JAMSHEDPUR DIOCESE

 

Could we with ink the ocean fill,

Were the whole sky of parchment made;

Were every stalk on earth a quail

And every man a scribe by trade;

To write the love of God above

Would drain the ocean dry:

Nor could the scroll contain the whole,

Though stretch’d from sky to sky. 

                                                                             ( Meir Ben Isaac Nehorai)

 

OFFICIAL TRANSFERS &  APPOINTMENTS
FR. RAPHAEL MONTEIRO	ASSISTANT PARISH PRIEST	CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, TELCO
JUNE 02, 2008                                                                               + MOST REV. FELIX TOPPO, S.J                                                                                                             BISHOP OF JAMSHEDPUR

 

 

 

ENGAGEMENTS OF BISHOP FELIX TOPPO, S.J. – JULY 2008
Date	Day	Time		Place
01.05			Baltimore	USA
06-09			New York	USA
12	Sat		Arrival at the Bishop’s House	Jamshedpur
12	Sat	5.00 p.m	SJVK Governing Body/Gen. Body Meeting	BH. Golmuri
16	Wed	6.30 a.m	Mass at the Sacred Heart School	Jsr.
19	Sat	5.00 p.m	CC. Gov.Body/Gen. Meeting	Sundernagar
20		AM	Confirmation	Chakradharpur
22-26			Bijhan Bishop’s Meeting	Ranchi
27			Bishop’s House	Jsr

 

D I O C E S AN   R O U N D – U P !

 

Sacred Heart Church, Adra: The Parish Day, the solemnity of the feast of the Sacred Heart was commemorated on June 01. Fr. George Manna presided at the Mass at 7.30 a.m. in the Church together with the Parish Priest, Fr. Jerome Pereira. The celebrants were led to the altar by a prayer dance by the hostel girls of St. Vincent’s Ashram. The English and Hindi Choirs sang beautiful and devotional hymns during the Mass. After the Mass the Parishioners had breakfast with their Pastor in the Basketball Court. Every person was given puri, vegetable curry, one boiled egg and tea. The members of the Parish Council, Mahila Sangh, Youth and SVP were at work to prepare and supply the breakfast for 600 plus faithful assembled for the Parish Day celebrations. The Clergy and Religious of the neighbouring communities joined Fr. Jerome either for Lunch or Supper. Congratulations to one and all for the grand Parish Day- 2008.

On June 22^nd the SVP members gave a meal for all the senior citizens of the Parish at the Parish hall. There were 65 elders for the celebration. Fr. Edward Saldanha offered a special Mass for the senior citizens at 11.00 a.m. All the SVP members were present for the grand celebration to honour the elders of the Parish.

The parishioners bid a fond farewell to Fr. Edward Saldanha on June 29. Fr. Edward celebrated the Holy Eucharist at 7.00 a.m. and at the end flower bouquets and mementos were presented to Fr. Edward as token of their love and respect. Fr. Jerome thanked Fr. Edward for his ministry at the School and Parish.  (Jerome)

 

Catholic Ashram, Purulia:  On June 1, at 9.00 a.m. Fr. Manu Horo presided over the ‘First Holy Communion’ celebration at Nunia. The village chapel was filled with faithful. There were sixteen village children who camped at the Catholic Ashram for 15 days and prepared for the solemn ‘First Holy Communion’. It was a festive day for the village community. Congratulations to Pastor, Fr. Manu Horo for preparing the village children of Nunia.

Fr. George Manna installed Fr. John Ottaplakal as the Parish Priest of Catholic Ashram,Purulia on June 29 during the Parish Mass in the morning. Fr. John presided at the Eucharist. Mr. Ephrem Kispotta was the Master of Ceremony. After the Mass, the parishioners welcomed Fr. John and thanked Fr. Manu for his ministry at Purulia for the last 4 years. Fr. John was the Parish Priest of Purulia between 1981-86. It was also an occasion for the parishioners to bid farewell and thank Fr. Junas Bhengra. Fr. Junas while taking care of Hatikunder was assisting at Purulia for the last 12 years.

