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NEWS ARCHIVE

• Smart Class Training for the Staff of Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur :
  Staff Class Training Programme was held at Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur for all the staff. The programme began at 9.30 a.m. and ended at 1 p.m. on 17.09.2011. Br. Victor Crasta, the principal of the school welcomed every one gathered and introduced the resource persons of the day. Mr. Natraj, Mr. Mubarak, Mr. Swamy and Miss Swathi from the EduComp conducted this programme and enlightened the staff the best way of imparting the knowledge through Smart Class. Mr. Halesh, the staff co-ordinator of the Smart Class programme at Infant Jesus School organized and compered the programme. Vinod Colaco proposed the vote of thanks. click here for more

• TEACHERS’ DAY CELEBRATED AT ST. ANTHONY’S P.U. COLLEGE, KENGERI
  The much awaited Teachers’ Day was celebrated at St. Anthony’s P.U. College on 14th September, 2011. Due to exams the celebration was postponed to 14th. Even the students and Staff of Darshan College took active part in it. Ms. Shiny, Ms. Sushma and Ms. Siddiqa delivered speeches in English, Kannada and Hindi respectively on the importance of Teachers’ Day. All the teaching and non teaching staff were presented with a memento each by the students. On behalf of the lecturers, the senior lecturer Mr. Sathya Murthy thanked students for making the day so great and enjoyable. click here for more

• ‘LIFELINE ASSOCIATION’ OF BLOOD DONORS INAUGURATED AT DARSHAN COLLEGE & ST. ANTHONY’S P.U. COLLEGE
  ‘Give Blood, Give Life’ is the motto of the Lifeline Association of Voluntary Blood Donors inaugurated at the twin colleges on 27th August, 2011.The President of the Capuchin Education Board, Rev. Dr. Vincent Furtado presided over the function. Dr. Suchith Kumar, Head, Blood Bank, Hosmat Hospital, Bangalore was the guest of honour and the main speaker of the day. click here for more

• Teachers’ Day Celebration :
  September 5th being the Day of the teachers, it was celebrated in a grand scale at Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur. The programme began by invoking the Almighty through a song and later by a prayer dance by the students. Br. Victor Crasta, the principal accorded a warm welcome to the chief guest of the day Rev. Fr. Edwin Monis, OFM Cap. who is presently working as a parish priest in Japan. The chief guest in his speech expressed his desire to become a teacher and opined that to be a teacher is one of the noblest professions in the world. He also thanked the teachers for moulding the students to become better citizens.   click here for more

• Medical Examination of the Students:-
  All the 546 students of Infant Jesus School at Chikmagalur were medically examined by Dr. Geetha, M.B.B.S., of Government Hospital at K R Pete. Dr. Geetha along with her team Vasantha Kumari, Vimalakshmi, Gayathri & Lakshmi arrived at 11 a.m. and finished examining the students before 4 p.m. Dr. Geetha expressed her satisfaction to see the discipline of the students and educational environment created in the school. click here for more

• ANTHONIANS CELEBRATE 65TH INDEPENDENCE DAY
  St. Anthony’s P.U.College and Darshan College celebrated with gaiety the 65th Independence Day of Mother India. Mr. Joseph Rodricks, the former Joint Director of Department of Public Instruction, Government of Karnataka was the chief guest who also unfurled the national flag. Then followed a number of patriotic speeches, songs, dances which manifested the beautiful colours of Mother India. A number of priests and religious sisters were present on the occasion along with the students. A Rangoli Competion too was organized on the occasion in which scores of students took part. Jai Hindi!! Love live India. click here for more

• Independence Day Celebration at Infant Jesus School:-
  August 15th is a memorable day to every Indian citizen and to mark this occasion every institution holds some function or the other. Infant Jesus School at Chikmagalur took extra trouble to make this day a grand success and a memorable one to all. All the 546 students with their parents gathered at 8 a.m. to hoist the flag by Mr. Jalendra, the president of Mugthihalli Panchayath. There followed the march past and colourful demos by the students. The chief guest Mr. Jalendra gave the Independence Day message and expressed his desire and felt proud to see such an institution coming up in his area. Bro. Victor Crasta, OFM Cap., the principal of the school in his speech invited every Indian to preserve the land clean and green as suggested by the Education Department.  click here for more

• Our Assisi Press at Mangalore has won the Lions club award.
  it is titled as 'HELPING HAND AWARD 2011"In the photo you see Fr. Alwyn the manager of the press who is receiving the award.
  

• Visit of Rev. Dr. Vincent Furtado, OFM Cap., to Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur:- On the 8th of August, 2011, Rev. Dr. Vincent Gabriel Furtado, OFM Cap. The president of Capuchin Education Board in Karnataka with his secretary Fr. Deepak Fernandes, OFM Cap., paid an official visit to the Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur. At 9.15 a.m. he blessed all the 23 staff and prayed for them during their Morning gathering. At 9.45 a.m. all the 546 student of the school welcomed him with flowers and warm applause. Br. Victor Crasta OFM Cap. The principal of the school accorded a warm welcome saying that it is the dream, concern and care of Fr. Vicente that led to the realization of a school in this village area. click here for more

