Chumukedima, December 27 (MExN): The Holy Family Church, Nagaland Police Campus, Chumukedima, celebrated the Silver Jubilee with Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, Bishop of Kohima as the main celebrant on December 27.
The celebration began with the blessing of the jubilee monolith by the bishop and unveiled by Elias Lotha. Rev. Fr. Sajan, parish priests of St. Joseph’s parish Chumukedima welcomed all, Bishop, Fathers, Sisters, Catechists, Pastors of different denomination, leaders of CAN, NCWA, NCYM and invited guests and the faithful. Total 21 children and 23 faithful received the Sacrament of the first Holy Communion and confirmation respectively.
In the introduction of Bishop James Thoppil, greeted and congratulated the community. “It is indeed a joyous occasion to thank God and one another for the many blessings we have received through our faith in God and in his Church. This Church is itself a perennial sign of God’s blessing,” said the bishop.
After the holy mass there was a short felicitation program anchored by Johnny Ruangmei & Fr. John Lichoi, Asst. Priest, Chumukedima, during which the jubilee choir presented two melodious songs and the women group sang a felicitation song. Jubilee souvenir was released by the Bishop and presentation was made to many people who supported the life and growth of the Church.
K. Elias Lotha, Convener, Silver Jubilee proposed vote of thanks and Rev. Fr. P.J. Thomas graced the meal that was served to all. Fr. Thomas Toretkiu, Bishop’s Secretary, Kohima in a press release added that many of the priests and Sisters who served the community during the past years and many members from the various communities and churches were present for the celebration.
