ICYM Amrutotsav 2025
The Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM), Cordel Unit, celebrated its 75th anniversary with great success, offering thanks to God with a Eucharistic Sacrifice at 4:30 PM. The main celebrant was the Vicar of City Varado, Very Rev. Fr. James D’Souza, accompanied by Vicar Rev. Fr. Clifford Fernandes, Assistant Vicar Rev. Fr. Vijay Monteiro, and Rev. Fr. Lawrence Cutinha. Following this, at 6:00 PM, a grand “Amrutotsav Celebration” was held in the Cordel Hall. The chief guest was the appointed Director of ICYM Mangalore Diocese, Rev. Fr. Praveen D’Souza. Vice-President Jovita D’Souza welcomed everyone. The Director of the Cordel Unit, Rev. Fr. Clifford Fernandes, delivered a message encouraging the youth.
Present on the dais were the Vicar of St. Peter’s City Varado, Very Rev. Fr. James D’Souza, Assistant Vicar Rev. Fr. Vijay Monteiro, Rev. Fr. Denzil Lobo, Vice-President of the Parish Pastoral Council, Mrs. Ruth Castelino, Secretary Mr. Anil D’Sa, Commission Coordinator Mr. Dolphy D’Souza, ICYM Mangalore Diocese Central Committee President Vijay Cardoza, City Varado President Ryan Noronha, Representative Winston Sequeira, and Cordel Unit Vice-President Jaden D’Cunha, who together enhanced the event’s grandeur.
Secretary Reeshal Crasta presented the Amrutotsav report, and Vice-President Jaden D’Cunha expressed gratitude to all. During the event, former Presidents and Secretaries who served during the Diamond Jubilee were honored. The program, compered by Sweedal, included stage performances and cultural events by Janice, which entertained the gathered crowd. Various entertainment programs brought joy to the attendees, and arrangements for refreshments were made for all.