• SOCIAL ACTION CELL INAUGURATED AT ST. ANTHONY’S P.U. & DARSHAN COLLEGE
  With the motive of creating social awareness and to respond to the needs of the humanity, Social Action Cell was inaugurated at St. Anthony’s Pre-University College and Darshan College on 18th July, 2011. Fr. Vinod Mascarenhas, the Director of Vimukti, the Social Action wing of the Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka inaugurated the Cell and spoke on the need of being other-centered in life. He also stressed on the importance of raising one’s voice against injustices taking place in our society. The programme began with a Prayer Song by Ms. Felcita D’Souza and group. The director Fr. Chetan Lobo, welcomed the chief guest Fr. Vinod and handed over a bouquet. Click here for more

• “KALAANJALI” THE CULTURAL ASSOCIATION INAUGURATED AT ST. ANTHONY’S P. U. & DARSHAN COLLEGE
  The much awaited Cultural Association was inaugurated at St. Anthony’s Pre-University College and Darshan College on 30th July, 2011 and was christened as ‘Kalaanjali’. The function began with a prayer after which the dignitaries on the dais lighted the lamp and formally inaugurated the function. Fr. Chetan Lobo, the director spoke on the importance of the Cultural Association in a college and exhorted the students to learn from everything they do in the college. Then followed a series of cultural entertaining items - songs, dances, etc.  Click here for more
   

• Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur:
  The academic year 2011-2012 was inaugurated together with Smart Class (EduComp) by Mr. L Rangappa, Deputy Director of Public Instructions, Chikmagalur. The newly erected Kids Park was declared open for the kids to play and enjoy, by Fr. Chetan Lobo, the Secretary of Capuchin Education Board in Karnataka. The inaugural function took place at 10 am with a prayer service led by Bro. Vinod Colaco, OFM Cap. and Sr. Gretta Sequeira, UFS. Fr. Lawrence Dilraj Sequeira, OFM Cap., the vice-principal of the School welcomed the dignitaries, the newly joined staff members and also the new and old students. The school has six new staff members and they are:- Bro. Vinod Colaco, OFM Cap., Sr. Gretta Sequeira, UFS, Mr. Abdul Razak, Mr. Halesh G, Miss Reetha N R, and Mrs. Keerthi U. This year the school has classes from LKG to Std. V and nearly 200 new students have sought admissions to make a total strength above 500. click here for more

• Perpetual Profession:
  The Perpetual Profession of Br. Sunil Cornelio, Br. Justin Sumi, Br. Ivan Melwin D'Souza and Johnson D'Mello took place on 3rd May, 2011 at St. Anne's Friary Chapel, Mangalore amidst moderate gathering. Br. Provincial along with 2O con-celebrates officiated the solemn Eucharist prayer at 10.00 a.m. and received the vows. The sonorous choir from the novice brothers solemnized the celebration. After the Eucharistic celebration a short felicitation program for the Perpetually Professed was held and then a sumptuous meal was served for one and all. We wish and pray for these Perpetually Professed Brothers that they may persevere till the end in their life of commitment to the Lord. Click here for more

• Closing of the academic Year at Kripalaya
  Kripalaya concluded its academic year 2010-2011 on 31st March by praising and thanking God for the assistance and blessings received all through the year. “All through the year you have been at my side O Lord” was the song on everyone’s lips. The community celebrated the mass presided over by Rev. Fr. Edwin Colaco, the Rector of Kripalaya. Fr. Rector reminded in his Homily the difference between gaining Knowledge and growing in Knowledge. “Mere collecting books,” he said, “printed materials or some digital data is not growing in knowledge but it is adding to our possession. To grow in knowledge is to bring change in ones life.”  After the mass all enjoyed the delicacies of the hard labor of some of our brothers in the sumptuous dinner prepared by them.

• Blessing of a new grotto of St. Francis of Assisi at Kripalaya.
  Kripalaya shines with a new-built grotto of our founder St. Francis of Assisi the patron of ecology. This grotto is built in the flower garden, in between the library and the chapel and was blessed on 31st March, along with the thanksgiving Mass, in honour of the closing of the academic year.  We are, with our prayers and good wishes, extremely grateful to Mr. Daniel D’Souza, for donation the statue. We also admire and appreciate the spirit and efforts of Fr. Felix D’Souza who with his ‘magical stick’ directed the construction of the grotto. Finally, we thank all the brothers for their hard work and willingness. Click here for more

• Inauguration of the Platinum Jubilee of St. Anne’s Friary and Inauguration of the Assisi House New building and Infirmary
  12th of March 2011 was a red letter day for the St. Anne’s friary. Since the inception of the friary it is seventy five years. The Capuchins first laid their foot in the Mangalore diocese in the year 1930 and established their first house and Novitiate at Monte Mariano Farangipet. Meanwhile as they were growing in numbers and involved in Pastoral and Spiritual ministry, they felt the need to establish a transit house in the city as it was difficult for them to reach out everyone. Therefore they were looking for a transit house in the City. At this juncture in the year 1936 as good Samaritan came forward Mr. George Lobo a Jailer in the prison came forward to donate his house and a little portion of his land to the capuchins with the condition that His wife Mrs. Anna’s name should be given to the friary, thus it was known as St. Anne’s Friary. The rest of the land was purchased by the friars. Click here for more

