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Fundamental Servant of God Bishop Mar Mathew Makil rights 14 32 We pray for those who risk their lives while fighting for Palm Sunday at Sacred Bethania Centre Hosts Heart Cathedral National Leaders of Icym fundamental rights under & Ycs/Ysm Movements dictatorships, authoritarian regimes and even in democracies in crisis. HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTION FOR APRIL 2021 Fundamental rights We pray for those who risk their lives while fighting for fundamental rights under dictatorships, authoritarian regimes and even in democracies in crisis. Contents from the editor

5 The Shepherd’s Voice 8 Musings of the Month 9 Theology & Christian Life - 17 By Giving we Gain, the Easter Joy! 10 Because he Lives 11 Special fr. sTanley Kozhichira 12 Parish Roundup 22 School Snippets 30 Diocesan Digest ‘Stand with Stan’ is a slogan some of you have been hearing 42 Calendar of Feasts and have been actively participating in the movements for the release of the tribal rights activist Fr. Stan Swamy S J. He is the oldest person to be accused of terrorism in India. On 8 October 2020, he was arrested and chargesheeted by the National Investigation Agency under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for his alleged role in the 2018 Bhima Koregaon violence and links to patron Archbishop Anil J.T. Couto Maoist. editor What Father Stan did all his life was to bring fundamental, constitutional Fr. Stanely Kozhichira rights for the tribal. He has questioned the non-implementation of the editorial board Augustine Kurien Fifth Schedule of the Constitution, which stipulates setting up of a Tribes Deepanjali Rao Advisory Council with members solely of the Adivasi community for their Divya Joy protection, well-being and development. But people who fought for the finance and circulation manager fundamental rights have been under the government scanner all over the Fr. Francis Prasad world. According to the reports of the UN there are instances of violation of secretariat Tency Thomas Fundament Rights around the world with an estimating a total of 357 killings Design concept and 30 forced disappearances of human rights defenders, journalists and Mustardtree.in trade unionist in 47 countries in 2019. printed and published by as per dictionary, are a group of rights that have been Fr. Januario Rebello Fundamental rights, on behalf of Delhi Catholic Archdiocese recognized by a high degree of protection from encroachment. These rights DESIGN & printed at are specifically identified in a Constitution, or have been found under Due Bosco Society for Printing & Graphic Training, Process of law. Okhla Road, New Delhi - 110 025 Tel.: 26839864, 26910729 In the month of April, we celebrate Liberation of Jesus from Death. The Published by Delhi Catholic Archdiocese Easter is celebrated as the most liberating experience of all times. Jesus is the 1 Ashok Place, New Delhi - 110001 forerunner who leads all those who seek him into this liberation. The people Tel.: (+91-11) 23343457, 23362058 who work towards human dignity and fight against the establishments for Fax: (+91-11) 23746575 the welfare of their fellow citizens are facing the consequences, like Jesus Email: [email protected] Facebook: Voiceofdelhi Archdiocese Delhi had to go through the same. So anyone who make an attempt to bring Website: www.archdiocesedelhi.com freedom and liberation for others would have to go through immense period of persecution. But the final victory is, that of the truth, justice, equality and annual subscription freedom, a true liberation. `150 (by post); US $ 25 (abroad); UK £ 15 (abroad); Europe € 13 (abroad) In this context Holy Father, during the Easter month, wishes the entire By Local cheque/bank draft favouring church to pray for those who risk their lives while fighting for fundamental “The Voice of Delhi” rights under dictatorships, authoritarian regimes and even in democracies Contributions for publication may be sent to in crisis. Archbishop Anil in his Shepherd’s Voice also speaks about the the above address by post or by email to: attitude of giving as his Easter message. Jesus gave up his life for all of us, By [email protected] Editor’s mobile: 9868353289 giving His life for us he gained the whole world for himself and the father. Every activist who makes effort to give himself for cause would always gain, The articles, news reports and other materials but that gain may not be during his/her life time, that does not stop one from published in this magazine (other than the fighting. Shepherd’s Voice) reflect the views of the authors and not of the Archdiocese of Delhi and VOD does As we celebrate the Easter Joy may the Liberating Christ bring a greater not take any responsibility or liability for the same. sense of Justice for all of us. Joyful Easter!

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Thank you very much dear editor and team for including new articles. of Delhi in a new shape with quality bestof creativity and may and the newness.I coming editions would likebe free to write to us, with the kind of The Catechism of the Catholic Church begins the section on “Virtues” by quoting The article by Sister Sukriti what is veryinformation well written you would knowledgeable. like us to inputs for readers. Your efforts to ofto greatsay the reflections. “well issue” by Fr. Maxim the above words of St. Paul. Virtues are divided into “Human Virtues” and “Theological October 2017 include, your views on the content! make the VOD classical magazine WithPinto best is really wishes, enriching. Virtues”. “Human virtues: are firm attitudes, stable dispositions, habitual perfections Deeksha Tete Together we are the Voice of Delhi. of the Archdiocese has borne fruit. of intellect and will, that govern our actions, order our passions and guide our conduct Najafgargh email: [email protected] Please Dear accept Editor, our “Discovering congratulations PhilaminWilliam Herald Philip according to reason and faith. They make possible: ease, self-mastery and joy in leading andIdentity” gratitude by Professor for the initiative Dean put in ARohinilAknAnDA a morally good life. The virtuous man is he who freely practices the good” (CCC 1804). byFernandes, you and yourwas ateam great in read revitalising this It is in the Holy Bible, both Old and New Testaments that give us the divine teachings VODtime. making Like many it the youngsters readers' delight. I also Dear Father Stanley, The heavens on virtues. 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It strengthens the resolve to resist temptations and to overcome and on behalf of Parish Priests and to day pours forth obstacles in the moral life. The virtue of fortitude enables one to conquer fear, even fear of KCparishioners Jacob of St. Michael’s Church, Audrey Carvalho“Lord, Daver speech,young and Mary night death, and to face trials and persecutions. It disposes one even to renounce and sacrifice his PITAMPURAPrasad Nagar, I take this opportunity life in defense of a just cause” (CCC 1808). Temperance “is the moral virtue that moderates Through the intercession of Our Lady of Good to express gratitude to your goodself to nightto the declares temple. the attraction of pleasures and provides balance in the use of created goods. 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God” disposing Christians “to live in a Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassion, kindness, relationship with the Holy Trinity” (CCC lowliness, meekness, and patience, forbearing one another and, if one has a complaint 1812). The theological virtues are:- Faith against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must selfishness,which “is the theological pride, jealousy, virtue by whichenvy, hatred, Jesus, in his resurrection, indeed has built a forgive. And above all these (virtues) put on love, which binds everything together in resentmentwe believe in etc. God all andof which believe are all like that ‘idols’ he that we perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were worshiphas said thusand revealedcontravening to us, the and first that commandment Holy new temple not made with hands and that called in the one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, as you ofChurch God. These proposes are for‘false our gods’ belief, that because desecrate the temple is himself as our Risen Lord and in teach and admonish one another in all wisdom, and as you sing psalms and hymns and templehe is truth of Goditself” destroying (CCC 1814). its Faith, holiness. which Jesus tells spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, in word theis indeed Pharisees a gift and of the God, scribes is “dead” that it ifis notit is God who him the Church as the body of the Risen or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father willnot allieddestroy to theworks temple (cf. Jamesbut their 2:26). own Hope wickedness through him” (Col. 3:12-17). whereby“is the theologicalthey will bring virtue ruin by whichupon themselves we Lord enlightened by the Holy Spirit. The one “becausedesire the kingdomyou did ofnot heaven know andthe eternal time of your and only worship in this temple is DIVINE would like to end with a little story that may well fit into our Lord’s teaching on visitation”life as our happiness, (Lk. 19: 44). placing This ourwas trustthe warning in of going the “extra mile” (cf. Mt. 5:41): A man was asked to paint a boat. He brought theChrist’s prophets promises especially and relying Jeremiah not and on ourrecorded in LOVE eternally embodied in the Cross of Our i with him paint and brushes and began to paint the boat a bright red, as the owner 2own Chronicles strength, 36 but (1 onst Reading the help of of the grace4th Sunday of Lord Jesus and his Resurrection. asked him. While painting, he realized there was a hole in the hull and decided to Lent).of the Holy Spirit” (CCC 1817). Charity “is repair it. When finished painting he received his money and left. The next day, the owner the theological virtue by which we love of the boat came to the painter and presented him with a nice cheque, much higher than It is not without reason that all the four marvelously splendid they may be. St. Paul has clearly enunciated God above all things for his own sake, and the payment for painting. The painter was surprised: gospels give importance to the episode of the this truth: “So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you our neighbor as ourselves for the love of -You’ve already paid me for painting the boat! he said. ‘cleansing of the temple’ and St. John places it at are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household God” (CCC 1822). This is what Christ has -But this is not for the paint job. It’s for having repaired the hole in the boat. the very beginning of the ministry of Jesus when of God, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ taught us in the new commandment of Ah! But it was such a small service… certainly it’s not worth paying me such a high Jesus is visiting Jerusalem for the Passover Feast Jesus himself being the cornerstone, in whom the whole structure, love at the Last Supper. rd amount for something so insignificant! My dear friend, you do not understand. Let me tell (cf. Jn. 2:13-22 – Gospel of 3 Sunday of Lent) ). being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. In him you what happened. When I asked you to paint the boat, I forgot to mention about the This act of Our Lord represents the cleansing of you also are being built together into a dwelling place for God by the above catechesis on virtues is of a classical nature. I would like to also hole. When the boat dried, my kids took the boat and went on a fishing trip. They did not the human heart and our re-birth in the Holy Spirit Spirit” (Eph. 2:19-22). Our Lord had alreadyAFFA proclaimedbiLiTy, this truth mention the “Little Virtues” which Fr. Denis Pereira of Mumbai had know that there was a hole. I was not at home at that time. When I returned and noticed through our sharing in the death and resurrection in his discourse with the Samaritan woman: “Woman, believe me, spoken about during a clergy retreat 19 years ago. The Little Virtues they had taken the boat, I was desperate because I remembered that the boat had a hole. ofThe Christ in which the old sacrifices of the Law of the hour is coming when neither on thisCO mountainnDESCEnSiOn, nor in Jerusalem are as important to our Christian life of discipleship as the two main Imagine my relief and joy when I saw them returning from fishing. Then I examined the Moses and all the ritual prescriptions have been will you worship the Father… But the hour is coming, and is now categories mentioned above. SiMPLiCiTy, boat and found that you had repaired the hole! You see, now, what you did? You saved the totally supplanted, rather fulfilled by the one and here, when the true worshippers will worship the Father in spirit life of my children! I do not have enough money to pay your “small” good deed. only Law i.e. the law of self-sacrificing love as and truth, for the Father is seeking suchkinDLinESS, people to worship him” (Jn. WhAT ARe The LiTTLe ViRTUeS? So, no matter who, when or how. Just continue to help, sustain, wipe tears, listen Christ has taught and lived in his life. To those who 4:21-23). come� Sometimes to question it is a littlehis authority indulgence, Jesus which responds, easily pardons the faults of others, without SWEETnESS OF attentively and carefully repair all the “leaks” you find, because you never know when How did the ‘house of prayer’ become a ‘den of robbers’ (cf. “Destroythe least desirethis temple, of a little and consideration in three days Ifor will self. raise God has a pleasant surprise for us to be helpful and important to someone. You may have Mt 21: 13)? Because the temple authoritiesASPECT, had allowed OF commerceACTiOn, it� Sometimes up” (Jn. 2: it 19). is a Thisholy isdissimulation, an obvious reference which blinds to the eye to the patent faults of one’s repaired numerous “boat holes” along the way, of several people without realizing how to flourish inside the temple precincts in the vast ‘court of the hisneighbours, death and and resurrection. which is entirely At his different, trial the wordsas is apparent, from that petty vanity with many lives you’ve saved. gentiles’ where currencies were exchangedOF forMAnnERS, the temple currency OF ofwhich Jesus some are twistedpreen themselves and produced on discovering as an evidence the secret faults of others. (half-shekel) to be paid as temple tax and animals were sold for against� At times him it isto a chargetender compassion,him for treason: which takes“We to itself the task of mitigating the WORDS, SuCh ARE, + Archbishop Anil Couto the temple sacrifices – and both at a huge mark up to fill up the heardsorrows him of thesay, unfortunate, ‘I will destroy and this it is temple a joy which that isspends itself increasing the happiness archbishop of delhi pockets of the authorities. This ‘corruption’TO RESuMé, was blatantly ThE against madeof the withfortunate. hands, and in three days I will build the Law and the Prophets but nobody had the guts to question the another,� Sometimes not alsomade it withis a certain hands’” elasticity (Mk. 14:58). of spirit Yet which recognizes spontaneously and PLEASAnT LiTTLE authorities; only Jesus could with the authority he received from thewithout false the accusation effort the was worth very of prophetic. an idea which Jesus, another in has had before us, applauding it the Father, and he was ready to pay the price for it which followed hisas a resurrection,discovery, and indeed in no wayhas beingbuilt aenvious new temple of the author of it. ViRTuES. very soon. It was injustice, exploitation and oppression that were not� Now made it is with a solicitude hands and which that anticipatestemple is himself another’s as need, desirous to spare the pain or going on inside the temple and all in the name of God! God certainly ourhumiliation Risen Lord of askingand in forhim help. the Church as the body wouldn’t want such a temple for himself! of� Again the Risen it is a Lordgenerosity enlightened of heart by which the Holy does Spirit. anything in its power to oblige, and which In stark contrast to the desecration of the temple through Thewhen one it canand doonly but worship little, would in this wish temple to beis DIVINEable to do more. malpractices the Gospel tells us that the infinite healing love and LOVE� Finally eternally it is aembodied sweet quiet in the affability Cross of which Our Lord listens to the troubles of another with mercy of God were flowing through Jesus in the court of the gentiles Jesusno apparent and his weariness, Resurrection. instructing It is God’s the victory ignorant over without the bitterness of reproach or to heal the blind and the lame; and the children were crying out sinreprimand; and death or init whichis a certain we all politeness participate which through fulfills all the requirements of urbanity “Hosanna to the Son of David” to which the authorities strongly ournot faithonly interiorly,in Jesus Christ. as happens Hence thein the Church world made which makes show of these graces, but objected (cf. Mat. 21: 14-16). But the poor recognized the Messiah ofwith living artless stones and Christiandoes not cordiality.require temples made who was proclaiming the Kingdom of God and the true meaning of of Affability,stone, however condescension, artistically simplicity, beautiful kindliness, and sweetness of aspect, of action, of manners, of words, such are, to resumé, the pleasant Littlethe Covenant. Virtues. However, the Little Virtues are by no means of a lesser degree than the virtues expected of a Christian as @archbishopdelhi www.facebook.com/archbishopanilcouto/ 6taughtThe by Voice St. Paulof Delhi in his letter to the Colossians:

