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1 Vol. 4 Issue 6 Nov-Dec 2013 faridabad diocesan bulletin -1-

2 Prayerful greetings to our Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara on his Priestly Ordination Day on December 18th, 2013 Congratulations... Festal Greetings to our Dear Fathers Msgr. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan 20th January Fr. Rajan Punnackal 20th January Fr. Sebastian Theckanath 20th January Fr Baby Puthussery VC 20th January -2- Fr. Rony Thoppilan 20th January Fr. Sebastian Areeparambil 20th January Festal Greetings to all our Rev. Sisters and Laity, having Patron s Day in January and February, 2014 Fr. Sebastian Moolechalil 20th January

3 Faridabad Diocesan Bulletin Volume - 4, Issue -6, November-December santhomemessenger@gmail.com XmfpIfn Editorial Board Patron Archbishop Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara Chief Editor Rev. Fr. Antony Moothedan Managing Editor Rev. Fr. Jetto Thottungal Sub Editor Shri. Johnson V.P. Members Msgr. Dr. Sebastian Vadakumpadan Rev. Dr. Pious Malekandathil Rev. Fr. Varghese Moonjely Rev. Fr. Jimmichan Karthanam Rev. Fr. John Mylamvelil Shri. Thankachan Jose Smt. Celin George Design & Layout Thomas Mampilly Published by Diocese of Faridabad Sant Alphonsa Bhavan, 8 A/13, WEA Karol Bagh, New Delhi info@faridabaddiocese.in Website: PASTORAL LETTER {InkvXpaÊv ktµiw...05 The Gift...10 Delhi Syro-Malabar Youth Movement kotdm ae_mà sa{xm³ kn\unsâ \nàt±iw Department of Catechesis...16 Department of Family Apostolate...17 St Joseph s Service Society SOCIAL FORUM ^cozm_mzv cq]x CShI hmà IÄ...25 Santhome Bible Convention Printed at Jyoti Printers, Noida (Private Circulation Only) -3-

4 Events of Previous Months November st November am SGSM Sister s Jubilee, Goldakana pm Golden Jubilee, Mount St Mary s School 03rd November am Holy Communion and Confirmation, Holy Family Church, Pushp Vihar pm Church Blessing, in the Latin Diocese, Faridabad 06th November am New Priests Get-together, Karol Bagh 08th-10th November Santhome Bible Convention, Noida 16th November pm Parish Feast, St. Ephrem s Parish, Vikaspuri 17th November am Holy Communion and Confirmation, Mother Teresa Parish, South Extension pm Holy Communion and Confirmation, St. Pius X, Parish, Dwarka 20th November am Meeting with Chief Minister, New Delhi am Meeting with UPA Chairperson Smt. Sonia Gandhi 21st November pm Visited Aakashapparavakal, Ayanagar 24th November am Christ the King Feast Celebration, Cathedral, Faridabad 24th November pm Ruhalaya Seminary, Ujjain (M.P.), Visited Missions 25th November am CBCI Goldakana - CNEWA consultation 28th November am Visited Meerut Diocese pm Assisi School Anniversary, Noida 29th November am Consulter s Meeting, Karol Bagh 30th November pm Infant Jesus School Anniversary, Sanjoepuram pm St. Peter s School Anniversary, Faridabad December st December am Installation of S.H Forane Church, Gurgaon pm Annual Retreat for Priests, Sanjoepuram 06th December am Priests Get-together, Okhla 07th December pm Malankara Catholic Church Blessing, Okhla 08th December am Parish Feast & Parish Declaration and Feast of Mary Matha Parish, Mayur Vihar Phase II & I.P. Extension pm Social Service Forum Meeting, Karol Bagh 10th December pm Apostolic Nunciature 11th December am Dalit Protection Rally, Jandar Mandir 11th December pm Meeting with Union Minister Shri Kapil Sibal as a Head of the Dalit deligation. 14th December pm Annual Day Celebration, S.D Sisters, Jahangir Puri, Visited Kheradjured 15th December pm Gloria 2013, DSYM Carol Singing Competition at Fr. Agnel School, Gautam Nagar, New Delhi 16th December pm Faridabad Diocese s New Bishop s House Blessing 18th December pm Visited Syro-Malabar Bijnor Diocese and Kodwar 21st December pm Ecumenical Christmas Celebration, Mayur Vihar Phase II 24th December pm Christmas Celebration, Cathedral, Faridabad 25th December am Holy Mass and Church Blessing, St. Jude Thaddeus Church, Ashok Vihar 26th December am To Kerala 27th December pm Parish Feast at Kaitharam, Kerala 28th December Ordination, Idukki 29th December Ordination, Wayanad 30th December Ordination, Wayanad -4-

5 Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara Bishop of Faridabad My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Beloved children, Once again Christmas is approaching us with God's gracious gift of salvation to every one of good will on earth. The mystery of incarnation unfolded in the Sacred Scriptures introduces us to a Redeemer who assumes our human nature and abides among us as the Emmanuel - God with us. Child Jesus in the Crib gathers around him the whole humanity in need of salvation, proclaiming God's availability in him to all who seek him and creates a bond of communion and fraternity among all people. Assuming our human nature he sanctifies our frail human nature and offers us the gift of divine sonship. "To all who received him, who believed in His name, he gave power to become children of God" (Jn.1,12). Thus Christmas is in a very special sense, a celebration of fraternity, fellowship and love - a feast of families and communities, occasion to ensure peace in our lives, in our families and in our society. The message of Pope Francis on the occasion of the World Day of Peace is entitled Fraternity, the foundation and pathway to peace (8 December 2013). He underlines therein that, without fraternity it is impossible to build a just society and a solid and lasting peace. The family is the wellspring of all fraternity, and as such it is the foundation and the first pathway to peace, since, by its vocation, it is meant to spread its love to the world around it. As we are celebrating Christmas, every member of the family may review and examine their role and responsibility in the family. We should see whether the family is molded like the Holy Family; whether a spirit of prayer and unity flourish there and a new generation is formed in Christian values and principles. Family is the pulpit where the word of God is to be preached for the first time; family is called that sense the domestic church by the Second Vatican Council. Our Church is blessed with good families and they are known for strong family ties. Our tradition of family prayer is the uniting force and cementing element of family relationships. Let us thank the Lord for the atmosphere of fellowship and peace that exist in our families. Investing in faith formation is the best investment for the future generation. Our Churches laudable tradition of faith transmission and catechism classes has to be promoted strongly. In the changed times when our children are encountering daunting challenges from consumerism, secularization, ir-religiosity worldliness, etc a sound moral basis for their character is of great importance. The life of child Jesus, growing in faith and intellect (Luke 2, 18) must be a model for all our children. Once we learn to love at home and foster the spirit of Christian fellowship, we should be able to inculcate that to others. We live in a world of fast growing communication and -5-

6 globalization. But as Pope Benedict XVI pointed out, globalization makes us neighbours, but does not make us brothers. Pope Francis states that situations of inequality, poverty and injustice are signs of a profound lack of fraternity. Each person has to become a neighbour who cares for others. One should be able to answer the question Where is your brother? (Gen 4:9). This ability to respond (responsibility) should be practiced first of all in the families. Pope Paul VI (Popolorum Progressio) and John Paul II (Sollicitudo Rei Socialis) exhort us that the integral development of peoples is the new name of peace and that peace is an opus solidaritatis. Christian solidarity presumes that our neighbour is loved not only as a human being with his or her own rights and a fundamental equality with everyone else, but as the living image of God the Father, redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ and placed under the permanent action of the Holy Spirit, as another brother or sister. In other words, without recognizing the the common fatherhood of God we cannot practice the brotherhood of all in Christ. It is through incarnation that we become children in the Son children of God. Christmas gives us an opportunity to rediscover fraternity which Jesus has introduced in the world. This fraternity needs to be experienced, proclaimed and witnessed to in the families and society. But only love, bestowed as a gift from God, enables us to accept and fully experience fraternity. Pope Francis underlines that this fraternity is a gift of God associated with grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ, for the common good (cf. Eph 4:7,25; 1 Cor 12:7). This entails weaving a fabric of fraternal relationships marked by reciprocity, forgiveness and complete self-giving, according to the breadth and the depth of the love of God offered to humanity in the One who, crucified and risen, draws all to himself May this Christmas make us more aware of the fraternity for which we are called, recognizing the divine fatherhood of God. During Advent, many families keep fasting and practice little sacrifices. We have the good practice of offering special contributions during Christmas. Our Youth organize distributing winter kits to the poor and needy, to those who sleep under the over-bridges and flyovers the so called homeless. In some parishes, they collect food and clothes to distribute at the Railway stations and hospitals. Such initiatives are to be promoted. That s the best way to practice fraternity especially during Christmas. Just as one extends one s hand, one should learn to extend one s heart to others. A helping heart extends much more than a helping hand. Let us open up our hearts to others, starting with to the near and dear ones, to the family members and friends. Christmas is also a celebration of migrants. Joseph and Mary were migrants: they were on the move to Bethlehem, to Egypt, to Nazareth. Jesus is born in a migrant set-up. Our diocese is a mission and migrant diocese. We have left our homes and ancestors and find home in the migrated place. In that context, the spirit of fraternity and care for the other is all the more important. Let us all strive for an ecclesial life of true communion and togetherness. I wish you all a BLESSED CHRISTMAS and a PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR! Your Bishop Archbisop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara Bishop of Faridabad Diocese -6-