• 'Anthonians College Day’ celebrated at Darshan College
  The maiden ‘Antonians College Day’ was celebrated on 5th March, 2011 at Darshan College Auditorium. The vice president of Capuchin Education Board, Fr. Dolphy Pais was the guest of honour. He in his address appreciated the quality of education maintained in the college and sought for the wholehearted co-operation of all the staff and the students. The principal of Degree College Fr. Veerus Concessao presented the report of the academic year which involved several activities. The Director of the institution Fr. Chetan Lobo after giving away the prizes to the meritorious students assured the staff and the students that though today the college community is small, there are all the possibilities of growing up to the level of prestigious institutions of the city. click here for more

• Solemn Inauguration and Blessings of the Vimukti Social Work Centre
  Capuchin Krishik Seva Kendra®, Dayalbagh Rural Development Progamme, Vimukti Social Work Centre was inaugurated and blessed by his Lordship Rt. Rev. Dr. Lawrance Mukkuzhy, the Bishop of Diocese of Belthangady on 8th March 2011 at 10 am. It was a long dreamt dream of thousands of people and now that dream is being realized today. For nearly one and half decades Rural Integrated Development activities were being organized in the rented building. On this auspicious day Rev. Fr.Vincent Furtado, the Provincial Minister, Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka was present. The Chief Gusts Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Gonsalves, the Parish Priest of Ujire, Mr. Harish Kumar, local Congress Leader, Ms. Sumathi Bhat, the President, Vimukti SHG Federation, Rev. Fr. Chetan Lobo, the convenor of Vimukti Charitable Trust and other dignitaries were present.
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•  Adieu Dear “ABA” 
   Rev. Fr. Vincent Lobo OFM Cap : (1912 – 2010)

  The Psalmist queries: O Lord who will dwell in your tent and reside on your holy mountain? And Psalmist himself replies: He who walks blameless and does what is right; who speaks truth from his heart and controls his words (Ps.15: 1-3).
  Rev. Fr. Vincent Lobo, our holy brother embraced sister death on 26th December, 2010 at 8.40 a.m. A long grace-filled life here on earth came to an end as our brother met the LOVE incarnate- the Emmanuel in Holy embrace for whom he waited faithfully throughout the advent season. Brother Vincent completed 98 years as a devout Christian, 75 years as a faithful Friar Minor Capuchin and 69 years of loyal Priest of the Catholic Church.
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• Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur - Staff Picnic to Manasa, Pilikula, Mangalore:-
  6th March, 2011 was a day of rejoicing, entertainment and boat-riding for the staff of Infant Jesus School. Early morning at 5.30 all the 18 staff members got into a mini bus and traveled to Manasa Water Park at Polikula Mangalore. On the way we had the breakfast at Orchard Palace, Maroor, Moodbidri and reached Manasa at 10.30 a.m. For many of us it was a first time experience in the lovely cold water to enjoy varieties of games. Having enjoyed in every way in the water and a sumptuous meal at the restaurant, at 3 pm we proceeded to the nearby flower garden and then for the boat ride that thrilled every one. Later our visit was to the Pilikula Botanical garden nearby.  click here for more

• Rev. Fr. Alwyn P. D’Silva ...“You are Priest forever in the order of Melchizedek”
  The Second day of the month of March, in the year of Our Lord Two Thousand Eleven remained a memorable day for the Capuchins of Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka as their brother deacon Alwyn Paschal D’Silva received the grace of Ordination to Holy Priesthood. The bishop of Chikmagalur Most Rev. Dr. T. Antony Swamy ordained the Ordinandi amidst the august gathering in the church dedicated to Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Koppa. The Ordination ceremony was a gracious event witnessed by around 50 priests, many religious men and women, relatives and friends and Benefactors of Rev. Fr. Alwyn D’Silva.   click here for more

• Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur - School Excursion:
  As recommended by the Education department, the Infant Jesus School at Chikmagalur held its Annual Day, Sports Day and finally Excursion Day. On the 23rd of February all the tiny tots went to the Gandhi Park in the outskirts of Chikmagalur for a days of outing. The senior students (Std. I – IV) though small ones took the challenge of traveling a long way leading to GRS Fantasy park at Mysore on the 25th. For most of us it was a first time experience to enjoy in the water games. The day was a memorable one for all. click here for more

• Annual Day Celebration of Trinity Central School, Udupi on 19th February 2011 :
  The first annual day of Trinity central School perampalli was celebrated with great grandeur and glory. Rev. Fr. Chetan Lobo, the secretary of Capuchin Education Board was the President of the function. Sri. Kiran Kumar was the chief guest and Fr. Cyprian, Fr. Romeo Lewis, Fr. Ronald Fernandes and Mr. Ramesh Naik were the Guests of Honour. The guests were escorted to the dias ceremoniously by the school band. The school report highlighted the various activities during the academic year and threw light on the facilities made available for the little kids such as, a well furnished computer lab, a LCD Tv of 40” to the kinder garten children, LCD projector for the higher classes, water cooler and aqua guard for pure drinking water, modern sound system, table tennis board and other indoor games, an air conditioned Audio Visual room, modern kitchen for cooking food, well furnished dining hall, beautiful assisi kids park and animal Zoo, vast play ground, spacious rooms, innovative games material and smart classes. click here for more

• School Annual Day of Infant Jesus School:- 
  The 6^th Annual Day of Infant Jesus School at Chikmagalur was held on the 5^th of February, 2011.  The day began with the invocation of the blessings of Almighty God.  Bro. Frolic Fernandes welcomed the gathering and all the guests at the dais prayerfully lit the lamp and inaugurated the function. Bro. Victor Crasta, OFM Cap. the principal of the school read out the lengthy annual report surprising every one that the school has 354 students from LKG to Std. IV and informed every one saying the construction of the 2^nd and 3^rd floor of the school building will begin from tomorrow onwards in order to accommodate the growing number of students next year.  The report further said that the school management is seriously pondering of starting an orphanage in order to educate freely the poor and orphan children. click here for more

