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Vol. XXXVIII No. 12 |
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DECEMBER 2008 |
And the Word became flesh; He pitched his tent among us,
And we have seen his glory, the glory of the only Son coming from the Father, full of grace and truth. (Jn.1:14)
CHRISTMAS JOY, PEACE AND BLESSINGS TO ONE AND ALL!
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Engagements of Bishop Felix Toppo, S.J. – December, 2008 |
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Date |
Day |
Time |
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Place |
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01 |
Mon |
08.30 a.m |
Chota.Cath.Mission Coop. Cre.Soc. |
Gumla |
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04 |
Thu |
09.30 a.m |
Diocesan Consult |
Golmuri |
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04.00 p.m |
Diocesan Education society GB Meeting |
Golmuri |
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05 |
Fri |
05.00 p.m |
Catholic Charities – GB Meeting |
Bistupur |
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06.00 p.m |
SJVK Governing Body Meeting |
Bistupur |
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07 |
Sun |
09.00 a.m |
Confirmation/Parish Feast |
Mosaboni |
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04.00 p.m |
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Bhilai
Pahari |
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11 |
Thu |
09.30 a.m |
Clergy Meeting |
Golmuri |
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03.30 p.m |
Clergy/Religious Recollecion |
Golmuri |
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12 |
Fri |
11.00 a.m |
Anniversary Mass- St. Joseph’s Hospital |
Bhilai
Pahari |
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13 |
Sat |
05.00 p.m |
Parent’s Day |
Sini |
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14 |
Sun |
07.30 a.m |
Confirmation/First Communion |
Sini |
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20 |
Sat |
03.00 p.m |
Golden Jubilee of Cheshire Home |
Sundernagar |
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21 |
Sun |
05.00 p.m |
Santhal Christmas Celebration |
Hatikunder |
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27-28 |
Sat-Sun |
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Gangpur Mission Centenary |
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29 |
Mon |
08.30 a.m |
Silver Jubilee of Sr. Odil Minj, OSU |
CKP |
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30 |
Tue |
08.30 a.m |
Priestly Ordination of Deacon Vijay Panna |
Parsuidh |
D I O C E S A N R O U N D – U P !
ST. JOSEPH’S
CATHEDRAL, GOLMURI : Fr. Amatus Kujur presided at the All Souls Day Mass at the Babudih
cemetery on November 02 at 3.30 p.m. Frs. Michael Raj and Florence Dungdung were
the concelebrants. The cemetery was filled with faithful. All the graves were
well decorated with flowers and candles. At the end of the Mass the Priests
went around each grave to pray and bless. Congratulations to Dr. Raymond
D’Souza, the Honorary General Secretary of the Burial Board for the marvelous
job and keept the graveyard clean.
Fr.
Amatus Kujur was the Chief Celebrant at the Parish ‘First Communion’ Eucharist at the Cathedral at on November 16
at 7.30 a.m. in the Church. The Church was packed with parents, guardians,
relatives and parishioners to witness the sacred event. The choir led everyone
into the spirit of prayer with solemnity. 29 children received the Lord first
time during the
ST. MARY’S CHURCH, N. ROAD: The All Souls Day Mass was celebrated at the Beldih cemetery on November 02 at 3.30 p.m and Fr. Vijary Bhat was the Chief celebrant. There were 13 concelebrants for the solemn liturgy. The Parish choir rendered beautiful and devotional hymns during the liturgy. Fr. Kapil, S.J. preached an inspiring homily and prepared one and all to pray for the dear departed ones and prepare oneself for the Eternal Reward.
Bishop Felix Toppo, S.J. presided
at the solemn ‘Confirmation’ and ‘First Communion’ Mass on
November 16 at 7.30 a.m. The Mass was held in the forecourt of the
CATHOLIC CHARITIES,
SUNDERNAGAR: The Dynamic
Development Course organized by the Bijhan Social Service Forum at the Vikas
Bharati had 35 participants from the Northern Region in attendance from October
20 to November 03. The resource persons were the staff from Catholic
Charities/SJVK. The programme was inaugurated by Fr. David Vincent and the
concluding function was held on November 03 at 3.00 p.m. Fr. George Manna was
the Chief Guest. The participants mesmerized the guests with a colourful
programme. All the participants were awarded with a certificate and a memento.
