Dear Friend in Jesus,
As Christmas is approaching and we are preparing and waiting for our Lord, Jesus Youth Campus ministry comes up with a Christmas program X-MAS RING TONE on 21st December at St Mary's School in Juhu Versova from 9 to 4.30. Mass will be there from 2:30 to 3:30.
We are really thanking GOD that we are able to start 5 new campus prayer groups after the program.We expect to make them more active and start new prayer groups in campuses and regional level for the students in various parts of Mumbai. We are trying to give some nurturing to the big task of building the kingdom of GOD in campuses which was started through CAMPUS 08.
So we cordially invite all of you to this program and try to bring as many friends from campuses, work places and parishes to the program.Remember the program in prayers. Also the Monthly Fellowship will be held on the same venue from 3 to 6.
With Prayers in Christ,
-- Campus Team
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Mobilisation @ Kalina, Unbelievably True Story
This is our story for Mobilisation of CAMP-U-S '08 in Kalina - The most memorable event I can remember in Year 2008!
Hello All,
Kalina Mobilization was a wonderful experience! Since long there was a desire among all of us to share the LOVE of JESUS with our own brothers and sisters in our parish. There was a concern as to HOW we could reach out to so many youth? There why nothing was just happening here. No Prayer group... Also the concept of a retreat will make them run away from us ... Why the youth of our church were so unknown to this wonderful experience of the LORD...?
But now I realize the LORD had HIS own time... He had HIS own ways which were so unclear to us... What best event than the CAMP-U-S '08 could the LORD give us to turn our dreams into reality!!
"And as you wait upon the LORD you shall rise up like an eagle..." This is what Our Mighty GOD has done.
Even as we knew in our hearts that we have to get the youth of our parish... we knew the many obstacles we had and also our own weaknesses. Even getting a single youth was like searching for stream in a desert. But PRAISE GOD we were able to get around 20 youth who attended the program!!! A big number indeed considering the ignorance they had!
I could clearly feel the presence of our ALMIGHTY GOD in everything we did. I must say what tremendous prayers have gone into this event; the fruit of which we experienced. The WAY for us was already prepared we just had to walk on it.
"The vineyard was full... only the laborers had to say a YES"
I must say it was a cake walk. But when we actually started with it, everything was so vague. It was last minute work, like we mostly do before our exams. We prepare well just in the last days. But as we started off, slowly by slowly things started happening. The LORD was only looking at our willingness more than our focus on getting the children... coz HIS work was already done. He had sowed the seed; we had to reap the fruits.
As we all were busy with our work schedules, only time we could get was the evening time. Knowing our weakness, the LORD gave us Princy, who most willingly coordinated all at the activities. She was a real blessing to the mobilization. Even as we sat in office worried about how we would work out things, Princy was always there. She was just a phone call away. She took up all the task with utmost responsibility.
Then God gave us Sabin, who got personal experience of JESUS in VISION '08. He was a first timer there though it was a growth retreat for people who were there for some time now and were committed for CAMPUS '08, and the LORD touched him there; as I believe the LORD wanted to use him for Kalina Mobilization... He was like a brand ambassador for the mobilization I must say :-) When ever he went, elders were surprised at the change in HIS life. Probably that’s how they could relate to in the lives of their children. If He can then why cant my son or daughter? He was a strong instrument the LORD used. LORD tapped the right person at the right time and the rest followed. I could see the youth of our church could relate more with the change in HIS life and feel the difference.
Also as we thought of how we could put up dance performance, the Lord gave us most talented performers Nicelin chechi and Joselin from our PARISH to carry out the task; who willingly accepted the call!!
Parents and elders also were very supportive.
Not to forget our Priest and sisters who gave their full support and prayers in the mobilization.
Every house we went we were warmly welcomed. Also at some places the LORD made us confess our Faith. All throughout the journey THE MIGHTY GOD was with US as HE had heard us say a YES to HIM and so HE would not give up on us.
THANK YOU JESUS for making it happen in Kalina again!!!
Please keep all of us in your prayers for greater anointing in our lives... to walk His way!