7 {InkvXpaÊv ktµiw c I\mb CutimbpsS ]ndhnxncp\mä BtLmjn phm\på Hcp nâ BWtÃm \½sfÃmhcpw. a\pjykz`mhw kzoicn v \½n Hcph\mbn þ sszhw \t½mspiqss (C½m \pthâ) F {]hn\w ]qà oicn Hcp c Is\bmWv ]pxnb\nba nse a\pjymhxmc clkyw \ap v ap¼nâ AhXcn n p Xv. a\pjymhxmc neqss sszhw a\pjy\mbn a\pjycpss CSbn hkn p p. sszh nsâ a\pjymhxmc neqss kmtlmzcy nsâ, ] pshbv ensâ, kvt\l nsâ Hcp DS¼Sn \½psS CSbn cq]w sim p. A s\, \mw FÃmhcpw ktlmzco ktlmzc mcpw kao]øcpambn. AXpsIm v ]ndhnxncp\mä kmtlmzcy nsâbpw, Iq«mbvabpsSbpw kvt\l nsâbpw BtLmjamWv. IpSpw_ fpssbpw kaql nsâbpw DÕhamWv. `qanbnâ a\pjyà v kam[m\hpw im nbpw \evim³ ]nd h³ \½psS PohnX fnepw IpSpw_ fnepw kaql nepw kam[m\hpw im nbpw ]Icp AhkchpamWv. kmtlmzcyamwv kam[m\ nsâ ASnØm\hpw amà hpw F v {^m³kokv amà]m temikam[m\ Zn\ nâ \evinb ktµi nâ ]dbp p. ktµi nâ amà]m Du n ]dbp Hcp Imcyw ""]ckv]ckvt\lw IqSmsX Hcp \à kaqls hmàs Sp phmt\m kam[m\w kpøm]n phmt\m \ap v km[n nã. ]ckv]ckvt\l nsâ t{imxêpw ]cnioe\ fcnbpamwv IpSpw_w, kam[m\ nte på {]YahmXmb\amWXv. A s\ temiw apgph\ntebv pw kvt\l nsâ {]Imiw hoiphm³ {]m]vxamb IpSpw_ Ä cq]w simåww F mwv''. ]ndhnxncp\mä BtLmjn pt¼mä \ap v \½psS IpSpw_ fnte v H p Xncnªp t\m mw. Hcp IpSpw_mwKw F \nebnâ \½psS ISaIfpw IÀ hy fpw D chmznxzt mss \mw \ndthäp pt m? \½psS IpSpw_ sf XncpIpSpw_ nsâ amxribnâ cq]s Sp phm³ \ap v km[n p pt m? {]mà \bpss, sfiy nsâ A co mâ apjcnxamtwm \½psS IpSpw_ Ä? {InkvXob aqey fnepw [mà½nixbnepw A[njvTnXamb Hcp ]pxnb Xeapdsb hmàs Sp m³ \ap v km[n p pt m? amwkambn AhXcn hn\w ] pshb s ts {]Ya hn\]otamwv IpSpw_w. AXn\memWv c mw h n m³ Iu knâ ""KmÀlnI k`'' F v IpSpw_s hntijn n p Xv. \à amxrim IpSpw_ fmepw, IpSpw Ô fmepw A\p{KloXbmWv \½psS k`. CXnsâ {][m\ ImcWw iàntbdnb hnizmk nâ Bgs «\½psS IpSpw_{]mÀ \IfmWv. kam[m\ nsâbpw ]ckv]ckvt\l nsâbpw Cu \à IpSpw_m co w \ap v {]Zm\w sn p Xn\v \Ãh\mb sszht msp \ap v \µn ]dbmw. \ap v ss]xriambn e`n hnizmkw hcpw Xeapdbv v ssiamdpibpw _²{i²cmbn sszhhnizmk ]cnioe\w ]IÀ psimsp pibpamwv BXy niambn \½psSsbÃmw ISa. kzà n\pth n \nt ]w Iq«phm\pÅ ]mt Ä CfwXeapdbpw ssihiam Ww. D] t`mivxrkwkvimc nsâbpw, ax\nct] XbptSbpw, \ncoizcxbpssbpw, `uxnixbpssbpw IcmflkvX fnâ \n v Hgnªpamdn kzà s e yw sh v ss{ikvxh aqey fnâ ASnbpd v hfcphm³ \½psS Ip«nIÄ mhww. Úm\ nepw {]mb nepw sszh nâbpw a\pjycpssbpw {]oxnbnâ hfà p h tbiphns\ AhÀ Hcp D a amxribm Ww. \½psS IpSpw_ fnâ \n pw \mw BÀÖn kvt\l nsâ ]mt Ä aäpåhcnte pw ]IÀ p \evim³ \ap mhww. BtKmfhXv cwhpw Bibhn\nabhpw {ZpXKXnbn hfà psim ncn p Hcp temi nemwv \mw Pohn p Xv. BtKmfhXv cww \s½ Ab mcm p p. F mâ BtKmfhXv cww \s½ ktlmzc mcm pibnã F v _\ UnIvSv 16þmw a³ amà]m bpss hm piä C cpw nâ {]kàamwv. kmtlmzcyanãmbvabpss IpdhmWv C p ImWp A\oXn, AkaXzw, Zmcn{Zyw F nh kqnn n p sx v {^m³knkv amà]m bpw \s½ ]Tn n p p. \nsâ ktlmzc³ FhnsS? F sszhni kzc n\v {]Xyp cw simsp m³ \ap v IgnbWw. ]ckv]ckvt\lw F henb D chmznxzw \mw IpSpw_ fnâ \n v ]cnioen Ww. -7-

8 t]mä Bdma³ amà]m Xsâ Popolorum Progressio bneqssbpw tpm t]mä c ma³ amà ]m Xsâ Sollicitudo Rei Socialis F Nm{InI tej\ neqssbpw \s½ hyàambn ]Tn n p Hcp Imcyw ""a\pjycpss ka{kamb hnik\w kam[m\ neqss am{xta km[yamiq F XmWv.'' Cu kam[m\w sfiy nâ \n mwv DZbw sn p Xv. {InkvXob sfiyw Asà nâ kmtlmzcy kvt\lw F Xv tihew Ab mcs\ Ahsâ AhImi tfmss I v BXy niambn kaxz n\pth n kvt\ln p Xn\pa pdw kz w Ab mc³ F mâ sszh nsâ kmzriy mâ krjvsn s «c I\mb CutimbpsS Xncpcà mâ c n s «]cn. Bßmhv hkn p kz w ktlmzcnbpw ktlmzc\pw F t_m²yamwv. asämcp hm nâ ]dªmâ FÃmhcpw ]nxmhmb sszh nsâ a fmsw bmymà yw AwKoIcn msx FÃmhcnepw {InkvXphnsâ kmtlmzcyw \ap v A\p`hn m³ km[n pibnã. tbip temi n\v {]Zm\w snbvx kvt\l nsâ kzvhmà hgn \½psS PohnX sf \hoicn phm\på AhkcamWv ]ndnxncp\mä. Cu ]ckv]ckvt\lw IpSpw_ fnepw kaql nepw A\p`hn phm\pw {]tlmjn phm\pw km yw \eviphm\pw \ap v km[yamiww. sszhw \½n \nt ]n ncn p kvt\ lw F henb \n[n kmtlmzcyw AwKoIcn phm\pw BkzZn phm\pw \s½ {]m]vxcm p p. ""FÃmhcpsSbpw \ bv mbn sszhw \evip Ir]bpambn tnà p \nev p XmWv kmtlmzcysa v'' {^m³knkv amà]m DZvtLmjn p p. abneqssbpw, \nkzmà XbneqsSbpw, kaà W neqssbpw \mw ]ckv]c kvt\l nsâ \qengiä Iq«n Xp Ww. ImcWw sszhw kzbw iq\yhxvicn v a\pjymhxmcw snbvxv {IqinX\mbn D m\w snbvxxv sszh nsâ a\pjyt\mspå kvt\l nsâ Bghpw ]c pw aqeamwv. \msaãmw sszh]p{x mcmsw pw \mw hnfn s «ncn p Xv kzmà XbpsSbpw InSaÕc nsâbpw Cu temi v kvt\l nsâ {]hmni mcmiphm\pw BsW Xncn dnhv cq]s Sp phm³ Cu ]ndhnxncp\mä klmbn s«. Cu BKa\Ime v t\m¼p FSp pibpw XymK Ä kln pibpw sn p H ncn IpSpw_ Ä D v. {InkvXpaÊv Ime v AicWsc klmbn p Hcp \à ]Xnhpw \½psS CSbnep v. Cu XWp pime pw XeNmbv m³ CSanÃmsX hgnbcpinepw taâ me Ä p Iognepw Ignbp a Ä v hkv{x fpambn t]mip \½psS bphp\ Ä CXn\v aiptsmzmlcwamwv. \½psS Nne CShIIÄ hkv{xhpw ` Whpw tijcn v Bip]{XnIfnepw sdbnâth tìj\pifnepw simsp p v. C s\bpå kâ{]hà niä t{]mõmln n Ww. ImcWw sszhni kmtlmzcy nâ ] ptncm³ Cu ]ndhn Ime v \ap v e`n p henb AhkcamWXv. aäpåhsc klmbn m³ Xpd Ic Ä \o«p Xpt]mse A]c\pth n Hcp lrzbhpw \½n cq]s SWw. klmbn p Ic tf mä hneaxn s Sp Xv klmbn m\på lrzbhnimexbmwv. \ap v \½psS lrzbw \½psS {]nbs «hà pw Ab mà pambn Xpd pshbv mw. ]ndhnxncp\mä {]hmknifpss BtLmjamWv. tpmk^pw, tacnbpw {]hmknifmbncp p. t_xvsetlante pw, CuPn]vXnte pw, \{k nte papå ]memb\ nembncp p AhÀ. Cutim P\n Xv Hcp A`bmÀ n A co nemwv. \½psS cq]xbpw Hcp t{]jnxþ{]hmkn cp]xbmwv. \mw \½psS kz w \mspw, hospw, _Ôpan{XmZnIsfbpw hn«v Cu a nte v tnt dn ]mà hcmwv. AXpsIm pxs ]ckv]ckvt\lhpw, IcpXepw \½psS CSbn {][m\s «ImcyamWv. HcpabpsSbpw, ] pshbv ensâbpw, Iq«mbvabpsSbpw Hcp kwa\zb PohnX n \mbn \ap v {]bxv\n mw. IpSpw_ fnepw IpSpw_ bqwnäpifnepw CShIIfnepw kvt\ liq«mbvabnâ Bgs «v cq]xm Xe nâ sfiy nsâbpw kmtlmzcy nsâbpw kvt\ lkm yw \eviphm³ Cu {InkvXpaÊv \s½ {]m]vxcm s«. ]ndhnxncp\mä awkfmiwkiä FÃmhÀ pw t\à psim pw ]pxphàjw A\p{Kl{]ZamIt«sb v {]mà n psim pw \n fpss kz w ]nxmhv BÀ p_nj v amà Ipcymt mkv `cwnipf c ^cozm_mzv cq]xbpss sa{xm³ -8-