Frs. Halan Bodra and Augustine Topno thanked and felicitated the participants.
The participants expressed their satisfaction, appreciation and thankfulness
for the much needed developmental inputs for their own areas. Congratulations
to Fr. Augustine Topno, Fr. Halan Bodra and the CC/SJVK staff for the well
prepared and executed training programme.
Fr. Halan won the 5th prize at the Hamper Draw held at the
ST. MARY’S SCHOOL,
NOAMUNDI: “RESONANCE 2008’
was held at the Sports Complex, Noamundi on November 06 at 2.30 p.m. Mr. Arun
Misra, General Manager, OMQ-Tata Steel was the Chief Guest and Fr. George Manna
presided over the function. The school children presented musical drill display
for the joy of one all present at the stadium. The guests were welcomed at the
entrance to the stadium by the school band. The stadium was packed with
parents, guardians and guests to witness the mega performance of the school
children. Congratulations to Sr.
Bridget, the principal, Staff and students for the fantastic presentation of
‘Resonance-2008. The balloons released at the inaugural event flew out of
Jharkhand to Orissa region giving some
shock waves to the people. The school children won the ‘First Prize’ at the
inter-school cultural meet at the JRD Stadium in
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF
KHUNTPANI: Bishop Felix Topppo,
S.J. presided at the solemn Concelebrated Eucharist in honour of the Annual
Feast of Our Lady at Khuntpani on November 08 at 9.00 a.m. Thirty Nine Priests
concelebrated with the Bishop. Frs. Eugene Ekka and Jondko Kandeyang gave
commentaries in Hindi and Ho through out the ceremony. A big troupe of girls
and boys in prayer dance led the celebrants to the altar. The women washed the
hands of the celebrants and welcomed them as per the tradition. The stone slabs
were cleansed and blessed before the
INFANT JESUS PARISH, SONARI: The Parish celebrated ‘First Communion’ on November 09 at 7.00 a.m. and Fr. Leo D’Souza presided at the solemn Mass in the School Hall. Parents, relatives and parishioners took their seats earlier to watch the orderly procession. A group of children performed a prayer dance and led the celebrants and the first communicants to the Hall. Different groups performed dances for the Bible procession as well as Offertory. Immediately after the Mass the children were felicitated with snacks, gifts of religious articles and certificate. Congratulations to Fr. Cyril Tigga and the Parish Council Members for the meaningful ‘First Communion’ celebrations in the Parish. (Vijay)
SACRED
The solemnity of Christ the King was celebrated in the
parish on November 23 and Fr. Vernon D’Souza was the Chief celebrant for the
procession and
The arrival of a new calf on November 27 gave much joy to all in the campus and indeed grand celebration among the hostel children.(Jerome)
Seminarian, Rajat Xalxo
discontinued his studies at Prathiksha and left the Diocese on November
24,2008.
Fr. David Vincent reached Fr. Edward Kongari to the Vianney Bhavan on November 18 in the company of Frs. James Quadros and Sanjay Kujur, C.Ss.R via Adra-Kumardhubi. (Edward)
BISHOP’S HOUSE, GOLMURI:
Bishop Felix Toppo, S.J. retuned home on November 03 from the Synod of the
Bishops in
Fr. James Quadros had the privilege to be at Mercy for a week to control the high speed sugar production. He rested two weeks at the MTN to normalize and strengthen his health. Br. Pascal Toppo returned after having spent 2 weeks at Dhowatand on November 19. Fr. Vijay Kachha, S.J. traveled to Hazaribagh via Dhanbad on November 19 for SIGNIS meeting and returned on 24th.