-- Anna Mathew
Hello All,
Kalina Mobilization was a wonderful experience! Since long there was a desire among all of us to share the LOVE of JESUS with our own brothers and sisters in our parish. There was a concern as to HOW we could reach out to so many youth? There why nothing was just happening here. No Prayer group... Also the concept of a retreat will make them run away from us ... Why the youth of our church were so unknown to this wonderful experience of the LORD...?
But now I realize the LORD had HIS own time... He had HIS own ways which were so unclear to us... What best event than the CAMP-U-S '08 could the LORD give us to turn our dreams into reality!!
"And as you wait upon the LORD you shall rise up like an eagle..." This is what Our Mighty GOD has done.
Even as we knew in our hearts that we have to get the youth of our parish... we knew the many obstacles we had and also our own weaknesses. Even getting a single youth was like searching for stream in a desert. But PRAISE GOD we were able to get around 20 youth who attended the program!!! A big number indeed considering the ignorance they had!
I could clearly feel the presence of our ALMIGHTY GOD in everything we did. I must say what tremendous prayers have gone into this event; the fruit of which we experienced. The WAY for us was already prepared we just had to walk on it.
"The vineyard was full... only the laborers had to say a YES"
I must say it was a cake walk. But when we actually started with it, everything was so vague. It was last minute work, like we mostly do before our exams. We prepare well just in the last days. But as we started off, slowly by slowly things started happening. The LORD was only looking at our willingness more than our focus on getting the children... coz HIS work was already done. He had sowed the seed; we had to reap the fruits.
As we all were busy with our work schedules, only time we could get was the evening time. Knowing our weakness, the LORD gave us Princy, who most willingly coordinated all at the activities. She was a real blessing to the mobilization. Even as we sat in office worried about how we would work out things, Princy was always there. She was just a phone call away. She took up all the task with utmost responsibility.
Then God gave us Sabin, who got personal experience of JESUS in VISION '08. He was a first timer there though it was a growth retreat for people who were there for some time now and were committed for CAMPUS '08, and the LORD touched him there; as I believe the LORD wanted to use him for Kalina Mobilization... He was like a brand ambassador for the mobilization I must say :-) When ever he went, elders were surprised at the change in HIS life. Probably that’s how they could relate to in the lives of their children. If He can then why cant my son or daughter? He was a strong instrument the LORD used. LORD tapped the right person at the right time and the rest followed. I could see the youth of our church could relate more with the change in HIS life and feel the difference.
Also as we thought of how we could put up dance performance, the Lord gave us most talented performers Nicelin chechi and Joselin from our PARISH to carry out the task; who willingly accepted the call!!
Parents and elders also were very supportive.
Not to forget our Priest and sisters who gave their full support and prayers in the mobilization.
Every house we went we were warmly welcomed. Also at some places the LORD made us confess our Faith. All throughout the journey THE MIGHTY GOD was with US as HE had heard us say a YES to HIM and so HE would not give up on us.
THANK YOU JESUS for making it happen in Kalina again!!!
Please keep all of us in your prayers for greater anointing in our lives... to walk His way!
-- Anna Mathew
Thursday, November 6, 2008
CAMP-U-S '08 - A Report
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In the history of JY Mumbai, the first ever Campus Meet "CAMP-U-S '08" took place from 24th evening to 27th with the blessings of the Bishops of Kalyan, Bombay, Vasai and Nagpur at St. Mary’s High School, MHADA, Juhu Versova, Andheri (W), Mumbai.
Day Zero (24th)
The event was inaugurated with lighting of the lamp by Rev. Fr. (Dr.) Francis Eluvathingal (JY Mumbai Spiritual Director), Rev. Fr. Jaison Kollanur (JY Mumbai Asst. Director), Sr. Serena, and Mrs. Soney Noble (JY Mumbai Animators). This session ended with the Consecration of CAMP-U-S '08 into the Immaculate Heart of Mother Mary.