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God” disposing Christians “to live in a the shepherd’s Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassion, kindness, relationship with the Holy Trinity” (CCC voiCe lowliness, meekness, and patience, forbearing one another and, if one has a complaint 1812). The theological virtues are:- Faith against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must which “is the theological virtue by which forgive. And above all these (virtues) put on love, which binds everything together in we believe in God and believe all that he perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were has said and revealed to us, and that Holy called in the one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, as you Church proposes for our belief, becauseGod” disposing Christians “to live in a teach and admonish one another in all wisdom,Put onand then,as you as sing God’s psalms chosen and hymnsones, andholy and beloved, compassion, kindness, he is truth itself” (CCC 1814). Faith, whichrelationship with the Holy Trinity” (CCC spiritual songs with thankfulness in yourlowliness, hearts to meekness, God. And whateverand patience, you do,forbearing in word one another and, if one has a complaint is indeed a gift of God, is “dead” if it is1812). The theological virtues are:- Faith or deed, do everything in the name of theagainst Lord Jesus,another, giving forgiving thanks each to Godother; the as Father the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must not allied to works (cf. James 2:26). Hopewhich “is the theological virtue by which through him” (Col. 3:12-17). forgive. And above all these (virtues) putThis on love, ‘corruption’ which binds everything was together in “is the theological virtue by which wewe believe in God and believe all that he perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were desire the kingdom of heaven and eternalhas said and revealed to us, and that Holy wouldFinally, like Ito would end withlike toa littleunderline storycalled that that each inmay the one well one of fitbody. us intois And our be Lord’sthankful. teaching Letblatantly the on word of against Christ dwell the in you richly, as you life as our happiness, placing our trust inChurch proposes for our belief, because the templegoing of the the “extra Holy mile”Spirit, (cf.i.e. Mt.of the 5:41): Holyteach A manTrinity, and wasadmonish the asked truth toone paint another a boat. in Heall wisdom,broughtLaw and and asthe you Prophets sing psalms and hymns and Christ’s promises and relying not on ourhe is truth itself” (CCC 1814). Faith, which whichi withSt. Paul him emphasizes: paint and brushes “Do you and not beganknowspiritual thatto paint yousongs arethe with God’sboat thankfulness a bright red, asin theyour owner hearts to God. And whatever you do, in word own strength, but on the help of the graceis indeed a gift of God, is “dead” if it is templeasked and that him. God’s While Spirit painting, dwells he in realized you...or deed,For there God’s do was everything temple a hole is in in the the hull name and ofdecided thebut Lord to nobody Jesus, giving had thanks the to God the Father of the Holy Spirit” (CCC 1817). Charity “isnot allied to works (cf. James 2:26). Hope holy,repair and it. Whenyou are finished that temple” painting (1Cor. he 3:received 16-17).through his him”money (Col. and left.3:12-17). The next day, theguts owner to question the the theological virtue by which we love“is the theological virtue by which we of the boat came to the painter and presented him with a nice cheque, much higher than If I am the temple of God I cannot allow it to be God above all things for his own sake, anddesire the kingdom of heaven and eternal the payment for painting. The painter was surprised:would like to end with a little story that may well fit into our Lord’s teaching on desecrated – that is, used for a profane purpose. authorities; only our neighbor as ourselves for the love oflife as our happiness, placing our trust in -You’ve already paid me for painting the boat!going he said. the “extra mile” (cf. Mt. 5:41): A man was asked to paint a boat. He brought “So now you have to sit quietly and examine what kind Jesus could with the God” (CCC 1822). This is what Christ hasChrist’s promises and relying not on our -But this is not for the paint job. It’s fori havingwith repaired him paint the and hole brushes in the boat. and began to paint the boat a bright red, as the owner of commerce is going on in your holy temple. Is it totally clean? taught us in the new commandment ofown strength, but on the help of the grace Ah! But it was such a small service… certainlyasked it’s him. not worthWhile painting,paying me he such realized authoritya high there was he a hole received in the hull and decided to Who are the traders sitting there and defiling the temple? Are you love at the Last Supper. of the Holy Spirit” (CCC 1817). Charity “is amount for something so insignificant! repairMy dear it. friend, When youfinished do not paintingunderstand. he received Let me tellhis money and left. The next day, the owner providing shelter to any exploitation? It may be a deep rooted from the Father, the theological virtue by which we love you what happened. When I asked you toof paintthe boat the cameboat, toI forgotthe painter to mention and presented about the him with a nice cheque, much higher than trauma caused in childhood that still resides there exploiting you above catechesis on virtuesGod is above of a classical all things nature. for his I ownwould sake, like and to also hole. When the boat dried, my kids took thethe boat payment and went for painting. on a fishing The paintertrip. They was anddid surprised: not he was ready to AFFAbiLiTy, and your future; it may be a hurt that was caused by someone mention the “Little Virtues”our neighbor which Fr. as Denis ourselves Pereira for of the Mumbai love of had know that there was a hole. I was not at home-You’ve at that already time. Whenpaid me I returned for painting and noticedthe boat! he said. long ago that is not healed and reconciled; it may be a laziness pay the price for it The spoken about during a clergyGod” retreat(CCC 1822). 19 years This ago.is what The Christ Little has Virtues COnDESCEnSiOn, they had taken the boat, I was desperate because-But thisI remembered is not for the that paint the boatjob. It’s had for a hole. having repaired the hole in the boat. that does not allow you to do what you want to do; it may be are as important to our Christiantaught us life in of the discipleship new commandment as the two ofmain Imagine my relief and joy when I saw them returningAh! But it fromwas suchfishing. a small Then service… I examined whichcertainly the followedit’s not worth very paying me such a high something else. Examine it with the help of Jesus and then allow categories mentioned above. love at the Last Supper. SiMPLiCiTy, boat and found that you had repaired the amounthole! You for see, something now, what so youinsignificant! did? You saved My dearthe friend, you do not understand. Let me tell him to overturn the tables and set the doves free. Let him clean the soon. It was injustice, life of my children! I do not have enough youmoney what to happened.pay your “sm Whenall” goodI asked deed. you to paint the boat, I forgot to mention about the kinDLinESS, temple so that you are prepared to meet him” [George Ponodath, WhAT ARe The LiTTLe ViRTUeS? above catechesis on virtues is of a classical nature. I would like to also So, no matter who, when or how. Justhole. continue When the to help,boat dried, sustain, my wipekids took tears, theexploitation listen boat and went onand a fishing trip. They did not AFFAbiLiTy, S.J., Cave of Plenty: A Retreat Manual (Mumbai, St. Paul’s, 2019), � Sometimes it is a little indulgence, which easily pardons mentionthe faults the of others, “Little Virtues”without whichSWEET Fr. Denisn PereiraESS OF of Mumbai had attentively and carefully repair all the “leaks”know thatyou therefind, was because a hole. you I wasnever not know at home when at that time. When I returned and noticed pp. 104-105]. oppression that were the least desire of a little consideration for self.The spoken about during a clergy retreatASPECT 19 years, OF ago. ACT The LittleiOn, Virtues COnDESCEnSiOn, God has a pleasant surprise for us to be helpfulthey had and taken important the boat, to someone. I was desperate You may because have I remembered that the boat had a hole. � Sometimes it is a holy dissimulation, which blinds the eyeare to theas important patent faults to ourof one’s Christian life of discipleship as the two main SiMPLiCiTy, repaired numerous “boat holes” along theImagine way, of my several relief peopleand joy without when I sawrealizing themgoing howreturning on frominside fishing. the Then I examined the neighbours, and which is entirely different,categories as is apparent, mentioned from above. that petty vanity with OF MAnnERS, OF many lives you’ve saved. boat and found that you had repaired the templehole! You see, and now, all what in theyou did? You saved the which some preen themselves on discovering the secret faults of others. kinDLinESS, life of my children! I do not have enough money to pay your “small” good deed. � At times it is a tender compassion, whichWh ATtakes AR eto T itselfhe Li TTLthee task ViRTU of emitigatingS? the WORDS, SuCh ARE, + Archbishop Anil Couto So, no matter who, when or how. Justname continue of toGod! help, God sustain, wipe tears, listen sorrows of the unfortunate, and it is a joy �which Sometimes spends it itselfis a little increasing indulgence, the happiness which easily pardons the faults of others, without SWEETnESS OF archbishop of delhi attentively and carefully repair all the “leaks” you find, because you never know when TO RESuMé, ThE certainly wouldn’t of the fortunate. the least desire of a little consideration for self. ASPECT, OF ACTiOn, God has a pleasant surprise for us to be helpful and important to someone. You may have � Sometimes also it is a certain elasticity of� Sometimes spirit which it isrecognizes a holy dissimulation, spontaneously which and blinds PLEASA the eye to thenT patent LiTTLE faults of one’s repaired numerous “boat holes” along thewant way, ofsuch several a templepeople without realizing how without the effort the worth of an idea whichneighbours, another andhas whichhad before is entirely us, applauding different, itas is apparent, from that petty vanity with OF MAnnERS, OF many lives you’ve saved. for himself! as a discovery, and in no way being enviouswhich of the some author preen of themselvesit. on discovering the secretViRT faultsuES of. others. � Now it is a solicitude which anticipates �another’s At times need,it is adesirous tender compassion,to spare the painwhich or takes to itself the task of mitigating the WORDS, SuCh ARE, + Archbishop Anil Couto humiliation of asking for help. sorrows of the unfortunate, and it is a joy which spends itself increasing the happiness TO RESuMé, ThE archbishop of delhi � Again it is a generosity of heart which doesof the anything fortunate. in its power to oblige, and which when it can do but little, would wish to be� ableSometimes to do more. also it is a certain elasticity of spirit which recognizes spontaneously and PLEASAnT LiTTLE � Finally it is a sweet quiet affability whichwithout listens the effort to the the troubles worth of an another idea which with another has had before us, applauding it no apparent weariness, instructing the ignorantas a discovery, without and the in bitterness no way being of reproach envious or of the author of it. ViRTuES. reprimand; or it is a certain politeness which� Now fulfills it is a solicitudeall the requirements which anticipates of urbanity another’s need, desirous to spare the pain or not only interiorly, as happens in the worldhumiliation which makes of asking show for of help. these graces, but with artless and Christian cordiality. � Again it is a generosity of heart which does anything in its power to oblige, and which Affability, condescension, simplicity, kindliness,when it can sweetness do but little, of aspect,would wish of action, to be ableof to do more. manners, of words, such are, to resumé, the� Finally pleasant it Little is a sweet Virtues. quiet However, affability the whichLittle listens to the troubles of another with Virtues are by no means of a lesser degreeno than apparent the virtues weariness, expected instructing of a Christian the ignorant as without the bitterness of reproach or @archbishopdelhi www.facebook.com/archbishopanilcouto/ taught by St. Paul in his letter to the Colossians:reprimand; or it is a certain politeness which fulfills all the requirements of urbanity not only interiorly, as happens in the world which makes show of these graces, but 6 The Voice of Delhi with artless and Christian cordiality. february 2017 7 Affability, condescension, simplicity, kindliness, sweetness of aspect, of action, of manners, of words, such are, to resumé, the pleasant Little Virtues. However, the Little Virtues are by no means of a lesser degree than the virtues expected of a Christian as @archbishopdelhi www.facebook.com/archbishopanilcouto/ taught by St. Paul in his letter to the Colossians:

6 The Voice of Delhi March 2021 f7ebruary 2017 7 musings of the month

cOlVille De sOuza

The People’s Pope

ope Francis turned 84 in December 2020. He became Pope eight years ago, on March 13, 2013, when he was Pnamed the 266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. From his very first appearance, Pope Francis set the tone for a different kind of papacy. Shunning the lavish regalia of his predecessors, he emerged to greet the tens of thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square in a simple white cassock with a silver cross he had used for decades hanging from his neck. When he became the Shepherd of the Universal Church, Pope Francis immediately felt that his diocese was now the world and that he had to set out again, with the same spirit that had animated him until then, but on a much larger space.

Pope Francis has spent much of preaching and teaching about and Bangladesh, Pope Francis tried to convince people of the need to value differences rather than fear them and has peaceful coexistence and unity. The size and devotion of allowed more room for diversity within the Catholic Church. his audience, the force of his language, and his startling He acknowledged the importance of providing happiness blend of modernity and faith have made him one of the for young people, and has described the ‘Beatitudes’ as a world’s most powerful religious figures. While popes may “Christian identity card”. Pope Francis has made many differ in terms of their theology and ethics, and while foreign trips and participated in many events and ceremonies. many were charismatic and warm people, Pope Francis He has interacted with millions of pilgrims throughout. His appears more affable with an ability to connect with visits are also marked by his efforts to heal divisions within others. He is even connecting with people via Twitter the Christian world, tackle dissension within Catholicism, and has made the papacy much more human, accessible and for Christian unity. He admitted that in travels “you and, less remote. Pope Francis has gained a reputation for always find people; good people and you learn a lot”. Even being relatable, approachable, and down-to-earth. Some if he does not achieve all his economic and political goals have called him “The People’s Pope,” and the “Pope of on these trips, he certainly has gained the attention and the 99 percent.” Time Magazine named him their Person respect of the public. These Apostolic Journeys by our Holy of the Year in 2013. Father also helped to promote a “culture of encounter” well Pope Francis is a perfect example of the humility and beyond the moment after the Pope flies back to Rome. In an simplicity that have come to define his papacy. In March interview, he confided carrying in his heart the people he met this year, Our Holy Father visited Mesopotamia, Iraq, the in his travels, that he prayed for them, for their painful and birthplace of Prophet Abraham, and considered as the difficult situations, so that the inequalities he saw may be cradle of Christianity. Along with visiting the country’s reduced. minority Christian population, the Pope —who has Pope Francis enjoys a reputation as one of the most popular made the theme of building a culture of encounter a popes in living memory. He plays an active role in world centerpiece of his papacy—arrived as a pilgrim of peace. affairs, and most of his global views are popular. In his As a leader, his openness makes him seem able to speak frequent comments about migration and on most of his to anyone, regardless of religion, sexual orientation, foreign trips, the Pope also tried to convince political, civic, and circumstances. It is no wonder his popularity has and religious leaders that being welcoming, respecting transcended traditional categories. For many, the Pope differences, and being willing to listen to another’s point of is a role model, and people are interested in what he has view would actually enrich a society. Pope Francis has also to say. And they listen because of his moral authority. made an effort to foster ties with other religions – travelling It is amazing how many people from all faiths and to the United Arab Emirates in February 2019 to preside over backgrounds have rallied around the Pope’s visit. He is the a historic first mass on the Arabian Peninsula – and address everyman’s Pope. global issues including migration and climate change. From It is hoped that Pope Francis may visit India once the his trips to Egypt, where anti-Christian violence has sorely shadow of COVID-19 risk lifts over the country. tried Christian-Muslim relations, to Colombia, which is recovering from a civil war, and most recently to Myanmar Viva La Papa!!

8 The Voice of Delhi Theology & Christian Life - 17

Poulose Mangai, SJ

You have been Raised with Christ. Seek the Things that are Above.

e are in the first week of the Easter season. The business, Easter season reminds us that in baptism we economics, Wdied with Christ and rose with Christ. We are now politics, united with the Risen Christ and participate in his New Life. career, This is our reality today. This reality makes demands on the married way we live our life. The New Life of Christ demands that we life, sexual give up all wickedness and live a holy life. life, etc.

St. Paul makes this clear in his letter to the Christians at The third Colossae, whom he calls “the saints and faithful brethren chapter of in Christ” (Col 1:1). He tells them: “If then you have been Colossians raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where is an Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds exhortation on things that are above, not on things that are on earth” to holiness (Col 3:1-2). The word ‘above’ means ‘heaven’. We must seek of life. It heavenly things; we must set our minds on heavenly things. demands So we should not be seeking earthly things; we should not avoiding set our minds on earthly things. the way of Are earthly things bad? Does the Word of God ask us to vices and walking the path of virtues. We must keep away abandon earthly affairs? No! We live on earth. God has placed from dishonesty, fraud, corruption, hatred, divisiveness, us on this earth. The earthly things add beauty, meaning infidelity, and all kinds of immorality, whatever be our and value to our lives. Business, economics, politics, career, vocation, career and state of life. We must always walk married life, sex are all important aspects of human life. All the way of holiness, that is, love, mercy, compassion, these bring joy, peace and wellbeing into our lives. However, integrity, truth, fidelity, etc. they are not our final destiny. They are not the purpose of Seeking heavenly things and setting our minds on our life. They are means which help us to make our life heavenly things is more than living morally good lives. beautiful, healthy and good. We must pursue them only There is an aspect in which we directly seek heavenly as means and not as goals. They are worthy as means but things. This is the dimension of prayer in our Christian not worthy as goals. Our goal is greater than all these. Our lives. We keep our focus on God and heavenly things goal is heaven where Christ is. If we make the earthly things directly through prayer and worship. Personal prayer, the ultimate goal of our life, then there is the danger of our family prayer and prayer in the Christian community are straying away from our true goal. “For what does it profit all important. We participate in the liturgy, celebrate the them to gain the whole world and forfeit their life?” (Mk sacraments and listen to and meditate on the Word of 8:36). We must choose the means according to the goal. God.

So what does the Word of God actually mean? Our final goal, It is through this dimension of prayer and worship that which is to be with Christ in heaven, must determine how we we deepen our union with the risen Christ and receive the choose the good things of earth. My conduct on earth should graces we need to live good ethical lives as God’s beloved be the conduct of one who is united with the risen Christ. In children. Prayer makes us more open to the Spirit who baptism I am raised with Christ in order to live the new life of will give us the power to overcome evil and live holy lives. Christ. I want to make earthly progress. When I try to do this, The Spirit will transform us and our lives. Our whole life I must remember that the risen Christ lives in me. We are will become a witness to the power of the risen Christ Easter people who want to give glory to the risen Christ and to who lives in us. It lives will radiate the new life that we God. It is as people united to Christ that we must carry out our received in baptism, for the glory of God.

March 2021 9 Sr. Lalita Roshni Lakra, DSA

Because He Lives

“Easter is a day to fan the ashes of dead hope, a day to banish doubts and seek the slopes where the sun is rising, to revel in the faith which transports us out of ourselves and the dead past into the vast and inviting unknown.”

A quotation from the Lewiston Tribune (author unknown)

We have not yet overcome the pain and agony of the devastating CORONA virus. The number of cases are still on the rise. The COVID-19 pandemic scenario has taught us some fundamental truths about life and death. We have learnt what and how it is to be human and share our lives and resources with others in need. We have realised that science cannot provide answers to all problems; Therefore, let us remind ourselves the Easter symbols: that wealth and money cannot always make us secure; that global solidarity is the mature way to respond to • Cross: symbol of pain, suffering and meaning - No any crisis; that return to nature and simplicity of life, as resurrection without Cross. No Easter without Good against globalized consumerism, is a clarion call; family Friday. life and values are more important than ever, and the • Tomb: let us bury our old and negative selves and need is to find shared solutions to shared problems and embrace new life and positivity challenges. • A big stone: a stone that hid the dead body of Jesus was removed so that we could enter and relish the Against this background, this Easter brings hope to many resurrection experience individuals and families. A divine light shines upon the • The wounds and scars: now healed and demonstrate disappointed corners of our souls. As the stark reality of God’s love. the global pandemic makes its frustrating presence felt; • Easter family – it includes Mother Mary, Mary life, for each one of us, takes on a new rhythm. Amidst Magdalene, John & other apostles … a renewed the panicking experiences of pain, loss (personal & relationship. common/public), struggle between life and death, etc., • Easter community … a community of love-hope- we lift our hearts and souls to affirm that death is just a faith filled witnesses. ‘comma’, not a ‘full-stop’, on our journey towards God. • Easter Candle ... let us keep burning in all situations We hold on to this hope and stand upon its sure promise. and give light to others who are in dark, for Jesus is And therefore, it is the time to sing Alleluia after an our divine light. intensively pensive season of Lent. Let’s move from the garden of Eden to the garden of Easter joy is very personal, for each one of us, after the Gethsemane; from Old Adam to New Adam (Jesus); from Old excruciating experience of suffering, pain, loneliness, Eve to New Eve (Mother Mary). desertedness, cheated by our own people. It is time to share the joy to our family, friends, community and Easter is the memorable melody that adds meaning to colleagues including our enemies. How convincingly true our lives. It celebrates God’s powerful love to overcome Jn. 3:16 is! “For God so loved the world that he gave his death, sin, evil and injustice. Our hopes, amidst the global only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not pandemic, may be nervous and anxious …but we know we are perish but may have eternal life.” I can personalize this gracefully blessed by God’s promise that his love is true and beautiful Biblical verse and write this way – For God so unconditional. “Afflicted, but not crushed; perplexed, but not loved me that he gave His only Son, so that if I believe despairing in Him I may not perish but may have eternal life. I have (2 Cor. 4:8)” because He lives and fills us with a life-affirming, seen Risen Lord in the family life, in the couples loving life-giving, and life-promoting energy that is much needed and forgiving each other and siblings helping each other. today.

We believe in the risen Jesus and are called Easter people. Wish you all a very happy and grace filled Easter!

10 The Voice of Delhi speCiaL Saint of the Month Fr. Arokiya Raj J

Servant of God Bishop Mar Mathew Makil The Founder of the Visitation Congregation!

athew Makil, Servant of God (27 March 1851 – 26 January 1914) was the second Vicar Apostolic and Mthe first indigenous Vicar Apostolic of the Vicariate of Changanassery, which is the Syro-Malabar Catholic Archdiocese of Changanassery today. Mar Mathew Makil was also the first Vicar Apostolic of the Vicariate of Kottayam, which is the Arch Diocese of Kottayam today. He was born in Manjoor, Travancore now a part of Kerala. He was the third son of Thomman and Anna Makil Puthenpurayil.

His parents set an example of their holy life for the son to follow. From childhood onwards, he was attracted to the priesthood. The close association with his uncle Rev. Fr. Jospeh Makil, an exemplary priest, intensified his desire to become a priest. He was admitted to Mannanam seminary in 1865 and started learning Syriac, the liturgical language of the Church. In 1866, he was admitted to the Varapuzha major seminary. On completion of clerical studies and formation, he was ordained priest by Archbishop Leonard Mellano, Vicar Apostolic of Varapuzha on 30th May 1874.

After serving in different parishes, seminaries, and ministries, he was appointed as the Vicar General for the Southists in the Vicariate Apostolic of Kottayam. As the vicar general, he was very much interested in the spiritual life, education, and upliftment of the Knanaya women. For this purpose, he charted the constitutions and Rules of the Congregation of the Visitation Sisters which was juridically erected by bishop endurance based on Gospel values. His compassionate Lavigne on 24th June 1892. Being the founder, he took a heart made him one with everybody. Meek and humble of keen interest to give them a firm spiritual foundation. The heart he considered even his enemies as friends. He was purpose and charism of the foundation of the congregation wise enough to give counsel and advice in spiritual as well was to attain Christian perfection by closely following Jesus as secular matters. Christ through consecrated life, to bear witness to the sweet, humble, and meek love of Jesus by fulfilling God’s will His strength was his utter trust in God: “Not my will, but through consecrated life and apostolic activities, and working yours be done” (Lk 22:42) was his motto. And he accepted for the good of all people especially of women folk through everything that came in life-good or bad with equanimity. education, healing ministry, and other missionary activities. In 1896, he became the Vicar Apostolic of the Vicariate The life of Bishop Makil was firmly anchored on the saving of Changanassery, and in 1911, when a new Vicariate love of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. His devotion to the Apostolic of Kottayam was constituted exclusively for the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Knanaya Catholics, he was transferred to Kottayam as Virgin Mary overflowed into his pastoral letters. The secret of Vicar Apostolic. He died at Kottayam on 26 Jan 1914 and success of his activities was his holiness and deep spirituality. was declared as Servant of God on 26th Jan 2009. Honesty, justice and simplicity were the basic to his lifestyle. Servant of God Bishop Mar Mathew Makil, Pray for us! He was a man of firm faith, deep devotion, kenotic love, and