The community celebrated the 61st
birthday of Bishop Felix Toppo, S.J. on November 21. He presided at the Mass in
the Cathedral in the morning and the faithful prayed for him and wished him
special blessings after the
The clergy of the town were invited for a villa in the evening at 7.00 p.m. to celebrate the day. Religious and clergy poured in and out during the day to felicitate the Bishop on his birthday and to offer prayerful blessings. Bishop Felix Toppo, S.J., Bishop Joe Rodericks, S.J., Fr. Mike Thanaraj, S.J., Fr. C.R. Prabhu, Sr. Josetta, SSH and Bro. Jacobe DDS attended the Bishops and Regional Majaor Superiors meeting at Navjoti Niketan, patna from November 25 – 30.
Fr. Casimir Vas blessed the new Bolero Jeep for Purulia Parish on November 27 at 8.00 a.m. and had the honour to share sweets with all the candidates and staff.
The Mother Teresa Niwas Chapel has a new red carpet gifted by Fr. Michael Raj.
DALIT LIBERATION SUNDAY - >7th December : In the context of the recent inhuman violence and attacks on Dalit Christians in Orissa and else where and in the context of the delay in ensuring justice for Dalit Christians by the Central Government, it has been reiterated that Dalit Liberation Sunday be celebrated all across India to sensitise the local congregation about the rights of Dalits, and to call on the congregations about the rights of Dalits, and to call on the congregations to rise up to the occasion and strive for justice, dignity and equality of Dalits.
The State Level Sports Meet was held
at
It was a proud moment when the Loyola Team
(Sr) beat the DNS – Mugma team (Sr.), 15
scores to 6 in the Inter School Basket Ball Match held on November 12,
at
November 14 is a day to be celebrated with great pomp and show. The Loyola Teachers did not hesitate to do so. A Service was conducted praying for the well being of the students in the school and also for those all over the world. This was followed by a variety of entertainment like dance, drama, songs, etc. Every teacher participated. Children were given snacks before dismissal.
The Junior school ( LKG to IV) celebrated Children’s Day on November 12. There was a Drawing competition, picnic on the school ground and film show. The children thoroughly enjoyed themselves. They too were given snacks.
A Dream come true performance was given by 10 students ( X to XII) at DNS F.R.I. this weekend (Nov.15 & 16). It was the first time that Loyola participated in the DNS Film Festival, very novice and nervous. But they returned triumph, bagging the FIRST prize in Review Writing (Vineet Jha – X) and FIRST prize in Group Coordination (Anup – XI Sc).
But the most successful and appreciating event, the first of its kind ever, in this area that took place in the Loyola Auditorium, was the Parent – Teacher Meeting ( Open Forum). It was held in the evenings (5pm to 6pm) on November 10, 11, 12. It received a good response. Parents came and shared their opinions in matters related to curriculum, co-curriculum, school administration, etc. The difficult questions were tackled very efficiently and confidently by our Principal, Fr. Edward. A few senior and local teachers were with the Principal and Vice Principal (Sr. Jossy) during the meetings. The meetings were conducted in Hindi for the benefit of the parents. Tea and biscuits were served to all.
It goes without saying that the Spirit of hardwork and Self confidence in students have been motivated by none other than our respected Principal Fr. Edward Saldahna. We are proud and privileged to have him as our Mentor.(Rita Sen)
ST. MICHAEL’S CHURCH, BURIGODA: In the month of October we celebrated Jomnama solemnly at every mass centre. This festive occasion united all the faithful to thank and praise God for the abundant blessings for the good harvest.
Second important thing was a week of intensive preparation for the sacrament of initiation for 125 members. This intensive programme was animated by Sr. Magdali OSU. It was a historical and memorable event for the Burigora Mission. (Petrus Barla)
HOLY FAMILY CHURCH, KUMARDHUBI: The Parish ‘First Communion’ celebration was on November 16 and Fr. Paulus, the Parish Priest presided at the solemn Mass in the Church at 7.00 a.m. Nine children in white attire received the Lord first time in the company of their parents, relatives and parishioners. Frs. Edward Saldanha and Shantinathan Mundu, S.J. concelebrated. Mr. Uday Narayan Chaudhari, the Speaker of Bihar assembly was present for the memorable event. The children were felicitated after the Mass with snacks and gifts and left for home celebrations with great joy. Someone at the end of the celebration noted “ It is for the first time I ever experienced Jesus in the Eucharistic celebration”.
