June 24 : The Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) Arva Unit, in association with the YCS and the Secular Franciscan Third Order, celebrated ವನಮಹೋತ್ಸವ್ - 2024 on 23rd June at 9:30 am after the first mass.
The event was graced by Rev. Fr. Elias D'Souza, ICYM Director; Mr. Steevan Pais, Vice President of the Parish Pastoral Council; Mrs. Monica D'Souza, Secretary of the Parish Pastoral Council; and several parishioners.
Approximately 30 Mahogany saplings were planted around the arecanut field to provide shade and protect the areca plants from the sun. The day was highly educational and eco-conscious for all ICYM members and parishioners present.