March 2021 11 speCiaL rePOrT

both the federal and the state governments had promised to help rebuild the church, no aid came. The Archdiocese of Delhi APRIL 2021 undertook the reconstruction two years ago. The church still waits for “a parish clear reason” for the fire, the church official added. Police and others dismissed it the result of electricity short circuit, while others suspected foul play. Present on the occasion Oscar ASHOKroundup PLACE Fernandes, Member of Parliament. Sacred Heart Cathedral Parish Priest: Fr. Lawrence P. R This is “a miracle church and Asst. Parish Priest: Fr. John Britto Xavier it remains a powerful symbol Asst. Parish Priest: Fr. Shinil Jacob of hope,” Fernandes later told Asst. Parish Priest: FAlr AroykiaAkn RAajndA Matters India. th Delhi’s arson-hit Ranjit John, architect of the FelicitationHoly Spirit Church of Archbishop on his 20 church, said he was happy to work Parish Priest: Fr. Jesuraj on the project. “I welcome the Lord. Episcopal Ordination Anniversary church rededicated Come Holy Spirit and sanctify this R. Nihal Pedric Published on: 6:12 pm, January 15, 2017 by: mattersindia.com place of worship,” he prayed while Christmas Tree Celebration speaking to Matters India. The church was opened on December he parishioners of Holy Father John Maria Vianney who in 30, 2001, by then Archbishop Spirit Church, Alaknanda in his inspiring sermon called for all sTaNley KOzhichira aND arul e laNgO Vincent Concessao of Delhi. It Ta yuletide cheer on 8th Jan present to have a daily encounter served as worship place for both 2017 (which coincided with Feast of with Child Jesus and celebrate the ew Delhi: Archbishop reminds our own dedication to the Latin and Syro-Malabar the Epiphany) as they geared up to Christmas Spirit throughout the Anil J T Couto of Delhi on Jesus. We need to be witnesses Catholics living in and around celebrate the ‘Christmas Tree’, an year, in thought, word and action. NJanuary 15 urged Christians of Christ at anytime and Dilshad Garden, one of the largest annual community fiesta, at Don At the cultural event, the SCC units in India to muster courage to face anywhere. Jesus’s heart thirsts residential areas in Delhi. Bosco School, Alaknanda. carols competition emceed Franklin persecution. for the world’s salvation,” Parish priest Father Anthony The celebration of the Holy Mass and Nikita. Adya Binson, a Class “We need the courage to said Archbishop Couto at the Francis said that the burning by Parish Priest Fr. Jesuraj, Assistant I student opened the event with face persecution. It can come rededication Mass that launched of the church was “a blessing Parish Priest Fr. Mukesh, Fr. Jerry, a message on the true spirit of anytime,” the prelate said while the annual parish feast. in disguise” and as the gutted SDB the Administrator Don Bosco Chirstmas. The Catechism students rededicating a church in an Retired Archbishop Vincent M Church enabled his flock to n 11th ofSchool, March, Fr. 2021 Diamond, our Shephered SDB and Most Fr. Rev. Anilof Josephthe parish Thomas performed Couto celebratedthe prayer his eastern extreme of the national Concessao and around 50 priests rebuild with modernity and 20th EpiscopalIllango, OrdinationSJ. The main Anniversary. celebrant was On this occasiondance which Laity, won Religious the first and prize Clergy at theof capital that was gutted in a concelebrated the Mass attended expansion. After the blessing of OArchdiocese of Delhi felicitated Archbishop during the 6.00 pm mass. The mass was mysterious fire more than two by hundreds of people from the tabernacle, Archbishop Couto presided over by His Grace Archbishop Anil and concelebrated by Archbishop Emeritus Vincent years ago. St. Sebastian’s Church various walks of life. handed its key to Father Francis. M Concessao, Fr. Jervis, Fr. Rebello, Fr. Alphonse Shah and many other Priests from the in Dilshad Garden was among Archbishop Couto The Catholic church sits Archdiocese. Immediately after the Holy Eucharistic, a felicitation progrmme was organized on six church institutions in Delhi acknowledged that help to between a Hindu temple and an behalf of Laity, Religious and Clergy. Mr Jennis Francis, read a brief profile of Archbishop and targeted between December rebuild the church came from Orthodox Christian church. Invited laity members to felicitate Archbishop with boutique, shawl and memento. Mr. Remmey 2014 and January 2015. The various sources such as Bombay Alby felicitated Archbishop with a shawl. Mr Oscar Toppo presented a boutique to Archbishop attacks ended suddenly with the Archdiocese, Propagation of Faith, while Mr. Rabinder Toppo, President of the Catholic Association of the Cathedral presented announcement of elections to Nunciature and local sources. him a Memento congratulating Archbishop on his 20th Episcopal Anniversary. Towards the Delhi legislative assembly in The archbishop said the the end the entire congregation stood up and sang ‘There shall be showers of blessing’ and February 2015. Catholic Church is not against prayed for their Shephered. While thanking everyone for their prayers and wishes and for the The attack on the Dilshad anyone, but tries to reach out to felicitation Archbishop Anil requested everyone to pray for him so that he would be able to Garden church on December 1, all irrespective of their religions serve in the vineyard of the Lord for many more years to comes. Toward the end, the community 2014, led to nationwide protests and other differences. gathered outside the Cathedral where Archbishop had cut a cake and interacted with the Parish and drew international attention. An archdiocesan official told Community. “Dedication of the church Matters India that although 12 The Voice of Delhi 14 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 15 speCiaL rePOrT

both the federal and the state governments had promised to help rebuild the church, no aid came. The Archdiocese of Delhi undertook the reconstruction two years ago. The church still waits for “a parish clear reason” for the fire, the church official added. Police and others dismissed it the result of electricity short circuit, while others suspected foul play. Present on the occasion Oscar roundup Fernandes, Member of Parliament. This is “a miracle church and it remains a powerful symbol of hope,” Fernandes later told AlAknAndA Matters India. Delhi’s arson-hit Ranjit John, architect of the Holy Spirit Church church, said he was happy to work Parish Priest: Fr. Jesuraj on the project. “I welcome the Lord. church rededicated Come Holy Spirit and sanctify this Published on: 6:12 pm, January 15, 2017 by: mattersindia.com place of worship,” he prayed while Christmas Tree Celebration speaking to Matters India. The church was opened on December he parishioners of Holy Father John Maria Vianney who in 30, 2001, by then Archbishop Spirit Church, Alaknanda in his inspiring sermon called for all sTaNley KOzhichira aND arul e laNgO Vincent Concessao of Delhi. It Ta yuletide cheer on 8th Jan present to have a daily encounter served as worship place for both 2017 (which coincided with Feast of with Child Jesus and celebrate the ew Delhi: Archbishop reminds our own dedication to the Latin and Syro-Malabar the Epiphany) as they geared up to Christmas Spirit throughout the Anil J T Couto of Delhi on Jesus. We need to be witnesses Catholics living in and around celebrate the ‘Christmas Tree’, an year, in thought, word and action. NJanuary 15 urged Christians of Christ at anytime and Dilshad Garden, one of the largest annual community fiesta, at Don At the cultural event, the SCC units in India to muster courage to face anywhere. Jesus’s heart thirsts residential areas in Delhi. Bosco School, Alaknanda. carols competition emceed Franklin persecution. for the world’s salvation,” Parish priest Father Anthony The celebration of the Holy Mass and Nikita. Adya Binson, a Class “We need the courage to said Archbishop Couto at the Francis said that the burning by Parish Priest Fr. Jesuraj, Assistant I student opened the event with face persecution. It can come rededication Mass that launched of the church was “a blessing Parish Priest Fr. Mukesh, Fr. Jerry, a message on the true spirit of anytime,” the prelate said while the annual parish feast. in disguise” and as the gutted SDB the Administrator Don Bosco Chirstmas. The Catechism students rededicating a church in an Retired Archbishop Vincent M Church enabled his flock to School, Fr. Diamond, SDB and Fr. of the parish performed the prayer eastern extreme of the national Concessao and around 50 priests rebuild with modernity and Illango, SJ. The main celebrant was dance which won the first prize at the capital that was gutted in a concelebrated the Mass attended expansion. After the blessing of mysterious fire more than two by hundreds of people from the tabernacle, Archbishop Couto years ago. St. Sebastian’s Church various walks of life. handed its key to Father Francis. in Dilshad Garden was among Archbishop Couto The Catholic church sits six church institutions in Delhi acknowledged that help to between a Hindu temple and an targeted between December rebuild the church came from Orthodox Christian church. 2014 and January 2015. The various sources such as Bombay attacks ended suddenly with the Archdiocese, Propagation of Faith, announcement of elections to Nunciature and local sources. the Delhi legislative assembly in The archbishop said the February 2015. Catholic Church is not against The attack on the Dilshad anyone, but tries to reach out to Garden church on December 1, all irrespective of their religions 2014, led to nationwide protests and other differences. and drew international attention. An archdiocesan official told “Dedication of the church Matters India that although March 2021 13 14 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 15 parish roundup fAPebruaryRIL 2021 2017 Feast of St. Joseph celebrated at Cathedral R. Nihal Pedric defence colony nArelA PrAsAd nAgAr rohini PArish n 19th of March, 2021, the Sacred St. Luke’sHeart Church Cathedral community St. John Mary Vianney Church St. Michael Church The Church of Resurrection OParish Priest:celebrated Fr.James the Peter“Solemnity Raj of St. Parish Priest: Fr. Kulandai Swami Parish Priest: Fr. Arthur R. Pinto Parish Priest: Fr.Ivan Madtha Asst.Joseph, Parish Spouse Priests: of the Fr.Balaraju Blessed Virgin Anthony Mary”. Swami, Fr.Vijay Kullu Asst. Parish Priests: Fr. Umesh Ekka Asst. Parish Priests: Fr. Balraj L The 6 pm Mass was offered by His grace Christmas FeastArchbishop Anilof J. epiphany T. Couto. As a preparation and christmas day Altar Servers Day at to celebrate the feast, novena to St. Joseph ◗ Ms. Anjali Thomas Day christmaswas conducted from tree16th to 18 thcelebration of March, Prasad nagar after the 6 pm Mass. Many Parishioners ◗ C.M. Thomas ◗took Rosmin part Sin Maria the Eucharistic celebration and Celebrations n Sunday, 27 November 2016 we celebrated Altar Servers Day. The received Blessing of St. Joseph. It may be he St. Luke’s Church by different associations of parish. Eucharistic celebration began with a short introduction on the life of St. recalled that Holy Father Pope Francis has at Rohini celebrated the feast of Fathers, Brothers and Catechism John Berchmans, the Patron Saint of the Altar Servers. The Holy Mass also proclaimed a “Year of St. Joseph” from O Epiphany and Christmas tree teachers also conducted a few presided over by Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto. The introduction, readings and prayer as T8th December 2020 to 8th December 2021. Parish on 8th January, 2017. Bi-lingual Holy games, much to the surprise of the well as prayer for faithful were done by the Altar Servers. Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto, From 19th March onwards, the Cathedral ◗ Vanessa Lobo Mass concelebrated by Fr. Mathew parishioners. For the Christmas tree the Parish Priest said, “Serving at the altar is a special privilege", given to them community started praying the “Prayer to Koyical. Fr. James Peter Raj (Parish celebrations, the catechism students by the Church. The closer you are to the altar, the more you will remember to St. Joseph” after every Mass. “Hail, Guardian Priest), Fr. Vijay Kullu &, Fr. Balaraju were presented with beautiful gifts speak with Jesus in daily prayer; the more you will be nourished by the word of the Redeemer, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Swami (Assistant Parish Priests) but also the toddlers were given and the body of the Lord." It is considered to be the first step towards becoming Mary. To you God entrusted his only Son; in you and Fr. Amit (Nepal Province) also small presents. Also, the lucky draw priests and religious to serve the Lord and His people. He also exhorted the Mary placed her trust; with you Christ became man. Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself a father and guide us in the path of life. concelebrated the holy mass. After for Christmas Hamper was drawn t. John Mary Vianney church parents to inspire and encourage their children to join the Altar Servers Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage, and defend us from every evil. Amen.” the Mass, the fair was declared open and the prizes were conferred to two celebrated the birth of Association and render their valuable service at the altar. After the church byPalm the Fr. James Sunday Peter Raj, There at Sacredlucky winners, Heart we’re Cathedralkeeping their SJesus Christ, our Saviour on announcement, Rev. Fr. Arthur felicitated them and gave away Certificates. He were food and games stalls organized names a secret for security purpose. 24th December, 2016. The Holy thanked all those who actively involved themselves, especially Sr. Stella Lobo R. Nihal Pedric Eucharist was celebrated by Rev. and Mrs. Teresa George, the animators of Altar Servers. he season Lent has been a Fr. Pradeep. His homily centred, season of grace for all of us. in the message of love and care On 28th March, 2021, the holy T towards each other. Reminding Thanksgiving Get-together at Week celebration began with Palm the parishioners that Christmas Sunday. Unlike the previous years, the St. Michael’s, Prasad Nagar is not just about decorations he Church of Resurrection celebration of Palm Sunday this year is and exchange of gifts but it is a n Saturday, January 14, 2017, games anchored Ms. Aparna Babu a celebrated its parish a unique one. Because of the prevailing time for us to prepare our hearts St. Michael’s Church, Prasad number of prizes were announced Christmas Day on Sunday situation due to Covid-19 Pandemic, O T to welcome the Baby Jesus into Nagar held thanksgiving get- and presented by Mr Rajan George, January 08, 2017. Parish Priest, and as per the guidelines issued by our lives anew each year. The together function at 7.00 p.m. Vice President, Parish Council. Fr. Fr.Ivan Madtha, celebrated the Government, strict enforcement celebrant through his melodious at the Church Complex for the Arthur expressed heartfelt thanks to mass. The choir along with the of Government Guidelines have been singing inspired all of us to members of Parish Council, Catholic one and all for their whole-hearted congregation added to the bliss by ensured such as wearing of face masks, celebrate Christmas with joy and Association, Vincent De Paul, collaboration and support extended singing beautiful hymns and carols hand hygiene and social distancing reconciliation with one another. Youth, Mahila Samaj, Legion of throughout the year 2016 in the to mark the Feast of the Epiphany. during the services. His Grace Anil J.T. Couto, the Archbishop of Delhi, celebrated the 9.00 am mass in which many priests The ecstatic parishioners made Mary, Religious and Altar Servers. church activities. Encouraging the The mass concluded with prize from the Cathedral compound were concelebrants. There was no procession carrying the palms this year. Palms have been merry and danced on the beats of Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto inaugurated parishioners to continue to raise the distribution of all the activities blessed inside the Church. The congregation came for the Palm Sunday services participated with devotion and piety. After mandar in celebration. the get-together. Amid fun and power of community through 2017. conducted, the children were each service, the entire church has been sanitized completely and people were allowed entry only after thermal scanning New Year 2017 and the Feast awarded prizes and certificates. and hand sanitizing. of Our Lady at the thanksgiving Fr.Ivan conducted an innovative adoration on 31st December, 2016. ‘sector-wise’game which served a The Christmas tree on 8th January, double benefit; firstly to improve 2017, tastefully arranged by Rev the bonding between people living St. Luke’s Youth Group Fr Umesh Ekka, Sr Rajni and Sr in the same or nearby sectors and Anupa, where every parishioner secondly to elect a member who outh Choir participated in two most coveted contests at the regardless of their age participated would represent them at the New Ydiocese, ‘Cathedral Bells’ and ‘Gloria’ (Syro-Malabar Carol singing and won exciting goodies. The Parish Council to be formed. competition). The Choir bagged 2nd Position in “Cathedral Bells 2016” day, a celebration of one family in Games conducted for the kids and ‘Gloria’ under the leadership and guidance of the choir master Jibin Christ Jesus. Cheers to a beautiful by the parish youth and food stalls George. beginning of the New Year 2017. put up by &for the parishioners 14 The Voice of Delhi God Bless us all! added excitement to the event.

18 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 19 ALAKNANDA Holy Spirit Church Parish Priest: Fr. Jesu Raj Asst. Parish Priest: Fr. Mukesh Damor Farewell to Fr. Mukesh International Women’s Damor, Assistant Parish Day Celebration Priest Julie Allwyn Vice-President, Women’s Council Catherine Jojo Secretary, Parish Council “SHE OPENS HER HAND TO THE POOR AND REACHES th n 28 Feb, 2021 parishioners of Holy Spirit Church, OUT HER HAND TO THE NEEDY” PSALM 31 Alaknanda bid adieu to Rev. Fr. Mukesh Damor. he International Women’s Day was celebrated at OFr. Mukesh belongs to Udaipur diocese and was born The Holy Spirit Church, Alaknanda on 7th March, in Jhabua District, Madhya Pradesh. He completed his studies T2021 with great pomp and enthusiasm during the in Philosophy from Varanasi and Theology from Pune. He English Mass. Fr. Joseph (SSP)was the main celebrant th joined our parish on 10 Oct, 2016 and during his tenure of and he talked on the challenges women faced in this five years with our parish, he completed his education in Law. pandemic and emphasized on the fact that given their After serving as the Assistant Parish Priest at Holy Spirit unending might and courage, women have been called Church, Alaknanda for the past five years Fr. Mukesh Damor, as missionaries of Christ. will now continue to serve the Lord as a priest in his parent To mark this day, the women of the parish were dressed diocese at Udaipur. in a purple attire and were felicitated with a pink rose The parishioners conveyed their gratitude by presenting badgethat symbolized strength and power. Further him with a momentum and gifts as a token of their love on, the mass was animated by the Women Council, the and respect for him. Fr. Mukesh also specially blessed the highlight of which was a heartwarming presentation Catechism children of the parish and prayed over them. during the prayers of the faithful which depicted how Fr. Mukesh has been actively working with youth and under Jesus has and will always be a pillar of strength for his guidance the choir grewleaps and bounds. The ladies women who lay their trust in him. group also expressed themselves by singing a beautiful song Thereafter, a fun-filled gathering was organized by for Father. the Women’s Council which witnessed a footfall of We wish Father Mukesh the very best in all his future over 35+ women joining together in the celebration of endeavours. May almighty God keep him in the hollow of His this auspicious day. The event began with the lighting palm and bless him with wisdom and good health. of the lamp by Rev. Fr. Jesuraj, the parish priest, who alongside this endowed his choicest blessings on all women parishioners. This was followed by a round of ‘tambola’ and light snacks that were savored by all. In conclusion, the entire event was conducted successfully and indeed touched the hearts of every woman present.