Fr. Jaya Praksh, S.J was the Chief celebrant at the Christ the King Eucharistic Procession and Mass at the Church on November 23. Faithful form all the Mass Centres were present fro the grand celebration. (Paulus)
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SEMINARIANS IN CHRISTMAS
MINISTRY |
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Name |
Place |
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01 |
Deacon Raju Crasta |
Christ the King Parish,
Chakradharpur |
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02 |
Felix Antony |
St. Xavier’s Church,
Chaibasa |
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03 |
Bipin Barla |
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04 |
Prashant Moras |
Jisu Jaher, Tundi |
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05 |
Britto Xavier |
St. Mark’ Church, Toklo |
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06 |
Jayraj Ignatius |
Prabhu Marsal Church,
Goilkera |
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07 |
Baldev Hembrom |
Sacred |
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08 |
Isac Tiru |
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09 |
George Ekka |
St. Theresa’s Church, Sindri |
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10 |
Ranjit Kullu |
St. Joseph’s Church,
Kiriburu |
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11 |
Emile Lakra |
Prabhu Marsal Church,
Goilkera |
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12 |
Simon Kisku |
Jisu Jaher, Tundi |
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13 |
Ranjit Baa |
St. Mark’s Church, Toklo |
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14 |
Samir Ekka |
St. Xavier’s Church,
Chaibasa |
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15 |
Arun Kamal Raj |
St. Theresa’s Church, Sindri |
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16 |
Sebastian Sabhasundar |
St. Joseph’s Church, Kiriburu |
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17 |
George Goodwyn Britto |
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18 |
Pascal Terom |
Christ the King Parish, CKP |
ST. JOSEPH’S ‘S SCHOOL,
GOLMURI: The Annual School Sports Meet was held at the Tinplate Sports’
Complex on November 18, 2008 at 8.00 a.m. Fr. Amatus Kujur inaugurated the Meet
by declaring it open. The children had well performed drill display as well as
track and field events. Mrs. Suman Mahato, MP,
Fr. Vernon D’Souzza, the former Headmaster of the School was present to encourage the Staff and Students. Congratulations to the Headmaster, Staff and Students of Vidya Jyoti School for the excellent ‘Parents Day-08’. (Alwyn)
ST. JOSEPH’S HOSPITAL, BHILAI PAHARI: preparations are on to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the inauguration of the hospital on December 12. The hospital had the maximum number of in-patients in the month November. Msgr. John Bodra has improved very much but still needs help day and night. The paddy is harvested and vegetables are planted everywhere and much greenery is seen in the campus. The compound wall for the new plot of land is completed and many fruit tree are planted in the property. Bro. Paulson DDS looks after the garden work with great enthusiasm.
ST. XAVIER’S CHURCH, CHAIBASA: The Parish celebrated ‘Navakhani’ on Sunday, October 19 during the 7.30 a.m. Mass. Parish Priest, Fr. Camille Hembrom presided at the solemn Mass in Ho. Parishioners offered first fruits, vegetables and paddy to the Lord and prayed for better farming. After the Mass they shared the sweets prepared with the new crops.
Fr. Augustine Minj who was a guest in the parish for many months was reached back to Maluka on November 18. (Camille)
ST. BARBARA’S PARISH,
MOSABONI: The solemnity of Christ the King Eucharistic procession was
organized at the campus of
ST. THERESA’S CHURCH,
JHINKPANI: Pastor, Fr. Edwin
Coleho attended ‘PRIESTS RENEWAL PROGRAM’ at Navajyoti Niketan,
ST. MARK’S CHURCH, TOKLO: The construction work of the Prayerful Hall
did pick up a little speed in the beginning of the month but the scarcity of
water in the tube well may cause reverse effect. The roof will be casted in the
1st week of December. The school is functioning well and more
students are seeking admission for the next academic year.