• A day of seminar on Youth Guidance, marking the year dedicated to the youth, was held at Darshan Institute of Theology, the Capuchin Theologate at Kengeri, Bangalore, from 9 am to 4 pm on Friday, 28th January 2011. About a hundred religious brothers and sisters attended the seminar. It began with a prayer service and lighting of the lamp followed by the welcome address by Rev Fr Charles Furtado, the dean of studies. Rev Fr Jossy Fernandes OFM Cap., the director of Shanthi Sadhana, delivered the key note address. Rev Fr Gilbert Choondal SDB, head of the department of Faith and Youth Ministry of Kristu Jyoti College, presented the first paper with the audio-visuals on Youth and Evangelisation.  click here for more

• Sports Day at Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur :
  As a preparation for the School Annual Day of Infant Jesus School, sports day was conducted on 25th January, 2011. Fr. Arthur Menezes, OFM Cap. the parish priest and superior of Infant Mary’s Church at Bankal inaugurated the sports day by lighting the sports torch. In his address to the students, he requested them to play a clean game and congratulated them for the keen interest they show in sports. The principal Bro. Victor Crasta, OFM Cap. referring to the quotation from the I Corinthians 9:24, “All run at the stadium, but only one gets the prize, run as if to win” urged the students to cultivate the spirit of competition. Various games were conducted and the winners were selected to be honoured on the Annual Day 5th February, 2011. All of you are cordially invited. click here for more

• Birthday celebration of the principal of Infant Jesus School.
  The birthday of Br. Victor Crasta, OFM Cap., the principal of Infant Jesus School, is on 28^th December.  As this auspicious day fell on a day when the school was closed for Christmas holidays, the vice-principal, staff and students did not want it to escape without notice.  Accordingly, the staff and students gathered together on the 13^th of January, 2011 and made it a memorable one.  The school choir sang the felicitation song and Miss Supriya one of the teachers highlighted the good qualities of the principal and explained to everyone the yeomen services the principal renders to the school. click here for more

• Darshan College achieves Cent Per Cent Results!!
  The Third semester BBM students at Darshan College have brought laurels to the college by achieving 100% results in the third semester exams conducted by Bangalore University in Nov/Dec. 2010. While 50% of the students have passed in the first class, the other 50% have secured high second class. Hearty Congratulations to the principal Fr. Veerus Concessao and the staff for making this possible.  Congratulations to all the students for their hard work. Do it once more!!

• KRIPALAYA ROCKS
  It was a fantastic all-round performance by the Kripalites in the “carol singing” organized by Carmel catholic association Mysore, Diocesan carol singing competition and big bazaar super centre Mysore in month of December, 2010. The brothers brought laurels to Kripalaya through their electrifying singing. They sang to the pulsating beats with angelic voices bagging all the three first prizes in English, Kannada and Konkani languages in Diocesan carol singing competition, first prize in Carmel catholic association and first prize in Big Bazar Super centre mysore. Their performance was heart throbbing and it was palpably felt by the audience. This was possible only because of the strong support of Fr. Edwin Colaco, our Rector and the Staff. The renowned and eminent personality was Fr. Santa Lopes who guided and taught us to make music the melody of our heart. We congratulate all the participants for their hard work and success. click here for more

• Christmas Celebration at Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur:-  On 23^rd December, 2010, Christmas was celebrated at Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur.  The programme began at 10 a.m. invoking the blessings of the Almighty by a prayer song.  Bro. Victor Crasta, the principal of the school welcomed everyone with his Christmas message saying that Jesus was born in a manger in order to save everyone.  He further opined saying that the tradition of making a crib to welcome Jesus was the inspiration of St. Francis of Assisi in the 12th century.  The chief guest of the function Fr. Henry Madtha, the parish of Lourdes Church at Kuduvalli in Chikmagalur Diocese inspired the school children with a befitting message on the reason of Jesus becoming a man and choosing to be born in the manger together with the cattle.  click here for more

• Christmas Celebration held at Sarvodaya : An Organization for Social work & An Orphanage for poor children : The principal and the vice-principal together with some of the staff of Infant Jesus School, celebrated the birth of Jesus with the orphan children of Sarvodaya Organization for Social work at Kadri Midri, Chikmagalur.  All the Little ones of this ashram were given special Christmas gifts and a sumptuous meal sponsored by Mr. Ronal Sequeira, the manager of Karnataka Agencies to mark the birthday of his wife and also Christmas. Mr. Ronald said the twin celebrations and sharing from his earning during this Christmas made him tall and great.  click here for more 

