Aug 5, 2024 : On August 4th, Youth Sunday, ICYM Allipade Unit organized a youth gathering named Yuva Ekvot - 2024. The program began after breakfast at 9:30 AM. Key attendees included Fr. Robert D'Souza, Director of ICYM Allipade Unit and ICYM Bantwal Deanery, along with Church Vice President Mr. Naveen Moras, Secretary Mr. Kiran Noronha, Br. Ajay D'Souza, Sr. Narsiza, ICYM Animators Sr. Deepa and Wilson D'Souza, YCS Animator Mr. Ronald Valder, the day's resource person Ms. Sharol Rodrigues, ICYM Mangalore Diocese Regional Representative Jaison, and ICYM Bantwal Deanery Representative Elvin. Other notable guests were ICYM Bantwal Deanery president -Arrol Sequeira,Treasurer Renita Cardoza, Vice President Preemal Cutinha, Sports Secretary Jithan, ICYM Mangalore Diocese Vice President Nihan, and ICYM Unit President and Secretary Mishal and Primal Pinto.
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The program commenced with a prayer song and a welcome address by Mishal D'Souza. Fr. Robert, along with the guests, inaugurated the event.
Sr. Narsiza delivered an inspiring speech, followed by a talk from Animator Wilson D'Souza. An honoring ceremony was conducted, recognizing Wilson Pinto (Social Cause Secretary of ICYM Mangalore Diocese), Melroy D'Souza (Secretary of ICYM Bantwal Deanery), Jeethan Pinto (Media Representative of ICYM Bantwal Deanery), Glen Pais (Sports Secretary of YCS Bantwal Deanery), and Vivek Moras (Vice President of YCS Bantwal Deanery).
Fr. Robert gave an insightful talk, followed by an ice-breaking session led by Lavisha D'Souza and her team, featuring action songs and activities. Primal Pinto introduced the resource person, Sharal Rodrigues, who discussed personal financial planning for young adults, the stock market, and mutual funds. The session included a Q&A segment where several youths asked questions and clarified their doubts.
The event continued with fun activities, action songs, and a dance session with Fr. Robert and Br. Ajay D'Souza. Vinisha Moras served as the master of ceremonies. The program concluded with youth feedback and blessings before lunch.