 

THANKS AND GOD BLESS !
	From Where?
Sr. Jyoti Soreng, DSA	St. Anne’s Convent, Parsudih
Sr. Gracy, BS	St. Theresa’s Convent, Maluka

 

Bishop’s House, Golmuri: Bishop Felix Toppo, S.J. left for Canada on June 03 and participated in the International Eucharistic Congress. He visited Fr. Gyan Prakash Topno in the Diocese of Gatineau  and Fr. Cyril Fernandez in Fort Wayne, USA.

Brothers Santosh Cordeiro and Mukesh Kerketta have reached Goa.  They began their journey on 2^nd June. Britto Xavier accompanied them to Kharagpur to help them board  Amaravathi Express. They visited St. Anthony’s Parish and returned to the railway station but Mukesh who was reached by the Parish watchman got lost in the crowd and it took time to locate him. It was fortunate that the train reached the station 2 hours late and both of them boarded the train happily. They were met by Fr. Sahaya Anand SAC at the Vasco de Gama railway station and escorted to the Pallotti Institute of  Philosophy and Religion on June 04 afternoon. The classes began on June 16.

Frs. David, John Otto, and Johny Vithayathil returned back on June 16 after their home holiday.

16 of our seminarians and Fr. Sanjay Ekka, C.Ss.R attended the ‘Ho Course’ at TRTC from May 31 to June 21. According to Fr. Mike Thanaraj, S.J, the Director of TRTC our guys have done well and have mastered the language to communicate the Word to the people of Kolhan.

 

 

Catholic Ashram, Balrampur: Fr. Cyprian Lobo and Regent Guna Gabriel Soren shifted their abode into the new residence (Catholic Ashram) at Balramapur on June 07. Fathers and Brothers from Bishop’s House, Kripa Sadan and Fr. Jerome from Adra joined them on Sunday, June 08 at lunch. Fr. Jerome offered the prayer of blessing and all shared a meal with the new community at the Catholic Ashram, Balrampur.

Mr. Zaffar Khan and Mr. Ranjit worked hard to get Electricity to the campus on June 27. Fr. Cyprian has announced that coaching for the Nursery classes will begin in the month of July. Fr. Jerome generously donated some of the Kitchen utensils for the new Balrampur mission. Thanks, Fr. Jerome for the noble gesture of supporting the new mission.

Fr. George Manna blessed the Foundation for the new “St. Xavier’s Primary School” on June 23 at 11.30 a.m in the presence of Mr. Ephrem Kispotta, Fr. John Otto, Fr. Cyprian Lobo, Mr. Zaffar Khan and the workers. Fr. Cyprian broke the coconut with a single smash and Mr. Ephrem Kispotta initiated the digging. All shared sweets in jubilation and continued the work. (Guna)

 

St. Joseph’s Centre, Patamda: Bro. Arnold DDS and Fr. Vernon D’Souza took charge of the Patamda campus from the CO and Police Officer on June 04.  An FIR is lodged for the stolen items from the house. Work is in progress to prepare for the cultivation, construction of compound wall, residence and hostel. Mr. Gopal Sharma and Bro. Arnold are at work to complete the cultivation of paddy before the heavy rains.(Arnold)

 

 

St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Golmuri: Fr. Michael Raj presided over the solemn Mass in honour of St. Anthony of Padua at the Cathedral at 6.00 p.m.on June 13. The celebrations began at 5.00 p.m. with Rosary prayers and procession with the statue of St. Anthony within the School campus.  At the end of the Mass the Chief Celebrant blessed all the special offerings  for free distribution. The celebrations concluded at 8.00 a.m.

Mercy Chapel and Gyandeep had Masses and celebrations on the same day. Congratulations to one and all who gave leadership for the novena and special prayers. The Mercy Chapel Panchayat had its General Body Meeting and Election on June 22 after the Mass. Mr. Ephrem Kispotta represented the parish Council and Parish Priest, Fr. Amatus Kujur presided over the deliberations.

