{"id":19219,"date":"2026-10-07T05:21:42","date_gmt":"2026-10-07T05:21:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donboscoguwahati.org\/?post_type=province_news&p=19219"},"modified":"2026-10-07T05:21:46","modified_gmt":"2026-10-07T05:21:46","slug":"three-day-programme-for-elderly-men-held-at-mendal-parish","status":"publish","type":"province_news","link":"https:\/\/donboscoguwahati.org\/index.php\/news\/three-day-programme-for-elderly-men-held-at-mendal-parish\/","title":{"rendered":"Three-Day Programme for Elderly Men Held at Mendal Parish"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A three-day programme for the elderly men of St John Bosco Parish, Mendal, was held from October 2 to 4, 2026, bringing together around 80 participants for a time of animation, reflection, fellowship and spiritual renewal. The programme was animated by Fr Paul Panichikal SDB, Fr Lukas Marak SDB and Sr Cecilia, who guided the participants through various sessions aimed at strengthening their faith, commitment and role in the family and the Church.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The programme concluded on Sunday with the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, presided over by Fr Januarius Sangma SDB. During the Eucharistic celebration, 29 new members were formally initiated into the group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his homily, Fr Januarius reminded the participants of their responsibility towards the upbringing and wellbeing of their families and their active contribution to the life and mission of the Church. He encouraged them to remain committed witnesses of faith and responsible members of both their families and the Christian community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The three-day programme provided the elderly men with an opportunity to come together, deepen their spiritual life, share their experiences and renew their commitment to their families and the Church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The entire programme was coordinated by Fr Thomas Anikuzhikattil SDB, Parish Priest of St John Bosco Parish, Mendal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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