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HAUZ KHAS Gooddefence Shepherd c Churcholony nArelA PrAsAd nAgAr rohini PArish Parish Priest: Fr. James Peter Raj St.Asst. Luke’s Parish Priest: Church Fr. Balraju Philomin St. John Mary Vianney Church St. Michael Church The Church of Resurrection Parish Priest: Fr.James Peter Raj Parish Priest: Fr. Kulandai Swami Parish Priest: Fr. Arthur R. Pinto Parish Priest: Fr.Ivan Madtha Asst. Parish Priests: Fr.Balaraju Anthony Swami, Fr.Vijay Kullu Asst. Parish Priests: Fr. Umesh Ekka Asst. Parish Priests: Fr. Balraj L Lenten preparation and Pilgrimage trip to Ish Vatika Christmas FeastRose Mary Peter of epiphany and christmas day Altar Servers Day at th March, Fr. James had organized a half day retreat ◗ Ms. Anjali Thomas Prasad nagar Day christmasand recollection tree for Parish celebration Council Members and SCC Animators which had been long tabulated in the things ◗ C.M. Thomas 7◗ Rosmin S Maria Celebrations to do list of our parish work. The preacher for the day was Fr. n Sunday, 27 November 2016 we celebrated Altar Servers Day. The Jais Assariparambil,he St. Luke’s Church who very well madeby the different day interesting associations of parish. Eucharistic celebration began with a short introduction on the life of St. at Rohini and refreshedcelebrated our theminds, feast heart of and spirit Fathers,how to carry Brothers church and Catechism OJohn Berchmans, the Patron Saint of the Altar Servers. The Holy Mass TactivitiesEpiphany according and to Christmas Cannon Law tree fostering teachers Love andalso faithconducted in a few presided over by Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto. The introduction, readings and prayer as Parish ouron 8th communities January, 2017. and providingBi-lingual assistance Holy games, to the parishmuch topriest, the surprise of the well as prayer for faithful were done by the Altar Servers. Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto, ◗ Vanessa Lobo inMass church, concelebrated in our areas, by inFr. our Mathew communities parishioners. and in our families For the Christmas tree the Parish Priest said, “Serving at the altar is a special privilege", given to them andKoyical. the largerFr. James family Peter at theRaj Diocesan(Parish Level. celebrations, One point theFr. Jaiscatechism students by the Church. The closer you are to the altar, the more you will remember to laidPriest), emphasis, Fr. Vijay which Kullu I would &, Fr. likeBalaraju to high lightwere as presented it touched with me, beautiful gifts speak with Jesus in daily prayer; the more you will be nourished by the word wasSwami to tell(Assistant your children Parish thatPriests) “Yesu mera butRakshak also the hai” toddlers (Jesus were given and the body of the Lord." It is considered to be the first step towards becoming Christand Fr. is Amit my Saviour),(Nepal Province) he also also mentioned small that presents.you may evenAlso, the lucky draw priests and religious to serve the Lord and His people. He also exhorted the writeconcelebrated it on a slip the of holy paper mass. and Afterkeep it underfor the Christmas pillow of Hamper your was drawn t. John Mary Vianney church parents to inspire and encourage their children to join the Altar Servers childrenthe Mass, and the miracles fair was would declared happen, open believeand me the I prizeswrote itwere and conferred to two celebrated the birth of Association and render their valuable service at the altar. After the church keptby the under Fr. James the pillow Peter ofRaj, my There daughter andlucky son. winners, Somehow we’re my keeping their SJesus Christ, our Saviour on announcement, Rev. Fr. Arthur felicitated them and gave away Certificates. He sonwere could food fetchand games the slip stalls and organizedhe mentioned names mummy a secret you would for security purpose. 24th December, 2016. The Holy thanked all those who actively involved themselves, especially Sr. Stella Lobo have told by the preacher to do so. Yes it was a testimony for Eucharist was celebrated by Rev. and Mrs. Teresa George, the animators of Altar Servers. me miracles are happening in the lives of my children. If you Fr. Pradeep. His homily centred, take one step forward for church work to be done by you, you in the message of love and care are Blessed ten steps by God. The Retreat was completed by towards each other. Reminding Thanksgiving Get-together at small Adoration followed by Lunch. We all had a wonderful the parishioners that Christmas St. Michael’s, Prasad Nagar experience. is not just about decorations he Church of Resurrection 9th March, was a blessed day for Fr. James as he was celebrating and exchange of gifts but it is a n Saturday, January 14, 2017, games anchored Ms. Aparna Babu a celebrated its parish his birthday. Many people came to wish Fr, James, the Parish time for us to prepare our hearts OSt. Michael’s Church, Prasad number of prizes were announced TChristmas Day on Sunday Council members also congratulated Fr. James. We all had Cake to welcome the Baby Jesus into Nagar held thanksgiving get- and presented by Mr Rajan George, January 08, 2017. Parish Priest, Cutting ceremony in the evening, offered boutique and a token our lives anew each year. The together function at 7.00 p.m. Vice President, Parish Council. Fr. Fr.Ivan Madtha, celebrated gift of our love. Fr. James and Fr. Balraj had organized very celebrant through his melodious at the Church Complex for the Arthur expressed heartfelt thanks to mass. The choir along with the tasty refreshments for us. It was a day of enjoyment spending singing inspired all of us to members of Parish Council, Catholic one and all for their whole-hearted congregation added to the bliss by time with our both Servant of God. God Bless Fr. James, Fr. celebrate Christmas with joy and Association, Vincent De Paul, collaboration and support extended singing beautiful hymns and carols Balraj and our parish community abundantly. reconciliation with one another. Youth, Mahila Samaj, Legion of throughout the year 2016 in the to mark the Feast of the Epiphany. The ecstatic parishioners made Mary, Religious and Altar Servers. church activities. Encouraging the The mass concluded with prize th 14 March, Fr. James and Fr. Balraj had organized pilgrim trip merry and danced on the beats of Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto inaugurated parishioners to continue to raise the distribution of all the activities meditating on Stations of the Cross in three Churches. The mandar in celebration. the get-together. Amid fun and power of community through 2017. conducted, the children were first church was visit to St. Lourdes, Dwarka Church where we New Year 2017 and the Feast awarded prizes and certificates. reflected and prayed on the first 5 Stations of the Cross, and of Our Lady at the thanksgiving Fr.Ivan conducted an innovative then routed to Don Bosco Church at Najafgarh reflected and adoration on 31st December, 2016. ‘sector-wise’game which served a th th prayed on the 6 to 10 Station. The last route was to visit ISH The Christmas tree on 8th January, double benefit; firstly to improve VATIKA, Morning Star Church, in Najafgarh, a little heaven on 2017, tastefully arranged by Rev the bonding between people living Earth,St. a real sourceLuke’s of spiritual nourishment Youth for all visitors Group but Fr Umesh Ekka, Sr Rajni and Sr in the same or nearby sectors and in silence only. Anupa, where every parishioner secondly to elect a member who Ish Vatikaouth is Choir one participatedof the best, in most two mostblessed coveted Church contests on the at the regardless of their age participated would represent them at the New suburbsYdiocese, of Delhi. ‘Cathedral As you enterBells’ the and small ‘Gloria’ Church (Syro-Malabar in the form Carol singing and won exciting goodies. The Parish Council to be formed. of Star,competition). your heart The is overwhelmed Choir bagged by2nd the Position Love and in “CathedralDivinity of Bells 2016” day, a celebration of one family in Games conducted for the kids and ‘Gloria’ under the leadership and guidance of the choir master Jibin Christ Jesus. Cheers to a beautiful by the parish youth and food stalls George. beginning of the New Year 2017. put up by &for the parishioners 16 The Voice of Delhi God Bless us all! added excitement to the event.

18 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 19 the Lord and your spirit is blended with nature and God’s divine power. This Holy sanctified place moves you into a different world. After reflecting and praying on 11th to 14th Station, Fr. Stanely Kozhichira welcomed our group and in very humble and simple tone asked us to sit in silence in front of the Lord, talk to nature and experience the love of God. Fr. Stanley explained that church is made in the form of Star and the tabernacle is like a Crown of Stars symbol of Mother Mary. We wanted to have small adoration, but Fr. Stanely suggested just remain in silence and speaking to God, as St. Teresa says just give 15 minutes of your whole hearted time every day to Jesus and she will take us to heaven.

Ish Vatika is a very peaceful place, far from madding crowd no noise no traffic in the midst of green area. This is a very good initiative of the Diocese under the leadership of Arch Bishop Anil and assistance of Fr. Stanely. This place is more for meditation purpose, with small huts named Jeevan Vrish, Tree of Life for staying and spending quality time with nature and God, a heart touching, sacred and very divine place of worship. Fr. Stanley has kept few pets, birds etc. A plant for Solar Energy and water purification is also under operation through the hard work of Fr. Stanely. It is a request to every Catholic Church to visit Ish Vatika once in their lives and you would be enlightened to visit Ish Vatika more often. Praise be the Lord for this beautiful church. The day was concluded having late lunch and photo sessions. We all felt very happy and blessed during this Lenten Season to have this wonderful pilgrim trip to three churches and most especially the Ish Vatika. Lot of work needs to be done in Ish Vatika and we seek heavenly father’s blessing to complete all the tasks of Fr. Stanely and the Vision of Arch Bishop Anil.

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Mayur Vihar Motherdefence of Perpetual colony Succour nArelA PrAsAd nAgAr rohini PArish Parish Priest: Fr. Jose TJ St. Luke’s Church St. John Mary Vianney Church St. Michael Church The Church of Resurrection Parish Priest: Fr.James Peter Raj Parish Priest: Fr. Kulandai Swami Parish Priest: Fr. Arthur R. Pinto Parish Priest: Fr.Ivan Madtha Asst.Mother Parish Priests: of Fr.Balaraju Perpetual Anthony Swami, Succour Fr.Vijay Kullu Church, HonouredAsst. Parish Priests: “Corona Fr. Umesh Ekka Asst. Parish Priests: Fr. Balraj L Christmas FeastWarriors” of epiphany and christmas day Altar Servers Day at Mrs. Tresa Mark ◗ Ms. Anjali Thomas Prasad nagar Day christmasth tree celebration n 28 February 2021, Parish Community honoured 27 ◗ C.M. Thomas Celebrations ◗ RosminCorona S Maria Warriors of our Parish. The day started with solemn n Sunday, 27 November 2016 we celebrated Altar Servers Day. The candle light procession, followed by Holy Eucharistic Ohe St. Luke’s Church by different associations of parish. Eucharistic celebration began with a short introduction on the life of St. Celebration by Rev. Fr. Jose T.J. at 9 am. The liturgy of the day was at Rohini celebrated the feast of Fathers, Brothers and Catechism John Berchmans, the Patron Saint of the Altar Servers. The Holy Mass well animated by Legion of Mary and St. Vincent De Paul members. O Epiphany and Christmas tree teachers also conducted a few presided over by Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto. The introduction, readings and prayer as TDuring Mass in his unique homily, our inspiring leader Fr. Jose T.J. Parish on 8th January, 2017. Bi-lingual Holy games, much to the surprise of the well as prayer for faithful were done by the Altar Servers. Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto, stood in between the Corona Warriors and compared the service of ◗ Vanessa Lobo Mass concelebrated by Fr. Mathew parishioners. For the Christmas tree the Parish Priest said, “Serving at the altar is a special privilege", given to them Police Force to that of Prophet Moses and Medical staff to Prophet Koyical. Fr. James Peter Raj (Parish celebrations, the catechism students by the Church. The closer you are to the altar, the more you will remember to Elijah, highlighting the day’s Gospel. Priest), Fr. Vijay Kullu &, Fr. Balaraju were presented with beautiful gifts speak with Jesus in daily prayer; the more you will be nourished by the word These brave Covid Warriors stood strong during this pandemic. Swami (Assistant Parish Priests) but also the toddlers were given and the body of the Lord." It is considered to be the first step towards becoming The parish priest and the entire community appreciated, thanked and Fr. Amit (Nepal Province) also small presents. Also, the lucky draw priests and religious to serve the Lord and His people. He also exhorted the and honoured their dedicated service, as they are continuing concelebrated the holy mass. After for Christmas Hamper was drawn t. John Mary Vianney church parents to inspire and encourage their children to join the Altar Servers Jesus’ mission of redemption. The Corona warriors administered the Mass, the fair was declared open and the prizes were conferred to two celebrated the birth of Association and render their valuable service at the altar. After the church beautiful oath to the parish community that we all may do our level best to love and serve others in every possible way to by the Fr. James Peter Raj, There lucky winners, we’re keeping their Jesus Christ, our Saviour on announcement, Rev. Fr. Arthur felicitated them and gave away Certificates. He become a Covid Warrior following the path of Jesus, which is the need of the hour. TheS Parish Priest honoured them with were food and games stalls organized names a secret for security purpose. 24th December, 2016. The Holy thanked all those who actively involved themselves, especially Sr. Stella Lobo Certificates of Appreciation and Rosaries as a token of gratitude. The parish choir sang melodious patriotic song dedicated Eucharist was celebrated by Rev. and Mrs. Teresa George, the animators of Altar Servers. to Corona Warriors. Fr. Pradeep. His homily centred, At the end, Legion of Mary and St. Vincent De Paul members arranged snacks for Corona Warriors. in the message of love and care Thanksgiving Get-together at Palam towards each other. Reminding the parishioners that Christmas St. John's Church St. Michael’s, Prasad Nagar is not just about decorations he Church of Resurrection Parish Priest: Fr. Aires Furtado and exchange of gifts but it is a n Saturday, January 14, 2017, games anchored Ms. Aparna Babu a celebrated its parish Asst. Priest: fr. Aloysius V. R time for us to prepare our hearts OSt. Michael’s Church, Prasad number of prizes were announced TChristmas Day on Sunday to welcome the Baby Jesus into Nagar held thanksgiving get- and presented by Mr Rajan George, January 08, 2017. Parish Priest, Lenten Pilgrimage our lives anew each year. The together function at 7.00 p.m. Vice President, Parish Council. Fr. Fr.Ivan Madtha, celebrated Ms. Margaret David celebrant through his melodious at the Church Complex for the Arthur expressed heartfelt thanks to mass. The choir along with the singing inspired all of us to members of Parish Council, Catholic one and all for their whole-hearted congregation added to the bliss by n 13th March early morning around 160 parishioners celebrate Christmas with joy and Association, Vincent De Paul, collaboration and support extended singing beautiful hymns and carols from St. John’s Parish, Palam along with Fr. Aires reconciliation with one another. Youth, Mahila Samaj, Legion of throughout the year 2016 in the to mark the Feast of the Epiphany. Furtado and Fr. Aloysious set out on a Lenten O The ecstatic parishioners made Mary, Religious and Altar Servers. church activities. Encouraging the The mass concluded with prize pilgrimage to visit the Missions in Haryana. Under the merry and danced on the beats of Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto inaugurated parishioners to continue to raise the distribution of all the activities guidance of Fr. Aires we visited Navjyoti Friary and Vinay mandar in celebration. the get-together. Amid fun and power of community through 2017. conducted, the children were Hriday Sadan, Bawal; St. Joseph Vaz Oratory, Dharukheda New Year 2017 and the Feast awarded prizes and certificates. and Yesu Ashram, Bilaspur. Aires led us into the holy andof Ourmissionary Lady at lifethe ofthanksgiving St. Joseph Vaz, Fr.Ivan conducted an innovative Our first visit was at Navjyoti Friary, Bawal where we the apostle to Sri Lanka. adoration on 31st December, 2016. ‘sector-wise’game which served a were accorded a warm welcome by the Capuchin Fathers. After our lunch we proceededThe to Christmas Yesu Ashram, tree on Bilaspur 8th January, where double benefit; firstly to improve The Superior Fr. Leo guided the pilgrims around the Eco- Fr. Anil Valder was waiting2017, to welcoming tastefully arrangedus. We participated by Rev the bonding between people living Spirituality Formation Friary where we prayed around the in the Holy Mass celebratedFr by Umesh our Parish Ekka, Priest Sr Rajni along and with Sr Fr. in the same or nearby sectors and statueSt. of St. FrancisLuke’s of Assisi while Sr.Youth Genorosa provided Group Anil and Fr. Aloysious. In hisAnupa, homily, where Fr. every Aires parishioner unearthed for secondly to elect a member who us with all the facilities for our breakfast. outh Choir participated in two most coveted contestsus at the the meaning and purposeregardless of Lenten of Pilgrimage. their age participated We enjoyed would represent them at the New At YSt. Josephdiocese, Vaz ‘Cathedral Oratory, Bells’ Dharukheda and ‘Gloria’ we (Syro-Malabarprayed the a gameCarol sinof tambolaging garnishedand with won hilarious exciting goodies.jokes of TheFr. Aires. Parish Council to be formed. Stationscompetition). of the cross The aroundChoir bagged the life 2nd sized Position stations in of“Cathedral the After Bells tea and2016” snacks we proceededday, a celebration back to Delhi. of one Indeed family we inare Games conducted for the kids crossand statues ‘Gloria’ erected under thearound leadership the Oratory and guidance complex. of theFr. choirblessed mas toter have Jibin a great spiritualChrist experience. Jesus. Cheers to a beautiful by the parish youth and food stalls George. beginning of the New Year 2017. put up by &for the parishioners 18 The Voice of Delhi God Bless us all! added excitement to the event.

18 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 19 R.K PURAM St. Thomas Church Parish Priest: Fr. Maria Susai Asst. Parish Priest: Fr. Jardis Nazareth Asst. Parish Priest: Fr. Geo Jacob A Day of Prayers and Blessings Rose Mary

ucharist celebration on 28th February 2021 was dedicated for all the Catechism children, Eespecially for those appearing for the Board Exams. Children above ten years and their parents participated in the celebrations. Rev. Fr. Maria Susai celebrated the Eucharist for all. He interacted with the children and exhorted them to experience the love of God. He explained very beautifully that God experience will give us tremendous energy to our lives. The students of classes X & XII animated the liturgy. Every child took part the offertory procession and presented themselves to the Lord. After the mass sisters of Carmel Convent interacted with senior students and spoke to them on the sacrament of ' Holy Orders.' A Power Point presentation was shown on the life of Sr.Veronica, the founder of Apostolic Carmel Congregation. Sisters Elica, Roshni and Manjula shared with children how each one of them responded to God's call and chose their vocation. They encouraged the children to recognize God and respond to His call. It was a day of blessings and God experience for every one.

Nishtha Xalxo was Honoured Rose Mary

Nishtha Xalxo, a class IX student of our parish was honoured, for her achievements in the Parish and Diocesan level exams during the year 2019 - 2020. The following are her achievements  Secured 1st position in the creative writing competition organized as a part of Extraordinary missionary month.  2nd position in the Diocesan level catechism exam.  2nd position in the Inter Parish Bible Quiz competition.

 2nd position in the Annual Parish level Catechism exam.

She was felicitated during the mass. The Parish community is proud of her.

March 2021 19 parish roundup fAPebruaryRIL 2021 2017

Rohini Churchdefence of the cResurrectionolony nArelA PrAsAd nAgAr rohini PArish Parish Priest: Fr. Ivan Madtha St. Luke’s Church St. John Mary Vianney Church St. Michael Church The Church of Resurrection ParishReport: Priest: Fr.James Women’s Peter Raj Day Celebration 2021 Parish Priest: Fr. Kulandai Swami Parish Priest: Fr. Arthur R. Pinto Parish Priest: Fr.Ivan Madtha Asst. Parish Priests: Fr.Balaraju Anthony Swami, Fr.Vijay Kullu Asst. Parish Priests: Fr. Umesh Ekka Asst. Parish Priests: Fr. Balraj L Belmera Lobo Christmas Feast“If your eyes ofare positive,you epiphany will love the and world. But if your tongue is positive, the world willchristmas love you” -Mother Teresa day Altar Servers Day at ◗ Ms. Anjali Thomas Prasad nagar Day christmasn 14th March 2021, tree the Church celebration of Resurrection, Rohini celebrated Women’s Day with much fervor and enthusiasm. ◗ C.M. Thomas ◗ Rosmin S Maria Celebrations As it is rightly said by Mother Teresa, a woman’s love is in action. She looks with her heart and feels with her eyes. n Sunday, 27 November 2016 we celebrated Altar Servers Day. The OA woman is the bank where her family deposits all anger, worries and hurt. A woman is the cement that keeps her he St. Luke’s Church by different associations of parish. Eucharistic celebration began with a short introduction on the life of St. at Rohini family celebratedtogether and the her feast love of lasts a lifetime.Fathers, That is Brothers why it is ofand paramount Catechism importance that she is in constant touch with the John Berchmans, the Patron Saint of the Altar Servers. The Holy Mass Lord and Mother Mary. Daily family prayer should be the central force which will help sustain everyone from the onslaught O Epiphany and Christmas tree teachers also conducted a few presided over by Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto. The introduction, readings and prayer as Parish Tof jealousy, hatred, anger and rejection. on 8th January, 2017. Bi-lingual Holy games, much to the surprise of the well as prayer for faithful were done by the Altar Servers. Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto, ◗ Vanessa Lobo MassAn introduction concelebrated given by by Fr. Mrs. Mathew Sunita Minzparishioners. was followed Forby the the readings Christmas done tree by Mrs. Belmera Lobo and Mrs. Sujata and the the Parish Priest said, “Serving at the altar is a special privilege", given to them Koyical.Psalm was Fr. beautifully James Peter sung Raj by(Parish Mrs. Babita.celebrations, An enlightening the catechism speech was students given by Dr.Felton and an inspiring homily by our by the Church. The closer you are to the altar, the more you will remember to Priest),dear Parish Fr. VijayPriest Kullu Fr. Ivan &, Fr.Madtha. Balaraju Mrs. Lilammawere presented and Mrs. with Jenny beautiful D’mello gifts thanked the Mahila Sangh for their participation speak with Jesus in daily prayer; the more you will be nourished by the word Swamiand encouraged (Assistant more Parish women Priests) from the parishbut also to join the the toddlers association. were given The altar was aptly decorated for the occasionby the and the body of the Lord." It is considered to be the first step towards becoming andSisters Fr. fromAmit the(Nepal Helpers Province) of Jesus also and Mr. Arick.small presents. Also, the lucky draw priests and religious to serve the Lord and His people. He also exhorted the concelebrated the holy mass. After for Christmas Hamper was drawn t. John Mary Vianney church parents to inspire and encourage their children to join the Altar Servers The solemn mass, interspersed with melodious singing, came to an end with sumptuous snacks and tea served by the the Mass, the fair was declared open and the prizes were conferred to two celebrated the birth of Association and render their valuable service at the altar. After the church Mahila Sangh to everyone present. by the Fr. James Peter Raj, There lucky winners, we’re keeping their SJesus Christ, our Saviour on announcement, Rev. Fr. Arthur felicitated them and gave away Certificates. He were food and games stalls organized names a secret for security purpose. 24th December, 2016. The Holy thanked all those who actively involved themselves, especially Sr. Stella Lobo Sonipat Eucharist was celebrated by Rev. and Mrs. Teresa George, the animators of Altar Servers. St. Jude’s Church Fr. Pradeep. His homily centred, Parish Priest: Fr. Kulandai Samy in the message of love and care Asst. Priest : Fr. Sampath Kumar towards each other. Reminding Thanksgiving Get-together at the parishioners that Christmas St. Michael’s, Prasad Nagar is not just about decorations he Church of Resurrection Pastoral Visit in St. Jude’s Parish and exchange of gifts but it is a n Saturday, January 14, 2017, games anchored Ms. Aparna Babu a celebrated its parish time for us to prepare our hearts OSt. Michael’s Church, Prasad number of prizes were announced TChristmas Day on Sunday to welcome the Baby Jesus into Nagar held thanksgiving get- and presented by Mr Rajan George, January 08, 2017. Parish Priest, th March, 2021 was an auspicious day for the members of St. Jude’s Parish as our Archbishop our lives anew each year. The together function at 7.00 p.m. Vice President, Parish Council. Fr. Fr.Ivan Madtha, celebrated Anil J.T Couto visited our parish for a pastoral visit. On the same day, he spent the evening with celebrant through his melodious at the Church Complex for the Arthur expressed heartfelt thanks to mass. The choir along with the parish members by partaking in ‘way of the cross’ prayer followed by holy mass. His holiness 5 singing inspired all of us to members of Parish Council, Catholic one and all for their whole-hearted congregation added to the bliss by very well explained the importance of love and forgiveness in our lives as Christians, not just in the celebrate Christmas with joy and Association, Vincent De Paul, collaboration and support extended singing beautiful hymns and carols season of lent but all throughout. reconciliation with one another. Youth, Mahila Samaj, Legion of throughout the year 2016 in the to mark the Feast of the Epiphany. At the end of the mass Ms. Reshmi Secretary of parish council thanked bishop on behalfThe of ecstatic all the parishioners made Mary, Religious and Altar Servers. church activities. Encouraging the The mass concluded with prize parish members; for his presence, love and care. And Cynthia presented a plant as a tokenmerry of and love danced on the beats of Rev. Fr. Arthur Pinto inaugurated parishioners to continue to raise the distribution of all the activities and respect. mandar in celebration. the get-together. Amid fun and power of community through 2017. conducted, the children were New Year 2017 and the Feast awarded prizes and certificates. of Our Lady at the thanksgiving Fr.Ivan conducted an innovative adoration on 31st December, 2016. ‘sector-wise’game which served a The Christmas tree on 8th January, double benefit; firstly to improve 2017, tastefully arranged by Rev the bonding between people living St. Luke’s Youth Group Fr Umesh Ekka, Sr Rajni and Sr in the same or nearby sectors and Anupa, where every parishioner secondly to elect a member who outh Choir participated in two most coveted contests at the regardless of their age participated would represent them at the New Ydiocese, ‘Cathedral Bells’ and ‘Gloria’ (Syro-Malabar Carol singing and won exciting goodies. The Parish Council to be formed. competition). The Choir bagged 2nd Position in “Cathedral Bells 2016” day, a celebration of one family in Games conducted for the kids and ‘Gloria’ under the leadership and guidance of the choir master Jibin Christ Jesus. Cheers to a beautiful by the parish youth and food stalls George. beginning of the New Year 2017. put up by &for the parishioners 20 The Voice of Delhi God Bless us all! added excitement to the event.