9 kotdm ae_mà ^cozm_mzv cq]xbv v XeØm\ \Kcnbn BØm\ aµncw 2013 Unkw_À 16 Xn fmgvn ^cozm_mzv cq]xma Ä v BlvfmZ nsâ kpzn\ambncp p. cq]x Øm]nXambn H chàjw XnIbpw ap³]v UÂlnbpsS lrzb`mk v kz ambn ^cozm_mzv cq]xbpss _nj v lukpw Hm^okpIfpw Iyqcnbbpw {]hà n p Xn \mbn X mdmb BØm\ aµnc nsâ DZvLmS\Zn\ambncp p A v. Delhi - NCR  \n p am{xaã C ybpss GXp`mK p\n pw UÂlnbn F nbmepw (Air/ Rail/ Road) hfsc Ffp nâ F nt cphm³ km[n p Øe mwv Cu BØm\ aµncw F Xv {]txyiw FSp p]dtb hkvxpxbmwv. ItcmÄ _mkv sat{sm tìj\nâ \n v 150 aoäà Zqc nâ \nesimåp Cu cq]xm`h\w CBCI, h n m³ Imcymebw, UÂln AXncq] XbpsS sa{xm³ aµncw F nhbpss hfsc ASp v Xs bmsw Xn kotdm ae_mà a fmb \ap v GhÀ pw A`nam\n phm³ AÀlXbp v. Unkw_À 16þ\p sshio«v 3 awn v Cu BØm\ aµnc nsâ BioÀÆmZIÀ½w ^cozm_mzv cp] Xm²y ³ BÀ v_nj vamà Ipcymt mkv`cwnipf cbpss klimàanixz nâ kotdm ae _mà k`m tapà BÀ v_nj v IÀ±n\mÄ amà tpmàöv Bet cn \nàæln p. BioÀÆmZ IÀ½ nâ ae c It men mk` tapà BÀ p_nj v IÀ±n\mÄ amà _tkentbmkv oankv It men m _mh, Xncph\ ]pcw AXncq]X BÀ v_nj v tum.kqk ]miyw, _npvt\mà _nj v tum.tpm hst Â, ae c It men mk` _mlyticf sa{xm³ tp _v amà _ÀW_mkv C ybnse h n m³ Øm\]Xn Imcymeb nse tam kntªmàamcmb sdmam\pkv at_\, ahptdm F nhà klimà½nicmbncp p. ti{µa{ n s{]m^. si.hn. txmakv, Fw.]namcmb tpmkv.si.amwn, Btâm BâWn, tpmbn F{_lmw, ]n.sn. txmakv, NmÄkv Ubkv, UÂln AXncq]X hnimcn P\dmÄ ^m. kqssk sk_mìy³, ae c _mly ticf anj³ hnimcn P\dmÄ ^m. Um\ntb Ipgn S nâ XpS nbhà NS nâ ]s Sp p. IqSmsX -9-

10 cq]xbpss IognepÅ FÃm CShIIfn \n pw hnimcnamcpw, ssi mc mcpw, cq]xm Xe nepå kwls\m {]Xn\n[nIfpw, cq]xbpss IognepÅ hnhn[ Øm]\ fnse sshznicpw, k\ymkn\n k\ymk `h\ fnse {]Xn\n[nIfpw sszhm \p{klw \ndª Cu Ncn{X aplqà nâ ] ptnà p. cq]x hnimcn P\dmÄ tam. tum. sk_mìy³ hs pw]ms³ Bcw` nâ Xs FÃm hninjvsmxnyniä pw sshznià pw kzmkxw t\à p {]kwkn p. BioÀÆmZ IÀ½ n \ptijw IÀ±n\mÄ amà oankv, BÀ v_nj v kqk]miyw F nhà A\p{Kl{]`mjWw \S n. XpSÀ v, ^cozm_mzv cq]xm²y ³ BÀ v_nj v Ipcymt mkv `cwnipf c Cu sszhm\p{kl \nanj fnâ ] ptnà FÃmhninjvSmXnYnIÄ pw lrzbw \ndª \µn tcjs Sp n. kàæià\mb sszh nsâ ]cn]me\sim pam{xamwv cq]x Øm]nXambn C{Xbpw s]«v Hcp cq]xm`h\w kz am phm³ IgnªsX v ]nxmhv Du n ]dªp. hfsctbsd {]bmk tfmssbpå \½psS cq]xbpss {]bmw nâ UÂlnbpsS ImXemb `mk pxs \ap v Hcp BØm\ aµncw sh ncn phm³ IgnªXv sszhm \p{klw sim pam{xamwv. C s\sbmcp aµncw D miphm³ th n cq]xbnse Hmtcm a fpw {]mà n Xnsâ ^ew IqSnbmWnsX v ]nxmhv HmÀ½n n p. H ncn km¼ ni {]XnkÔnIfpsS IS pt]mbnsim ncn pibmwv \½psS cq]x. BØm\ aµnc n \pth n cq]x hnhn[ ]²XnIÄ Bkq{XWw snbvxv [\tijcww \S n. cq]xma fpss \nkvxpeamb klicw n\v ]nxmhv {]txyiw \µn ]dªp. Cu ]²XnIÄ FÃmw Xs h³ hnpbambncp p. CXn\pth n BßmÀ ambn {]hà n tam. sk_mìy³ hs pw]ms³, dh.^m. Pn½n IÀ m\w, dh.^m. hà okv ]mem«n, dh.^m. sd³k sx n\ng v F nhsc ]nxmhv {]txyiw A`n\µn p. Cu BØm\ aµnc n\pth n [\klmbw \evinb FÃm hyànitfbpw, CShIItfbpw {]txyin v henb Hcp XpI \evin klmbn ZnÂjmZv KmÀU³ s^mtdm\tbbpw A s ]mcojv Iu knâ AwK tfbpw {]txyiw HmÀ pibpw \µn]dbpibpw snbvxp. \½psS cq]xbnepå sshznicnâ `qcn`mkhpw, cq]xbnte v sshznisc \evinsim ncn p Xpw FdWmIpfwþA amen AXncq]XbmWv. \½psS cq] XbpsS BØm\aµnc n\pth n Gähpw IqSpX [\klmbw kw`mh\ bmbn \evinbxpw FdWmIpfwþA amen AXncq]XbmWv. AXncq]XbpsS BÀ p _nj pw k`bpss ]nxmhpamb Bet cn ]nxmhn\pw AXncq]Xbv pw BÀ v _nj v Ipcymt mkv `cwnipf c {]txyiw lrzbw \ndª \µnbpw IrXÚXbpw tcjs Sp n. XpSÀ v, cq]xm`h\ nsâ \nà½mw n\p kabmkab fnâ D] tziw \evin klmbn BÀ nssivsv {io. ^nent mkv tpmwns\ {]txyiw A`n\µn pibpw BZckqNIambn IÀ±n\mÄ amà tpmàöv Bet cn s]m msbwnbn pibpw snbvxp. cq]xm`h\ nse Nm en\pth n \sãmcp XpI kw`mh\ \evinb {io. ImÀhdn\v {]txyiw \µn ]dbpibpw BZckqNIambn IÀ±n \mä amà oankv s]m msbwnbn pibpw snbvxp. cq]xm BØm\ aµnc nsâ \nà½mw {]hà \ fpss {][m\ NpaXe hln ncp Xv cq]xmimcymeb nâ tkh\a\pjvtn p {io. ]n.f. t]mtf«\msw pw At±l nsâ BßmÀ amb {]bxv\w H psim pam{xamwv \nà½mww ]qà nbmbn Ct Znhkw \ap v BioÀÆZn phm³ IgnªsX pw -10-