As we are reaching towards the end of the semester, our days of tension began with exams and the whole seminary was found quiet. We celebrated the Christ’s King feast with a great procession on 23rd. All the theologians were found in Angelic Dress, which added the beauty to the procession. We will finish this semester on 29th and will be back to the diocese for a month of Christmas ministry. Fr. Prabhu reminded us that, in order to show the solidarity with the suffering church, we will not celebrate Christmas with lots of extravaganza, with cards and much celebration.( Ranjit Kullu)
ST. XAVIER’S SCHOOL, PURULIA: To keep it short and sweet, here are the
updates from St. Xavier’s School, Purulia.
Besides being the Convener for
ICSE, Principal Hilary has been appointed the Convener by the Council to
conduct ISC Examinations 2009 in the school with an independent centre. He made
a trip to Chennai deputed by the Council on its official business.
The Rotary International under the auspices of Rotary Club Purulia made a
Charter Presentation to the newly formed Interact Club of St. Xavier’s School
with 26 members by awarding a Certificate of Organization on 2nd November at
the Purulia Club.
Our School is indeed honoured by the invitation from National Council of
Educational Research and Training, (NCERT) New Delhi that the exhibit
“Multi-Purpose Lazer Project” prepared by Md. Hasanuzzaman of Class X B has
been selected for display at the Jawaharlal Nehru National Science Exhibition
for Children 2008 to be held in November 2008 at Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Mr.
Sudip Das the guide teacher will accompany Hassan to this prestigious National
Exhibition in November 08.
After a lapse of three years the students from both Junior and Senior sections
put up an out standing Science and Art Exhibition in the Hall on 8th Nov.
The visitors were all praise for the talents demonstrated by students
magnificently in artifacts and projects.
The Children’s Day was well celebrated with much pomp and glamour by teachers
who put up an enjoyable programme that made the students almost to bring down
the ceiling. At the end every child was treated to a gorgeous packet of eats.
Fr. John Otto and Principal Hilary visited Santhaldih Power Station to make an
on the spot study of the existing school known as St. Xavier’s Institute which
the Power Corporation wants to hand over to the Jamshedpur Diocesan Education
Society.
Mr. Dhananjay Chakraborty, the Physics teacher attended the ISC Physics
Training Programme at the Council Office in Kolkata.
The Interact Club and the newly formed Eco Club jointly put up a very creative
programme in the hall for the observance of the Communal Harmony Campaign week
and the Flag Day. They went about raising funds in the school by distribution
of communal harmony flags.(Hilary Lobo)
ST. JOSEPPH’S WELFARE CENTRE, GOLMURI : Fr. David Vincent inaugurated the New Session of Conversational English Course on November 10 at 8.30 a.m..400 students have taken admission for the course. All the students of the center were present for the inaugural ceremony. Mr. Rajeswar Rao was the M.C and he invited the Chief Guest to inaugurate the session by lighting the traditional lamp. Fr. Michael Raj, the Director welcomed the Chief Guest and all the new students to the family of SJWC. He also presented a report of the various activities of the Centre. The Students presented a bouquet to the Chief Guest and invited him to address the students. Fr. David spoke on the English language in today’s world. He late presented the merit certificate to the students of the previous batch. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks by the M.C. (Henry Sarky).
KRIPA SADAN, BHILAI PAHARI: Fr. Casimir Vaz had a special celebration to mark the arrival of a new calf and 2 kids to the family on November 28. Preparations are on to welcome more members soon. Special ‘Halva’ was made and shared with one and all. The students are well prepared for the first ever Christmas ministry in the various parishes of the Diocese from December 01.
CHRIST THE KING PARISH,
CHAKRADHARPUR: The solemnity of
Christ the King, the Parish day was celebrated on November 23. The solemn
procession began from
In the evening the clergy and religious of the Deanery gathered at the Presbytery for a special meal to celebrate the day. (Eugene Ekka)
RETREAT FOR THE REGENTS : December 16 (Tuesday) PM to 21 (Sunday) PM at UPASNA, C/o Jesu Bhavan, Mango!