18 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 19 Vasant Kunj St. Alphonsa's Church Parish Priest: Fr. Fredrick D' Souza Asst. Parish Priest:Fr. Joseph Amalraj Women’s Day Celebration Fr. Freddie

omen’s day celebration was organised by Vasant Kunj Parish. Ms. Leeza Joseph Wfrom Caritas India was the resource person. To understand the stereotype among the participants, they were divided into women, boys and girls groups. The participants came up with roles and responsibilities as understood by the society, culture and tradition. For example some said family is taken care by the men, takes up the job to care for the family, boys work hard, women cook food, girls have less freedom, they are more sensitive, women give up their desire for the family and they care for others etc. It was interesting to know how all of us are conditioned through our culture, up bringing and culture.

A short movie “Muskan” on gender stereotype and gender construction was shown to theparticipants. After which there was discussion which helped them to reflect that man and woman, boys and girls all are equal with their strength and weaknesses. There are some proverbs and saying in the society which looks at women as second class and as an object. Some of the sayings are-

• Woman’s brain is under the heel.

• Money, property and woman, all these are reasons for fight.

• Teaching a daughter is equal to irrigating/ watering the neighbour’s plant

Some case scenarios were presented before the participants and they were asked to respond their action if they were in that situation. This was done to make them to understand the reaction of them in the given situations. Few women, men, and youth were called to play the breaking of the balloon game to hear from them the power game. How it feels when someone overpowers the one who is weak. A just society is built when man and woman, work together. Both have their strength and weakness and both needs to be encourage to grow together.

Earlier Fr. Frederick D’Souza, Parish Priest celebrated the mass, in which women animated the liturgy like readings, singing and offertory procession. The day concluded with men giving gifts to all the women and having a lunch together.

March 2021 21 Vacancies IN THE DELHI CATHOLIC ARCHDIOCESAN SCHOOLS FoR The Y e AR 2017-18 APRIL 2021 sChooL s.no. name of the schools nursery prt/ asst. teachers tgt pgt others snippets 1 St. Michael's Sr. School, All subjects (1) All subjects (1) English (2), hindi (1) - Receptionist (1), Gurgaon Social Studies (1) nurse (1), Supervisor (1) Narela 2 Rosary Sr. Sec. School, All subjects (2) All subjects (2) English (1), - - Rosary School kingsway Camp Social Studies (1), Principal: Fr. Savariraj Augustine Science (with chemistry sAhodAy background) (1) Sr. Sec. School’s 3 St. Mary's Sr. Sec. School, - All subjects (1) - - Receptionist (1), CrystalPrincipal: Sr. Sudha Jubilee BS Closing Ceremony Mayur Vihar Counsellor (1) 4 Sahoday Sr. Sec. School, - All subjects (1) English (1) - LDC(with computer Celebration hauz khas knowledge) (1) Mrs.Sahoday Sangeeta Honoured! 5 St. Michael's Sr. Sec. School, - All subjects (1) English (1), 1- Chemistry - ◗ Miss Ravinder Kaur Channey Pusa Road hindi & Sanskrit (1), Western Music (1) “Endingsahoday are powerful Sr. Sec. as School’s it provides efforts closure andRev. cleanliness Fr. Vincent preparing Crasta and you Principal, to attract yoga (1) the newtowards with refreshed Clean India vigour.” was Rev. Sr. Sudha and Eco-Club has been 6 St. Anthony's boys Sec. - - - - Vice-Principal (1) heapplauded closing ceremonyby NICER (Nationalof the Crystal successfullyJubilee celebration able to instilof Rosary these School, habits School, Paharganj (Govt. S th Aided) InstituteNarela of wasCleanliness held on Education 27 February & 2021among with thegreat students. fervour Theand awardenthusiasm. was Research).His Grace The Most felicitation Rt. Rev. ceremony Dr. Anil J.T. Coutopresented graced by the Hon’ble ceremony Ambassador with former 7 St. Mary's Sr. Sec. School, - All subjects (2) - - - T Rohtak principalswas held Rev.Fr. on 13th Vincent December, Crasta, 2016, Rev.Fr. Kulandaiof Nepal. Samy, Among Rev.Fr. the Umesh present Ekka, were former administratorWorld Cleanliness Rev. Fr. Convention Ajeet Patrick. Day The presentseveral principal dignitaries Rev. and Fr. Savarirajlearned men along 8 St. Michael's Jr. School, - All subjects (2) - - - Prasad nagar withat IndiaSr. Vincy, International the principal Centre, of Rosary Lodhi Senior and Secondary women, School, Vice Chancellors Kheri Manajat, of and Sr.Road. Saguntala Selected the schoolsheadmistress of Delhi accompanied NCR Universities the guests forand the Professors. celebration of this 9 St. Jude's Academy, Sonepat - Music (1), PTi (1) English (1), Science (1), - - Maths (1) greatwere occasion. awarded for their efforts in Sahoday now feels the promoting a habit of cleanliness, responsibility of taking the cause 10 Maria Manzil School, nuh - All subjects (4) English (2), Science (1), - Office administration (1) hindi (1), Maths(1) hygiene and proper sanitation among further by attempting to educate the the students. Sahoday Sr. Sec. School residents of the neighbouring colony 11 Mata Mariam Jan Seva - All subjects (1), PTi (1) English (1), hindi (1), Commerce (1) Science Lab Assistant, Vidyalaya, narnaul Maths (1), Dance (1) (1), Receptionist (1) , under the guidance of its Manager, in this direction. Office Clerk (1) 12 Sahoday Primary School, - All subjects (1) - - Accountant (1) Aya nagar

NOTE: 1. Applications forms must be collected from the School Office concerned between 6th to 14th Feb 2017 (excluding saturday & Sunday) during school hours. 2. Filled forms must be submitted by hand to the Director for Education, Yusuf Sadan, New Delhi- 01 between 13th to 16th February, 2017 (excluding saturday & Sunday) between 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm. 3. Accommodation facility will be provided to the selected candidates in Narnaul, Rohtak and Nuh. 4. Filled application forms of Narnual, Nuh and Rohtak can either be submitted to DCA Education office or concerned school. 5. Class IV posts(auxillary/helping staff) are filled through the outsource agency. 6. The filled forms of the helping staff must be submitted to the school office concerned between 13th to 16th February 2017 (excluding Saturday & Sunday) during the school hours. 7. Management reserves the right to call only the shortlisted candidates for the Interview. 8. Filled application forms of St. Anthony’s Boys Sec. School, Paharganj must be submitted to school premises during school hours.

Rev. Fr. Vincent d’souza Director for Education 22 The Voice of Delhi

february 2017 29 The program commenced with the hearty welcome to chief guest His Grace and great dignitaries with Kumkum and sprinkling of flowers by the teachers of Rosary School, Narela and Rosary Senior Secondary School, Kheri Manajat which were accompanied by the doorstep welcome dance performance by the out-going students of class 5th. Thereafter the teachers gave a thunderous welcome to His Grace and all the distinguished guests with saplings.

Distinguished guests performed a grand lighting ceremony with the teachers symbolising the motto of the school “LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE.” This was followed by the prayer dance by the teachers of both the schools. Thereafter the guests were taken through a glimpse of the fruitful celebration of the Inaugural of Crystal Jubilee Year through a digital presentation. The teachers then performed a skit on the theme “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest” which showcased how the parents, the teachers, and the school help in the development of the students and how in turn it leads to the development of the nation.

When we honour the past, we energize the future and the present becomes a celebration. The celebration continued with the felicitation of our senior-most staff who have contributed in their way to make Rosary School what it is today. They are Mr. Rolend, Mrs. Mavis and Mrs. Meenu. His Grace awarded them with mementos. Thanks to them for being an inspiration to many. The winners of the Board Decoration completion conducted for teachers were given gifts. His Grace honoured the former principals with Cadres. The Most Rev. Archbishop unveiled a slated colourful magazine for the Crystal Jubilee year. This magazine is the first of its kind in the 15 years of existence of Rosary School, Narela. His Grace awarded the students who achieved excellence in education with the Crystal Jubilee Scholarship. The scholarship is also the first of its kind in 15 years. Fr. Kulandi Samy honoured the participants of the Inter-School Carol singing competition held at Montfort School with certificates. The archbishop in his speech highlighted that we need to give value based education in order to lead a life of truth filled with values. The outgoing students of class 5th were gifted with crayons and Crystal Jubilee Cup as a token of love by former principal Rev. Fr. Vincent Crasta. After the formal function, a cultural dance was diligently organised on the theme “OUR CULTURE OUR PRIDE” by the teachers of both the schools. The program came to an end with an exalting closing ceremony followed by the school anthem.

This closing ceremony of the Crystal Jubilee Year could be well called the year of gratitude because we have so much to be thankful for. As we celebrated the end of the Crystal Jubilee Year it is good to remember that there is no true ending but just a new beginning of another era for our Rosary institution of initiation of learning.

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"Fun and relaxation beyond four walls" Mrs.Tapsya

staff picnic for Rosary School Narela and Rosary School Kheri AManajat was organized on 1st March 2021. Rev. Fr. Savariraj, the principal, headmistress Sr. Saguntala and staff members made our way to Limca Book of Records-Morning Star Church at 8:30am with prayer and a feeling of a great day ahead. Songs, snacks and smiling faces made the journey a befitting beginning to a fun filled day. We reached at 10:30 am to the picnic spot at Kair in Najafgarh.

Rev. Fr. Stanley Kozhichira welcomed us. He briefed the history of Morning Star Church. Morning Star Church is the only church in the world in the shape of a star. It looks like a star from all five sides of the pentagon along with the Arial View, which makes the star in six dimension of the structure. The structure is designed as to look like a star from the exterior while it looks like a tent from the interior. Very less amount of concrete has been used to make the shape of the star. Hence, the material has been sourced from Russia. There were only three trees in the beginning that is why those trees are called mother trees. Morning Star Church is known as Ish Vatika. People come here to spend their time with God and the nature. Ish Vatika gives inner peace and joy in one’s heart. There are 4 cottages, a tree house, windmills, animals and birds. The entire campus is lit with solar energy. There is a small canal with fountains. It also has swings. There are aquariums, which attract people.

Ish Vatika gave an experience of being surrounded by greenery and beauty of Eco friendly nature. We enjoyed every moment with mesmerizing canal view, random photography in the greenish land, which is full of trees. The most enjoyable time was in the play area with swings and photography on tree house. After a tiring and fun packed morning we all headed for lunch. The lunch was surely appetizing. A group picture was taken where the teachers modeled in different poses and funny faces. We played antakshari in the lawn. Some teachers danced on the floor with great energy.

The bus started homeward journey at 3:30 pm. We finished the day with Lord’s Prayer “Our Father” thanking the lord for safe and wonderful day. All the teachers expressed a desire to revisit the place again. Everyone had a big smile on their faces, which indicated that they had a marvelous day. A big thanks to our beloved Rev. Fr. Savariraj, the principal and Sr. Saguntala, the headmistress for arranging such a wonderful day. The Morning Star Church is part of the Eco Spiritual centre of the Archdiocese of Delhi. It is designed and conceptualized by Rev. Fr. Stanley Kozhichira.

24 The Voice of Delhi Kheri Manajat Rosary Sr Sec School Manager: Fr. Savariraj Augustine Headmistress: Sr. Amala Vincy "A picnic is a state of mind and can be made anywhere" Ms. Neha Gloria Soreng

n 1st March 2021, we the Rosarians of Rosary School, Narela and ORosary Senior Secondary School, Kheri Manajat went for a memorable picnic at ISH VATIKA, Najafgarh both teaching and managerial staff. The flow of happiness among us all was at its peak while preparing for the picnic. Everybody was excited about this outdoor experience.

Finally, the day had arrived we gathered at the Rosary School, Narela around 8 o'clock and we all were on our way to the picnic. The staff picnic helped the teachers to interact and create a family- like bond with one another. All of us enjoyed ourselves a lot on the bus. Finally, the moment we reached the destination we all were very excited, as the surrounding was so green, calm and relaxing. As soon as we reached, we met Fr. Stanley Kozhichira, the National President of the Catholic Media Organisation. He is a great, fun-loving personality and Director of Ish Vatika. As soon as we entered, Father informed us about the building structure of the Morning Star Church. We were all excited like little kids in the park. The Morning Star Church is designed in a six dimension shape of a star. It appears to be a star from all sides, even from the top and from inside, it looks like a tent. This place focuses on meditation, reflection, prayer, nature and organic farming. It reflects in line with the church philosophy of being one with nature, promotes ecology and ecosystem and even cottages are provided for staying inside the campus. Pure and simple food is provided for healthy living. We enjoyed a lot, clicking pictures, roaming around and exploring the green Ish Vatika. The picturesque scene was imprinted into our minds forever.

We played antakshri and everybody danced together. In the end, Mr. Antony the class teacher of VI- A gave a vote of thanks to all especially to Fr. Stanley. Even though the picnic was over yet that spirit is still alive in us. All the good time we spent together was worth it and would be with us in our memories forever.

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Hauzkhas

Sahoday Sr. Sec. School Manager : Fr. James Peter Raj Principal: Sr Joyce Fernandes Feliz aniversario! Celebration of our beloved Manager Ms. Deepika Delvenia George

Proverbs 9:11- “For by me your days will be multiplied and years will be multiplied and years will be added to your life.”

ife is truly a precious gift of God and birthday is a memorable day for everyone. Sahoday family celebrated the birthday of our beloved Manager Rev. Fr. James Peter Raj on 9 March 2021 with full enthusiasm and zeal. He is an Lirreplaceable and valuable gift from God for His people. There are numerous qualities which makes him unique and special. He is generous, loveable (especially for the poor), patient, compassionate, caring, helpful, forgiving, approachable, understanding and polite. He is a true inspiration and role model who always has his signature smile on his face.

The birthday celebration started with a beautiful prayer and prayer song. Rev. Sr. Joyce, the Principal, Rev. Sr. Alice, the headmistress, Rev Fr. Balraj, the assistant Parish Priest of Good Shepherd Church, Hauz Khas wished Rev. Fr. James and felicitated him with bouquets of flowers. The staff members expressed their gratitude by presenting card and token of love, and this was followed by the cake cutting ceremony. Rev. Fr. James thanked all for the beautiful gesture and expressed his joy in seeing everyone on his special day.

It was indeed a great gathering in which we all enjoyed so much. The entire staff, parents and students are grateful to him for his organising ability especially during the lockdown period and later. Understanding our needs and safety, he has introduced Ms. teams for online teaching and other such ventures to take the school to greater heights. Sahoday is blessed to have such a blessing in the form of Rev. Fr. James as the Manager of Sahoday who is one of the best Manager we can ever get and who always support his staff and people in every circumstances.

This celebration and get together would not have been possible without our Principal, under whose guidance and initiative this get together was so successful. We wish Rev. Fr. James a life full of joy and happiness in his mission as the Manager (of the school) and Parish Priest (of the Christian Community) at Hauz-Khas.

26 The Voice of Delhi Mayur Vihar phase III St. Mary’s Sr. Sec. School Manager : Rev. Fr. Jose T.J Principal: Rev. Sr. Merlin C J Pairing Up to Know: Twinning Activity Mrs Antara De

irectorate of Education’s recent initiative was the twinning activity on the topic “Gender & Equity”. This Dactivity was conducted on zoom on 9th March, 2021. St. Mary’s was twinned with Government Boys Secondary School, Mayur Vihar Phase-3, east district. This programme was a mutual exchange of activities and ideas by the class 6 students of the government and private schools. It started with the introduction of both the Institution Heads, followed by a video presentation by both the schools in which the infrastructure and the working of the schools were shared. Children were divided into three breakout rooms where they spoke about their school, sports, online/offline classes, lockdown, etc. Later, students shared their experiences in the main meeting. A competition was held at the end of the session where they were asked to express their feelings of lockdown through poems, drawings etc. Principals of both schools thanked the students and the teachers’ for the successful completion of the event. Our Principal Rev. Sr. Merlin concluded by saying that such programs develop humanitarian values of sharing, caring and guidance among students and prepare them to become good citizens in future. A Fond Farewell to the Epic Batch of Class XII Mrs Antara De

he St. Mary’s family came together to bid adieu to the outgoing batch of 2020-21 of class XII on 27th February, T2021. It was the morning of mixed emotions and a delight to see the outgoing students elegantly dressed with wide smiles, entering the school premises batch wise, keeping in mind the time constraint and maintaining all protocols of safety. The auditorium was beautifully decorated on the theme, “RAINBOW-A RAY OF HOPE”. The event began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp followed by an online prayer service by the students of class XI. The students of class XII were then presented with mementos by our manager Rev. Fr. Jose T.J, our principal Rev. Sr. Merlin and our headmistress Rev. Sr. Poonam. Class XI students put up a good digital show, expressing their gratitude and love for their seniorswith great enthusiasm, leaving a trail of nostalgia behind for them. At the end of the program, the students of class XII were blessed by Rev. Fr. Jose T. J, where he advised the students to follow the “Toolkit of Success”, which includes an aim, passion, hard work. He also asked the students to be like a rainbow, always spreading happiness, smiles and colours in the lives of others. Our principal assured the students that they will prevail because they are hopeful for a bright future and have withstood a pandemic bravely. Sister also stressed on the passion and dedication that students need to possess to achieve their goal. Students were then given some time to get themselves clicked and meet their teachers alongside with the distribution of food packets to them. The management and the staff of St. Mary’s Senior Secondary School, wishes this epic batch of 2020-21 boundless success for their future.

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NCC Commander Visits St. Mary’s Mrs. Santu Lata

t was a great moment of pride and honour for the school, when I the commanding officer of the 2 Delhi Girls Battalion, Colonel Ravi Sharma Visited the NCC cadets of our school on 12th March, 2021. He was accompanied by Subedar Major Krishan Kumar and senior GCI Ms. Satwati. Our NCC cadets under the guidance of our principal and our school’s NCC in-charge Mrs. Santulata, greeted them with an overwhelming welcoming ceremony.

