NASHIK, AUGUST 24, 2010: The inter parish youth animation program for the youth of city parishes of Nashik Diocese was held at Divyadaan on August 22. About forty-five youth from various parishes such as Don Bosco, Holy Cross, St. Anne’s, St. Patrick’s - Devalali and Sacred Heart - Igatpuri attended the youth meet. The one-day youth animation programme was well organized by Holy Cross and St Ann’s Parish youth under the able guidance of Fr Ivo Coelho and especially with the help of two youth members Sagar and Shirley. Jesus the Sadguru said: “Love as I have loved you” and he showed us his pierced heart. “It is not enough to love the young but make them know that you love them” says Don Bosco, the father and friend of youth. These were the guiding and motivating words for the organizers of this youth meet.
Fr Robert, the principal of Divyadaan, then beautifully and skillfully made the youngsters to taste the sweetness of emotions. He made them realize that emotions like anger and fear are good but they must be channeled rightly and controlled properly for the holistic personality. His lively and friendly communication was appreciated by all. The brothers of Divyadaan were also of a great help.
The organizers of the youth animation gave fitting conclusion to the first of this sought by celebration of the Eucharist. It was celebrated by Fr Ivo Coelho, who in his sermon urged the youngsters to be united and to be promoters of peace with oneself and with others.
As felt by youngsters, the day was really enriching, inspiring and experiential and it left an indelible mark in the heart of every youngster. All the youngsters left the premise uttering “captivating and excellent animation”.