ST. ANTHONY’S CHURCH, DHANBAD : The solemnity of Christ the King was celebrated on November 23 in the Parish. Fr. Gualbert Furtado was Chief Celebrant at the Eucharist in the School Hall at 7.00 a.m. After the Mass, the Eucharistic Lord was taken out through the Hill Colony in a procession with all the faithful. The procession ended with the solemn Benediction in the Hall. The Parish Council had made elaborate arrangements for the procession in honour of Christ the King in the parish. Congratulations to the Pastors, Sisters and Members of the Parish Council for Procession and witnessing true faith in public in Jesus Christ the King of the world.
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 !
MASALA BENEFITS: These days it seems everything that is nice is bad for you. Good news then for lovers of spicy curry. A recent US University study has shown that capsaicin, the compound that makes chilli peppers hot, actively fights cancer of the pancreas, one of the most aggressive cancers, by triggering cancer cells to self-destruct.
In a separate study, curcumin,
found in the spice turmeric and lot f curry powders, was found to block a key
biological pathway needed for the development of melanoma and other cancers.
Curcumin was already known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
properties; this new finding might also help to explain why Indians have
significantly lower rates of colon, breast, prostate and lung cancer.(RD,
September, 200
IN THE
CONTEXT OF ATTACK ON
As
citizens of
1)
Whenever there is an attack and FIR MUST be filed...The, local police may refuse to do so. Then send it
by a registered AD to the DSP or
Police Commissioner. Be accurate in giving names o any other information.
2)
The FIR can be written in the local language or
English or Hindi...Write YOUR VERSION of the reality. .Very often the
Police manipulate FIRs and omit important facts/names
3)
Collect the inflammatory materials they are
distributing outside your school/church gates.
Please lodge a police complaint about such materials
4)
Maintain calm. Do NOT panic...Do NOT get provoked
5)
Write a letter to the GOVERNOR of YOUR STATE
about the situation. Tell him/her that your
Constitutional Freedoms are being violated. Tell him/her to
intervene as the Constitutional Head of the State
6)
Write separate (NOT COPIES) letters to the
National Human Rights Commission and the National Commission for
Minorities with complete details Please ACT FAST...Do not wait
for an IDEAL situation to air your grievance ...that may NEVER come DO NOT
go for COMPROMISES. That is merely a delaying tactic...We
are citizens of
ON "BEING
PREPARED" PRAY
Pray without ceasing
Organize special prayers in our parishes / institutions Keep our churches / chapels
/) Conduct
/ join inter-faith prayer (Sarva Dharma Prarthana) Be sensitive (our
prayers and other programmes need not be
"jarring"/ "blasting"/ a nuisance to others.
DIALOGUE
Keep
avenues of dialogue always open with all
Do not be naive........ dialogue
is always in the context of respect and equity.
Participate in Festivals / Prayers of others and invite them to ours strengthen areas that unite / connect (search for commonalities) Network with other secular groups / like-minded individuals. Get the teachers and parents at ouur side, to stand for secular values.
STUDY-DOCUMENT-WRITE
•
Study-analyze the situation
•
Do not limit yourself to issues involving
Christians only; get involved in all Human Rights issues, specially in the defence
of Dalits, Tribals, women, children and other minority and vulnerable groups.
•
Document Newspaper / Journal articles on topical
issues and inflammatory ones. Video / audio record inflammatory speeches /
proceedings
•
Use "The Right to Information" Act to
get information from
the Government
PROMOTE
HUMAN RIGHTS, JUSTICE AND PEACE
•
“Let every Christian be committed to tireless peacemaking
and strenuous defence of the dignity of the human person and his inalienable
rights" (Pope Benedict XVI, 1st January 2007).
• Join /
support other initiatives like the, INSAAF,SAHAMAT, PUCL, JPCD,CONSTITUTIONALL CAUSE/HRLN/LEAD etc.