11 ]nxmhv {]txyiw FSp p ]dªp. {io.t]mtf«\v ]nxmhv lrzbw \ndª \µn tcjs Sp p txmssm w BZckqNIambn BÀ p_nj v kqk]miyw s]m msbwnbn pibpw snbvxp. cq]x Iyqcnbmbnse FÃm sshznitcbpw IÀ±n\mÄ Bet cn s]m msbwnbn v A`n\µn pibpw cq]xmimcymeb nse Ìm^n\v k½m\ Ä \evin A\ptamZn pibpw snbvxp. cq]x BØm\ aµnc nsâ Electronic Name Board sâ switch on IÀ½w cq]x hnimcn P\dmÄ tam. sk_mìy³ hs pw]ms³ \nàæln p. XZhkc nâ UÂln kotdm ae_mà anj³ (1992þ2012) ImeL«fn AXnsâ {]hà \ fnâ kpoh ] mfnifmbncp hcpss {]Xn\n[nIfmb {io. txmakv & kqk³ txmakv, {io. txmakv.si.sp, {io. kn_n hà okv, {io. tpm k hn.]n, {io. tpmkv AKÌn³, {io. sfkiv si. F, {io. Nmt m, {io. si.si. tpmàöv, {io. X ³ tpmkv, {io. P.Z.tXmakv, {io. Geym½ A{_lmw, {io. sdpn txmakv, {io. tpmàöv txmakv, {io. amxyp. Fw. tpmk^v, {io. txmakvip«n, {io.cmpp, tiwâ amxyp F nhsc BZcn pibpw snbvxp. XpSÀ v IÀ±n\mÄ tpmàöv Bet cn cq]xmti{µ nse S.H. Block sâ DXvLmS\w \nàæln p. Unkw_À 18 \p 30þmw axv HmÀUn t\j³ tu BtLmjn p ^cozm_mzv cq]xm²y \v FÃmhcpw BiwkIÄ t\cpibpw XpSÀ v Nmb kxv mct mspiqsn NS piä kam]n pibpw snbvxp. NEW DIOCESAN CENTER BLESSED On behalf of our beloved Pastor Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara I thank you for your for your precious presence at this historic moment of our diocese. Let us thank the Lord for his abundant blessings. NEW ADDRESS: Please note that from the address of our Diocese will be: Bishop s House B1/32 N.E.A., Karol Bagh, New Delhi Tel (M) THE BISHOP s HOUSE STILL NEEDS THE FOLLOWING: Please help! 6 computers for the office One network printer cum photocopier One Fax machine 8 landline phones 6 office tables 4 office shelves(two already sponsored) 20 chairs for office and room Curtains for three rooms Chapel furnishings (Already sponsored) Kitchen items: one fridge, non-stick oven One dining table, dinner sets 8 ceiling fans; 6 air-conditioners (two already sponsored) 3 water purifiers/filters (RO) 8 Cots and beds 4 bedrooms shelves (one already sponsored) 2 sofa-sets; conference room furnishing One solar water heater, ETC Msgr. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan Vicar General -11-

12 The Gift Neha Mariya Benny, Our Lady of Fathima Forane Church, Jasola, Okhla Set in the pristine valley of Dehradun, the following is the story of a true friend, a person who laid down his own life for his friend, the story of David and Robert. Born on the same day in the same place on 8th December 1969 in St. Mary s Hospital, they were inseparable, right from the beginning. There wasn t a time when they weren t together, just like best friends. But their behaviours were extreme different - poles apart. David was easily influenced by almost everybody, and was vulnerable to depression. He kept all his emotions to himself or you can call him an introvert. But Robert was radically different, happygo-lucky, lovable but very mature at heart. David used to take prayer as a burden upon himself but Robert saw it as a conversation with the Almighty God who makes all things in this universe and beyond happen. 12th March 1985 Matriculation exams were over. Everybody was celebrating the end of a major period of their life school. And now waiting for the results.. Two weeks later, their results were announced. David passed with flying scores 97% in the science stream. He was the topper of his school and district. Poor Robert had to be content with a mere 75%. He knew problems would arise at his home regarding his marks. Nevertheless, he was happy for his friend David, who consoled him even in his triumphant victory. Both of them went home. Robert received the thrashings of his father, the naggings of his mother and much more. Unable to bear it, he ran away from his home. David, on hearing the news relentlessly pursued in search of his friend and finally found him, in a Church. He brought Robert back to his home, where his parents received him warmly a result of David s persuasion. A Happy ending, right? Sorry, but the story does not end here. 15th July 1985 David s parents Mr. and Mrs. Mathew sent him to higher studies in the prestigious Christ College -12-

13 in Bangalore. He wasn t happy, as Robert couldn t come because his parents weren t as well off as David s. A tearful farewell followed, with Robert bidding adieu to his closest childhood friend David, but not without promising him that he d come to visit him in his college after three years. David broke down, so did Robert as fate separated them The sprawling college with exquisite gardens and fountains, with the bustling city which provided for every possible necessity of his was a new sight for David who came from a rural area. He felt homesick in this new place and missed his friend Robert very much.. Meanwhile Robert enrolled himself in a college near his home, and took a degree in B.Com. Every day he used to think about David. You see, at that time even telephones were a rarity, leave alone the Internet or Skype or the Mobile phones we use today. So David or Robert couldn t contact each other. The only way was by sending letters. But Robert noticed that the frequency of David s letters lessened day by day. There was very saddening reason behind this too.. David got new friends in his college. He was very popular among friends. He transformed into a person who would do anything for his friends. But that didn t affect his grades, for he was brilliant. So some notorious students decided to lead him astray. And unfortunately David fell into their trap. He began to stop going for the Holy Mass. Those bad friends taught every possible act of notoriety and crime to the innocent David, liquor, drugs and eveteasing became a normal part of his life. He forgot his friend Robert. He stopped writing letters to even his parents. He was leading a life in darkness, like that of the Lost Sheep, having no idea where he was going.. Back at home, David s parents were worried about him. They had no idea where he was. Little did they know that David had become a member of the most feared gang in the whole city. Seeing their anxiety, Robert couldn t contain himself and went in search of David, just as David had done years ago. He took the train to Bangalore.. The hustle and bustle of city disturbed Robert and just like any other villager, he wished to go back home. But the love for his friend and the sheer determination to fulfill the promise he made to David s dad kept him going. He visited David s hostel and asked the students there about his whereabouts. Uttering David s name evoked fear in their minds, he didn t know why. He was to know it soon Someone showed him David s room. Entering it made him gag. The air was foul with the smell of liquor and he saw David, his best friend sleeping like a zombie even at noon. He couldn t understand what was happening. He went to wake up David who punched him in the face and under the daze of drugs, pulled out a pistol. Robert got scared but asked, why did you do that to me? But David screamed at him saying, who are you to disturb my sleep? Get out of my room before I pull the trigger. Out, I said, right now! Now Robert slowly understood the events as the mystery unfolded before his eyes. But he wasn t going to give up till bring you back as my friend, David he thought as he went out. A daunting task indeed. -13-

14 Vocation Promotion Camp A camp for high school and above students (boys) has been organized on 21st to 23rd and 28th to 30th March 2014 (Friday to Sunday) in Sanjoepuram. Those who are interested to become priests for the Diocese of Faridabad are most welcome. Parents and catechism teachers may please encourage our boys to attend this first Vocation Camp organized by our diocese. Fr. Peter Kanjirakattukary Vocation Promoter Diocese of Faridabad - Delhi (M) Robert followed David everywhere he went to the bar, clubs, godowns and the meeting house of the gang of criminals. He tried to meet him, talk to him, persuade him to go back to his home but all in vain. David couldn t just recognize him After a week of unending persuasion, Robert decided to give it a last try. He went to the Church and prayed fervently so that the soul of his friend may be saved. Soon, it was going to happen. David s gang had engaged in a fight with another gang. While David was walking back to the hostel, they attacked him. While he fought off most of them effortlessly, he didn t see one man holding a knife creeping stealthily behind his back. But Robert who was following David saw it and ran to his rescue. In the fight that followed, David heard Robert scream, Run for your life David, run. Suddenly he was struck by the voice as lightning and he recognized his friend Robert. He helplessly watched as the fight continued. Floods of memories filled his mind as he anxiously hoped for Robert to return. And Robert did return victoriously. David hugged him and at that moment he experienced happiness, something he hadn t got for ages. But it was short lived, because someone shot Robert, right through the heart. David was horrified as he watched his friend die, falling head first to the ground, in a slow motion. Robert whispered as he lay on the ground, I am in peace now, David, thank God you came back to normal life. The warmth in his eyes were gone and his hands went cold as his soul left for the heavenly abode, leaving David crying helplessly over his dead body, begging God to help him return, to bring back his Robert. But the cruel hands of death snatched him away, making David unable to do anything. At that very moment he received a fresh lease of life, that of his friend Robert. And he accepted this gift wholeheartedly, doing justice to it. (This story was got first prize in story writing competition of Santhome Fest 2013 for junior section ) -14-