The programme started with the Lord’s Prayer followed by a mesmerizing classical dance performance by a few students of our school. Our guests were welcomed with saplings by our principal Sr. Merlin C.J, headmistress Sr. Poonam C.J and by our senior physical instructor Mr. Pawan Tyagi.

Col. Ravi Sharma explained that how one can lay a positive impact on the life of others by understanding the benefits of NCC. He spoke on the importance of being multitalented and encouraged us to lead a disciplined life. Sir explained to the students, their responsibilities and objectives as budding NCC cadets and reminded them their duty to serve and lead their societies to a better lifestyle. He further appreciated our school’s dedication and our efficiency in organizing the whole event. St. Mary’s has proudly been associated with NCC since 12 years.

The programme concluded with the NCC anthem “Hum Sab Bharatiyahain” and the vote of thanks by Tarana Upadhayay, an NCC A certificate achiever of our school. It was indeed a memorable day and a great pleasure to witness the presence of such eminent personalities amidst us. Virtual Women’s Day Assembly Mrs. Aurita Claire John

special virtual assembly was aired on our YouTube channel E- Marians to celebrate A International Women’s day on 8th March by the NCC cadets of our school. The theme of this assembly was ‘Choose to Challenge’. This assembly brought out the challenges faced by women of yesterday, today and tomorrow and how women have overcome them. The 22 NCC cadets were felicitated with the ‘A’ certificate by our School Manager, Principal and Headmistress. The students put up a beautiful programme mentioning some of the women personalities who have laid a great impact and have given a fitting reply to the patriarchal society.

28 The Voice of Delhi Through a symbolic gesture of passing the light from the feet of Mother Mary to our principal, our teachers and then to the girls of the various classes conveyed a message to all that in St. Mary’s under the patron ship of Mother Mary, each girl is empowered to grow and bloom fearlessly ,courageously and gracefully in a dignified manner. Our Principal congratulated and encouraged the 22 NCC cadets who have successfully completed their NCC training for two years under 2 Delhi Girls Battalion. Sister further wished that they would move ahead becoming smart women leaders propagating national integrity and unity. Let’s all choose this challenge to call out for gender equality, safety for women and equal rights to all. Religious vacation: A call to be Celebrated and Cherished Sr. Merlin C J

ompleting 25 years as a sister in the service of the lord is definitely a milestone and it’s good to recall, rejoice and renew one’s C commitment for the days ahead. A felicitation ceremony was held on 20th February in order to wish and greet our headmistress Sr. Poonam CJ on the occasion of her silver jubilee. With a sense of jubilation, pride and gratitude the management and staff felicitated sister for completing 25 years in the service of the Lord. Due to Covid lockdown, students couldn’t join the felicitation program, however, our teachers made the day memorable for Sr. Poonam through a thanksgiving prayer service, greeting song, power point presentation and speeches. As a token of our gratitude and appreciation, our Manager Rev. Fr. Jose T.J and the staff representatives presented a bouquet and mementoes to Rev. Sr. Poonam. Speaking at the occasion, principal stressed on the point that the centrality of each jubilee is the celebration of God’s accompaniment in one’s life’s journey. Sister further stated that the religious journey of a sister is fulfilling and demanding, risky and exciting. They have been filled with losses and gains, replete with joys and sorrows and in all these, God who called and consecrated a person will enable her to live the spirit of consecration faithfully. With a self-composed poem, Sr. Poonam expressed her gratitude to everyone for joining her to thank the lord on the occasion of her silver jubilee.

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consciousness, peace and integral human development. There were discussions on effective communication, inter-faith dialogue, harmonious relationships between different denominations, inter-relation between the three Abrahamic religions, how the teachings of Jesus should be understood in the context of God’s digest love for all, peace among fellow human beings and learning leadership qualities SOULMATE based on service and healing. The visit to St. Joseph’s Church Faridabad gave an immersion experience to the interns. 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Bethania Centre Hosts National Leaders of Icym & YChristmascs/Ysm Movements Ordination of Fr. Robert Percival Holt The Holy Family MGatheringanager & Programme Coordinator Swamy conferred by 01, March 2021, Bethania Centre Faridabad:Most The National leadersRev. of ICYM Anil& YCS/YSM NationalJ.T.Couto, movements of youth and students respectively, gathered at Bethania centre for their annual National Executive Committee (NExCo) meeting held on of Celebration! for Delhi rd 27 & 28 February 2021 attended by 28 leadersArchbishop of the two movements. The participants of stayedDelhi at Bethania between 23 Feb ◗ Baljeet K Arun and 3rd March, to attend the two days meeting that evaluates and analyzes the activities and objectives of the movements in ◗ Stanislaus theSeminarians past 1 year and plans for the activities and initiatives for the year ahead. he very hectic commitments amazing talent in traditional and Second and Third respectively ◗ The Br Richardmeetings Jose were chaired by Ms. Jyotsna D’Souza (ICYM President) and Mr. Deril D’Sa (YCS/YSM President). Fr. Chetan and problems of monstrous contemporary dances, singing and for the quality of Decorations. A Machado, the director of both the movements attended both the meetings as well as Mr. Percival Holt, the advisor to the T proportions, the crippling instrumental music, keeping the Special Prize was awarded to the CCBI Nationalold and silver Youth i have Commission.none, but i tell you, Ms. Jenny Joy from Janakpuri (former ICYM Secretary) interacted with the leaders on effects of the sudden demonetization audience entertained. The Crib Maintenance Department who “G“the importancein the name of ofJesus youth get up ministry and walk.” and role of national leaders” on 28 Feb 2021. Most. Rev. Soosai Nazarene (Chairman of of old Currency Notes, failed to Competition was conducted on constructed the iconic Nativity Crib theThe SeminariansMovements) of the also Archdiocese interacted of Delhi with had the participants virtually during the meeting. dampen our enthusiasm and efforts 22nd with Fr. Joseph and Fr. Jerry in front of our Main Entrance. The a Christmas gathering on 27th December 2016 at Apart from the to prepare for the eagerly awaited of the OCD and Fr. Ajit of the Delhi Nursing School and College organized St. Michael’s School, Gurgaon. The Seminarians schedule and agenda Christmas Season 2016. Archdiocese as the judges for the a Vandana Christmas Prayer Service studying in various seminaries: Jalandhar, of the meeting, Our Choir led by Fr. Sherin event. The Nursing Hostel won at the Auditorium at 3 PM on 24th, Ranchi, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi and Vinay Gurukul the young people Thomas and Fr. Arockia Dass, sang the First Prize for the Outdoor which was followed by a High Tea. participated in the gathering. holy Eucharist interacted with one Christmas Carols at the campus Category, followed by the Herbal Christmas Liturgy was conducted offered by the his Grace Archbishop Anil J. another, engaged in from 21st and on the Hospital Floors Garden and the Linen and Laundry at the same venue from 10 PM on T. Couto and was concelebrated by Fr. John various activities, on Christmas Eve, spreading joy Departments. In the Indoor Category, Christmas Eve. Holy Mass was Monteiro and Fr. Jais A. played games, group and solace all around. A Cultural The Cathlab were awarded the First conducted at the Hospital Chapel at building, spent time Programme was presented by the Position, followed by the Dialysis and 8.30 AM on Christmas Day. riestly Ordination of Fr. Robert Theology from Vidyajyotiin prayer, College leisure, Doctors, Staff and Students at the Emergency Treatment Departments. On the last day of 2016, a Swamy, conferred by Most of Theology, Delhi.gardening, He served cleaning in Auditorium from 3 to 5 PM on The Second Floor, Third Floor and Thanksgiving Prayer was organized PRev. Anil J.T.Couto was held Rosary Junior Schooletc., as at wellNarela, as localSt. 23rd. The participants displayed the Cathlab were adjudged First, by Nursing Service at 3 PM. After at St. Anthony’s Shrine on Tuesday, Mary’s Senior Secondarysite seeing School around and the prayer, Fr George PA, the 27th December 2016, an historic St. Mary’s BoysDelhi. Hostel at Rohtak.Among Director, Holy Family event for the Paharganj Parish. Ordained as Deaconthe onmany 21st Juneplaces, Hospital, awarded prizes Fr. Robert was born on 07th 2014, he did histhey Diaconate also Ministry visited to the winners of various November 1978 at Martalli and at St. Mathew’sthe Church, Sacred Laxmi Heart competitions and felicitated belongs to Our Lady of Lourdes Nagar and GoodCathedral Shepherd Church,and met each participant of the Church, Diocese of Mysore. Having Hauz Khas. with Most. Rev. Cultural Events. The Archbishop in his homily emphasized the completed his school studies from In July 2016 AnilFr. Robert J. T. Couto,was the Sisters at Asha Bhawan importance of vocation and exhorted those St. Mary’s composite Junior College, appointed as AdministratorArchbishop ofof Delhi;St. offered Adoration and present to follow the integrity of priesthood studied his Graduation at St. Anthony’s Boysthe Secondary Youth SchoolOffice at Thanksgiving Prayers at the in its original form like Jesus Christ. he further Philomena’s College and completed and for diaconateYusuf ministry Sadan at and St. met Hospital Chapel from 8 to added, “Priests must be able to tell the people his B. Ed. from the University of Anthony’s Shrine,with Paharganj. Fr. Vijay Baretto, Fr. 9 PM. The New Year's Eve those in need the words of St. Peter, “Gold and Mysore. In 2001, He gained his Robert has chosenthe “DoYouth Whatever Director He Celebrations commenced silver, i have none, but i tell you in the name Masters in English Literature from tells you” (Johnof 2:5) Delhi;as his mottoCaritas at 9.30 PM and carried on of Jesus get up and walk.” Money, power and Karnataka State Open University. and commits himselfIndia officecompletely and met with full enthusiasm and possession have replaced Christ. Jesus’ model Nurtured by his Parish Priests to Lord Jesus Christwith andFr. becomeJolly, anthe fervour till the Burning of of authority is of service not of autonomy and who gave enough opportunity to effective instrumentAsst. toDirector. serve Him Some as the Bogey Man at Midnight. dictatorship.” serve in the church and later as a Priest for the alsoArchdiocese made a ofvisit Delhi. to The New Year commenced The mass was followed by Carols and youth, in 2006 Fr. Robert discerned Archdiocese theof Delhi Singhu Border with Holy Mass at 6.30 AM introduction of brothers. Various interactive his vocation and joined ‘Vinay congratulates Fr.to Robertshow andsolidarity pray followed by the Annual games added fun to the gathering. Each received Gurukul’, the minor Seminary of that God bless himwith abundantly the farmers at Lunch for the entire Staff Christmas gift from the Archbishop as well. This Archdiocese of Delhi. In the year that he may remainprotest. faithful to his and all students, on 02nd was followed by a delicious meal after which the 2010, he completed his Philosophy vocation. May Fr. Robert continue to January 2017, which was brothers dispersed to their respective places of from St. Pius College, Bombay. Did be sustained by His grace and may blessed with the presence ministry. his regency at Catholic Mission, his life in God’s service always be of His Grace, Rev Anil J.T. 32 The Voice of Delhi Nuh and completed his 4 years of filled with joy. Couto Archbishop of Delhi.

34 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 35 March 2021 33 dioCesan digest fAPebruaryRIL 2021 2017 Chetanalaya AzollaChristmas Farming Ordination of Fr. Robert Fr. John Britto The Holy Family Pope Francis in his encyclical Laudato SJ envisagesSwamy an integral ecology. conferred The encyclical by reiteratesGathering that we are interconnected or interrelated. The interconnectedness is often forgotten in the pursuit of economic growth. MostExploitation of resourcesRev. for economicAnil J.T.Couto, growthfor has Delhi become an accepted norm than serving the basic needs of one another and of Celebration! Climate Change is the result of excessive exploitation of resources. In other words, ◗ Baljeet K Arun we are working against the nature rather thanArchbishop with nature. Thus the clarion call of by Delhi Pope,Seminarians ‘Care for our common home,’ is relevant◗ Stanislaus and essential. The Church and every individual are responding to this call in his or her own way. In this spirit, Commission he very hectic commitments amazing talent in traditional and Second and Third respectively ◗ for Br Ecology, Richard JoseArchdiocese of Delhi and Chetanalaya Environment Education Centre and problems of monstrous contemporary dances, singing and for the quality of Decorations. A are initiating different interventions in the promotion of integral ecology. One of the T proportions, the crippling instrumental music, keeping the Special Prize was awarded to the interventionsold and silver undertaken i have none, isbut Azolla i tell you, Farming. effects of the sudden demonetization audience entertained. The Crib Maintenance Department who “GAzollain is the an name aquatic of Jesus fern get upand and it walk.” is one of the fastest growing plants on the planet. This of old Currency Notes, failed to Competition was conducted on constructed the iconic Nativity Crib isThe called Seminarians a unique of the Archdioceseplant because of Delhi of had its fastest growth yet it does not need any soil to dampen our enthusiasm and efforts 22nd with Fr. Joseph and Fr. Jerry in front of our Main Entrance. The grow.a Christmas Unlike gathering other on plants, 27th December Azolla 2016 is ableat to have its nitrogen fertilizer directly from the to prepare for the eagerly awaited of the OCD and Fr. Ajit of the Delhi Nursing School and College organized atmosphere.St. Michael’s School, Azolla Gurgaon. is also The calledSeminarians as water fern, mosquito fern and duckweed fern. It is Christmas Season 2016. Archdiocese as the judges for the a Vandana Christmas Prayer Service naturallystudying in variousin freshwater seminaries: ditches, Jalandhar, ponds, lakes and sluggish rivers of warm-temperate and Our Choir led by Fr. Sherin event. The Nursing Hostel won at the Auditorium at 3 PM on 24th, tropicalRanchi, Mumbai, regions. Pune, Delhi and Vinay Gurukul Thomas and Fr. Arockia Dass, sang the First Prize for the Outdoor which was followed by a High Tea. Theparticipated usefulness in the gathering.of Azolla holy is manifold: Eucharist (i) Biofertilizer for the plants (ii) This is also used as a Christmas Carols at the campus Category, followed by the Herbal Christmas Liturgy was conducted biofueloffered by (iii) the CO2his Grace Sequestration Archbishop Anil (iv) J. it is used as food in some places (v) It is a livestock feed (vi) It controls Mosquito breeding from 21st and on the Hospital Floors Garden and the Linen and Laundry at the same venue from 10 PM on (vii)T. Couto It andis used was concelebrated in Rice Production by Fr. John and (viii) waste water treatment. We are experimenting Azolla farming as a biofertilizer on Christmas Eve, spreading joy Departments. In the Indoor Category, Christmas Eve. Holy Mass was andMonteiro mulch and andFr. Jais livestock A. feed at Chetanalaya Environment Education Centre, Bhaleswa and Sacred Heart Cathedral. We are and solace all around. A Cultural The Cathlab were awarded the First conducted at the Hospital Chapel at getting a very positive result. Programme was presented by the Position, followed by the Dialysis and 8.30 AM on Christmas Day. It could be grown with the standing crop in the field,riestly natural Ordination or artificial of Fr. Robertpond or inTheology Polythene from or plastic Vidyajyoti box. College We can grow Doctors, Staff and Students at the Emergency Treatment Departments. On the last day of 2016, a it easily and can be used as biofertilizer to our indoor/outdoorSwamy, conferred plants. by Let Most us grow thisof Theology,aqua fern Delhi.at home He and served receive in its Auditorium from 3 to 5 PM on The Second Floor, Third Floor and Thanksgiving Prayer was organized benefits. PRev. Anil J.T.Couto was held Rosary Junior School at Narela, St. 23rd. The participants displayed the Cathlab were adjudged First, by Nursing Service at 3 PM. After If you need more information on fresh azollaat St. fernAnthony’s please Shrine do contact on Tuesday, [email protected] Mary’s Senior Secondary or send a School whatsapp and the prayer, Fr George PA, 8377820980, 9582800686 and 9350826239. the 27th December 2016, an historic St. Mary’s Boys Hostel at Rohtak. Director, Holy Family event for the Paharganj Parish. Ordained as Deacon on 21st June Hospital, awarded prizes St. Vincent De Paul Society Fr. Robert was born on 07th 2014, he did his Diaconate Ministry to the winners of various November 1978 at Martalli and at St. Mathew’s Church, Laxmi competitions and felicitated Lenten Recollection belongsfor toVincentians Our Lady of Lourdes Nagar and Good Shepherd Church, each participant of the Church, Diocese of Mysore. Having Hauz Khas. Cultural Events. The M S Stanislaus Archbishop in his homily emphasized the completed his school studies from In July 2016 Fr. Robert was Sisters at Asha Bhawan Withimportance a view of tovocation nurture and the exhorted spirituality those of VincentiansSt. Mary’s and renew composite their Junior College, appointed as Administrator of St. offered Adoration and dedicationpresent to follow to servethe integrity the poor of priesthood and the needy, astudied Lenten his Recollection Graduation at St. Anthony’s Boys Secondary School Thanksgiving Prayers at the wasin its heldoriginal on form 21st like March Jesus Christ.2021 forhe further the Vincentians Philomena’s of Central College Council and completed and for diaconate ministry at St. Hospital Chapel from 8 to ofadded, Delhi “Priests on mustGoogle be able Meet. to tell the The people Recollection his commencedB. Ed. from the with University of Anthony’s Shrine, Paharganj. Fr. 9 PM. The New Year's Eve Vincentianthose in need theOpening words of St.prayer. Peter, “Gold Msgr. and Susai Mysore.Sebastian, In 2001,Spiritual He gained his Robert has chosen “Do Whatever He Celebrations commenced Advisersilver, i have to none,the Centralbut i tell you Council in the name of Delhi, SocietyMasters of St. in Vincent English De Literature from tells you” (John 2:5) as his motto at 9.30 PM and carried on Paulof Jesus in gethis up message and walk.” appreciated Money, power the and work of VincentKarnataka de Paul State Society Open University. and commits himself completely with full enthusiasm and memberspossession haveand replaced exhorted Christ. that Jesus’ members model are on a vocationNurtured and by needshis Parish Priests to Lord Jesus Christ and become an fervour till the Burning of toof authoritynurture is the of servicesame innot life of autonomy time. Fr. and Biju Xavier,who the gave resource enough person opportunity to effective instrument to serve Him as the Bogey Man at Midnight. indictatorship.” his presentation vividly brought out the roleserve of Vincentians in the church to do and later as a Priest for the Archdiocese of Delhi. The New Year commenced goodThe work mass towas show followed our by love Carols to and others inspiredyouth, by Christ. in 2006 Narrating Fr. Robert the discerned importance of 40Archdiocese days of preparation, of Delhi he shared with Holy Mass at 6.30 AM theintroduction four Returns, of brothers. i.e. Various Call to interactive return to the Lord,his Return vocation to theand neighbours, joined ‘Vinay Return to oneselfcongratulates and Return Fr. Robert to the Nature.and pray He followed by the Annual madegames outadded that fun theto the pandemic gathering. Eachis the received result of misuseGurukul’, of nature the minor by the Seminarymankind. of He beautifullythat God explained bless him how abundantly the seven words Lunch for the entire Staff thatChristmas Jesus gift spoke from the while Archbishop hanging as well. on theThis Cross areArchdiocese relevant enabled of Delhi. us In to the repent year through that prayer, he may fasting, remain arms faithful giving, to love his of and all students, on 02nd Godwas followed and the by neighbour. a delicious meal Bro. after Stanislaus, which the CCD 2010,President he completed thanked Msgr.his Philosophy Susai Sebastian vocation. and Fr. BijuMay Xavier Fr. Robert for the continue spiritual to January 2017, which was sharingbrothers dispersed relevant to to their Vincentian respective placeswork ofof charity.from The St. Recollection Pius College, ended Bombay. with VincentianDid be closingsustained prayer. by His grace and may blessed with the presence ministry. his regency at Catholic Mission, his life in God’s service always be of His Grace, Rev Anil J.T. 34 The Voice of Delhi Nuh and completed his 4 years of filled with joy. Couto Archbishop of Delhi.

34 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 35 JEEVAN JYOTI ASHRAM Burari

Delhi Crusaders’ 24 Hours Intercessory Eucharistic Adoration Snead Joanna Cardozo

The Delhi Crusaders’ Ministry i.e., the intercession ministry of Jeevan Jyoti Ashram conducted a 24 Hour Intercessory Eucharistic Adoration which was led in Hindi, English & Malayalam in preparation for the Golden Jubilee of the CCR in India. It began at 4 pm on 27th February and concluded with benediction & concluding mass at 4 pm on 28th February 2021. Due to COVID restrictions, intercessors joined virtually on Zoom as limited number of people were permitted to attend it physically in Jeevan Jyoti Ashram.

