Mangalore: ICYM’S Diocesan Youth Convention Spreads Vivacity
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore (VA)
Mangalore, Jan 19: Diocesan Youth Convention (DYC), a vibrant event organized by Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) Kick-started here recently.
The ‘Vojem’ was inaugurated by Geevarghees Mar Divannasious, Bishop of Puttur, Malankar diocese. The procession was inaugurated by Fr James D’ Souza Vicarvara of Belthangady deanery with the local host carrying the Vojem from Madanthyar city towards the inaugural venue, Sacred Heart English Medium Higher Primary School Ground.The guests were received to the programme venue by a traditional Arathi and showering of fragrance. The inaugural programme commenced with a prayer song and a welcome dance by members of Madanthyar unit and from the candidates of Ursuline Convent.
The diocesan youth director and youth lady animator along with ICYM Central Council president escorted the guests to the dais. After inaugurating the convention Bishop Geevarghees invited the youth to respect the parents, adults and to walk in the footsteps of Lord.
Fr James D’ Souza, the vicarvara of the Beltangady and Sylvia D’Souza, an advocate and Christian marriage registrar were the chief guests. Vincent D’Souza, the Taluk Panchayath member, Fr Simon D’Souza the Belthangady Varado youth director, Fr Lawrence Mascarenhas the parish priest, Fr Anil D’Souza, ICYM Central Council youth director, Sr Michelle B S, lady animator, ICYM Central Council, Vincent Rodrigues the ICYM president, Lawrence D’Souza, secretary ICYM Central council,. Victor Tellis the Madanthyar ICYM unit president, Nelson Monis the Belthangady deanery ICYM president were present on the dais.
During the programme the Bishop of Puttur, Vincent D’Souza the Taluk Panchayath member and Fr Anil
Vincent Rodrigues welcomed the guests and Aron Lobo the vice secretary of ICYM Central Council proposed the vote of thanks.
Cultural programme was organized by the youth of Madanthyar unit and other youth which was well appreciated by the dignitaries and the gathering.