Indian Catholic Youth Movement, Executive Council Mangalore Diocese organised a Two Days Training Program to the ICYM Central Council members of Mangalore Diocese from 16th to 17th July 2016 at Youth Center, Olivet House Mangalore.
The inaugural function was presided over by Rev. Fr. Ronald Prakash D'Souza, ICYM Director and Mr. Norbert Misquith, Former President of ICYM was the Chief guest.
Mr. Norbert Misquith inaugurated the program by lighting the lamp and wished all success to the central council in their programs ahead. He also conducted a session on “Various Ice- Breaking activities”. Rev.Fr. Ronald D’Souza in his presidential remarks stressed the need of the training program and explained its benefits for the council members.
Mr. Jackson Eric D’Costa, ICYM President welcomed the gathering, Ms. Ancita D’Souza General Secretary ICYM, rendered vote of thanks and Mr. Joel Concessao compared the program.
Post dinner the training program of the first day was concluded with a sharing each other’s experiences and journey in their youth life.
On the second day a motivational talk on “Responsibilities of Catholic Youth Leaders and their service” was given by Rev. Fr. Clifford Fernandes, Professor at St. Joseph Inter Diocesan Seminary. It was preceded by the Holy mass which was celebrated by Rev Fr. Ronald D'Souza.
Also a short training session for the deanery presidents and secretaries was held to help them carry their duties in a systematic way.
This event was very useful and motivational to the youth leaders to work in a team and to lead ICYM into greater heights and concluded with the ICYM anthem.
