holy Spirit and
the Chapter Prayer. Thereafter the Chapter President, Br. John Baptist
Palliparambil, the General Councilor, and Br Rocky D’Cunha the moderator
of the session were invited to the dais. Br. Elvin Lopes the second
Chapter Secretary took the roll call. Br. Rocky D’Cunha, the moderator
of the session, invited Br. John Alwyn Dias, the incumbent Provincial
Minister, who presented the triennial report.
IX
Ordinary Provincial Chapter-2022: Day One On
25th April 25, 2022, Monday at 3.00 pm all the Capitulars gathered at
the Façade of Shanthi Sadhana Bengaluru. The newly compiled hymn book
“Sing with Nature” was released by Br. John Baptist Palliparambil, the
General Councilor, Br. Lorenzo Motti, Provincial Minister of the Emilia
Romagna Province, Br. John Alwyn Dias Provincial Minister of the Holy
Trinity Province Karnataka, Br. Paul Melwyn D’Souza the Vicar Provincial
and Br. Salvadore Fernandes. Thereby the all the capitulars joined for
the procession with lighted Pascal candle lead by Br. John Baptist
Palliparambil, the General Councilor towards the chapel of Shanthi
Sadhana. The liturgy committee conducted the prayer service that lead
all the brothers to invoke the inspiration of the Holy Spirit and the
Lord’s presence for the celebration of the Ninth Provincial Chapter.All
the capitulars gathered at the Chapter hall immediately after the prayer
service for the inaugural talk. The Speaker Rev. Fr. Joe Mannath, SDB
was introduced and honored by the Provincial Minister Br. John Alwyn
Dias and Rev. Fr. Joe Mannath, gave the inaugural talk on ‘leadership
quality of superiors’ and on ‘what the chapters can do, and cannot do’.
Divine
Mercy feast celebration at Divine Mercy retreat centre, Bejai, Mangaluru Divine
Mercy feast was celebrated at Divine Mercy Retreat Centre, Bejai,
Mangaluru on 24th April 2022 at 10.30 am. Fr Richard Coelho, Director of
Fr Mullers Hospital presided over the Holy Eucharist. Earlier at 9.30
am, Fr Richard Quadras, animator of the retreat centre conducted Holy
adoration. Eucharistic Procession was organized around St Anne’s Friary.
Newly renovated St Anthony shrine was blessed during the procession.
During the mass, Fr Richard Coelho preached about the origin of Divine
Mercy Sunday & abundant Mercy of God quoting several scripture passages.
The Capuchins namely, Fr Paul Melwyn Dsouza Superior of St Anne’s
Friary, Fr Richard Quadras, Animator of Divine Mercy Centre Bejai, Fr
Prem Dsouza, Fr Lancy Rebello, Fr Fedrick Rodrigues, Fr Rupert Barboza,
Fr Francis Fernandes & Fr Prakash Colaco graced this occasion by their
gracious presence.
Free
health check-up and medical outreach camp organized on Dr. B.R Ambedkar
Jayanthi, more than 55 people benefited from this camp: Vimukti Pothnal Vimukti
pothnal celebrated the 131st birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Jayanti on 14th Thursday, April 2022 at Mudamaguddi Village, Manvi
taluka, Raichur Dist. On this occasion, a free health check-up camp was
organised, in which more than 55 people took part and benefited from
this health camp. Addressing the gathering Mrs. Jecintha said the health
issues in our rural areas as one of the biggest problems, where poor
women and children are deprived of the basic health facilities in the
villages. Timely health check-ups, taking care of the once health,
keeping clean environment, drinking pure water and eating nutritious
food will help us to become healthy persons.
It’s
never too late to have a happy childhood: Vimukti Pothnal In
all this world there is nothing so beautiful as a happy child. Let us
sacrifice our today so that our children can have a better tomorrow. It
is well said “don’t educate your children to be rich. Educate them to be
HAPPY. So, when they grow up, they will know the values of things, not
the price”.
MAGNIFICAT
- MORYAL SANZ AT DON BOSCO HALL, MAGALORE By Fr Stephen Dsouza St
Anne’s Friary Capuchin Friars presented ‘Magnificat’ - Moryal Sanz ‘An
evening of Marian Songs’, on 3rd April 2022, at Don Bosco Hall. The
programe began at 5.45 pm with the arrival of Dr Peter Paul Saldanha,
Bishop of Mangalore Diocese. Rupal D’Souza anchored the event. Fr John
Fernandes welcomed the dignitaries namely Bishop Peter Paul Saldanha, Fr
Paul Melwyn D’Souza the planner of the event, Fr Prem vicar of St Anne’s
Friary, Fr Chetan PRO of Udupi Diocese, Fr Rupert Barboza, the religious
men and women and the laity. Fr Chetan speaking of the event
“Magnificat” explained the role of Mother Mary in the salvation history.
He said, “Mary was standing beneath the cross. She was a courageous
woman and not a sorrowful mother or a woman who cried on the way of the
cross. She stood under the cross when all others had deserted Jesus. She
accompanied Jesus in his suffering.”
UKG
CONVOCATION DAY HELD AT TRINITY CENTRAL SCHOOL, PERAMPALLI On
Friday 01st April 2022 the Convocation Ceremony of the Kindergarten
Section of Trinity Central School, Perampalli was held with much fanfare
at the school Trinitorium. Dressed in a grand hues of an eclectic blue
with the golden sunshine elevating their glow, the young minds of UKG
walked proudly to their seats of honour to the musical intonation of the
drum. Led by Leslia Soares, the graduating class were accompanied by
Chief Guest Fr. Johnson Sequeira, Principal of St. Mary’s English Medium
School Udupi, Principal Fr. Anil D’Costa, Primary Section In-Charge Fr
Lenson Lobo, Academic Co-ordinator Magdalena Lewis and Renita Monteiro,
Pre-Primary Section Head.
Vimukti
Pothnal Celebrated Ugadi -festival with migrant families: Vimukti
Pothnal organized the "joy of giving" activity in an Endeavour to
make Ugadi festival special and reached out to the migrated families at
pothnal on 2rd of April 2022, Saturday. Ugadi festival makes us to join
with our brethren in doing a little something extra for someone. It is
joy, for giving and sharing, for laughter, for coming together with less
privileged families and children. Ugadi is celebrated as a festival of
prosperity. Along with the onset of the year, it signifies the vibrancy
of nature and the springs. It is also a day of prayer, as Hindu brethren
pray for success in the new year. All the Vimukti staff, participated in
the Ugadi celebrations. All in all, the Ugadi celebrations at vimukti
along with migrant families set the tone for the coming New Year, a year
that promises to be full of smiling faces, unity and self-reliance. On
this occasion children had sumptuous meal and health checkup program was
organized. Nearly 65 stakeholders participated in the program.
Holy Trinity Province of Karnataka
On
8 December 2008 the General Definitory by its Decree Prot. No. 00999/98
constituted and declared established the Most Holy Trinity Province of
Karnataka. By the same Decree the General Definitory appointed Br.
Vincent Gabriel Furtado as the new Provincial Minister, Br. John Baptist
Sequeira as the first Definitor and Provincial Vicar, Br. Patrick Crasta,
Edwin Colaco and Rudolf D'Souza as the 2, 3, and 4 Definitors
respectively.
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace,
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy;
O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be
consoled as to console;
to be understood as to understand;
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive;
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.