• Drawing Competition:
  Drawing competition was held at Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur on the 16th of December, 2010. It was sponsored by the ING Vysya Bank, Chikmagalur. Mr. Ramesh, the Branch Manger and Mr. Manoj, the Sales Manager conducted this competition and gave away the prizes for the Winners. The following students won the prizes in 4 categories. Shreyas M (Std. I) First prize, Madhu B M (Std. I) II prize. Harshith C M (Std. II) I Prize, Bhoomika E K (Std. II) II prize, Sahana K L (Std. III) I Prize, Syed Ayan (Std. III) II prize, Soniya Jennifer (Std. IV) I prize, Nithin M C (Std. IV) II prize.
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• Children's Fest in Trinity Central School
  It was a very auspicious day in Trinity Central School on 11th November 2010 as the Trinity Central School celebrated the Mega Event 'Children's Fest' with grandeur. The celebration began in the morning at 10 a.m. with the prayer dance "Vandan vandan" followed by the welcoming of the guests and the gathering by Fr. Richie. The programme was solemnly inaugurated by the chief guests of the day, Fr. Chetan, Fr. Cyprian, Fr. Freddie and others by hoisting the flag and bursting crackers and the Newly composed Trinity Anthem was sung for the first time by everyone. click here for more

• N S S camp at Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur:
  40 P U C students of Sri Ramakrishna PU College, Jyothinagar, Chikmagalur together with their 5 staff members took active part in their NSS camp and cleansed the play ground of Infant Jesus School at Kadri Midri, Chikmagalur.  The team guide and the professor Mr. Kumare Gowda introduced the students to the principal of Infant Jesus School and requested to inaugurate the camp.  The students took keen interest and made the surrounding clean and green.  The Principal Bro. Victor Crasta gave an inspiring talk as how a student could become a good social worker and achieve good name from the society.  click here for more

• Prathibha Karanji (Fountain of Talents) was held in Government Higher Primary School, at Mattavar in Chikmagalur District, on the 26th of November, 2010 for Mughthihalli Cluster organized by the Department of Education. The School children of Infant Jesus School, at Chikmagalur too participated in the competitions and 10 students won the prizes in various competitions. Rev. Fr. Joseph Dolphy Pais, the vicar provincial of Karnataka Capuchin Province, who was on a fraternal visit to Infant Jesus School, distributed these prizes on the 27th during the school assembly. He urged the students to be more competitive in every field in order to challenge modern times. Fr. Pais remarked to say that he was surprised to see the discipline of the students and took note of every student singing the school anthem melodiously. The principal, vice-principal and all the staff were present on the dais. click here for more

• Trinity Central School organized the Fancy Dress Competition on 27th of November in view of forthcoming Children’s Fest. The programme commenced at 9. 30. It was inaugurated by Mr. Lancy, Sr. Noella, Fr. Freddy and Fr. Richie as they lighted the jyothi these guests were also the judges of the competition. Around 150 parents were present for the programme and enjoyed the competition as they saw their children in different look. At the end Fr. Dancy thanked everyone and by announcing the result of the competition the programme was concluded. This competition was held in view of Children’s Fest which will be held on 11^th of December.  click here for more

• The historic event for the Capuchin Friars in INFANT JESUS DELEGATION, NAGALAND-MANIPUR took place on 17th & 18th November, 2010 at St. Peter' Friary Atoizu, Nagaland. The first Triennial Assembly of the Delegation was formally inaugurated on 17th Nov. 2010 morning with the lighting of the symbolic Lamp by Rev. Fr. Vincent G. Furtado, Minister Provincial, Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka and Provincial Delegate Rev. Fr. Augustine Claude D’Souza and his Councillors. The lighting ceremony was followed by the Solemn Eucharistic celebration presided by Rev. Fr. Provincial in which he gave a very inspiring homily basing on the Theology of Incarnation, thus setting the right tone for the two days long Assembly. What is laudable was that all the Ten perpetually professed friars working in the delegation were present for the celebration of the joyful assembly. click here for more

     Keerthan from Hospital to home (Updated on 09-11-2010)

• CHILDREN'S DAY CELEBRATION AT TRINITY CENTRAL SCHOOL, SHIVALLY
  Trinity Central School celebrated the Children’s Day on 15th Monday with grandeur as the programme began at 12 p.m. by solemn procession of the children. The teachers honored them by showering the flowers. Then there were cultural items from the teachers and the working staff like Dance, Fashion Show, Puppet Dance and many more items. The children were astonished to see their teachers on the dance floor. The programme concluded by dancing to the Baila Music. The main attraction of the day was the new sound system which was bought recently. It amused every one with its special effects. Click here for more

• Children’s Days Celebration at Infant Jesus School:- 
  November 14^th is a special day for all the children in India, since it is a birthday of Jawaharlal Nehru, the First Prime Minister of India.  This year, 14^th November occurred on a Sunday, the Infant Jesus School at Chikmagalur celebrated it on Saturday 13^th  in a grand scale.  All the staff members took active part in the celebration.  The prayer song “let the little children come to me” was sung melodiously with the musical accompaniment to invoke the blessings of the Lord on the children.  The lady teachers danced to the tune to marvel all the children.  Click here for more

• The festival of lights had spread sunshine on the faces of little one’s in the Trinity School campus on 8th of November. The celebration began at 1 p.m. with a colorful display of Rangoli by the students in front of the school entrance. Then the beautiful hymn “This little guiding light of mine” was sung by the children to depict the shining lights in their lives. Every child was shining with colorful dress catching the lighted crackers and dancing to the tunes of music. The day was inaugurated by lighting the flower pot crackers and ended with bursting of rockets. Every child had this unique experience of catching the shining lights and running around with awe and wonder. Lots of sweets were sent by the parents to distribute to the children. The celebration of lights ended at 3.30 p.m. by serving the sweet payasam to all the children. Click here for more

