Silver Jubilee of our Missionary Presence- of Christ the King Delegation,
Mizoram-Tripura-Silchar -Barak Valley.
Christ the King, Capuchin Delegation of Mizoram, Tripura, Silchar and Barak
Valley region commemorated a momentous occasion – the Silver Jubilee of
Capuchin Missionary Presence at Durtlang, Mizoram on 4th March 2024, marking
25 years of spiritual growth, community bonding, and shared faith.The day
was filled with immense joy, gladness and cultural richness, as the Capuchin
Friars of the Delegation and the parishioners gathered to celebrate with a
Holy Eucharist and a vibrant cultural program.
The Jubilee Celebration commenced with a solemn Holy Eucharist, at.9.30 am,
presided over by His Grace Most Rev. Dr Stephen Rotluanga, Bishop of Aizawl
and concelebrated by the Rev. Fr John Alwyn Dias, Provincial Minister, Holy
Trinity Province Karnataka, Fr Robin Victor DSouza the Mission Secretary of
the Province, Fr Stany Roshan DSouza, the Provincial Delegate, the friars of
Christ the King Delegation, guest priests, sisters and the people of God.
The liturgical service was a poignant reflection of faith and Missionary
journey- a journey of faith, a journey of fidelity, journey of fortitude,
with prayers of thanksgiving for the past, blessings and passion for the
present, and hopes for the future. Rev Fr John Alwyn Dias, Provincial
Minister, preached a meaningful Homily evokoing a spirit of thanksgiving and
renewal.
Following the Holy Eucharist, the jubilation continued with a captivating
cultural program that showcased the tradition of the land and the diverse
talents within the students of our various parishes and schools. A cake was
sliced to mark the occasion and the pioneers Fr Vincent Monis and Fr Albert
Gonsalves were honored.
As the Mission of the delegation looks ahead, the jubilee celebration stands
as a milestone, inspiring continued growth and shared experiences for the
future.