ICYM Mangalore Diocese hosts XYZ Season-2 talents hunt

Mangaluru: India Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM), Central Council, Mangaluru Diocese organized ‘XYZ Season 2 – Exposure of Youth Zeal’, a search for young talents at Padua College Premises, Nanthoor here on Wednesday November 1.

The programme began with invoking the blessings of Almighty. Rev. Fr. Walter D’Mello, Judicial Vicar of Mangalore Diocese graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and inaugurated the event. In his inaugural speech he highlighted the importance of God given talents to the youth and urged every youth to showcase their hidden potential through their talents and thus shine in the society. He also congratulated the Central council members for providing such a wonderful platform for the youth to expose their talents and zeal.

Rev. Fr. Ronald Prakash D’Souza, Director of ICYM Mangalore Diocese briefed the importance of event XYZ Season – 2. Elroy Saldanha, Diocesan ICYM President welcomed the gathering and Joel Concessao, General Secretary of ICYM rendered the vote of thanks. Mr. Rohan Lewis, PRO compered the programme.

The valedictory programme was presided over by Rev Fr. Jerald D’Souza, Secretary of CBE. He gave away the prizes to the winners and wished everyone the best. Jovel Fernandes and Jaison Pereira compered the valedictory function. Around 50 parishes took part in 10 different events throughout the day.

The Winners of the events are as follows:

Overall Champions: Bajal

Runners Up: Jeppu and Derebail