DIOCESAN YUVAJANA SAKHYAM:
“For we speak as messengers approved by God to be entrusted with the Good News. Our purpose is to please God, not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts.” 1 Thessalonians 2:4 Over the past year, God has been gracious in a million ways, a great fortress and guide throughout our endeavors. We praise God for who He is and for revealing his purpose in our lives this past year. In the trials and tribulations of life the youths of the Chennai Bangalore diocese have been blessed to have a community of fervent God-fearing youth and leaders to stand up for them in prayer and grow in His knowledge and truth. As youths of this diverse nation let us praise our God for His unchanging love, His mercy, and his divine grace that has led us thus far. As a father cares for his children, our Heavenly Father has blessed us with material and spiritual wealth, needed for our well-being. The young fellowship of the Chennai Bangalore diocese, see that it is apt to renew our commitment and mission to be fruitful for the kingdom of God and to uphold our motto “Lighted to Lighten”.
Diocese Inauguration and Convention:
The Diocese Inauguration was held on 8th September 2024 at Immanuel Mar Thoma Church Kothanur hosted by Bangalore Centre. The meeting and convention was presided by Rt. Rev. Dr. Gregorios Mar Stephanos Episcopa. Thirumeni along with the other achens and the Diocese Yuvajana Sakhyam office bearers inaugurated the year planner for 2024-2025 and Ms. Sini Sam secretary presented the programs for the year 2024-2025 during the meeting. A convention was also held during the same meeting and the speaker for the convention was Rev. John Mathew. The meeting was attended by around 150 youths from our diocese. Special thanks to our convenor Mr.Deepak Thomas Centre Secretary, Rev. Jiju, Kothanur youths and the Diocesan office bearers for their efforts.
Diocese Mission Visit
Diocese Mission Visit was organized from 8th March to 10th 2024 at Pollachi Mission Centre. A total of 40 youths from all the Centres of the diocese participated along with our Diocese Yuvajana Sakhyam Vice President Rev. Baiju Pappachan. Special thanks to Rev. Ajin Abraham George and the evangelists of the Mission Centre who arranged the camp for us at their place. Special appreciation to Mr. Stefin Josy and joint convenor Ms. Riya Abraham for coordinating and planning events for the visit. A significant amount was raised and donated to the mission field to support its needs. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the youths and seniors for their generous contributions.
Kendram Cricket League:
Youths from the Chennai – Bangalore diocese participated in the Marthoma Premier League cricket tournament 2024 held at Tiruvalla on 26th January 2024. Appreciating all the youth members putting in the efforts and giving the opponent a tough fight.
Maramon Convention 2024:
Around 16 youths from our diocese participated in the Clean Maramon program conducted on February 17th 2024 as part of the programs during the Annual Maramon Convention which was held during February 12th to February 18th 2024 at Maramon. Youths from Bethel Mar Thoma Church, KRP, Bangalore led the singing session for the Yuvavedhi on February 17th 2024. Appreciating all the youths for their efforts.
Kendram Kalamela 2024-2025:
The Kendram Kalamela for the year 2024 – 2025 was held at The Mar Thoma Youth Centre, Adoor on 13th August 2022. Around 15 youths from our diocese participated in the competitions and won the following: Ms. Sania M Sabu – 1st – Poem Writing English (Group I) and 2nd – Cartoon (Group I), Ms. Merlin Chalat Jacob – 1st – Recitation Malayalam (Group II), Ms. Charis V Philip – 1st – Story Writing English (Group II). We congratulate and appreciate all the winners and participants of our diocese who participated in the Kendram Kalamela.
Diocesan Kalamela 2024 – 2025:
The Diocesan Kalamela for the year 2024-25 was held on 26th October 2024 at Ebenezer Mar Thoma Church Jalahalli hosted by Devanahalli Centre Nearly 200 youths from Ankola, Bangalore, Chennai, Coimbatore and Devanahalli Centres participated in the event. The overall trophy was bagged by the Bangalore Centre and runners up were the Chennai centre. Thanking the convenors Rev. Jince and Mr. Murthy for all their support. Also thanking the Vicar and the youths of the Jalahalli Church who made this event successful with their immense support.