The adoration began with the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament by Rev. Fr. Nathan, Asst. Spiritual Director of Jeevan Jyoti Ashram, Burari as the worship ministry of the YU4C & TU4C Delhi i.e., the youth & teens ministry of the Delhi Charismatic Service of Communion (DCSC) led the initial hours of the intercessory adoration. Many Hindi, English & Malayalam intercessors joined via zoom as per their allotted slots from Livings Waters Prayer Group, Maranatha Prayer Group, Good Shepherd Prayer Group, Holy Family Prayer Group & from several other Hindi & Malayalam prayer groups in praying for the capital city, the Church and for the nation as we prepare for the golden jubilee of the Indian CCR. Virtual Felicitation to Chevalier Cyril John Snead Joanna Cardozo

Jeevan Jyoti Ashram, Delhi conducted a felicitation ceremony for Chevalier Cyril John on receiving the title of the Knight of the Order of St. Gregory the Great on 21st March 2021 from 6 pm to 9 pm. The ceremony was conducted virtually via zoom as special guests from across the globe were invited to share a few words for Chevalier Cyril.

The emcees, Mr. George David Toppo & Ms. Snead Joanna Cardozo beautifully commenced the program. Beginning with Mr. Ajin Joseph who was invited to welcome the gathering and say a short prayer followed by the recorded messages of His Eminence Cardinal Oswald Gracias, Most Rev. Filipe Neri, Most Rev. Anil Couto, and lastly a short hymn that was sung by the African Community. Then we had Most Rev. Kuriakose Bharanikulangara among us who spoke a few words followed by His Lordships Rt. Rev. Francis Kalist, Bishop Jacob Mar Barnabas, Very Rev. Msgr. Susai Sebastian, Hon’ble Justice Kurian Joseph, and Mr. Joseph Melookaran who shared their experience with Chevalier Cyril John in the professional field of the Charismatic Renewal. Mr. George & Ms. Snead then briefed the participants by sharing the vision and mission of Jeevan Jyoti Ashram beginning from its very beginning.

A recorded video was then shown that began with a hymn sung by the Malayalam Leaders of DCSC followed by a short message given by Mr. Joy Antony, Ms. Marykutty P. V., and then the JJA Jericho Intercessors from all over the world shared how Chevalier Cyril John helped them on their faith journey beginning with Dn. Pancho Chin A Loi from Sweden followed by Mrs. Maria Romero Benitez from Canada, Mrs. Gloria Lwegaba Emmanuel from Uganda, Mrs. Priscilla Henry from Malaysia, Mr. Gerard & Ms. Jessica from Singapore, to add some melody we then had a powerful hymn sung in the Swedish language continuing with messages from Mr. Pious Antony from UAE, Ms. Danielle Wong from Mauritius, Mrs. Adeline Jean from USA, Mr. Rostand & Mrs. Clara from Germany, Mrs. Jancy Johnson from India and lastly the Youth & Teens wing of DCSC that is Youth United for Christ & Teens United for Christ including the Music band David’s Harp who poured their heart out for Chevalier Cyril John.

March 2021 35 dioCesan digest fAPebruaryRIL 2021 2017 The CNSC Coordinators from different places were then invited to share a few words beginning with Mr. Leon Reyes & Ms. Lina, followed by Mr. Daniel Aimaretti, and Dr. Collins Ugwu after which a joyful hymn was sung by Sri Lankan’s in Sinhalese, continuing with the CNSC coordinators sharing their experience we had Mr. Lordan Ljubenkov & Mr. Damir, Mr.Christmas C V Joseph, Mr. Anthony, adding to the beautyOrdination of the program with music of we had Fr. the Malaysian Robert team sing a hymn continuing with messages by Mr. Ranjana Kaviratne and Ms. Irene Wu & Mr. John. The Holy Family A pre-recorded video of love being poured outSwamy for Chevalier Cyril John conferred by many special friends was by then shared beginning withGathering a message by Sr. Flavina, Fr. Tomy, Mrs. Mariam Kullu, Mr. John Bosco, Mr. Roy Peter, Mr. Ranjit Toppo, and once again we had blessed voices singing a short hymnMost in Spanish. Rev.Finally, the momentAnil we were J.T.Couto, all waiting for! Chevalier Cyril Johnfor himself Delhi spoke a few words in his humble spirit thanking each and every person, glorifying Christ through his conduct. of Celebration! A vote of thanks was then given by Fr. Arokia Nathan MMI representing Jeevan Jyoti Ashram and to conclude the event we ◗ Baljeet K Arun had Bishop Francis Kalist bless the gathering.Archbishop of Delhi ◗ Stanislaus TheSeminarians event officially being closed everyone was encouraged to unmute their microphones and switch on their cameras so he very hectic commitments amazing talent in traditional and Second and Third respectively that◗ the international gathering could have a joyful time of fellowship. Br Richard Jose and problems of monstrous contemporary dances, singing and for the quality of Decorations. A T proportions, the crippling instrumental music, keeping the Special Prize was awarded to the Lentenold and silver Way i have of none, the but i tell Cross you, by Various Parishes & Communities in JJA effects of the sudden demonetization audience entertained. The Crib Maintenance Department who in the name of Jesus get up and walk.” of old Currency Notes, failed to Competition was conducted on constructed the iconic Nativity Crib George“G David Toppo The Seminarians of the Archdiocese of Delhi had dampen our enthusiasm and efforts 22nd with Fr. Joseph and Fr. Jerry in front of our Main Entrance. The Jeevana Christmas Jyoti gathering Ashram, on 27th DecemberBurari 2016 of at to prepare for the eagerly awaited of the OCD and Fr. Ajit of the Delhi Nursing School and College organized theSt. Michael’s Delhi School,Charismatic Gurgaon. TheService Seminarians of Christmas Season 2016. Archdiocese as the judges for the a Vandana Christmas Prayer Service Communionstudying in various (DCSC) seminaries: opened Jalandhar, its gates Our Choir led by Fr. Sherin event. The Nursing Hostel won at the Auditorium at 3 PM on 24th, toRanchi, all the Mumbai, parishes, Pune, religiousDelhi and Vinay and Gurukul pious Thomas and Fr. Arockia Dass, sang the First Prize for the Outdoor which was followed by a High Tea. communitiesparticipated in the gathering.on Ash holy Wednesday Eucharist Christmas Carols at the campus Category, followed by the Herbal Christmas Liturgy was conducted tooffered come by theand his Graceprayerfully Archbishop walk Anil J. the from 21st and on the Hospital Floors Garden and the Linen and Laundry at the same venue from 10 PM on StationsT. Couto and of was the concelebrated Cross. Ever by since Fr. John that on Christmas Eve, spreading joy Departments. In the Indoor Category, Christmas Eve. Holy Mass was severalMonteiro andprayer Fr. Jais groups, A. parishes and and solace all around. A Cultural The Cathlab were awarded the First conducted at the Hospital Chapel at religious communities have been Programme was presented by the Position, followed by the Dialysis and 8.30 AM on Christmas Day. visiting JJA for the same. So far we riestly Ordination of Fr. Robert Theology from Vidyajyoti College Doctors, Staff and Students at the Emergency Treatment Departments. On the last day of 2016, a have witnessed people from all the Swamy, conferred by Most of Theology, Delhi. He served in Auditorium from 3 to 5 PM on The Second Floor, Third Floor and Thanksgiving Prayer was organized parishes and communities of Latin, PRev. Anil J.T.Couto was held Rosary Junior School at Narela, St. 23rd. The participants displayed the Cathlab were adjudged First, by Nursing Service at 3 PM. After Syro Malabar & Syro Malankara rite at St. Anthony’s Shrine on Tuesday, Mary’s Senior Secondary School and the prayer, Fr George PA, visiting JJA for the same. JJA is open to the 27th December 2016, an historic St. Mary’s Boys Hostel at Rohtak. Director, Holy Family receive and welcome all! event for the Paharganj Parish. Ordained as Deacon on 21st June Hospital, awarded prizes Fr. Robert was born on 07th 2014, he did his Diaconate Ministry to the winners of various November 1978 at Martalli and at St. Mathew’s Church, Laxmi competitions and felicitated belongs to Our Lady of Lourdes Nagar and Good Shepherd Church, each participant of the Church, Diocese of Mysore. Having Hauz Khas. Cultural Events. The Archbishop in his homily emphasized the completed his school studies from In July 2016 Fr. Robert was Sisters at Asha Bhawan importance of vocation and exhorted those St. Mary’s composite Junior College, appointed as Administrator of St. offered Adoration and present to follow the integrity of priesthood studied his Graduation at St. Anthony’s Boys Secondary School Thanksgiving Prayers at the in its original form like Jesus Christ. he further Philomena’s College and completed and for diaconate ministry at St. Hospital Chapel from 8 to added, “Priests must be able to tell the people his B. Ed. from the University of Anthony’s Shrine, Paharganj. Fr. 9 PM. The New Year's Eve those in need the words of St. Peter, “Gold and Mysore. In 2001, He gained his Robert has chosen “Do Whatever He Celebrations commenced silver, i have none, but i tell you in the name Masters in English Literature from tells you” (John 2:5) as his motto at 9.30 PM and carried on of Jesus get up and walk.” Money, power and Karnataka State Open University. and commits himself completely with full enthusiasm and possession have replaced Christ. Jesus’ model Nurtured by his Parish Priests to Lord Jesus Christ and become an fervour till the Burning of of authority is of service not of autonomy and who gave enough opportunity to effective instrument to serve Him as the Bogey Man at Midnight. dictatorship.” serve in the church and later as a Priest for the Archdiocese of Delhi. The New Year commenced The mass was followed by Carols and youth, in 2006 Fr. Robert discerned Archdiocese of Delhi with Holy Mass at 6.30 AM introduction of brothers. Various interactive his vocation and joined ‘Vinay congratulates Fr. Robert and pray followed by the Annual games added fun to the gathering. Each received Gurukul’, the minor Seminary of that God bless him abundantly Lunch for the entire Staff Christmas gift from the Archbishop as well. This Archdiocese of Delhi. In the year that he may remain faithful to his and all students, on 02nd was followed by a delicious meal after which the 2010, he completed his Philosophy vocation. May Fr. Robert continue to January 2017, which was brothers dispersed to their respective places of from St. Pius College, Bombay. Did be sustained by His grace and may blessed with the presence ministry. his regency at Catholic Mission, his life in God’s service always be of His Grace, Rev Anil J.T. 36 The Voice of Delhi Nuh and completed his 4 years of filled with joy. Couto Archbishop of Delhi.

34 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 35 Live Eucharistic Adoration & Prayer for Healing & Baptism in the Holy Spirit for the 9th Batch of Jericho 2021 George David Toppo

Jeevan Jyoti Ashram of the Delhi Charismatic Service of Communion (DCSC) conducted a Eucharistic Adoration led by Rt. Rev. Francis Kalist who is the Bishop of Meerut & Episcopal Advisor to the CCR in India, Chevalier Cyril John, member of CHARIS International & Mr. Ajin Joseph, national coordinator of YU4C India. The Blessed Sacrament was exposed in Jeevan Jyoti Ashram, Burari and all the participants of Jericho 2019 to 2021 along with all other overseas participants who have been associated with JJA through various online programs joined via zoom from 32 different countries viz., Peru, Switzerland, India, Mexico, USA, UK, Bahrain, Canada, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Norway, Sweden, Zimbabwe, Rome, South Africa, Zambia, Malawi, Botswana, Finland, Uganda, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, Tanzania, Mauritius, UAE, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, Japan & Australia to seek the Lord’s healing touch and to experience the Baptism in the Holy Spirit (BHS) of which the Holy Father Pope Francis has been emphasising so much. The adoration was a part of a 15-day online international training course in prophetic intercession known as Jericho 2021 (9th Batch) & it witnessed unexplainable healings and miracles among all the participants. It was also live-streamed via our Facebook page & YouTube channel ie., Jeevan Jyoti Ashram, Delhi for those who weren’t able to connect via zoom and was indeed blest to have huge viewership.

Revive 2021: Online English Lenten Life in the Spirit George David Toppo

The Delhi Charismatic Service of Communion (DCSC) organised an 8-day virtual (online) English Lenten Life in the Spirit Seminar (LSS) from 28th February to 7thMarch 2021. The retreat was led by internationally renowned preachers namely; Most Rev. Anil J. T. Couto, Rt. Rev. Francis Kalist, Rev. Fr. Rajeev Palliyathara OSB, Rev. Fr. Paneer Selvam, Rev. Fr. Arockia Nathan MMI, Sr. Virginia Rajkumari SAB, Chevalier Cyril John, Mr. Benjamin Gonzaga & Mrs. Adeline Jean. The whole virtual retreat was coordinated by Rev. Fr. Arockia Nathan MMI with help of the DCSC English intercession ministry known as the Delhi Crusaders. The retreat sessions were streamed via our YouTube channel and included sessions from the Life in the Spirit Seminar (LSS). The retreat commenced with an inaugural message and blessing by Most Rev. Anil J. T. Couto followed by praise & worship sessions by extraordinarily gifted gospel bands, enlightening talks & heart touching testimonies from various leaders of the charismatic renewal from different parts of the world. It also included live inner healing adoration by Benjamin Gonzaga as the Blessed Sacrament was exposed in JJA studio and participants joined via zoom & YouTube. The workshop on charisms was led by Chevalier Cyril John on Zoom which witnessed a powerful outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon all the participants. The retreat concluded with the BHS adoration led by Rt. Rev. Francis Kalist, Bishop of Meerut & Episcopal advisor to the CCR in India as the participants joined via zoom & YouTube.

March 2021 37 dioCesan digest fAPebruaryRIL 2021 2017 3rd Friday English Worship & Healing Night Jancy Johnson Ordination of Fr. Robert TheChristmas English wing of the Delhi Crusaders’ Ministry i.e., the intercession ministry of the Delhi Charismatic Service of Communion (DCSC) conducted a Worship & Healing Night on 19th March 2021 (3rd Friday) from 9 PM to 10.30 PM. The The Holy Family Blessed Sacrament was exposed in JJA as the participantsSwamy joined via zoom,conferred YouTube & Facebook. Itby began with a praise and worshipGathering session led by the Worship Army Band from YU4C Chennai followed by the breaking of the word of God by Rev. Fr. George Karamvely on the topic- “His PreciousMost Blood Illuminates Rev. Our Lives”Anil ( Heb: 9:14).J.T.Couto, Ms Rosemary Francis from YU4Cfor Agra Delhi shared her testimony and the healing adoration was led by Rev Fr George Karamvely along with music ministry of Celebration! by Mr. Ajin Joseph. Many of the participants experienced happiness & peace, physical & inner healings. Mrs. Jancy Johnson ◗ Baljeet K Arun who is the coordinator of the English Wing ofArchbishop the Delhi Crusaders’ Ministry was theof EMCEE Delhi & introductory welcome of the ◗ Stanislaus resourceSeminarians was given by Ms. Pratibha Agnes Kujur from Maranatha Prayer Group, Dwarka. Vote of thanks was given by Ms. Sheeba Anniline Manoj, the Maranatha Prayer Group leader. People from different parts of India & across the globe joined he very hectic commitments amazing talent in traditional and Second and Third respectively ◗ Br Richard Jose altogether and prayed. The virtual night service was streamed via Zoom, YouTube & Facebook of Jeevan Jyoti Ashram and and problems of monstrous contemporary dances, singing and for the quality of Decorations. A more than 1000 viewers experienced the love and peace of God Almighty. T proportions, the crippling instrumental music, keeping the Special Prize was awarded to the old and silver i have none, but i tell you, effects of the sudden demonetization audience entertained. The Crib Maintenance Department who “Gin the name of Jesus get up and walk.” of old Currency Notes, failed to Competition was conducted on constructed the iconic Nativity Crib The Seminarians of the Archdiocese of Delhi had dampen our enthusiasm and efforts 22nd with Fr. Joseph and Fr. Jerry in front of our Main Entrance. The a Christmas gathering on 27th December 2016 at to prepare for the eagerly awaited of the OCD and Fr. Ajit of the Delhi Nursing School and College organized St. Michael’s School, Gurgaon. The Seminarians Christmas Season 2016. Archdiocese as the judges for the a Vandana Christmas Prayer Service studying in various seminaries: Jalandhar, Our Choir led by Fr. Sherin event. The Nursing Hostel won at the Auditorium at 3 PM on 24th, Ranchi, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi and Vinay Gurukul Thomas and Fr. Arockia Dass, sang the First Prize for the Outdoor which was followed by a High Tea. participated in the gathering. holy Eucharist Christmas Carols at the campus Category, followed by the Herbal Christmas Liturgy was conducted offered by the his Grace Archbishop Anil J. from 21st and on the Hospital Floors Garden and the Linen and Laundry at the same venue from 10 PM on T. Couto and was concelebratedSSC by Fr. John on Christmas Eve, spreading joy Departments. In the Indoor Category, Christmas Eve. Holy Mass was Monteiro and Fr. Jais A. and solace all around. A Cultural The Cathlab were awarded the First conducted at the Hospital Chapel at 30 Days Pastoral/Theological Course on BECs/SCCs Programme was presented by the Position, followed by the Dialysis and 8.30 AM on Christmas Day. Emmanuel Johnson riestly Ordination of Fr. Robert Theology from Vidyajyoti College Doctors, Staff and Students at the Emergency Treatment Departments. On the last day of 2016, a Swamy, conferred by Most of Theology, Delhi. He served in Auditorium from 3 to 5 PM on The Second Floor, Third Floor and Thanksgiving Prayer was organized This year 30 days of Pastoral/ Rev. Anil J.T.Couto was held Rosary Junior School at Narela, St. 23rd. The participants displayed the Cathlab were adjudged First, by Nursing Service at 3 PM. After Theological course on BECs/SCCs P at St. Anthony’s Shrine on Tuesday, Mary’s Senior Secondary School and the prayer, Fr George PA, started from 1st February to 2nd March the 27th December 2016, an historic St. Mary’s Boys Hostel at Rohtak. Director, Holy Family 202 at Pallotine Animation Centre, event for the Paharganj Parish. Ordained as Deacon on 21st June Hospital, awarded prizes Nagpur. Total 32 participants from Fr. Robert was born on 07th 2014, he did his Diaconate Ministry to the winners of various all over India (14 Sisters, 6 Deacons, November 1978 at Martalli and at St. Mathew’s Church, Laxmi competitions and felicitated 11 Priests and one lay person) belongs to Our Lady of Lourdes Nagar and Good Shepherd Church, each participant of the enthusiastically participated in Church, Diocese of Mysore. Having Hauz Khas. Cultural Events. The the process all through the course. Archbishop in his homily emphasized the completed his school studies from In July 2016 Fr. Robert was Sisters at Asha Bhawan This year from Archdiocese of importance of vocation and exhorted those St. Mary’s composite Junior College, appointed as Administrator of St. offered Adoration and Delhi Deacons Allen Gomes, Roger present to follow the integrity of priesthood studied his Graduation at St. Anthony’s Boys Secondary School Thanksgiving Prayers at the Fernandez and myself participated in in its original form like Jesus Christ. he further Philomena’s College and completed and for diaconate ministry at St. Hospital Chapel from 8 to the above mentioned course. added, “Priests must be able to tell the people his B. Ed. from the University of Anthony’s Shrine, Paharganj. Fr. 9 PM. The New Year's Eve Thethose coursein need the began words ofwith St. Peter, the “Gold Solemn and Mysore. In 2001, He gained his Robert has chosen “Do Whatever He Celebrations commenced Biblesilver, iprocession have none, but with i tell youthe in Enthronement the name of theMasters Holy Biblein English in the Literature hall where from Bible remainedtells you” open (John every 2:5) day as hiswith motto candles at 9.30 PM and carried on burningof Jesus get all up through and walk.” the Money, day power reminding and us theKarnataka presence ofState Christ Open in ourUniversity. midst – Word becomeand commits flesh himselfand dwelt completely among us! The with full enthusiasm and dailypossession devotion have replaced towards Christ. the Jesus’Holy model Bible helped theNurtured participants by his to Parishtake the Priests Word daily asto Lorda source Jesus of Christlight for and their become life. Thean fervour till the Burning of inauguralof authority isHoly of service Eucharist not of autonomywas offered and by Mostwho Rev. gave Elias enough Gonsalves, opportunity the Archbishop to of effectiveNagpur. Ininstrument his homily to he serve emphasized Him as the Bogey Man at Midnight. howdictatorship.” early Christian Community used to met inserve house in thechurches church and and they later remained as faithfula Priest to thefor theteaching Archdiocese of the Apostles, of Delhi. The New Year commenced breakingThe mass of was the followed bread, byfellowship/service Carols and and youth,witnessing in 2006 in the Fr. society(Kiononia, Robert discerned DiakoniaArchdiocese & Kerygma). of DelhiThe SCCs helpsthe with Holy Mass at 6.30 AM presentintroduction day of brothers.Christians Various to interactivebe like early Christians.his vocation He blessed and joined and wishes ‘Vinay each participantcongratulates to become Fr. Robert an instrument and pray of followed by the Annual evangelizationgames added fun to in the their gathering. own areasEach received of the pastoralGurukul’, ministry. the minor Seminary of that God bless him abundantly Lunch for the entire Staff Christmas gift from the Archbishop as well. This Archdiocese of Delhi. In the year that he may remain faithful to his and all students, on 02nd We started with the studying of the Federation of the Asian Bishops Conference, (FABC document) - Bandung Statement was followed by a delicious meal after which the 2010, he completed his Philosophy vocation. May Fr. Robert continue to January 2017, which was 1990, Indonesia. The document indicates that in the 21st Century the Church in Asia will be a Communion of Communities brothers dispersed to their respective places of from St. Pius College, Bombay. Did be sustained by His grace and may blessed with the presence ministry. his regency at Catholic Mission, his life in God’s service always be of His Grace, Rev Anil J.T. 38 The Voice of Delhi Nuh and completed his 4 years of filled with joy. Couto Archbishop of Delhi.