• Activities Vimukti Chikodi, On 03.11.2010.
  The ‘Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act – 2005’ under this act poor people from Manjri and Manjrewadi village Chikodi taluk applied for work when their Grama Panchayth has not given a ear to them. They protested in front of Taluk Panchyath and have given a memorandum to Executive officer. Click here for more

• Trinity Central School celebrated the Kannada Rajyotsava and Sports Meet on 31st of October, 2010. The celebration began in the morning at 9 a.m. by lighting the Torch by the Principal after which the various types of sports were organized for all the children of Trinity Central School. The Kannada Rajyotsava Celebration commenced at 2. 30 in the after noon. The children gave the speeches and all the teachers sang the 'Vishwa Vinutana' song as they honored Karnataka . At the end of the day, the children were honored with the medals; Gold medal and Silver Medal respectively. The children cherished and enjoyed the every moments of the day by participating well in the Sports and other activities. Click here for more

• A WORKSHOP ON JANAROGYA ANDOLANA was conducted in Vimukti, Chikodi on 29 October, 2010
  The resource persons were:
  Mrs. Suvarna Bhatt, Conveyer of Janarogya Andolana Karnataka. Mr. I. M. Prahallad, editorial board of Janarogya Andolana Karnataka. Mr. Mallikarjun Trainee of Janarogya Andolana Karnataka. The participants were Key persons from the 15 villages from chikodi, Belgaum, Karnataka. There were 45 members participated in this workshop. The main subject matter of workshop is to regularize and establish good Primary Health Centers and take care of community health in the village. How People will play their role in the community health center and Primary Health Center.  click here for more

• Jai Ho Kripalaya!
  It was an incredible all-round performance by the Kripalites in the “Prabodhana Fest” organized by Prabodhana, the Pallotine Theologate, Mysore on October 2, 2010. On this joyful Saturday, there were altogether seven events in the competition out of which Solo singing, Mnemonics and Instrumental were individual events, and Vegetable & fruit carving, Bible Quiz, Poster Painting and Group Dance were the group events. It’s very exciting to say that the Kripalites have clinched first places in Mnemonics, Vegetable and fruit carving, Bible quiz and Group dance, and second place in Solo singing. As a result, the Rolling Trophy was indeed deservedly shared by both Kripalaya and Prabodhana. Jai Ho Kripalaya.  click here for more

• Feast Day of Br. Vincent G. Furtado, Provincial Minister: The Feast Day of our beloved Provincial Minister Br. Vincent G. Furtado was celerated on 27th September, 2010 at Saccidananda, Bangalore. The Spiritual part of the celebration included the Eucharistic Celebration by Br. Provincial in the Morning and a Short prayer service in the evening. After the Vespers we had a short felicitaion program in order to wish the Celebrity of the Day. The presence of our dear definitors Br. Dolphy Pais, Br. Peter Cyprian D'Souza and Br. Chetan Lobo and brothers from Darshan Institute of Theology, FISI, Prem Nivas, Shanti Nivas, Trinity Vihar, Clara Vihar and some friends enhanced the joy of our celebration. The celebration ended with a sumptuous dinner. click here for more

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We are glad to announce the appointments of the new Office-bearers of St. Pio Delegation, Srilanka.
Br. Norbert D’Souza - Provincial Delegate,
Br. William Andrade – First Councillor
Br. Arun Kumar - Second Councillor

We congratulate these brothers and wish them all the Best. We hope and pray that the Mission of Sri Lanka will grow and develop under their leadership during the next Triennium.

Br. Provincial & the Definitory
Holy Trinity Province
Karnataka
Date: 27th September, 2010

 

• The Seminar on "Finance and Taxes" was held on 16th September, 2010 at Darshan Institute of Theology, Bangalore. The total number of Participants was 47, from different communities of the province. The Seminar began with a brief silence in tribute to late Br. Tarcy Mathias, the great missionary of our province. Thereafter, we invoked God's blessings on us all by a short prayer service led by Br. Noel D'Almeida. Br. Manoj D' Souza, introduced and welcomed the resource persons on the dais and everyone gathered for the seminar. The opening address for the seminar was given by Br. Vincent G. Furtado, the Minister Provincial, Holy Trinity province, Karnataka.  click here for more

• The Feast of the Nativity of Our Lady (Monti Fest) was celebrated with great vigour and devotion at the St. Anne's Friary Mangalore. In spite being a rainy day nearly hundred people attended the Ceremony. The flower offering to Mother Mary began at 6.30 a.m. at the portico followed by blessing of the corn and Holy Mass. Fr. Anil D'Costa in his homily highlighted the importance of Mother Mary in our life and the our own mothers in our life. 
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• The blessing and inauguration of St. Francis of Assisi Nivas (Capuchin new Friary) Kanchanpur, Tripura. It was inaugurated on 7th August 2010 by Rev. Bishop Lumen Monteiro C.S.C. On 7th August at 6:00 a.m. we had Eucharistic Celebration in Assisi catholic Center, Gachirampura presided over by Rev. Bishop Lumen Monteiro who appreciated the commitment of the Capuchins in Tripura and their selfless service for the well being of the refugees. Inauguration and Blessing of St. Francis of Assisi Nivas took place at 11:00 a.m., once again Bishop appreciated the efforts of the capuchins in North East especially in Tripura and Mizoram. Fr. Alban the Provincial delegate thanked Bishop and appreciated his co-operation especially to the Capuchins.  click here for more

