Sunday, 8 March 2020
Archdiocesan Women's day celebration in Gandhinagar
Archdiocesan Women’s day celebration
International women’s day was celebrated in the
Archdiocese of Gandhinagar on 8th March 2020 at Jeevan Vikas Kendra,
Pethapur. 230 women participated in the event. All carried the lighted candle
which they placed before the altar as they entered the premises. His Grace
Archbishop Thomas Macwan presided over the Holy Eucharist, concelebrated by 5
priests. Archbishop in his homily gave examples of the role of women in the
Holy Bible. Then colourful event began of the women with skits, dances, songs,
games and garba. Archbishop awarded 9 women from different parishes for their
role in socio-pastroal activities of the parish. The guest of honour and
resource person was Ms. Anjanaben Robinbhai Patel who gave the women clear idea
about CAA, NRC, NPR and present scenario of the nation and asked the women to
be vigilant. She shared about her own challenges in government profession and
how she faces them with gusto and faith in God. Thus she encouraged the women
to stand up for their own rights having gusto and faith in their hearts. All
enjoyed the event and went home with greater joy. Sr. Nila Bhatia, Sisters, Animators,
SSSS staff along with Fr. Xavier James did a marvelous work in making the day
so memorable one for the women.
Archdiocesan Youth Motivational Seminar
Youth
Motivational Seminar
Archdiocesan
Youth Commission of Gandhinagar organized motivational seminar for the youth
and youth animators of the Archdiocese on 7th March 2020 at Jeevan
Vikas Kendra, Pethapur. After the prayer, Fr. Xavier James, the youth director
of the Archdiocese formally welcomed the guests and all present. His Grace
Archbishop blessed the youth and motivated youth in his inaugural address after
lighting of the lamp.
Mr.
Victor Mecwan IAS (Additional CEO of GSDMA), the only Catholic IAS officer in
Gujarat gave a power point presentation and motivated the youth for the better
future. He left a spark in the hearts of the youth to have a burning desire and
thus challenged the youth. Mr. Chandravadan Macwan (Joint Secretary of Finance
department of Gujarat state) gave an inspiring talk on to getting into public
sectors and spread the values of Christ. He touched the hearts of everyone with
his personal testimony. Ms. Rosily Victor (Professor, Trainer) captured the
whole group with her dynamism. She motivated the youth to face the problem
without losing the smile on one’s face. Archbishop blessed 65 youth and fathers
and sisters. Fr. Xavier James thanked all and all dispersed to their mission
stations.
Friday, 6 March 2020
Swachh Bharat Mission by SSSS Childline in Gandhinagar
Swachh Bharat Mission at SSSS
Cleanliness
Mission of Child line 1098 through Sabarmati Samruddhi Seva Sangh had its
culmination event on 6th March 2020 at Government Children’s home,
Gandhinagar. After conducting different activities in Gandhinagar schools,
public places, government offices on Swacch Bharat Mission, 6th
March, Friday almost 150 adults and children had assembled at Children’s home
in Sector 17 to felicitate the winners of various competitions. Mr. Rushin
Bhatt (Additional Commissioner of Women and Child Development, Gujarat) along
with Additional Collector Mr. Jadeja of Gandhinagar and officers from various
departments of Gandhinagar were present to encourage the children to instill
the value of Cleanliness which is next to Godliness. SSSS staff did a
commendable job in meticulously planning and organizing the event which brought
some visibility in the government sectors. Child line team was very
enthusiastic about this programme and made all the arrangements for the success
of this function. Kudos to SSSS staff.
Wednesday, 4 March 2020
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