15 Delhi Syro-Malabar Youth Movement ( ) [Department of Youth Apostolate, Diocese of Faridabad] The Director-DSYM, Bishop s House, 8A / 13, WEA, Karolbagh, New Delhi Mob.: , , 32, Tel#: , Fax# : dsymdelhi@gmail.com, info@dsym.org Website:- DSYM Mega Christmas Celebration GLORIA 2013 This was the fourth time that DSYM organized GLORIA. GLORIA 2013 organized at Fr. Agnel School, Gautam Nagar, New Delhi started at 10 am with Holy Mass. There were 23 teams in all. 13 for English Section and 10 for Malayalam section. There were some really good performances this time. In English category St. Alphonsa Parish, Noida came first. Church of Assumption Forane, Mayur Vihar Phase - III came second and Bl. Mother Teresa Parish, South Extension came third. In Malayalam category, team A from Sacred Heart Forane Church, Gurgaon under the leadership of Mr. Lijo Devasseykutty came first. St. Peter's Parish, R.K Puram came second and Church of Our Lady Of Fatima Forane, Okhla-Jasola came third. The carol singing competition was followed by a public meeting. Archbishop Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, Bishop of Diocese of Faridabad, Fr. Franklin Philip D'souza, National Director of ICYM and Secretary of CBCI Youth Commission, Shri George Kallivayalil, Chief of Bureau - Deepika, Fr. Babu Kattakayam, Parish Priest, Bl. Mother Teresa Parish, graced the occasion with their august presence. The public meeting was interspersed with cultural activities from various DSYM units. DSYM unit, Noida presented a beautiful English carol, DSYM unit, R.K Puram presented a skit cum Malayalam carol and Mr. Jaimon sang a melodious Christmas carol. DSYM unit, Dilshad Garden presented a skit which was a visual treat to the audience. The program ended with National Anthem. Mr. Shinu Joseph (President DSYM) presided over the function. Mr. Shanky B. Xavier (General Secretary DSYM) welcomed dignitaries. Ms. Julia Joseph and Albin John Joint convenors: GLORIA 2013 gave a brief introduction about the competitions before the prize declaration. Mr. Albin -15-

16 CBCI Labour Commission's North Zonal Convention Archbishop Dr. Kuriakose Bharanikulankara, Chairman, Commission for Labour Northern Region of CBCI, giving presidential address at its North Zonal Convention on October 30, 2013 at Don Bosco Provincial House in Okhla. It was two days convention in which representatives from different dioceses and NGOs in North India as well as few from Chennai participated and discussed challenges and issues of labourers in unorganized sector and nuances of Social Security Scheme and Food Security Bill. Photo Left to right : Others on the Dias,Rev.Fr.Rajan Punnackal (Labour Secretary Northern Region), Mr. Cyril Sanju (PS, Minister to Overseas Affairs, Govt. of India), Bishop Dr. Oswald Lewis (Chairman CBCI office for the Labour / Bishop of Jaipur), Rev.Fr.Joson Tharkan John ( From Bread Noida) and Rev. Fr. Jaison Vadassery, Secretary Labour Office John (Joint secretary & Joint Convener GLORIA 2013) proposed vote of thanks. Report of Reaching the Youth programme DSYM - Dilshad Garden, St. Francis of Assisi Forane Church unit visit and unit election on 30/11/2013 In the presence of Fr. Jiju Thuruthikkara, DSYM Director and Mr.Shanky B Xavier as Observers from DSYM Diocesan Executive Committee and also Fr. Prince Parathinal (Assistant Parish Priest- Dilshad Garden parish), Dilshad Garden unit conducted their elections. The event started with a prayer by Fr. Prince Parathinal, followed by a speech by Fr. Jiju Thuruthikkara, Mr. Shanky B Xavier and Mr. Jeikanth. The election started by 4pm and the following office bearers were elected: President: Goldie Thomas, Vice Presidents: Anisha Xavier & Jitin Lukose, General Secretary: Jitin Joseph, Joint Secretaries: Ben Philip & Lydia Joy, Treasurer: Siya Thomas, Joint Treasurer: Merin Thomas, Youth Councilors: Bibin Joy, Anjali B. Mathew, Ex-Officio Members: Tincy Thomas, Bush Simon. The event concluded with the former president and the newly elected president giving a concluding speech. -16-

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18 CIRCULAR Department of Catechesis Diocese of Faridabad 8A/13, W.E.A, Karol Bagh, New Delhi Phone: Website : Christmas&NewYearGreetings Dear Father/Sister/Teacher, 1.One-Day Training Programme for Catechism Teachers One Day Training Programme for catechism Teachers is held on January 11th Second Saturday at Fatima MathaForane Church, Jesola,Okhla. Programme begins at 9.30 and ends at 4.30.Make use of the opportunity maximum to participate in the training programme. Please inform the participants number at the earliest. Registration Fee is Rs Catechism Teacher s Convention Catechism Teacher s Get-together will be on January 26 Sunday at Infant Jesus Forane Church, Palam. All the Rev.Fathers and Catechism Teachers are requested to participate in the convention. Please send the number of participants without dely. The vehicles could be parked on the sub-way near to the petrol pump. 3.East Zone Catechism Children s Convention Catechism Children s Convention in the East Zone will be on February 2nd Sunday at St.Francis School,Indirapuram(AbhayKhand-III/2, Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh). With Prayers Fr. JimmichanKarthanam Director DEPARTMENT OF CATECHESIS DIOCESE OF FARIDABD Catechism South Zonal Children's Convention Inaugurated by Rev. Fr. Kuruvila Marottickal, Forane Vicar, Jasola-Okhla -18- Catechism South Zonal Children's Convention at Our lady of Fatima Forance Church, Jasola-Okhla

19 Department of Family Apostolate Diocese of Faridabad Marriage Preparation Courses (MPC) For The Year 2014 Venue : Navinta Retreat House, Opp. 251 Sukhdev Vihar, Next To Don Bosco Technical School, New Delhi , PH (Friday 9 A.M. to Sunday 5 P.M.) JANUARY 17, 18 & 19 FEBRUARY 28,MARCH 1 & 2 MARCH 21,22 & 23 APRIL 25,26 & 27 MAY 16,17 & 18 JULY 25,26 & 27 AUGUST 29,30 & 31 OCTOBER 10, 11 & 12 NOVEMBER 28, 29 & 30 DECEMBER 12,13 & 14 Instructions: Please bring along (1) A letter or the registration form duly signed by the parish priest. (2) Two passport size photos (3) Personal care things for 2 days stay and (4) The course fee Rs (Book your seats at least 2 weeks in advance by SMS (Your name + Mobile No.+ Parish to ) Family Apostolate News Marriage Preparation Course (MPC) for the month of December, 2013 was held at Navinta Retreat House, Okhla from 6th to 8th December. Rev. Sr. Joe Mary, MSMI gave a lively beginning to the class with her action songs and spiritual messages. Rev. Fr. Varghese Moonjely, director of the Family Apostolate explained the sacrament of marriage to the class of 122 participants. Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara briefly told about the unitative and procreative aspects of marital love and gave his blessings to the participants. Mr. Vincent Thomas explained how the differences between man and woman as husband and wife can be sorted out. The Christian Marriage Act was -19-

20 explained by Advocate Alex. Rev. Fr. Rajan Punnackal narrated the canon law relating to marriage in a humorous way. The couples Dr. Joseph Sebastian and Darlin provided the class with practical ideas that go a long way in marital relationship. The participants had a great opportunity for confession and counseling. Mr. George Andrews, Rev. Sr. Celin, Rev. Sr. Philo, Rev. Sr. Dalia, Rev. Sr. Joe Mary and Mr. Vincent Thomas handled the counseling sessions. Rev. Sr. Suma S.D. took the class on sexuality and NFP. The course ended with distribution of certificates to the participants. ONE DAY SEMINARS FOR COUPLES ( 9.30 A.M. To 5.00 P.M.) SCHEDULE FOR 2014 Date & Day Married During covering Foranes Venue the year Jan 25 - Sat 2012 & 2013 Okhla,Mayur Vihar, Dilshd Garden Okhla Church and Faridbad Jan 26 - Sun Do Gurgaon, Palam & Karol Bagh Palam Church Feb 15 - Sat 2008 To 2011 Faridabad, Gurgaon, Palam Karol Bagh Church and Karol Bagh Feb 16-Sun Do Okhla,Mayur Vihar & Dilshd Garden Assisi School, Noida Mar 15 - Sat 2000 To 2007 Okhla, Mayur Vihar, Dilshd Garden Okhla Church and Faridabad Mar 16 - Sun Do Gurgaon, Palam & Karol Bagh Janak Puri Parish Apr 12 - Sat 1990 To 1999 Faridabad, Gurgaon, Palam Vikas Puri church and Karol Bagh Apr 13 - Sun Do Okhla, Mayur Vihar, Dilshd Garden Mayur Vihar Ph-I Aug15-Fri Silver and Golden Faridabad Diocese Assisi School, Noida Jubilarians of 2013 & 2014 Sep 13 - Sat 1987 or Earlier Okhla, Mayur Vihar, Dilshd Garden Okhla Church And Faridabad Sep 14 - Sun Do Gurgaon, Palam & Karol Bagh Karol Bagh Church Book your seats one week in advance by sending SMS to (Your Name+Mobile No. + Parish) Contact for details: Rev.Fr.Varghese Moonjely ( Director) Mob: Mr. Vincent Thomas(Co-ordinator) Mob: Mathrujyothis Meetings 2014 Parish Level Meetings Forane Level Meetings General Body Meeting - Every 3rd Sunday of the month - 2nd Saturday 4 P.M. ( Once in 2 months) - 4th Saturday 4 P.M.( Once in 3 months) at karol Bagh Executive Body Meeting - Tuesday/Thursday 4 P.M. ( Once a month) -20-

