Catechism year was inaugurated on Sunday 12th June 2016 by V. Rev. Fr. Paul Sequeira during the 10.30 a.m. mass. 

The theme for this year is

"Catechism is the way to experience God’s mercy."

"ಭಾವಾರ್ಥಿ (ಕ್ರಿಸ್ತೀ) ಶಿಕ್ಶಣ್ ದೆವಾಚ್ಯಾ ಕಾಕುಳ್ತಿಚೊ ಅನ್ಭೊಗ್ ಕರ್ಚಿ ವಾಟ್."

The mass began with the procession led by the Altar boys with Cross & Holy bible, two lighted candles, two students representing all the students, couple of parents, Vice President, Catechism teachers, the convener Joseph Monteiro & the main celebrant. The inauguration was done by lighting the lamp & handing over the Holy Bible to vice president & the chief convener to signify the handing over of the responsibility & instructions to the parish community by the Parish Priest.

 

 

 

 

The text books were handed over to the teachers as they are the transmitters of divine knowledge. The two parents handed over the 2 children to the teachers signifying that  teachers will impart knowledge regarding faith and train them as good Christians to represent Christ in this world to others. Then all the catechism teachers took oath to carry out the responsibility placed on them faithfully, dutifully & consciously. The parish priest wished them all the best & appreciated their good will.  He requested all the teachers, students and the parents to co-operate with each other.

Mrs Meera Miranda compered the programme.


By: John Menezes