34 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 35 where Clergy, Laity and Religious accept each other as brothers and sisters and witness collectively to the gospel in their neighborhoods and respond prophetically to the challenges faced by society. The church teachings on Basic Ecclesial Communities - BECs/SCCs indicates that BECs/SCCs is not an end itself, but a tool to reach our vision of the Vat II model of participatory church as proposed by FABC in 1990. The course then goes through all the main theological topics and its praxis in order to show that the New Way of Being Church is what all theological principles indicate. We found that what we study in theology in not what we practice. We follow very strictly the liturgical norms in order to understand how it can change people’s lives and how SCC can help living the Sacraments more profoundly and meaningfully. The methodology employed all through the course was facilitating style, enabling the participants to contribute to the learning process and learned through the interactions of the whole group. Each one had a chance to reflect what he/she learned.

The whole course is designed beautifully to have a comprehensive knowledge and experience of BECs. The topic after topic led the participants deeper into the shared mission of the church. The Resource Persons for the course includes Bp. Ignatius Mascarenhas of Simla-Chandigarh, the Chairman of BECs Commission, CCBI, Rev. Frs. Vijay Thomas & George Jacob, SAC, Rev. Frs. Peter Emmanuel & Balaraju Anthony Swamy of Archdiocese of Delhi, Fr. Joachim Fernandes, Mangalore Diocese, Sr. Meena from Sambalpur Diocese and Mrs. Jyotsna Lal from PAC, Nagpur.

We really experienced the spirit of the early Christian Community living together in fellowship as clergy, religious and layman during our 30 days of stay at PAC, praying, learning, eating and playing together. For me personally, this course has given a new enthusiasm and energy for building the Body of Christ BECs/SCCs with a clear sense of the New Way of Being Church now. In the New Ecclesiology, I learnt that clergy and laity are not meant to be two parallel structures in the church but both together form one communion. We together to evangelize our neighborhood.

Women Commission

International Women's Day Celebration 2021 Shanthi Chin

On March 07 2021, the Women's Council of Church of Our Lady of Graces, Vikaspuri, celebrated International Women's Day. It was a beautiful gathering after a long time, especially keeping in mind the COVID-19 lockdown and protocols that were in place. The entire Women's Council members came forward and collectively participated & celebrated the occasion. Father Deepak, the Parish Priest was the main celebrant of the Holy Mass. His graceful words and preaching were encouraging. Father Deepak has always supported, guided and motivated all the Associations in the church. Members of the Council animated the Holy Eucharist with an introductory on Women’s Day, liturgy, and offertory collection. Sincere thanks to both the Parish Priests for their pastoral care and guidance. A special mention to all the members of the Women's Council, who stood by one another, supported and motivated each other. May they continue to be one in service to the Lord and the Community.

March 2021 39 dioCesan digest fAPebruaryRIL 2021 2017 DCAWC Organizes Online Competitions Leelamma John ( Deanery Coordinator ) TheChristmas Delhi Catholic Archdiocese Women CommissionOrdination has been adapting and updating of themselvesFr. Robert to the virtual platform for reaching out to the women of our Diocese and communicating with them. Every month we have been organizing an online program to empower ourselves and various issuesSwamy faced by women inconferred particular. by The Holy Family ToGathering mark the occasion of ‘Women’s Day’ on 8th March, (DCAWC) the commission decided to conduct various competitions for women. Most Rev. Anil J.T.Couto, Thefor theme Delhi for the competition, ‘An equal world is an enabled world’. The participants were required to mail their entries of Celebration! ◗ of ‘solo singing’ and ‘solo dance’ by 4th March.Archbishop The contestants of ‘Poster making’ of competition Delhi were required to send the Baljeet K Arun th photographs of themselves holding the posters◗ Stanislaus made by them. The ‘Declamation’ competition was scheduled for 7 March fromSeminarians 3 pm onward on Google Meet. The near and dear ones of the participants also logged into witness the event. he very hectic commitments amazing talent in traditional and Second and Third respectively ◗ Br Richard Jose The youngsters out performed all other contestants. They were excellent in their ideas expressions, poise and diction. The and problems of monstrous contemporary dances, singing and for the quality of Decorations. A message was was loud and clear: T proportions, the crippling instrumental music, keeping the Special Prize was awarded to the old and silver i have none, but i tell you, effects of the sudden demonetization audience entertained. The Crib Maintenance Department who All human beings, irrespective of gender distinction - male, female or transgender, need to be respected and treated equally; “Gin the name of Jesus get up and walk.” of old Currency Notes, failed to Competition was conducted on constructed the iconic Nativity Crib TheThe Seminarians winners of of thethe Archdiocesecompetitions of Delhi are had as follows:- dampen our enthusiasm and efforts 22nd with Fr. Joseph and Fr. Jerry in front of our Main Entrance. The a Christmas gathering on 27th December 2016 at to prepare for the eagerly awaited of the OCD and Fr. Ajit of the Delhi Nursing School and College organized 1. Declamation St. Michael’s School, Gurgaon. The Seminarians Christmas Season 2016. Archdiocese as the judges for the a Vandana Christmas Prayer Service studying1. in various seminaries:Angelina Jalandhar, Florence First St. Sebastian’s Church, Dilshad Garden Our Choir led by Fr. Sherin event. The Nursing Hostel won at the Auditorium at 3 PM on 24th, Ranchi, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi and Vinay Gurukul Thomas and Fr. Arockia Dass, sang the First Prize for the Outdoor which was followed by a High Tea. 2. Rebecca Das Second Holy Spirit Church, Alaknanda participated in the gathering. holy Eucharist Christmas Carols at the campus Category, followed by the Herbal Christmas Liturgy was conducted offered3. by the his Grace ArchbishopMonica AnilSweta J. Ekka Third St. Xavier’s Church, Shahbad, Rohini from 21st and on the Hospital Floors Garden and the Linen and Laundry at the same venue from 10 PM on T. Couto and was concelebrated by Fr. John on Christmas Eve, spreading joy Departments. In the Indoor Category, Christmas Eve. Holy Mass was Judgment was done by - Ms. Annie, Ms. Neena Joseph & Ms. Leelamma John Monteiro and Fr. Jais A. and solace all around. A Cultural The Cathlab were awarded the First conducted at the Hospital Chapel at 2. Solo Singing Programme was presented by the Position, followed by the Dialysis and 8.30 AM on Christmas Day. riestly Ordination of Fr. Robert Theology from Vidyajyoti College Doctors, Staff and Students at the Emergency Treatment Departments. On the last day of 2016, a 1. Rajini Kanta Ekka First St. Mary’s Church, Old Delhi Swamy, conferred by Most of Theology, Delhi. He served in Auditorium from 3 to 5 PM on The Second Floor, Third Floor and Thanksgiving Prayer was organized 1. Sheetal Anns Philip PRev. AnilFirst J.T.Couto was heldSt. Xavier’sRosary Parish, Junior Shahbad, School Rohiniat Narela, St. 23rd. The participants displayed the Cathlab were adjudged First, by Nursing Service at 3 PM. After 2. 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Robert was Sisters at Asha Bhawan importance1. of vocationVeronica and exhorted Pragya those Davis St. Mary’s Firstcomposite Junior College,St. Xavier’s appointed Parish, Shahbad, as Administrator Rohini of St. offered Adoration and present2. to follow the integrity Dinkyof priesthood Biju studied hisSecond Graduation at St. Church ofAnthony’s the Resurrection, Boys Secondary Rohini School Thanksgiving Prayers at the in its original form like Jesus Christ. he further Philomena’s College and completed and for diaconate ministry at St. Hospital Chapel from 8 to 3. Sheija Thomas Third St. Xavier’s Parish, Shahbad, Rohini added, “Priests must be able to tell the people his B. Ed. from the University of Anthony’s Shrine, Paharganj. Fr. 9 PM. The New Year's Eve Judgmentthose in need was the wordsdone ofby St. - Peter,Ms. Brijit “Gold andJose Mysore. In 2001, He gained his Robert has chosen “Do Whatever He Celebrations commenced 4.silver, Poster i have Making none, but i tell you in the name Masters in English Literature from tells you” (John 2:5) as his motto at 9.30 PM and carried on of Jesus get up and walk.” Money, power and Karnataka State Open University. and commits himself completely with full enthusiasm and possession1. have replaced Christ.Jennifer Jesus’ Bodra model NurturedFirst by his Parish PriestsSt. Xavier’sto Parish,Lord Jesus Shahbad, Christ Rohiniand become an fervour till the Burning of of authority2. is of service not ofDeepti autonomy Lakra and who gaveSecond enough opportunity toSt. Xavier’seffective Parish, instrument Shahbad, Rohini to serve Him as the Bogey Man at Midnight. dictatorship.” serve in the church and later as a Priest for the Archdiocese of Delhi. The New Year commenced 1) Jennifer Bodra First St. Xavier’s Church, Shahbad, Rohini The mass was followed by Carols and youth, in 2006 Fr. Robert discerned Archdiocese of Delhi with Holy Mass at 6.30 AM 2) Deepti Lakra Second St. Xavier’s Parish, Shahbad, Rohini introduction of brothers. Various interactive his vocation and joined ‘Vinay congratulates Fr. Robert and pray followed by the Annual Judgmentgames added was fun todone the gathering. by - Melanie Each received Kochar Gurukul’, the minor Seminary of that God bless him abundantly Lunch for the entire Staff WeChristmas are grateful gift from theto Archbishopall the contestants as well. This for theirArchdiocese participation of Delhi. and Into the yearparish prieststhat and he maythe women remain leadersfaithful forto histheir and all students, on 02nd was followed by a delicious meal after which the 2010, he completed his Philosophy vocation. May Fr. Robert continue to January 2017, which was cooperation and encouragement. Let’s do whatever we can, in spreading love, joy and peace. brothers dispersed to their respective places of from St. Pius College, Bombay. Did be sustained by His grace and may blessed with the presence ministry. his regency at Catholic Mission, his life in God’s service always be of His Grace, Rev Anil J.T. 40 The Voice of Delhi Nuh and completed his 4 years of filled with joy. Couto Archbishop of Delhi.

34 The Voice of Delhi february 2017 35 MIRACULOUS PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT

Holy Spirit, You who makes me see everything and shows me the way to reach my ideal, You who gives me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me and You who are in all instances of my life with me, I, in this short dialogue, want to thank You for everything and affirm once more that I never want to be separated from You, no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with You and my loved once in Your perpetual glory. Amen.

This prayer should be said for 3 consecutive days without saying your wish or intension. After the 3rd day, your sincere wish will be granted no matter how difficult it may be. Promise to offer thanksgiving by sharing it and expressing it on granting of your favour. The idea is to spread the wonder of the Holy Spirit.

Antoinette D’ Souza

March 2021 41 ANNIVERSARIES 15TH APRIL 2021 TO 15TH MAY 2021 Pastoral Clergy

BIRTHDAY May 10 T. C. Anthony (2005) 1 Maxim Pinto (2000) April 10 Jayaseelan (2008) 1 Joseph Henry (2004) 10 Umesh Ekka (2011) 15 Suman Kumar (1968) 1 S. Manikya Raju (1997) 10 Richard Minj (2019) 17 Suman Paul (1982) 1 Alphonse Arokiam (1983) 11 Joseph Elamthuruthy (2005) 18 S. Arockia Dass (1975) 1 Kulandai Samy (2007) 11 Victor Immanuel (2006) 20 S. Manikya Raju (1966) 2 Chetan Machado (2006) 11 Balraju P. (2014) 20 Joseph Elamthuruthy (1977) 2 Thavamani (2007) 11 Nelson Tellis (2016) 21 Johnson Charangat (1977) 2 Jardis Nazareth (2009) 11 Sampath Kumar (2017) 25 Mathew Koyickal (1969) 3 Jesuraj (2009) 12 Irudaya Kumar (2002) 3 Balraj L. (2011) 12 Prakash Gill (2007) May 3 Balraju A (2012) 12 Franklin Sando (2018) 1 Sampath kumar (1986) 4 Suman Surin (2002) 13 Julius Caesar (1994) 3 Ravindra Jain (1957) 4 Frederick D’ Souza (1985) 13 James Peter Raj (2005) 7 Augustine Kuriapilly (1943) 4 Thomas D’ Cunha (1997) 13 S. Arockia Dass (2006) 8 Ivan Madtha (1976) 4 Wilfred D’ Souza (2004) 13 Valerian Baretto (2008) 9 Thomas Blessin (1986) 4 Thomas Sherin M. (2006) 13 Anil Valder (2008) 10 Victor D’ Souza (1936) 4 Peter Emmanuel (2008) 13 Kerin Anto (2016) 4 Lancy Sunil Securdass (2019) 14 Vijay Kumar Baretto (2002) ORDINATIONS 5 Januario Rebello (1975) 14 Savarimuthu (2005) April 5 Denny George (2006) 14 Shinil Jacob (2013) 16 Johnson Kizhakeveettil (1989) 5 Shyju Xavier (2009) 14 Maria Anthony (2016) 17 Francis Prasad (2008) 5 Perianayagam (2012) 15 Arvind Tete (2007) 18 Anthony Williams (2004) 6 Jose Stephen (2008) 15 Julian Kullu (2007) 19 Ajeet Patrick (2018) 6 Sukhdev Tirkey (2014) 15 John Britto Xavier (2010) 21 Cirilo F. Rodrigues (1976) 6 Dorai Raj Britto (2019) 15 M Richard Jose (2017) 21 Johnson Charangat (2007) 7 Aires Furtado (1996) Death Anniversaries 22 P. Geo Jacob (2017) 7 Lancy Paul (2005) 24 Thomas Champakatt (1988) 7 Mathew P.J. (2008) April 25 Jaya Pradeep (2007) 7 Anil Raj (2012) Fr. Benedict OFM Cap. 28-04-1970 27 Moben Michael (1991) 8 Thomas Paul (2004) 9 Savari Raj A. (2006) May 27 Santhosh Vazhapally (2003) 9 Sunil Crasta (2012) Fr. John Patrick 15-05-2000 28 Pradyut Bahla (2013) 9 Aloysius V.R (2018) Fr. George Panakal 14-05-2010 Calendar of Feasts APRIL 2021

1 Saint Hugh of Grenoble 17 Saint Benedict Joseph Labre 2 Saint Francis of Paola, hermit 18 Saint Apollonius the Apologist 3 Saint Benedict the African 19 Saint Alphege 4 Saint Isidore, bishop and doctor of the Church 20 Saint Marian 5 Saint Vincent Ferrer 21 Saint Anselm of Canterbury 6 Saint Crescentia Hoess 22 Saint Abdiesus 7 Saint John Baptist de la Salle, priest 23 Saint George 8 Saint Julie Billiart 24 Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen 9 Saint Casilda 25 Saint Mark the Evangelist 10 Blessed James Oldo 26 Saint Cletus 11 Saint Stanislaus, bishop and martyr 27 Saint Simeon 12 Saint Teresa of Los Andes 28 Saint Peter Chanel 13 Saint Martin I, pope and martyr 29 Saint Catherine of Siena 14 Blessed Peter Gonzalez 30 Saint Pius V, pope 15 Blessed Caesar de Bus 16 Saint Bernadette Soubirous

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OBITUARY

17 Saint Benedict Joseph Labre 18 Saint Apollonius the Apologist 19 Saint Alphege RONALD VIVIAN SMITH 20 Saint Marian 06.01.1938 – 30.04.2020 21 Saint Anselm of Canterbury 22 Saint Abdiesus First Death Anniversary th 23 Saint George Remembrance Mass on 30 April 2021 at 05.00 pm. 24 Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen At St. John De Brito Church, Maya Enclave, New Delhi-110064. 25 Saint Mark the Evangelist Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him, may his soul rest in peace. Amen. 26 Saint Cletus Smiths* Bunny, Tony, Enid, Minnie, Rodney 27 Saint Simeon 28 Saint Peter Chanel Sons-daughters, grandson, Son in Law 29 Saint Catherine of Siena Pearl-John B Michael 30 Saint Pius V, pope near and dear ones E20E DDA MIG flats, Mayapuri, New Delhi-11006 Mob:9899121012 [email protected]

March 2021 43 ARCHBISHOP ANIL J.T. COUTO ENGAGEMENTS

01 Maundy Thursday 02 Good Friday 03 Holy Saturday 04 Sun 08.00 a.m. Mass at Convent of Jesus & Mary 09 Fri 09.30 a.m. CCBI Office Bearers’ Meeting online APRIL 2021 04.00 p.m. Nuptial Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Old Delhi 10 Sat 11.00 a.m. Mass at Holy Child Convent, Sonepat 04.30 p.m. Nuptial Mass at St. Mark’s Church, Punjabi Bagh 11 Sun 09.00 a.m. Confirmations at Holy Rosary Church, Kingsway Camp 12 Mon 10.00 a.m. Priests’ Council Meeting 04.00 p.m. Available for Laity 13 Tue 10.30 a.m. Available for Priests 05.30 p.m. Seminary Day-Vinay Gurukul 14 Wed 08.00 a.m. Mass -Convocation at Holy Family Hospital 05.00 p.m. Convocation Ceremony 15 Thu 09.30 a.m. Silver Jubilee Mass of St. Mary’s School, Mayur Vihar Phase-3 17 Sat 05.30 p.m. 1st Holy Communion & Confirmations at St. Michael’s Church, Prasad Nagar 18 Sun 05.30 p.m. Confirmations at Church of St. Teresa of Child Jesus, Pushp Vihar 19 Mon 04.00 p.m. Available for Laity 20 Tue 10.30 a.m. Available for Priests 21 Wed Monthly Recollection 22-23 1st Profession of MJ Sisters at Jalandhar 24 Sat 09.00 a.m. Mass at Jeevan Jyoti Ashram-24 hrs. Adoration 25 Sun 09.00 a.m. DPC-Good Shepherd Sunday at Navinta 26 Mon 08.00 a.m. Lamp Lighting Ceremony at Holy Family Hospital 03.00 p.m. Nuptial Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Old Delhi 27 Tue 07.00 a.m. Mass at Ish Bhavana 10.00 a.m. Commission for Migrants- Regional Secretaries’ Meeting 28 Wed 06.30 a.m. Mass at Shanti Avedana 29 Thu 09.30 a.m. Curia Meeting 06.30 p.m. Farewell Mass at Vinay Gurukul 30 Fri 03.00 p.m. UCPI Theological Forum Online Meeting

44 The Voice of Delhi Chrism Mass-30.03.2021, Sacred Heart Cathedral, New Delhi

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He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: ‘The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day be raised again.' Luke 24:6-7