Mangaluru: Catechism day was celebrated meaningfully at Holy Rosary Church Alangar on 06.03.2022
Fr Anil Fernandes Director of Canara Communication and Vocation centre was the main celebrant of the Holy Eucharist and chief guest of the catechism day celebration, who preached on the importance of Vocations to the priesthood and religious life. He also gave a brief talk to the parents and children on how to nurture vocations and heed the call of God.
Children presented a beautiful bible and faith-based cultural Programme prepared in three groups, in their own initiatives.
75 children were awarded prizes for securing above 80 marks in the catechism exam. 18 Children got prizes for writing the highest pages of bible copy. 17 Students got prizes for writing the highest bible quotation during the year. 19 students secured prizes for preparing a good record book. 23 children of class 1 to 3 were given prizes for attending catechism classes regularly. 13 teachers were given a gift of gratitude for dedicating themselves to teaching catechism the whole year.
Family members of catechism children, Parish Pastoral Parishad members, Vocation Commission, Bible and catechism Commission members witnessed the program
Sumptuous breakfast in the morning and Ice-cream to conclude was served to all.
Santhosh Rodrigues the coordinator together with the teachers, Vocation Commission and Bible and catechism commission organized this program
Rajesh DSouza the coordinator of commissions and Mable Lobo Secretary of PPP were present. Sr Helen Goveas proposed a vote of ‘thanks.
