{"id":1305,"date":"2025-10-21T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/wordpress\/index.php\/news\/damra-parish-youth-embrace-faith-and-fellowship-at-dynamic-youth-for-mary-camp\/"},"modified":"2026-01-11T05:23:55","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T05:23:55","slug":"damra-parish-youth-embrace-faith-and-fellowship-at-dynamic-youth-for-mary-camp","status":"publish","type":"province_news","link":"https:\/\/donboscoguwahati.org\/index.php\/news\/damra-parish-youth-embrace-faith-and-fellowship-at-dynamic-youth-for-mary-camp\/","title":{"rendered":"Damra Parish Youth Embrace Faith and Fellowship at Dynamic \u201cYouth for Mary\u201d Camp"},"content":{"rendered":"
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    Damra Parish Youth Embrace Faith and Fellowship at Dynamic \u201cYouth for Mary\u201d Camp<\/h1>\n
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    \n October 21, 2025 <\/span><\/p>\n

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    The Parish of St. Michaels in Damra concluded a vibrant and transformative three-day live-in youth camp this week, successfully uniting the younger generation through a powerful blend of faith, sports, and creativity. The \u201cYouth for Mary\u201d program, held from October 18th<\/sup> to 20th<\/sup>, 2025 provided an immersive experience in catechesis, fellowship, and service for the parish\u2019s youth.<\/h3>\n

    Under the leadership of Fr. Richard Barla SDB and supported by a collaborative team from the Salesian community, the MSMHC sisters, and dedicated lay leaders, the camp was designed to make the Catholic faith accessible and engaging. The event highlighted a shared mission within the parish, bringing together clergy, religious, and laity to mentor and inspire the next generation.<\/p>\n

    The program\u2019s schedule was packed with diverse activities aimed at holistic development. Mornings were energized with sports competitions, including basketball, football, and throwball, fostering teamwork, discipline, and healthy competition. Afternoons were dedicated to intellectual and spiritual growth, featuring a catechetical quiz on the Blessed Virgin Mary and creative sessions like a Gospel \u201csing-out\u201d and dramatic skits that brought Gospel values to life.<\/p>\n

    The impact of the camp extended far beyond the scheduled activities. Participants reported a deepened understanding of Marian devotion and a more personal connection to their faith.<\/p>\n

    In a heartfelt address to the gathered youth, Parish Priest Fr. Francis Kalriparampil expressed his joy at the event\u2019s success. \u201cIt is a beautiful scene to see you youngsters coming together\u2014your laughter, your teamwork, your healthy competition, and your desire to praise the Mother of Jesus,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

    He reminded the youth that \u201cMary is with you as you strive, learn, and grow in virtue,\u201d and drew a powerful parallel between their activities and Mary\u2019s faith. \u201cShe did not seek glory for herself; she welcomed the vocation God prepared for her,\u201d Fr. Kalriparampil stated, encouraging the youth to use their talents with humility, to build up others, and to bring glory to God.<\/p>\n

    A key outcome of the initiative was the practical leadership experience gained by emerging youth leaders, who were instrumental in planning and running the event under the guidance of Fr. Barla.<\/p>\n

    In conclusion, the \u201cYouth for Mary\u201d camp has been hailed as a resounding success, strengthening the parish\u2019s social fabric and equipping its young members to carry the flame of faith into their families and the wider community. The event stands as a model for joyful and effective youth ministry, anchored in devotion and service.<\/p>\n

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