21 St Joseph s Service Society Department of Social Services, Diocese of Faridabad Adult Literacy Programme: The mission of adult literacy programme is to provide basic literacy by imparting functional literacy to women non-literates in the age group. This age group has been the focus of attention because they are in the productive and reproductive period of life. The literacy campaign offers them a second chance, in case they missed the opportunity or were denied access to mainstream formal education. Women will be able to assess and interpret their own needs in a number of different ways such as economic concerns, children's education, health issues, quality of life etc through literacy programme. In order to realise this objective, SJSS has appointed teachers and they are providing classes to this learners group. For the effective and immediate result of this programme, the Society has provided a literacy kit at free of cost. More than 350 women participate in the literacy programme from 20 villages of Faridabad district. Awareness programme on Safe Drinking Water There are many types of pollutants that can contaminate drinking water and triggers, illness and disease. Regardless of where drinking water comes from - a lake, a river, an underground aquifer, a well, a public water utility, and even bottled water - all can be contaminated by a number of impurities. Some of these contaminants include chemicals like pesticides, heavy metals such as arsenic and lead, human and animal waste, and even chemical byproducts created during drinking water treatment. Exposure to these contaminants can cause a number of health problems, ranging from nausea and stomach pain to developmental problems and cancer. SJSS conducted focussed group discussion and come to know that there are 3 villages facing these problems due to lack of safe drinking water. As it is a felt need of villagers SJSS provided 3 hand pumps and as a follow up to this activity, awareness programme. Mr. Bachchu Singh conducted training on safe drinking water and its right usage to -21-

22 the villagers. He explained the need of safe drinking water and how we can keep water healthy and clean. More than 75 villagers attended the training and all of them got awareness on the same. Exposure Trip A one day outing was conducted to NFE children on 30th November 2013 to New Delhi. A team of 3 teachers and 5 SPED III staff accompanied with 53 students in the trip. The aim of the trip was to recreate children and make them aware about the historical monuments. It was the first time; children got a chance to visit the places such as India gate, Rashtrapathi Bavan, Parliament, Children s Park and Zoo. Children enjoyed the day and had different exposure from their daily routine. It was a opportunity for children to understand about the style and amenities in the city for a better quality of life. Social Forum The diocesan Social service department organised a meet of diocesan socially spirited individuals and religious congregation on 8th December Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, Chaired the session in the presence of Msgr. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan and Fr. Varghese Palatty. The reaction towards to the invitation for this gathering given to the parish was remarkable one, which exceeded to the fifty members, working in different capacities. In the introductory speech, Fr. Varghese briefed the objectives of this meet as; to appreciate all those socially spirited diocesan members and seek their help in order to help the last, the least and the lost of the society. Indeed this gathering meant to understand and consolidate the various social initiatives done in the diocese by various individuals and religious congregations. Wide-ranging possibilities and responsibilities were being shared to enrich the diocesan social service centre by networking and innovative strategies during the gathering. Most of the participants from different working realm of profession participated in the meeting and shared about the various schemes, funding agencies, resources (man, material, money) CSR and Volunteer involvement in SJSS activities. Those noteworthy suggestions given by some of the participants, from their rich experience in their respective field, enhanced the gathering, to learn, relearn and unlearn many of the social work related concepts. The president of -22-

23 PÌokv Ipcy³ tpmk^v, Pkväokv kndnbiv tpmk^v _yqtdm No^v tpmàöv IÅnhb F nhsc BZcn p. the society, did wind up the session with concluding remarks, ensuring follow up of this meeting to get back to more tangible results by formulating a ad-hoc committee. Mr. Jose Augustine, SJSS governing body member proposed the vote of thanks to the gathering. The meeting came to an end by the blessing by the Archbishop Unkw_À 16 \p \S ^cozm_mzv cq]xbpss BØm\ aµnc nsâ sh ncn v IÀ½ Ä p tijw sshio«v kotdm ae_mà k`bnepå UÂlnbn tkh\a \pjvtn p {]^jwepifpss tbmkw IÀ±n \mä amà tpmàöv Bet cnbpss A²y Xbn tncpibpw XZhkc nâ k`bv p \ÂInb ani tkh\ n\p kp{]ow timsxn PUvPn PÌokv Ipcy³ tpmk^v, a\pjyhimi I½oj\Kw PÌokv kndnbiv tpmk^v, Zo]nI AtÊmkntbäv FUnädpw, UÂln _yqtdm No^pamb tpmàöv IÅnhben F nhsc s]m msbwnbn v IÀ±n\mÄ amà tpmàöv Bet cn BZcn p. Sports Fest and Cultural Fest As a part of the psycho-social development of the NFE children, SJSS organized a Sports fest cum the cultural fest at all the 5 NFE centres. Sports fest was held from 29th to 31st October. All were in a healthy competitive spirit. At each center there were 5 categories of games for the children. The prizes for the sports fest were given during the cultural fest held in the month of November from 20th to 22nd in their respective centres. Fr. Varghese Palatty, Director, together with the parish priests distributed the prizes to the winners. The children performed various cultural programme like dance, drama and music and proved their talents in various fields. It was a grand success. The participation and cooperation of the teachers were outstanding, which helped them to empower themselves. Governing Body Meeting The governing body meeting of SJSS was conducted on 5th December 2013 at Sanjoepuram Children s village. Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikualgara, President of SJSS chaired the meeting. The diocesan as well as parish level social activities were extensively discussed and came to the consensus of innovative strategies. Regarding the various policies for the society also were discussed. -23-

24 SOCIAL FORUM 2013 (To attend the Unattended) An initiative of the SJSS, Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi On 8th December 2013 at 4 pm it was a dream came true for SJSS as 40 professionals and non professionals joined for its first meeting of Social forum which is a way forward into the lives of the underprivileged and the needy. Social Forum is an initiative of the Social Work department of the Diocese of Faridabad to attend the unattended. His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharnikulangara, the President, SJSS, presided over the meeting, Msgr. Sebastian Vadakumpadan, founder President and the first person to step out for social service in the Delhi mission, Fr. Varghese Palatty, Executive Director cum Secretary of SJSS, Fr.Sebastian Thekanath, Executive Director, Sanjoepuram Children s village and Fr. John Puthava of Prison ministry were present. The meeting held at Bishop s house, Karol Bagh, began with a short prayer, led by Sr.Theresa FCC. Then Fr.Varghese Palatty, Exe. Director, SJSS welcomed all present and thanked all for their positive responce to this informal gathering. Executive Director cleared the idea behind this initiative saying that we need to have a clear perspective and plan out properly in the platform of diocesan Social Service. We need to think on how to take spirituality and social service together as it is the Christian call. After the words of welcome, the gathering introduced themselves. Msgr. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan briefed the history of social initiative of the diocese/mission, Sanjoepuram children s village and the birth of SJSS. He said it is the social commitment of each Christian life as it is the mission given by Jesus. His grace Archbishop Kuriakose, President of SJSS, delivered the Presidential address. In his talk he mentioned, one of the aim of this initiatives is to bring under one umbrella all the social service activities as many individuals and religious congregation are running various social projects but no -24-

25 one is aware about it. Thus this forum will help to strengthen social service networks, appreciate the initiatives, and do advocacy and lobbying those social initiatives. He quoted from the Apostolic Exhortation of Pope Francis Evangelil Gaudium its 4th chapter named Social Dimension of Evangelization that it is the primary responsibility and that social service should be done in the Christian spirituality. His Grace emphasised on human person as the centre point and value the human dignity. Archbishop concluded his words by saying that through this forum we must discuss about the various possibilities and opportunities of networking and come up with new areas of intervention and ideas for this joint venture of the social activities in this diocese. The key terms in terms of social work of his talk were awareness, appreciation and advocacy to our social activities. After the Presidential Address, the Executive Director explained the five objectives for the formation of the social forum. He added that though we have limitations but if we have experienced and talented people come up and join hands together something great and better could be done. He then introduced the current projects of the SJSS to the participants; such as Sanjoepuram Children s village, SPED III funded by CIDA and the Non formal Education Centres funded by the IGSSS. After a brief explanation about the projects in the presence of the Archbishop and Msgr. Sebastian an open discussion was held with an active participation from the participants. All had the consensus on the limitations of the less possibility for have foreign fund, government schemes and project without bribing and strong recommendation of CSR. The following suggestions and ideas were drawn: To bring change in the operation mode of service that is a change from the charity mode to a sustainable mode. The development should be such that even if the project is withdrawn the person must sustain. To avail CSR funds from Indian corporate and Global corporate present in the country as it is a mandate for the corporate to contribute into the various social activities. To do need assessment. To prioritize the programmes that can be taken up as many schemes of Central and State government are available especially under the Dept. Of Women and Child Welfare. To learn from other Diocese such as Gorakhpur and Bijnor that how funds are channelized. To tie-up with the Diocese present in abroad. To write the project proposals Noninstitutional approach should be taken and should not be charity based. To do long term planning instead of short term planning. To have a clarity of Vision, Mission and Implementation strategy. To have a clear and narrow downed target instead of taking up many target groups which may be difficult to concentrate. To have willingness, credibility and innovation. To focus on urban setting social work NGOs should be not for profit rather Non-profit NGOs -25-

