Bishop of Kohima and priests with the outgoing and new office bearers of ACU on April 24.
Our Correspondent
Kohima | April 24
The three-day 12th triennial convention of the Angami Catholic Union (ACU) culminated today with the celebration of the Holy Mass by Bishop of Kohima, Most Rev Dr James Thoppil at Christ the King church, Kohima.
Delivering his homily to a gathering of three thousand people on the second Sunday of Easter, the Bishop said that the day is celebrated as the Divine Mercy Sunday. Making a reference of the three readings from the Bible which was read ahead of the sermon, the Bishop said that it is a reminder of God’s infinite love and mercy.
He said that the disciples of Christ, with the spirit of truth, were sent to continue the mission and to further reveal the works of god to the world. In this regard, he challenged the believers to live by the truth saying that there should be no compromise to live the faith—which is a gift of God.
Urging the believers to be missionary disciples of Christ, the Bishop reminded that one’s integrity is a fundamental testimony to the others.
The service was led by ACU President Lhousarovi Paul while Angami Catholic Women Association (ACWA) President Kikrusonuo Clara translated the homily in Tenyidie language.
The service witnessed Bible readings from Angami Catholic Youth Association (ACYA) President Kelhouzasie Lawrence, ACU General Secretary Ruokuophreü Rose, and the Dean of Science at St. Joseph's College Jakhama, Rev Fr Thejalhoulie Solo.
ACWA General Secretary Asatuoü Christina administered the prayer of the faithful.
The three-day ACU triennial convention was hosted by Christ the King Church (CKC), Kohima Village.
ACU elects new team
Following the celebration of the holy mass, the new team office bearers of Angami Catholic Union, led by Nosazol Charles as the President received blessings from the Bishop to take charge of the office.
The team consists of Neirialie Carlus - Vice President, Kenneth Punyü- General Secretary, Rokoshüno Angela Zao- Joint Secretary and Kekhriesenuo Christina as treasurer.
The executive council members of the ACU are representatives from all the five ranges—Southern Angami Catholic Union (SACU), Northern Angami Catholic Union (NACU), Western Angami Catholic Union (WACU), Chakhro Angami Catholic Union (CACU), and Kohima Town Region Angami Catholic Union (KTRACU).
ACU nomination committee led by Convenor Nicholas N Khatsu announced the new team for the tenure 2022-25.
Addressing the gathering, the newly appointed president Nosazol Charles exuded confidence in the new team and assured their best services towards the union. He also sought the support of the people in the various activities of the union.
During the service, the handing over of the ACU constitution also took place between the outgoing president and the new president.
Representatives from the Catholic Association of Nagaland (CAN), who also attended the service, expressed hope that Catholics from Angami Naga tribe may grow to be the backbone of the Church.
ACU Adviser R Rocus Chasie informed that ACU has started the process of translation for publication of Bible in Tenyidie.
The convention concluded with vote of thanks by ACU Treasurer George Kire and benediction by Pezachülie Philip, Catechist of St Peter and Paul Church Zhadima.