 

BROTHER WENCESLAUS D’SOUZA : RIP:  Wency was born on March 03, 1934 in Mumbai. He joined the Society of Jesus in 1963 and took the final vow on February 24, 1980.He served as minister and treasurer at De Nobili School, Digwadih, Minister and Treasurer at Jesu Bhavan, Treasurer of the Province, Minister and Treasurer at XIMB, Bhubaneswar. He suffered a stroke attack in the month of April, 2008 and later he was shifted to TMH. He died on May 31 at XLRI. Bishop Felix Toppo, S.J. presided over the funeral Mass at Jesu Bhavan on June 01 at 3.00 p.m. Fathers, Brothers, Sisters, Friends, Relatives and co-workers came in large number to pay respect to Wency. Brother Wency was a good Artist, Musician and generous worker and served the people of the Diocese and Society for 55 years. May the Good Lord bless him with Eternal Peace and Joy.

 

Blessed Mother Teresa Parish, Siadih: Fr. James Surin was given a fond and tearful farewell by the parishioners and hostel children on June 15 after the Mass . Fr. James was the Chief Celebrant at the Mass and immediately after the Mass there was various cultural events to thank and congratulate Fr. James. Token gifts were presented to Fr. James by all the parish organizations. Fr. Michael Jojo thanked Fr. James for his dedicated service at the parish and school for the last one year. The children of Vidya Jytoi School had a function to thank and bid farewell to Fr. James on June 17. Fr. Michael Jojo drove Fr. James to Toklo on June 18 in the company of couple of hostel children and teachers.

 

St. Barbara’s Church, Mosaboni: Fr. Alphonse left for home visit after the celebration of the feast of the Visitation of Mother Mary on May 31. Fr. Selvaraj camped at Mosaboni and took care of the Pastoral needs of the Parish. Fr. Alphonse returned on June 16 and Fr. Selva handed over the charge at the Tatanagar railways station and rushed to St. Albert’s on the same afternoon to prepare for his classes.

 

WELCOME TO JAMSHEDPUR DIOCESE
Sr. Robertina, DSA	Superior, St. Anne’s Convent, Parsudih
Sr. Emelda Toppo, DSA	St. Anne’s Convent, Parsudih

 

Jisu Jiyar Unmul, Chilgu: The newly constructed village chapel at Chilgu village of  Jisu Marsal Parish was blessed by Fr. George Manna on June 16, Monday during the Mass in the morning. The small but beautiful Church with asbestos roof was constructed by the local community themselves. The Mass was at 8.30 a.m. and Fr. Nicholas Kerketta, the pastor reached the site early in the morning to see to the arrangements of the blessing and the community meal. The Parish tractor was on duty with a Generator and tarpaulins. Fr. Sanjay Kujur, C.Ss.R  and Fr. Nicholas Kerketta were the con-celebrants. The Chief Celebrant cut the red ribbon and blessed the church. Soon after the Mass there was a short felicitation programme for the guests. The guests were given specially prepared Jamun branches filled with fruits. Later all celebrated the day with a family meal.

 

Catholic Charities, Sundernagar: Fr. Halan Bodra celebrated his 45^th birthday in the company of the staff and benefactors of CC & SJVK on June 16. It was an occasion for the staff to come together to felicitate Fr. Halan, the newly appointed Acting Director. Mr. Vincent Athaide, joined SJVK as the Acting Director on June 02 and the staff extended him a very warm welcome. On June 16th evening the clergy and religious of the neighboring communities came to CC to celebrate the day with Fr. Halan and team. Fr. John P.D joined the CC-SJVK team on June 19. Congratulations to Frs. Halan-Johny and Mr. Vincent Athaide.

 

Amar Jyoti School, Pardih: The incessant rain from June 16-18 brought down the front compound wall of Amar Jyoti on June 17 evening. The campus took the shape of Swarnarekha and water even blocked the way to the campus for a while. The Headmistress, Sr. Severin declared indefinite closure of the school but opened after 3 days. It may take months to re-shape the campus to its originality. Fr. Vijay Kachhap has captured the visuals of the beautiful sea of water in the campus of Amar Jyoti . The media gave good coverage of the fall of the compound wall. It is hoped that the civil administration and NGO’s will reach out to rebuild the walls.

