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Minutes Of Meeting Members present
ABIDE core committee meeting was held at KRCBC Youth Commission Office, Bangalore on May 23, 2019. The meeting started at 5.30 pm with a prayer led by Rev. Fr Mari Joseph, Chaplain. He then guided the members present about upcoming events like RYC and AYD and asked ABIDE to be a supporting factor in terms of resource planning and financial aid for the events. He mentioned to have a general body meeting consisting of all members of ABIDE at 2 places - Bangalore and Bellary. More+

Minutes of Meetings Venue - KROSS Bangalore
Fr Mari Joseph and Fr Lourde led the prayer and recited RYC Prayer with the members present.
Vipin Paul, Abide co-ordinator welcomed the gathering and he read the Report of last meeting.
Members present - Fr Mari Joseph, Fr Lourde, Jose Jacob, Vipin Paul, Martin P, Gilbert, Leo, Cyril, Bryan and REXCO. More+

Abide Coordinator addresses the Deacons on youth ministry in Bangalore
9 April 2018: Mr Martin the Coordinator of Abide and the former ICYM President of Karnataka addressed the Theology students on youth mininstry at symposium organized by Kentenich Vidyanikethan (Thoelogy study house of Shuwenstatt congregation) on 8 April 2018 in Jalahalli, Bangalore.
In his speech Mr Martin reiterated the need of youth animators being friendly with the youth to support them. He was grateful to the ICYM for having him the platform to rise and shine in the society and the church. More+

Youth to witness Jesus Christ in different walks of life
Indian catholic youth movement, Mangalore Diocese had organized the conference 2018 a diocesan conference father the youth of Mangalore diocese at St.Jude church Pakshikere with the theme 'youth to witness Jesus Christ in different walks of life.' Around 1000 plus youth were part of this conference. Responding to their invitation as a abide member i got an opportunity to witness the programme. To give a moral support to the local council team and wish them a grand success for their programme. More+

CAT Programme for the New Directors
10 June, 2017: Bangalore, 10 June 2017; CAT (Chaplains & Animators Training) Programme was organized at KROSS, Bangalore by the CBCI Youth Council from 1 to 10 June 2017. The programme was attendant by 40 youth directors, animators and youth leaders from different dioceses of India.
Three youth directors (Fr Cleavan, DYD of Gulbarga Diocese, Fr Prem OFM, DYD of Ballary diocese, Fr Anil, RYD) and two Lady animators (Sr Stephena and Sr Virginia DYLA of Bangalore Diocese) of Karnataka Region took part in the CAT programme. More+

Adieu to Fr Mari Welcome to Fr Anil the RYDs
The KRYC outgoing secretary Fr Mari Joe was given farewell and the incoming secretary Fr Anil D’sa was welcomed and installed as the RYD on 13 May 2017 at KROSS, Bangalore. The programme commenced with an introductory speech and briefing of the schedule of the programme by Mr. Martin the ABIDE coordinator. Mr. Kelvin joint secretary led the prayer session through a video prayer song. Ms.Valida welcomed the guests present for the programme... More+

18th Council of Karnataka Regional Youth Commission
The 18th council of Karnataka Regional Youth Commission commenced at 10:00 a.m. in the conference hall of KROSS on 13th May 2017. Mr.Vipin Paul, the President of ICYM Karnataka Region welcomed the gathering. The special guests for the council were Rev. Bishop Henry Dsouza, the chairman of CBCI Youth Commission, Fr. Deepak KJ Thomas, the National Youth Director of ICYM and Mr. Sijo Ambatt, the National Youth President of ICYM. More+

Evaluation Meeting of National Youth Convention - 2017
12 March, 2017, Bengaluru: Evaluation of National Youth Convention - 2017 from REXCO and Abide members of Karnataka took Place at Regional Youth Office. The meeting started with reading of the Gospel passage and reflection at 9.00 am. Regional president Vipin welcomed the gathering. Michael the joint secretary presented the previous REXCO meeting report then Evaluation of National Youth Convention-2017 took place. There were 18 members from REXCO and Abide. More+