After the inauguration, the program started with some lively songs from the Music Ministry followed by a keynote by Rev. Dr. Francis Eluvathingal. Then the team from JOYFUL NOISE led a time of ice-breaking with a few games followed by DJ with Hip-hop Christian songs to sign-off for the day.
Day One (25th)
The next day started with 170 participants and 80 volunteers from around sixty campuses of Mumbai celebrating life with a time of praise and worship. Bro. Elvis Kottooran gave powerful sessions about the loving presence of God in our life. Later he led the participants through the adoration, surrendering their life completely into the Lord's hands.
The day was graced by Rt. Rev. Dr. Agnello Gracious, the Aux Bishop of Bombay who celebrated the Holy Mass along with Fr. Francis Eluvathingal and Fr. Sheen Chittatukara (The In-Charge of St. Mary's School). On the same day evening, we had the esteemed presence of Rt. Rev. Thomas Dabre, the Bishop of Vasai, who motivated the youngsters to "Arise, Shine Out".
The same evening saw some great performances from the Audio Visual, Dance and Music Ministries encouraging the youth to use their talents for the glory of the Lord. Fr. Antony, the Assistant Youth Director Mumbai Archdiocese motivated the youth with his cheerful words of appreciation and blessings.
Day Two (26th)
On 26th morning, the participants began to feel the vibe of CAMP-U-S '08. The day, focused on looking into oneself, was wonderfully led by Bro. Fritz Mascarenhas. Through his beautiful sharing and his testimonies, he transformed the life of many youth present there. He explained the values of life, role of sin in separation of man from God and the purpose of living for the Kingdom of God. Participants and volunteers had a good confession, followed by Inner-Healing Adoration which touched many hearts. The day ended with the Eucharistic Celebration by Rev Dr. Francis Eluvathingal.
Day Three (27th)
The final day was filled with colors of joyful praise and worship, talks on Evangelization and Holy Spirit by Bro. Jose Sebastian. He rocked the crowd by leading them through a time of prayer and praise. He made them dream loud for the campuses of Mumbai and dared to live a life witnessing Christ. Later Rev. Dr. Francis Eluvathingal led a wonderful panel sharing on Six Pillars of Jesus Youth through the personal experiences of our volunteers, challenging the youngsters to live a lifestyle witnessing Christ. A presentation on Jesus Youth was given by JY International Full-timers Stenson Johny and Livin Varghese. The final occasion was graced by Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Viruthukulangara (Archbishop of Nagpur). Archbishop celebrated the Holy Mass and commissioned the participants and volunteers to evangelize filled with the power of the Holy Spirit.
A new Campus Team consisting of 17 members was formed and commissioned by Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Viruthukulangara, Fr. Francis Eluvathingal and Fr. Sheen Chittatukara.
-- Prepared by Arun Jose, IIT Bombay
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
A CAMP-U-S '08 Backstage Experience
I had referred a person to CAMP-U-S '08. He was actually in full spirits on DAY 0, with all the music and games. Later on, when the sessions started, he started to feel the heat on DAY 1 and was very restless from then on. On DAY 2, at tea time (actually, RASNA Time) in the afternoon, he came to me and started complaining, "It was because of you, I am stuck up here. I could have been enjoying somewhere else, at this moment. You said it was a camp and now you put me into this retreat. I am not able to go out for a smoke even" and so on.
I don't know how I kept mum. I could do nothing but recite the Rosary. Something inside kept comforting me, that at the end of DAY 3, he will come to me and say "THANK YOU".
At the place where RASNA was being served, all the volunteers were reciting the Rosary. Listening to the Rosary, he became much more impatient to get out of CAMP-U-S '08 as soon as possible.
As he was complaining so much, I took him to a place where we could be alone, so that no one heard him. He kept on cribbing with all his heart and might. At one point he said, "What am I doing here? I even lost my mobile while coming here; else I could have at least enjoyed playing or talking on the phone." (Actually when he reached St. Mary’s School on DAY 0 for the CAMP-U-S '08, just as he got out of the rickshaw, his mobile popped from his pocket and dropped into the rickshaw and the rickshaw driver not noticing it, left.) When he said this I just happily looked to the heavens and said, "Lord, you do have a great plan for him."