26 SANJOPURAM CHITS PVT LTD MANAGED BY DIOCESE OF FARIDABAD Regd. Office:1537/3, Rajive Nagar, Gurgaon, Haryana Branch Offfice: B-1/32, N.E.A, Karol Bagh, New Delhi Mob: , , New chits starts from January 2014 Chit Class A B C D E Total Chit Amt 50,000 1,00,000 2,50,000 5,00,000 10,00,000 1st inst 2,500 4,000 10,000 20, ,000 No. of inst Forms and detailed rules and regulations are available at the branch office. For Sanjopuram Chits Pvt. Ltd. Sd/- Director The various possibilities or areas that could be looked into are: Night Shelters Street children Health and Hygiene Education Livelihood programmes Rickshaw pullers Self Help Groups Dialysis treatment patients Rehabilitation of prisoners and their families Helping the underprivileged girls The session was fruitful as each one contributed to the fullest. His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose noted many important points and acknowledged that all these points will be taken into consideration for the future activities of the SJSS. Archbishop expressed his heartfelt thanks to the participants for making the sessions lively and exchanging the ideas. He added that next meeting will be fixed and informed in which Adhoc committee will be formed and like minded people can come together and share their ideas to take forward the Social services of the diocese. Mr. Jose Augustine, the Governing body member of SJSS proposed the vote of thanks to the gathering. He congratulated and thanked His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose for arranging such a meeting and thanked him. He thanked Msgr. Sebastian for his sharing and presence. He then thanked and congratulated the Director, Fr. Varghese Palatty for his toil and hard work. One and all present in the meeting were thanked by him. Fr. Varghese Palatty once again thanked all and asked the generous support in future also and for the next meeting on invitation. Archbishop reminded the gathering on forming an adhoc committee for the policy formulation and appreciated for the sincere comments and contributions of the participants. The meeting winded up with the thanksgiving prayer and blessing of the Almighty God by his Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharnikulangara. -26-

27 ^cozm_mzv cq]x CShI hmà IÄ Kristuraja Cathedral, Faridabad " Daivarajyam Ninnil" Organized by Jesus Youth & DSYM Faridabad on Sunday, the 1st December 201, in preparation for Christmas. 95 Young Jesus- Lovers participated in the One day Retreat. Kristuraja Cathedral Mathrudeepthi Units Organised an Awareness Class for Mothers on the Feast Day of Immaculate conception of Mother Mary (08/12/2013) in Cathedral Church and its Mass Centre. Rev. Sr. Veronica B S, Regional Secretary - Women Commission CBCI, led the classes skâv. AKÌn³ s^mtdm\ NÀ v, ItcmÄ_mKv ^cozm_mzv cq]xbnâ {]hà \w Bcw`n Im eniv tim {KÊnsâ imj CShIbn DZvLmS\w snbvxp. \ hw_à 20þmw Xn Xn IpÀ_m\ ptijw s^mtdm\ hnimcn kmtpm ]Sbm«n Zo]w sxfnbn pibpw, Im eniv tim {Kkns\ Ipdn v cq]x timàunt\äà {io. tpm_n tpmàöv kwkmcn pibpw snbvxp. {InkvXpaÊnsâ `mkambn CShIbnse bphp\ Ä km³tpm]pcw NnÂ{U³kv hntãpv kµàin p. tacnamxm ]mcnjv, abqà hnlmàþ2 & I.P FIvkä³j³ AÊw]vj³ NÀ v, abqà hnlmàþ3 bpss amêv skâdmbncp abqà hnlmàþ2 & I.P FIvkä³j³ F o Øe fnse kotdm ae_mà a Ä v ]pxnb CShI \nehnâ h p. tacnamxm ]mcojv, abqà hnlmàþ2 & I.P FIvkä³j³ F mwv C\n apxâ Cu CShI Adnbs SpI. Ignª 8þmw Xn Xn CShI a²yøbpss Xncp\mÄ BtLmj]qÀÆw sim msn. ^cozm_mzv cq]xm²y ³ BÀ p_nj v Ipcymt mkv `cwnipf cbmbncp apjyimà½ni³. XZhkc nembncp ]pxnb CShI{] Jym]\w \S Xv. sszhm\p{klw \ndª Cu BtLmj fnâ \qdpiw n\p hnizmkniä ]s Sp p. Cu hàjs Xncp \mä GsäSp p \S nbxv {io. tpmàöv tpmk^pw IpSpw_hpambncp p. -27-

28 ^cozm_mzv cq]x CShI hmà IÄ Sacred Heart Forane Church, Gurgaon The much awaited dream of every Syro Malabar faithful in Gurgaon has come true on 1st December His Grace Archbishop KuriakoseBharanikulangara declared the Parish as Forane Church and also installed Rev. Fr. Paul Madassery as the First Forane Parish Priest. On the declaration day, the Holy Mass celebrated by His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose. Fr. Justine and Fr. Sinoj, Fr. Sebastian MCC, Fr. Benedict MCC were concelebrants. The faithful from St. Claret, Ayanagar were participated. Three children received the sacrament of Confirmation on the same day. Post the Holy Mass there was a small gathering of the Parishioners and Messages were given by His Grace Archbishop and other Priests. Prize distribution for catechism children were held on 1st December and also had few cultural programs on this auspicious occasion. Parishioners from S H Forane Church embarked a one day Pilgrimage to Sardana on 24th November led by our Kochachan. It was a prayerful experience and more than 600 faithful participated in the pilgrimage. sk v {^m kokv Hm^v A okn s^mtdm\ NÀ v, Zn jmzv Km U Zn jmzv Km U sk. {^m kokv Hm^v A okn s^mtdm\ tzhmebøn BZy- Ip _m-\-kzo-i-c-whpw ssÿcyte]-\hpw \hw-_ 24 XnbXn Rmb-dmgv kmtlmjw \S-Ø-s p. _npvt\m cq]-xm- y- A`nhμy am tpm hst ]nxmhv apjy Im Ωn-IXzw hln- p. Zo L-\m-fsØ Hcp -Øn-\pw, {]m -\-bv pw tijw CS-h-I-bn-se 27 Ip nifmwv Ipº-km-cn v Hcpßn {]Ya Znhy-ImcpWyhpw, ssÿcy-te-]\pw kzoi-cn Xv. -28-

29 ^cozm_mzv cq]x CShI hmà IÄ St. Pius X Church, Dwarka Winter cloth distribution to the least people of the Pochanpur village As we are at the threshold of the winter season, after identifying the felt need of the in close proximity of the poor villagers in order to distribute winter cloths to save them from their illness due to the extreme climate. It was organized by the parish Mathrujyothis members. By the generous act of the parishioners, they collected winter clothes and distributed all those winter dress according to the age group of the marginalized deserving group. Numbers of mothers, youth and children were in the queue to collect the dresses as they are in need. Nearly 50 members could make use of this humanitarian activity in this juncture. This social initiative offered great satisfaction not only to the donors but also to the beneficiaries. Along with Patheyam, a meal for a life, food to the poor people also became a hallmark of the parish. Christmas Neighbourhood gathering (Padosi sammelen) at Dwarka Church In Delhi scenario, worshipping God in our Churches is possible with the support and toleration of the other religious close by people, as we face much constrain of our infrastructure. In order to make known Jesus, as universal Saviour and impart right understanding on catholic church, in the context of contrary reaction of the other Christian sects/denomination policy. Dwarka St. Pius X Church coordinates first time in its history a neighborhood gathering on 21st December 2013 at 7.15pm, inviting all the non-christian neighbors of the church s proximity. Nearly 100 non-christian members as well as M.L.A. of this constituency also would be present for this Christmas celebration. The main objective of this meet is to thank them for their support also to motivate them with our optimistic way to create a healthy relation with them. On this same day, catechism children will participate in the carol singing competition. We celebrated the first ever feast of our parish on 17th November ; since its formation in February 2013 by His Grace Bishop Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara. In preparation for this great event we had nine days of Novena, Holy Eucharist, followed by Litany of the Saints. Holy Eucharist was offered by St.Jude s Parish, Sahibabad eminent priests of our diocese. Each days service was entrusted to each unit of our parish and thus the involvement of every family added colour to the occasion. The feastal flag was hosted by Rev. Fr. Kuruvila Marotickal on 15th of November followed by Holy Eucharist and fireworks. Ample time was allotted on -29-

