Mangalore Diocese News

By Joel Dsouza

Panir - Mangaluru , June 27 : ICYM Panir Unit celebrated a major milestone on June 15, 2025, with the launch of its Golden Jubilee logo and the oath-taking ceremony of the new executive committee. The year 2025–26 has been marked as the Golden Jubilee Year, as the ICYM Panir Unit will complete 50 years in 2026. The celebration was held in conjunction with the Feast of the Holy Trinity.

The event was held soon after the 7.00 AM mass.

ICYM member Deepak Rodrigues welcomed the gathering and gave a brief introduction on the significance of the Golden Jubilee. The official logo launch was conducted by:

• Rev. Fr. Victor D'Mello (Parish Priest & ICYM Director)
• Mrs. Saritha D'Souza (Vice President, Parish Council)
• Mrs. Gretta D'Cunha (Secretary, Parish Council)
• Mr. Ronald D'Souza (21 Committee Coordinator)
• Ms. Flora Castelino (ICYM Animator)
• Mr. Joel D'Souza (ICYM President)
• Ms. Olivia D'Souza (ICYM Secretary)

Following the launch, the newly elected ICYM Executive Committee for the year 2025–26 took their oath. The committee comprises:

• President: Joel D'Souza
• Vice-President: Shelton Rodrigues
• Secretary: Olivia D'Souza
• Joint Secretary: Franckin Castelino
• Treasurer: Sam Neon D'Souza
• P.R.O.: Jesika D'Souza
• Red Drop Coordinator: Preethi Pinto
• Sports Secretary: Ian Monteiro
• Cultural Secretary: Venisha D'Souza
• Auditor: Austin Ferrao
• Media Representative: Santhosh D'Souza
• Liturgy Secretary: Anciya Vaz
• Immediate Past President: Deepak Rodrigues

Each member took their oath with prayerful commitment, pledging to uphold the spirit of faith, leadership, and service within the community.

After the ceremony, all ICYM members gathered for a group photo, capturing the spirit of unity and celebration as they stepped into a new chapter of youth leadership.