September 2023 - SALESIAN PROVINCE OF DIMAPUR (IND)

XXVI SUNDAY OF THE YEAR: 01 October 2023

30/09/2023 IND SDB Scripture Reflection

THE ENDGAME MATTERSEzekiel 18:25-28; Philippians 2:1-11 or 2:1-5; Matthew 21:28-32 The 1984 French Open final. The legendary John McEnroe arrived on court that day amid a 42-match winning streak. He raced to a two-set lead with his usual aggressive style that seemed destined to turn the match into a rout. Then Lendl broke him in the sixth game of the third set and the match turned around. McEnroe’s last shot was a potentially easy volley that he tiredly knocked out of court; it seemed to symbolize the steady decay of his game.McEnroe’s 42 prior wins did not matter; his amazing

AIDA-Don Bosco Dimapur organizes a heartwarming Walkathon to promote Children’s Rights

25/09/2023 IND SDB AIDA, Nagaland, Youth

Dimapur, September 23, 2023: In a powerful demonstration of unity and unwavering dedication to safeguarding the rights of children, Dimapur bore witness to an inspiring walkathon organized by AIDA-Child Friendly Dimapur on September 23, 2023. This event was meticulously designed to raise awareness about the fundamental rights of children, foster community solidarity, and champion the cause of a pristine and secure environment for the younger generation. ANMA Integrated Development Association (AIDA), the social development wing of the Salesian Province of Dimapur, under the Child Friendly Dimapur initiative, organized the walkathon under the theme “One Step Towards Creating a Clean and

XXV SUNDAY OF THE YEAR: 24 September 2023

23/09/2023 IND SDB Scripture Reflection

IS GOD UNFAIR?Isaiah 55:6-9; Philippians 1:20-24, 27; Matthew 20:1-16 Robert De Moor shares an incident from his childhood: “When the apples ripened, mom would sit all seven of us down… with pans and knives until the mountain of fruit was reduced to neat rows of filled canning jars. She never bothered keeping track of how many we did… When the job was done, the reward for everyone was the same: a large chocolate-dipped cone. A stickler might argue it wasn’t quite fair… but I can’t remember anyone complaining about it. A family understands it operates under a different set of

Salesian College of Higher Education: A Grand Celebration of Naga Heritage through Folklore Competition

18/09/2023 IND SDB Colleges, Competitions, Dimapur Salesian College, Nagaland, Province News

Dimapur, September 16, 2023 – In a splendid display of cultural preservation and celebration, Salesian College of Higher Education in Dimapur, Nagaland, played host to a captivating Folklore Competition on September 16th, 2023. The event, graced by the theme “Preserving Naga Heritage: Tales of Tradition and Culture,” witnessed a gathering of staff, students, and distinguished guests who came together to honor and uphold the rich legacy of the Naga community. The proceedings commenced with a warm welcome by Mrs. Gloria Kamei, Head of the History Department. Mrs. Kamei set the stage by underlining the paramount importance of safeguarding the vibrancy

JETI 2023 Inauguration

18/09/2023 IND SDB Inauguration, Jorhat Life Plus, Youth

Jorhat, September 12, 2023 – In a momentous stride toward fostering career progression and honing essential soft skills, the Institution for Culture and Rural Development (I-CARD) in Jorhat, Assam, embarked on its annual Training Program for Educated Unemployed Youth. The inauguration took place on September 12th, with distinguished guests including Fr. K.A Thomas, Director of I-CARD, Dr. Salim Ahmed, Professor of J.B. College, Jorhat, and two representatives from the Mising Autonomous Council, Government of Assam. This initiative, generously funded by the Mising Autonomous Council, is targeted at the 11 districts of Upper Assam and spans a comprehensive five-month professional development

Buildings Under Construction in IND Province

18/09/2023 IND SDB IND Photos

175. A school facility is presently under construction in Khasa as part of a project, and we are actively seeking additional sponsors to help complete the construction of the primary school building. At the moment, students are temporarily attending classes in a makeshift structure. 176. A convent and hostel for FMA sisters are in the process of being established in Wokha. The province is working in partnership with the local community to execute this project. Upon its completion, the sisters will have the capacity to accommodate several girls in the boarding facility. 177. A brand-new school facility is currently under

XXIV SUNDAY OF THE YEAR: 17 September 2023

16/09/2023 IND SDB Scripture Reflection

REMEMBER GOD’S MERCYSirach 27:30—28:7; Romans 14:7-9; Matthew 18:21-35 Corrie ten Boom lost her whole family in the Nazi concentration camps. After the war, she travelled about Europe lecturing on forgiveness and reconciliation. After one such talk in Munich, a man came forward, talked to her, and put his hand out to shake hers. She recognized him as a guard at the Ravensbruck camp in which she was interred! Corrie froze. She felt a deep resentment and coldness. She, who had spoken about forgiveness, couldn’t forgive the man. We can empathise with Corrie’s experience. Forgiveness is difficult. We think we have

IND YaR Ministry

14/09/2023 IND SDB YaR (Young at Risk)

Salesian College of Higher Education Celebrates Literary Day with Enthusiasm and Literary Excellence

11/09/2023 IND SDB Colleges, Dimapur Salesian College, Education, Nagaland, Province News

The Salesian College of Higher Education (SCHE) came alive with literary fervor and cultural vibrancy as it observed Literary Day on 8th September 2023, under the theme “Celebrating Diversity through Creativity.” The event, a vibrant amalgamation of literary expressions and artistic performances, saw students and faculty members don Indian attire to celebrate the rich tapestry of literature and culture. The Literary Day extravaganza commenced at 9:30 am with an evocative invocation song, followed by a warm welcome address delivered by Ms. Vitsino Haikam, Head of the English Department. Her words set the stage for a day filled with artistic exploration

Empowering Youth: Rajanagar Parish of Arunachal Pradesh Hosts School Dropout and Drug addiction Awareness Programme

11/09/2023 IND SDB Arunachal Pradesh, Rajanagar DB, Youth

Arunachal Pradesh, Rajanagar Parish, 10 September – In a significant initiative aimed at curbing drug addiction and preventing school dropouts among the youth, Rajanagar Parish saw a congregation of 231 enthusiastic young individuals. The one-day awareness programme, organized with unwavering dedication, was marked by influential resource person in the person of Sr. Jacinta Topno, FMA, who shared valuable insights on combating these pressing issues. Prior to this awareness progrmme, under the watchful guidance of Mr. Oling Lego, the Assistant Deputy Commissioner (ADC) of Bordhumsa, a diverse panel of experts were brought together, including two Catholic priests, namely Fr. Rajesh Lakra