The Sisters are already at work to organize and to rebuild the compound wall and secure the campus from intruders.

St. Anthony’s Church, Dhanbad: The feast of St. Anthony, the Patron Saint of the Parish and Parish Day was celebrated on June 15. Fr. Walter Crasta, Director, DSWC was the Chief Celebrant and Fr. Richard Miranda, the Parish Priest Con-celebrated. The solemn Mass was held in the School Hall at 7.00 a.m. The parishioners brought along various gifts for the offertory. After the Mass all shared tea and snacks in the forecourt of the hall before returning for home celebrations. The clergy and religious of the deanery had a special meal in the evening to commemorate the solemnity of the day.

 

St. Mark’s Parish, Toklo: Fr. James Surin was read in as the Acting Parish Priest of Toklo on June 22 during the 8.30 a.m. Mass by Fr. George Manna. Fr. James presided over the Ho Mass. Over 150 faithful were present for the Mass and felicitation programme. Fr. Vijay Kachhap, S.J. was the master of ceremony. Soon after the Mass the parishioners felicitated Fr. James Surin and thanked Fr. Junas Purty. All shared a family meal at the Parish and celebrated the day.

 

Christ the King Parish, Chakradharpur: Fr. Camille Hembrom installed Fr. Bipin Pani as Parish Priest of Chakradharpur on June 22 during the 6.30 a.m. Mass. The church was packed with faithful.Fr. Bipin presided over the Mass. After the Mass the parishioners welcomed Fr. Bipin with a mighty garland carried by 3 people. It was a solemn and memorable event. They also thanked Fr. Camille Hembrom for his devoted ministry at CKP.

Fr. Alex Dodrai left for Fort Wayne diocese on June 22 to take up ministry as Associate Pastor at the Cathedral. The parishioners thanked Fr. Alex for his ministry at CKP. He managed to get the ‘No Objection’ for St. Xavier’s English School before his departure for USA. Congratulations and all good wishes to Fr. Alex Dodrai for his ministry in Fort Wayne Diocese.

 

St. John Mary Vianney Church, Dhowatand: St. John Mary Vianney School re-opened on June 16 and there were 25 new admissions. The construction of the presbytery is reaching completion and Pastor Fr. Edward is ready with a mega programme for the blessing and inauguration. Brothers Sonu, Baldeo and Amrit stayed at Dhowatand and helped out in the supervision work as well as visited the villages with the catechists. Fr. Edward visited Jamshedpur couple of times to monitor his health.(Edward)

 

St. Mary’s Church, N. Road:   On June 22, 2008 the Parish youth had an ‘Orientation’ from 9.00.a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Mr. Richard Sarky was the resource person. Fr. Sanjay Kujur, C.Ss.R  offered a special Mass for the youth in the afternoon. 43 boys and girls actively participated in the programme. They also formed a youth wing and election was held for the Officer-bearer’s. Congratulations to Fr. Joy Paul for the initiative to re-organize the Parish Youth. (Richard)

 

St. Anthony’s Church, Kutkudungri: Mr. Richard Sarky conducted sessions for the Parish Youth on June 29 from 9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. The programme concluded with a special Mass.

 

DSWC, Govindpur: The birthday of Fr. Gualbert Furtado ( 16/06) and Fr. Edward Kognari (27/06) was celebrated with a special villa for the clergy and religious of the Deanery on June 15. Fr. Gualbert had another celebration with the campus community on the 16^th. The Bishop’s House community celebrated the 64^th birthday of Fr. Edward on June 26 evening. Fr. Edward celebrated again on the 27^th at Dhowatand and at Nirmala. 

 

St. Xavier’s Church, Chaibasa: Dean,  Fr. Camille Hembrom was read in as the Parish Priest of St. Xavier’s on June 29 during the morning Mass by Fr. Elvius Dundung. The Church was filled with faithful to witness the solemn ceremony and to welcome Fr. Camille and to bid farewell to Frs. Elvius and  Eugene Ekka.