•
Participate also in the activities / initiatives
of other like-minded individuals / NGOs / groups
•
Publicize secular efforts / initiatives in our
churches / institutions
•
Constitute Justice and Peace Committees (jpcs) in
village / mollah / Parish
•
Start " Peace Clubs " in Schools
•
Conduct symposium/debate on topics like peace harmony/
democracy /secularism /pluralism / Secular ethos terror /communalism etc..
KEEP
OUR HOUSE IN ORDER
•
Maintain and update ALL official documents (land
records, building permissions, licenses) and voter identity cards
•
Keep these always at hand / filed / laminated /
secured Adhere to strict accounting / accountability procedures
•
Ensure timely payment of all taxes (income,
building, land, etc
•
Know and adhere to requisites of the Govt. /
Charity
Commissioner
/ Registrar of Societies / FCRA, etc.
•
Refrain from physical and / or oral abuse or offensive statements against
any one
•
Pay just wages;
have service conditions, appointment letters (cfr. Labour laws)
(THEY HIT WHERE WE ARE VULNERABLE)
PRE-EMPT TROUBLE
•
Provide prior and authentic information/ meet your
jpc/
diocese/CRI/ State Minority Commission/
•
Contact the authorities, wherever possible (preferably in writing)
•
Inform the police (know your local police station
/ personnel); request protection (if desperately needed)
ADDRESS THE "REALITY"
•
Do not get provoked (whatever the reason)....Be cool
• Seek the
support of others (like-minded individuals /groups)
* Protect
/ provide shelter for the weak (old / women / children)
•
Inform the police / authorities (always be
courteous / polite to them)
Photograph / video / audio record the trouble / trouble makers
•
Do not destroy / alter the evidence
Do not underplay / exaggerate the reality
•
Go to a higher authority (with full details) if
you have problems
with your local police send a copy by registered post to the SP or the Commissioner with a note that the local police
refused to accept your complaint
•
In case the police have written the FIR / recorded
your statement,
you MUST read it carefully before you sign it with
the date and time
•
Make sure that the copy is signed by the concerned Police official and
if possible, with the seal of the police station
• Request a copy of the FIR for yourself (you
MUST get it)
BE
VIGILANT
•
Remember, that police / official interrogations in a police station and /or our institution, must normally take place only during working hours, on working days. No police / Goveernment official should officially visit any of our institutions which houuse women between 1800 hrs to 0900 hrs.
•
DO NOT GIVE ANY INFORMATION to people who approach
you, who do not have an official identity and a written authorization
(signed and sealed)
•
Request full particulars of the person concerned
(name, designation, address, telephone / mobile nos. etc)
•
Request that he writes the questions / provides a copy, for which your response is needed
•
In normal circumstances, DO NOT PROVIDE any
official information IMMEDIATELY
•
Tell the person concerned that you MAY provide the information
after some days
•
No one has the right to inspect any of our
registers / documents / records / premises unless there is a written warrant
from a Magistrate to do so
•
In the meantime, contact a higher authority /
nodal agency for further steps and before providing any information
•
Remember that very often, those who seek
information come to you on the dictate of individuals / groups who are
hostile to us and our institutions
•
Let there be ONLY ONE SPOKESPERSON for a community
•
Take legal counsel / be in touch with human
rights lawyers. Buy legal books on Law and Your Rights published by justice
peace commission of Archdiocese of Delhi; also may be booklets published by the
Indian Social Institute, 10 Institutional Area, Lodi Road, New Delhi - 110 003.
COMMUNICATE
•
Share with others what is happening / has happened
•
Develop good Public Relation / Perception
Management skills
•
Befriend the media: give them your point of view;
let them highlight the good works done by / through your institution
•
Contact immediately (phone / fax / email) any focal point that could take up your problem
Important Addresses:
Smt. Pratibha Patil (President of India) Dr.
Girija Vyas (Chair person)
Rasthrapati Bhavan
National Commission for Women
Raisina Hill Deen Dayal Upadhayaya Marg
Justice A. S. Anand
National Human Rights Commission
Faridkot House, Copernicus Marg
Mohamad Shafi Qurashi (Chair person)
National Commission for Minorities
5th Floor, Lok Nayak Bhavan
Khan Market