The Annual get together of Catholic Sabha, Barkur Unit was held recently at gardens of ‘Nathan’ the residence of Staney Wilfred Lewis, at Chaulikere, Barkur .The programme started with prayer by Gretta Lewis and Patrick A’lmeida . The get together was inaugurated by Rev.Fr. Alban D’Souza, Parish Priest, Church of St.Peter, Barkur.
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The host and the president of Barkur unit, Stany Lewis welcomed the gathering, and presided over the function. Chief guest Valerian Menezes, President of Catholic Credit Co-operative Society, Brahmavar briefed about Catholic sabha, its importance, aims and achievements since its inception in Mangalore diocese. Speaking on the occasion Dolphy D’lima, member, Grama panchayath, Barkur, explained about Catholic Sabha and its political importance to Catholics. He urged more catholics to join and get actively involved in politics for the betterment of the society.
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Herald D’Souza, Former Vice President of Parish Council and Ex President of ICYM Central Council, Manglore Diocese addressed the gathering about the importance of involving youngsters in Catholic sabha . He expressed his concern about lack of participation among the youngsters and stressed that more youth should be involved in Catholic Sabha to reinforce the unit. Eugene Quadras, Vice President of Parish Council encouraged more women to join the Catholic Sabha and get involved in various activities. All the participants took active part in various group discussions that were held and brought out new ideas to build up the Catholic Sabha.
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Mother Superior, IHM Convent, Barkur, Gilbert D’Silva ,Presiden,t Catholic Sabha Kalyanpur Varado, Vivet Lewis, Secretary of Barkur Unit, Deacon Br Darel Fernandes and representatives of various organizations of the church were present on the stage. Gerald Gonsalves, Barkur was the main coordinator of the event . The get together was concluded with a sumptuous lunch.