 

N A T I O N A L – I N T E R N A T I O N A L   R O U N D – U P!

 

From August 02 to November 02. This training programme will consist of three units lasting three months each for three consecutive years. Minimum qualification : Matric, Experience of one year under Priest’s guidance. Please contact Fr. Peter Singarayan, Director-(9934002586). 

Holy Spirit Colelge, Leuven:  My final defense has been scheduled for June 25 and I am traveling to India on June 27. I will be at Calcutta on June 28 to receive the aircargo. The aircargo will be sent to the Seminary by road from Calcutta to Ranchi. I have written to Fr. Prabhu about this. I will travel to Mangalore on June 29 and will be at home till July 11. I expect to reach the Seminary on July 12 evening. I would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you for your kind support as well as encouragement that I received from you all along my studies and stay at Leuven.(John Crasta)

Apostle Paul and ‘PAULINE YEAR’ : PAUL was born as a Jew, at Tarsus, a city of Cicilia. His initial name was Saul. His father had acquired Roman citizenship, so Paul was a “Roman-at-Law”. He was brought up in the sect of the Pharisees. By trade he was a tent-stitcher because every Jew had to teach his son a trade by which he could live. At about age 14, he was sent to Jerusalem to learn under the top Jewish teacher Gamaliel in Jerusalem. There he learnt the law and the scripture. He became a self-righteous Pharisee and a patriotic zealot. St. Paul was a man of pride and loyal to his duty and citizenship. He was a man of great courage and adventure. He became a persecutor of Christians.

The one thing most people do know about St. Paul is that he underwent a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus, In a revelation Jesus changed Saul to be Paul to proclaim his Gospel to Jews and Gentiles. The persecutor became messenger of Christ. He wrote 14 epistles. As Jesus directed, he remained some days in Damascus after his baptism, and then went to Arabia and returned with full spirit and began to preach in the synagogues that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. He was persecuted, imprisoned and tortured for the sake of Christ. He traveled tens of thousands of miles around the Mediterranean spreading the word of Jesus. Paul came up with the doctrine that would turn Christianity from a small sect of Judaism into a worldwide faith that was open to all. His untiring interest and affection for the church helped Christianity to grow widely. He was beheaded in Rome 64-67 AD during the persecution of Nero.

Paul’s life concentrated on Christ. “For me to live is Christ” Phil. 1:21. The ‘Pauline year’ will be from June 28, 2008 to June 29, 2009  marking the presumed 2000^th anniversary of the Apostle’s birth. Feast days of St. Paul : January 25 (Conversion of St. Paul); February 10 (Shipwreck in Malta); June 29 (Feast of Sts. Peter & Paul; November 29 (Feast of the Dedication of the Basilicas of Peter and Paul.

Milk can avoid type 2 diabetes:  Consuming a pint of milk a day or eating yogurt could help to prevent conditions such as a Type 2 diabetes and heart disease, suggests nutritional horizon.com quoting a study published by Cardiff University, in which 15 per cent had metabolic syndrome, or insulin resistance.

The study found that men who drank a pint of milk or more a day were 62 percent less likely to have metabolic syndrome than those who drank and ate little or none. An expert at Diabetes UK, however, advised against consuming large amounts of full fat dairy products to prevent Type 2 diabetes and stressed the importance of a balanced diet and physical activity instead. (Insight)

Aspirin may fight cancer: Blood-thinning drugs such as aspirin may help fight cancer by denying shelter to wandering tumour cells, US researchers reported in a recent study. Experiments in mice showed that consuming aspirin with an experimental anti-clotting drugs slowed the growth and spread of breast and melanoma tumours. Blood cells called platelets shelter and feed tumour cells in the bloodstream, making it easier for cancer to spread, or metastasize, the research said. Writing in the Journal Cellular Biochemistry, researchers said inactivating platelets may help slow or prevent this spread. There is also some suggestion that taking aspirin or ibuprofen along with chemotherapy may make it more effective. (Indian Express)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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