30 ^cozm_mzv cq]x CShI hmà IÄ these days for confession to help us to prepare ourselves spiritually. The dawn of 17th November arrived, the day Lord had made especially for us. Solemn Eucharist started at 09 am by Rev. Fr. Phinil Ezharath CMI followed by procession, carrying the statues of Our Lady and St. Jude; accompanied by Chenda melam, muthukudas, flag, fireworks litany of the saints and Novena of St.Jude at the background. The feast was very much heart touching, all of us had the opportunity to receive the blessings of the saints and there was chance for us to entrust us to his special care (Adima Nercha). We could go back to our younger days and it implanted in us a nostalgia for the past. The credibility should be given to Rev. Fr. Dominic Kachappilly for his single handed leadership with our enthusiastic parishioners. After the celebration we had a mouth watering agape which everyone enjoyed. Father thanked everyone for their cooperation and collaboration in the church activities. The month of December everyone eagerly awaits for. On 1st December we had the Catholic Congress inaugurated in our parish. Catechism promoters Mr. Jose George and Mr. Thomas had visited our catechism unit on 8th December. It was valuable for our catechism Unit. They were highly impressed about our growth within a short span of time. The carol singing started on 13th of December and ended on 22nd. Our choir participated in Gloria for English and Malayalam Categories. We reached every house with message of new born Christ. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ahead. Commemoration of the Dead St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Parish, Janakpuri observed prayer day for the dead on 30th November, Holy Mass and special prayers for departed souls were conducted. After the Holy Mass Snehavirunnu (Sraadham) was served. First Holy Communion and Confirmation On October 13, 9 children received first communion and confirmation. Very Rev. Fr. St. Thomas Parish, Janakpuri Paul Madassery, Pro Vicar General was the celebrant. Rev. Fr. Mathew, Secretary to the Delhi Archbishop and Rev. Fr. John Mylamvelil were concelebrants on the occasion. Conclusion of the Year of Faith On 1st December 2013 we celebrated the parish level conclusion of the Year of Faith with Holy Mass lead by Fr. Justin CMI, procession with lighted candles and solemn proclamation of the Apostles Creed. Wishing you Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Team Santhome -30-

31 Santhome Bible Convention 2013 God always hear and answer to our prayers by allowing wonders to be taken place in our life. Santhome Bible Convention in Noida brought us the same experience. It was nothing else but God s particular intervention and blessing to have the convention in Noida. It was very difficult from the side of the Noida Authority to grand us the permission to conduct the convention and the Lord has changed their minds to support us with the same force during the time of convention. The weather seemed to be bad on the previous day, but the Almighty who controls the whole Universe stopped the rain and wind, providing us a pleasant weather. Rev. Fr. Xavier Khan Vattayil and Team reached Noida in time but Bro. Ajay Lost his bag in the Airport but after four days the Lord miraculously gave it back! Praise the Lord. The Inauguration Day on 8th November, the convention started with Rosary at 8.30 am and 9.00 am; Fr. Xavier Khan Vattayil and Team began the praise and worship ceremony and preaching. Around His Excellency Archbishop Salvatore Pennachio, Apostolic Nuncio and other Bishops came for the official Inauguration of the Convention. The convention was officially inaugurated by Apostolic Nuncio. Bishop Francis Kalist, Bishop of Meerut, Bishop Jacob Mar Barnabas, Apostolic Visitator of Syro-Malankara Church blessed the convention with words of felicitations. Bishop Franco Mulackal, Bishop of Jalandhar led the prayer Service. After that for the Holy Mass Bishop John Vadakkel of Bijnor diocese was the main celebrant. -31-

32 On the Second day the convention started with rosary at 8.30 and the convention hall was partially occupied and around 7000 faithful attended the convention. Msgr. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan was the main Celebrant for the Holy mass. The Convention Hall was full on the last day of the convention. Above people participated. The convention was concluded with a prayer filled Eucharistic procession at 5.00 p.m. Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara was the Main Celebrant for the Holy Eucharist on the last day. There was a public meeting after the Holy Mass in which a Souvenir to commemorate the successful completion of one year of newly erected Eparchy of Faridabad was also brought out. The above public meeting was followed by price distribution for the Catechism scholarship winners and Santhome fest winners. I take this opportunity to thank all of you for your valuable support to make the Santhome Bible convention a big success. Thank you Fr. Martin Vembulliath and the Liturgy team. Special thanks go to Fr. Nidheesh Njanackal and all the volunteers. Our Choir under the leadership of Fr. Renson sang beautifully. Thanks! Thankyou Fr. Jetto Thottungal and Mayur Vihar Phase III Parish For the food arrangements. Fr. Ben Palatty and the Finance Committee gets special appreciation for making the fund properly for the Convention. I would like to thank Fr. Anoop Narimattathil for his help and Support as the Joint Convener of the convention. FCC Sisters of Noida San Damiano Province worked day and night to make the convention a reality. Thank you Sisters for your support and concern. It is the effort and support of Noida St. Alphonsa Parish made the Convention a grand success! Special congratulations to the Kaikarans Mr. M.T Peter and Mr. T.O Thomas and all parish council members. Finally Let us all thank God for bringing Rev. Fr. Xavier Khan Vattayil and team for this convention. Thanking you all for your wonderful cooperation. Fr. Varghese Moonjely, Convener Praise the Lord! -32-

33 Infant Jesus K.G. school, nursery students parents meet: The parents of 115 nursery students are called together on to the school for an orientation programme. At 10 am Fr. Sebastian Thekkanath inaugurated the programme. Sr. Leen Joseph FCC, the principal K.G. school welcomed all. Sr. Nancy CMC, the principal Infant Jesus School addressed the gathering and sr. Ann Maria CMC took a class on the role of parents at home in the education and formation of students. Fr. Sebastian Thekkanath, in his inaugural address, reminded the parents that education is not the sole responsibility of the school, but it should be an integrated activity of school, family and society in large. Parents appreciated the attempt of the school to gather all the parents. More than 100 parents attended the programme. Orientation talk before the exam First time in the history of Infant Jesus Sr. Sec. School had an orientation talk by Fr. Sebastian Thekkanath, to prepare the students for the first term examination. Sanjoepuram News The students of class IV to XII gathered in the auditorium at am and Sr. Nancy, Principal welcomed Fr. Sebastian, teachers and all the students. Fr. Sebastian in his talk, instructed the students to concentrate in various subjects according to the syllabus, more on the coming days as the examination coming near. He also explained the various methods of study and memorizing things that studied. He also told the students to approach the examination with confidence. Self confidence is the most important factor for success, so study and writes examination with confidence. It was new experience for students. Entertainment programme for Tihar Jail Inmates The children of Sanjoepuram Children s Village under the guidance of fr. Sebastian Thekkanath and leadership of Sr. Alphy SH and Mr. Jerrys Mathew conducted an entertainment programme for the inmates of jail no.6 of Tihar Central Prison on It was at the same time made the inmates to forget themselves and laugh and prompted them to think positively for a change in their life. Fr. Sebastian Thekkanath in his message invited the 500 young inmates, who attended the programme to come out of the clutches of crime and make use of the life given by God to do good and lead a decent and peaceful life integrated to their families. In the skit staged by the children depicted the life of a young man, who changed his life radically and became a new person, was an inspiration for many of them to become like that. The jail authority was so generous to give the children Tiffin after the programme. -33-

34 faridabad diocese Holy Land Tour March 2014 The joy you carry in your soul from the holy land is impossible to be expressed in words.. Skeleton itinerary 21st March Friday Night > Proceed to New Delhi Airport to connect early morning flight to Amman via Middle East. 22nd March Saturday 23rd March Sunday 24th March Monday 25th March Tuesday 26th March Wednesday 27th March Thursday 28th March Friday 29th March Saturday 30th March Sunday 31st March Monday > Amman - Sight Seeing of Jordan + Overnight in Amman > Enter, Israel + Sight Seeing & Overnight in Nazareth > Proceed to Jerusalem (Overnight in Jerusalem) > Jerusalem > Jerusalem > Proceed to Egypt - Overnight in Sinai > Cairo > Cairo > Proceed to Airport to connect flight to India, via Middle East > Arrive India Requirements for registration to be submitted to our office 30 days prior to departure date: 1. Original passport with minimum validity of 6 months. 2. Two passport size photographs 3. Rs.20,000/- (non-refundable) Coordinator: Rev. Fr. John Mylamvelil (M) , , jmylamvelil@yahoo.co.in Infant Jesus School, Dwarka Annual Day Celebration 2013 Honorable Chief Guest Shri Mahabal Mishra, MP, Outer Delhi, His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulanagara, our patron, Shri Satyendra Singh Rana the Municipal Councilor, Very Rev Msgr. Sebastian Vadakumbadan, Rev. Fr. Benny Palatty, Director, Sr Annie James, Principal -34-

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36 Apostolic Nuncio, Archbishop Salvatore Pennachio inaugurated 4th Santhome Bible Convention on 8th November, 2013 at Noida. Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara (Diocese of Faridabad), Bishop Franco Mulackal (Jalandhar), Bishop Francis Kalist (Meerut), Bishop John Vadakkel (Bijnore), Bishop Jacob Mar Barnabas (Syro-Malankara), Rev.Fr. Xavier Khan Vattayil, Msgr. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan were present on the inaugural ceremony. Syro-Malabar Major Archbishop Cardinal Mar George Alencherry cutting ribbon to enter the newly built Bishop s House of Faridabad Diocese at Karol Bagh, New Delhi. Syro-Malankara Major Archbishop Cardinal Mar Baselios Cleemis Catholicos, Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, Union Cabinet Minister, Prof. K. V. Thomas etc. graced the occasion Major Archbishop Cardinal Mar George Alencherry inaugurating the new Bishop s House of Faridabad Diocese at Karol Bagh, New Delhi Printed, published and owned by Diocese of Faridabad, Sant Alphonsa Bhawan 8 A/13, WEA, Karol Bagh, New Delhi , India, santhomemessenger@gmail.com Website: (Private Circulation only)