Catechism Day Celebration

Catechism Day Celebrated with Fervor at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Manjeshwar

Manjeshwar, 23rd February 2025 – The parish community of Our Lady of Mercy Church, Manjeshwar, came together to celebrate Catechism Day with great devotion and enthusiasm. The event commenced with the Holy Eucharist at 10:30 AM, officiated by Rev. Fr. Ivan Pinto, Capuchin Priest from Mangalore, along with Fr. Edwin Francis Pinto, the Parish Priest of Manjeshwar Church.

Following the Eucharistic celebration, the Catechism Day program was held at the church mini hall at 11:45 AM. Rev. Fr. Edwin Pinto presided over the event and delivered the presidential address, emphasizing the importance of catechism in nurturing faith and values among the children.

Rev. Fr. Ivan Pinto, the Chief Guest of the occasion, addressed the gathering, appreciating the efforts of the catechism teachers and students in fostering religious education. Other distinguished guests included Vijith Dsouza, Vice President of the Parish Pastoral Council, Mrs. Christine Dsouza, Secretary of the Parish Pastoral Council, Mrs. Reena Monteiro, All Ayog Head of Manjeshwar Parish, Br. Rickson Moras, Sr. Angela Swamy, Superior of Pallotti Convent, Sr. Zita, Superior of Dominican Convent, and Mrs. Clara Monteiro, Coordinator of Catechism Classes.

A special moment of the event was the honor bestowed upon Br. Rickson Moras for his dedicated ministry service in the parish over the past year.

Catechism teachers were also recognized and appreciated for their tireless efforts in imparting faith education to the students.

The celebration featured vibrant cultural performances, including a dance performance by students from UKG to 6th class and a skit presented by students of classes 7 to 10. The much-anticipated prize distribution ceremony rewarded students for their regular attendance in catechism classes and for achieving the highest scores in the Annual Catechism Exam.

Mrs. Jayashree Monteiro effectively hosted the program as the Master of Ceremony. The event commenced with a warm welcome by Mrs. Clara Monteiro and concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Mrs. Jacintha Dsouza.

The joyous celebration concluded at 1:00 PM, followed by a community lunch, strengthening the bonds of fellowship within the parish.

Reporter: Mrs. Christine Dsouza, Secretary of the Parish Pastoral Council.

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