• A seminar on "Religion, Power and Peace," was held at Darshan Institute of Theology, the Capuchin Theologate in Bangalore on September 10, 2010. At the behest of Rev. Dr. Vincent G. Furtado, the Provincial Minister of the Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka,  Rev. Dr. Charles Furtado, the dean of studies of the Institute, organized the seminar successfully. The Famous social activist and eminent professor Mr. Ram Puniyani was the resource person for the seminar. He is a recipient of many awards. The Indira Gandhi  National Integration Award and National Communal Harmony Award,  being some of them.  He has authored many books and articles like Communal Politics, Dalits, Social Justice and Anti Christian Violence.  click here for more

• Sad Demise
  Br. Tarcy Mathias OFM Cap(79), of our Province passed away on 14th September, 2010 in Bologna, Italy. He was rendering service in the Turkey custody and then for about two years he was in Provincial Infirmary in Reggio Emilia, Italy. He passed away due to a stroke in the Santa Maria Nuova Hospital, in Reggio Emilia when he had gone for a clinical check up. The funeral service was held on Friday, 17th September in the Capuchin Church of Reggio Emilia, Italy. Br.Bona Marcel and Br. Jeevan D'Mello attended the funeral service and represented the Province.  
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• Trinity Central School anticipated the celebration of the Teacher's Day on 3rd Saturday. The Programme started at 2 pm and ended at 3.30 pm. The entire Programme was anchored by the students of Trinity Central School and they made it a memorable one. The students presented some dances and speeches in order to honor their dear teachers. They also presented the mementos which were highlighting the good qualities of the teachers. The Students organized some games for the teachers. The Staff joined together for the sumptuous meal thereafter. »» click here for more

• Teachers’ Day Celebration @ Chikmagalur:-
  Students of Infant Jesus School at Chikmagalur celebrated the Teachers’ Day with great enthusiasm. Since September 5th fell on Sunday, the celebration was anticipated for Saturday. The day began with invoke the blessings of the Almighty by singing the prayer song by the students. Hemanth explained in his speech, how the teachers’ Day originated by depicting the good life of Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan who is the cause for this day. Click here for more

• The Annual Retreat for the Superiors, Parish Priests and Local Vimukti Directors took place from 16th to 21st August, 2010 at Bajjodi, Mangalore. Fr. Ronnie D’Souza SJ with his deep spiritual insights and rich spiritual experience guided the 34 brothers for five days. Having energised by a fruitful retreat, on 22nd the Meeting of Superiors of newly formed fraternities was held. For which 25 brothers were present. Fr. Joseph Rodrigues, the Rector of St. Aloysius College addressed an inspiring talk on Creative animation of Fraternities. (A copy of which is attached at the end). Important issues were discussed during the meeting. For more details just log on to your local Superior....!
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• Good news from St. Francis of Assisi School, Chikkodi. Here are some of the clippings to alert your eyes, minds and hearts from St. Francis of Assisi School, Chikkodi. Enjoy the snaps of the new headmaster, Fr. Manohar D’Souza taking charge of St. Francis of Assisi School on 12th May, 2010; the celebration of the World Environment Day on 5th June; Blessing and inauguration of New Computer Lab on 19th June and the celebration of Independence Day.
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• CONGRATULATIONS!!!
  Hearty Welcome and Congrats to you Dearest Br. Santa Lopes!
  Br. Santa Lopes is back to India after the successful completion of his licentiate in Philosophy at the Univeristé Catholique de Lyon, France. His Licentiate thesis was on the subject: La non-violence: Fondement d’une éthique universelle. As we rejoice at the return of Br. Santa with his achievement in France, we wish him delightful holidays ahead and a fruitful service as the Treasurer of Kripalaya Fraternity, Mysore. Attached you will find a few snaps of Br. Santa’s fare-well party in France. Enjoy it…….. !  »» click here for more

• St. Charles Lwanga - Capuchin Custody, UGANDA
  7th August, 2010 was a day of great rejoicing for the Capuchin Friars in Uganda as three of our Brothers viz., Paul Ebwangat, Lancy Saldanha and Sunil Ulahanan made their Final Commitment to the Lord in the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin, in the hands of Br. John Fernandes, the Superior Regular. »» click here for more

• The Feast of "Portiuncula", Our Lady of Angels was celebrated with great devotion and love at St. Anne's Friary, Mangalore on 2nd August, 2010 with the Holy Eucharistic celebration at 6 p.m. Nearly Sixty Priests and fifty religious sisters and hundreds of faithful joined the Celebration. The main Celebrant Rev. Dr. Joseph Martis, Rector of the St. Joseph Seminary, Jeppu stressed the importance of littleness and selflessness in our day to day which we can imbibe from this feast. St. Francis of Assisi began his mission in this chapel with a humble beginning but God has exalted him for his littleness. Fr. Peter Cyprian D'Souza the Superior of the St. Anne's friary thanked everyone and the benefactors for their support and gracious presence.
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• A meeting of the parent teacher association of Infant Jesus School, Chikmagalur was held on the 1st of August, 2010, at 10.30 a.m. Rev. Fr. Chetan Leo Lobo, OFM Cap. the secretary of the Capuchin Education Board in Karnataka presided over the meeting and addressed the gathering as a resource person. The meeting began at 10.30 with the prayer song sung by the school teachers. Thereafter, Miss Benita Asha Latha, welcomed the gathering; Miss Supriya C S one of the teachers gave a birds view on the activities and other details of the school from May 15th to July 31st. In her report she mentioned that the school has a strength of 352 students and 18 staff members making a total number of 370 people in the campus. click here for more...