X National Youth Convention concludes with Mega Peace rally
The First ever National Catholic Youth Peace rally was held in heart of the city. J.R Lobo, MLA Mangaluru South Constituency, Ivan D'Souza, MLC & Chief Whip of Legislative Council Govt of Karnataka released the pigeons and declared the peace rally open. Most Rev. Bernard Moras, Archbishop of Bengaluru Flagged off the Rally which started off from Rosario Cathedral and concluded at St Aloysius college grounds.
Justice Kurian Joseph hon'ble Judge, Supreme Court of India Chief guest... More+

Commit yourselves to follow Jesus and take up his cross” Bishop Aloysius Paul at NYC 2017
The day of NYC began with Holy Eucharist presided over by Most Rev. Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza Bishop of Mangalore. He gave a call to the youngsters saying each one has to commit themselves to follow Jesus and take up his cross.
Reflecting on the word of God and referring to the life of St Agnes whose feast was celebrated today Vincent Mar Paulose Bishop of Marthandam spoke about the necessary habits to become real Disciples of Christ... More+

Musical Waves by Gospel Band The Revelation of Jesus
The National Youth Convention witnessed for the mind-blowing cultural programme in the evening at Vamanjoor. Prior to the performance of Gospel band Mr Anto Akara presented a small review of the Khandamal tragedy asking for the support for the release of seven innocents who are imposed life imprisonment.
The Band enthralled the youth to cheer up and dance... More+

You can become stronger by knowing the person of Jesus.’ Jan-Philipp Goertz
Mr. John Rhee from Germany while addressing the delegates of NYC 2017 shared his experience of Catechesis all around the world and also about evangelization. He said we need to have living relationship with Jesus by valuing sacraments as much as we value the Bible.
DOCAT presentation was given by Jan-Philipp Goertz , the director for International and Government Affairs for Lufthansa Germany Airlines. He said”Everyone can be united under the name of Jesus and with any... More+

“Take decisions and be responsible” Cardinal Allencherry on the third day at NYC
The third day of the National Youth Convention began with the morning Prayer. Delegates with much difficulty and drowsy eyes gathered at the venue. The delegates were given a glimpse on Syro Malabar church to get prepared themselves for the celebration of Holy Mass.
His Eminence Mar George Cardinal Alencherry - Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Church celebrated the Holy Mass. In his homily, he gave a message on vocation and about the decision that one has to make... More+

‘Show love towards mother nature’, Bishop Chakkalakal at NYC
“Love the Nature, organize Stage shows & Prayer for the Nature, and to instruct the family and younger generation about the need of loving the nature” stressed Bishop Varghese Chakkalakal , Bishop of Calicut Diocese speaking on encyclical Laudato Si to NYC delegates.
In his session ‘Promotion of Laudato Si’ (Praise be to YOU) Bishop Varghese, gave a few remarkable points on various aspects concerning to Climate change, Population control, importance of access to safe drinking water and Gender differences... More+

National Youth Convention Curtains raised
The National Youth Convention began with a grander note. NYC Cross was received by the ICYM Diocesan Team and was handed over to Regional and National Council team.
National Flag, Papal Flag and ICYM flag were hoisted, which was followed by the National Convention Inaugural Holy Eucharist presided over by Arch Bishop Most Rev Bernard Moras... More+

Abide – An ICYM Alumni Karnataka – Inauguration
The Day Began with Morning Prayer at 6.30am and Holy Eucharist at 7 am. All gather in the venue to follow the agenda at 9.30am. Fr. Mari Joseph briefed the day’s time table after it Bp. Henry shared some information regarding NYC 2017 which will be held at Mangalore on Jan 2017.
Mr Jose Jacob and his wife were honoured for their contribution towards church activities. And Mr. Alwyn (Youth President of Shimoga Diocese and ABIDE Member) was honoured for the initiative and achievement he made in the Kannada movie... More+

Formation of ICYM Alumni Karnataka
The meeting between both present and past Rexco’s to bring back the old Rexco’s and recognizing their contributions for the ICYM.
This meeting was conducted by Fr Mari and Mr. Jose at the initiative of Martin the Ex-President. Many suggestions were made by the alumni body for this association, in which Representatives of previous batch of Rexco’s took part. After a long discussion, all the members finally decided unanimously that the alumni group of Karnataka Regional ICYM will be called as “ABIDE” which name was proposed... More+