HT Correspondent
DONGKAMUKAM, March 15: The 9th Convention of the Diphu Diocese A’chik Catholic Women’s Association (DDACWA) held from March 13 to 15 at Dokmoka Parish in Karbi Anglong district, concluded peacefully in a colourful manner.
On the concluding day, Bishop of Diphu Diocese Most Rev Paul Mattekat attended the programme as the chief guest in the presence of Fr Abraham Kanattu, parish priest of Sojong and Fr Albert Thyrniang, parish priest of Sojong. A Holy Mass was held with the participation of hundreds of delegates from Karbi Anglong, West Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao districts.
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In his sermon, the Bishop mainly stressed family love and peace in Christian households. He said if there is no peace between husband, wife and children, it would be difficult to spread the message of peace and love to neighbours.
He urged the Catholic faithful to always pray to God for His love and to pray regularly so that peace prevails in families, which would eventually spread to neighbours and the wider world.
He also encouraged families present at the convention to send Garo children for theological studies so that they may become priests from the community under the Diphu Diocese.
Earlier, on March 13, Fr Albert Sangma from Haflong Parish and Director of ACWA inaugurated the convention.
During the three-day programme, discussions were held on various topics, particularly focusing on spreading the message of peace and love among communities. Bible skits, singing, dance and games were also organised.
Fr Sajan Thomas from Dokmoka Parish, Fr Gabriel Mankin, Fr Charles Sangma and several Rev Sisters also attended the convention and took part in discussions on various topics.
