Mangalore Diocese News

By Arrel Miranda

Gantalkatte - Moobidri, July 24 : On July 20, 2025, the ICYM unit of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Church, Gantalkatte organized 'Umalo- Yuva Saktheso ani Yuva Chinthnaso' event for the parish youth. The program commenced after Mass with a stage event, beginning with a prayer song led by ICYM members. President Shawn Pinto extended a warm welcome to the dignitaries on the dais, who included:
Mr. Sunil Miranda, Vice President of the Parish Council
Mrs. Lidiya D'cunha, Secretary of the Parish Council
Mr. Alwyn Menezes, Convenor of the Pastoral Commissions
Mr. Winston Sequeira, Immediate Past President of the ICYM Central Council
Also present were ICYM Gantalkatte's President, Shawn Pinto, and Secretary, Lishel Correa.

The first session was an ice-breaking session, featuring games conducted by Winston Sequeira for all the youths. The next session was conducted by Fr. Alwyn Serrao, who discussed various topics related to achieving success in life, including essential habits and qualities. After the session, Winston Sequeira organized various games for the youth, dividing them into groups. The Deanery Executive Committee members joined the program and energized the youth with an action song.

Lishel Correa delivered the vote of thanks, and Melisha Miranda served as the compere for the program.