• The inauguration and blessing of St. Anthony’s Pre-University and Hostel Building, took place on Wednesday 14 July, 2010 at Kengeri, Bangalore. Mr. I. Ravindranath, the technical assistant of Ms. Shobha Karandlaje, (Local MLA) represented her and inaugurated the New Building and Rev. Fr. Vincent G. Furtado, the Provincial Minister of Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka blessed the New building and the premises in the presence of a large gathering. Later, in a stage programme joined Mr. Rajanna, the Corporator BBMP; Mr. Anthony Devraj, Registrar Bangalore University; Sr. Veena UFS, Headmistress, Gnanabodhini High School. The Management, Staff and Students thanked wholeheartedly all those who were instrumental in the realisation of this Institute. The program ended with a short cultural program and refreshment. click here for more...

• CONGRATULATIONS!!!
  We, the friars from Holy Trinity Province Karnataka are extremely happy and proud of our Br. Henry Richard Vas OFM Cap. who has successfully completed his studies in the States. The Graduate School of Religion and Religious Education, Fordham University, New York, has conferred upon Fr. Henry Richard Vas OFM. Cap the degree of Master of Arts in the field of Peace and Justice program, on 22nd May, 2010. At this juncture, Br. Provincial and his definitory and the entire province rejoices with him and Congratulates at his great achievement. As we say well done Br. Henry,we wish all the best in his future ministry in the Province.

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• The inauguration and blessing of the newly built school building of Infant Jesus School in Chikmagalur, was held on the 19th of June, 2010 at 10 a.m. Rt. Rev. Dr. Anthonyswamy, the bishop of Chikmagalur Diocese blessed the new building and Very Rev. Fr. Vincent Furtado, the provincial of the Capuchins in Karnataka inaugurated the new building. Mr. C T Ravi, the MLA of Chikmagalur, launched the website of the School (www.ijsckm.org) and Mr. L. Rangappa, the DDPI - Chikmagalur, inaugurated the computer Laboratory of the School. V. Rev. Msgr. George D'Souza, the vicar General of the Chikmagalur Diocese and Mr. S G Nagesh the BEO of Chikmagalur were the chief guests. click here for more...

 

Hello Dear Brothers,
It is a great day to rejoice for, 17 of our Capuchin Brothers surrendered themselves totally to the service of the Word and at the Altar as Deacons. His Grace Rev. Dr. Bernard Moras, Archbishop of Bangalore conferred the grace of ordination to Diaconate, today on 29th June, 2010 at 10.00a.m at Darshan Institute of Theology Chapel and raised them to the order of Clerics. This Holy ceremony was witnessed by a august gathering with eminent personalities viz., Br. Vincent G. Furtado, the Provincial Minister of Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka; Br. Michael Fernandes, Provincial Minister, St. Bonaventure Province Maharashtra; Br. Estevao Rodrigues, Vice Provincial, St. Anthony's Vice Province, Goa; Br. John Joseph, Provincial Delegate, St. Fidelis Province, North India. While thanking God for choosing these our brothers for the service of His Word and wishing all the Deacon brothers on this auspicious occasion all the very Best, we pray a fruitful Diaconate ministry in the days to come and a graceful preparation for the Day of Ordination.

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• The School Annual Day of Infant Jesus School, celebrated on 13th February, 2010.
  The School Annual Day of Infant Jesus School, at Chikmagalur, was celebrated on 13th February, 2010. The programme began at 5 p.m. and was attended by about 2000 people consisting of parents, students and well-wishers of the school. Very Rev. Fr. Vincent Furtado, OFM Cap. the provincial minister of the Capuchins in Karnataka and also the president of the Capuchin Education board in Karnataka presided over the function. . click here for more

• Celebration of the Feast of Infant Jesus at Chikmagalur
  The Annual Feast of Infant Jesus was celebrated at Bala Yesu Nivas in Chikmagalur on the 14th January, 2010 with great devotion. The Eucharistic celebration began at 6 p.m. was officiated by Rt. Rev. Dr. T. Anthony Swamy, the bishop of Chikmagalur Diocese. More than a dozen priests concelebrated with the bishop. The bishop in his homily stressed the devotion to the Infant Jesus and thanked the Capuchins for organizing annually this type of celebration with much devotion and creating a chance to all the faithful to participate and obtain the blessings of Infant Jesus. The melodies choir led by Mr. Francis gave an opportunity to pray with more devotion. click here for more

• KARNATAKA CAPUCHINS INTO HIGHER EDUCATION: BBM COURSE INAUGURATED
  Karnataka Capuchins formally stepped into the field of Higher Education with the Inauguration of Bachelor of Business Management course at St. Anthony's Institutions, Darshan College of Commerce & Management, Kengeri, Bangalore on Monday, 20th July, 2009. click here for more

• SEMINAR ON LEGAL AID AT DITH, BENGALURU
  A one day seminar on Legal Aid was organised at Darshan Institute of Theology on 15th July, 2009 for all the Superiors, Directors, Treasurers and Managers of the various houses and establishments of the Holy Trintiy Province, Karnataka. The resource person was Mr. Neelesh Bhantia, a well known advocate of Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, who has been offering legal aid to several dioceses in India. click here for more