And then I asked if we can go inside the chapel for the session. He said, "Ya, any ways there is no other option left." And then we left for the chapel.
On DAY 3, after all the sessions were over, and we were ready to leave, this friend of mine came to me and said, "Thanks for bringing me here." I smiled and asked him, "Is that a positive or a negative remark?" He said, "Of course it's a positive one." I thanked the Lord with all my heart. You know what? He even went for a counseling session with Jose Chettan. He left the place only at around 10:30 or 11:00 pm.
So, please pray for him and all those who have gone through a similar experience in CAMP-U-S '08, so that they may keep this experience in their heart and keep their faith rooted in Jesus. Actually now I know, what it means to be "HOT or COLD" in heart and not to be "Lukewarm".
Praise the LORD!!!
-- Joseph Thanickal
I don't know how I kept mum. I could do nothing but recite the Rosary. Something inside kept comforting me, that at the end of DAY 3, he will come to me and say "THANK YOU".
At the place where RASNA was being served, all the volunteers were reciting the Rosary. Listening to the Rosary, he became much more impatient to get out of CAMP-U-S '08 as soon as possible.
As he was complaining so much, I took him to a place where we could be alone, so that no one heard him. He kept on cribbing with all his heart and might. At one point he said, "What am I doing here? I even lost my mobile while coming here; else I could have at least enjoyed playing or talking on the phone." (Actually when he reached St. Mary’s School on DAY 0 for the CAMP-U-S '08, just as he got out of the rickshaw, his mobile popped from his pocket and dropped into the rickshaw and the rickshaw driver not noticing it, left.) When he said this I just happily looked to the heavens and said, "Lord, you do have a great plan for him."
And then I asked if we can go inside the chapel for the session. He said, "Ya, any ways there is no other option left." And then we left for the chapel.
On DAY 3, after all the sessions were over, and we were ready to leave, this friend of mine came to me and said, "Thanks for bringing me here." I smiled and asked him, "Is that a positive or a negative remark?" He said, "Of course it's a positive one." I thanked the Lord with all my heart. You know what? He even went for a counseling session with Jose Chettan. He left the place only at around 10:30 or 11:00 pm.
So, please pray for him and all those who have gone through a similar experience in CAMP-U-S '08, so that they may keep this experience in their heart and keep their faith rooted in Jesus. Actually now I know, what it means to be "HOT or COLD" in heart and not to be "Lukewarm".
Praise the LORD!!!
-- Joseph Thanickal
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Praising with my Hands Lifted!!
Hi All,
I am Joseph Devassykutty, from the Music Ministry. AWESOME is the first word that comes to my mind, if you ask me about the CAMP-U-S '08.
First time ever to be a part of the Praise and worship team. I just had one thing in my mind to give my Jesus to those who seek HIM. I myself don't know, how I was singing all those voices without anyone prompting me and even after having a sore throat. As I experienced it, 'in the morning I used to have a sore throat but when I started singing, no barriers, no bondages, no blocks could stop me singing'. Cause I was singing for my Lord. I am sure confession helped me a lot.
I really did not know how I started dancing in front of the whole crowd. My feet could not stop dancing, cause I was happy. It was AWESOME. I felt as if some burden had left and I could do nothing but dance.
Earlier, I could never praise GOD by raising my Hands as I had a lot of negative emotions filled by someone. Those days I could praise HIM, only by raising my hands, just imagining that I am a small baby, opening my arms in front of my DAD and pleading to love me, (thanks to Shelton Chettan and his presentation). I was not ashamed to do so, and from now on I will never be.
Keep us in your prayers and all those who participated in the event. I am just waiting for the next get together. Also, pray for us that we start doing the same in our own Parishes. Hoping for the Best.
Praise the LORD!!!
Thanks & Regards,
-- Joseph Thanickal
I am Joseph Devassykutty, from the Music Ministry. AWESOME is the first word that comes to my mind, if you ask me about the CAMP-U-S '08.
First time ever to be a part of the Praise and worship team. I just had one thing in my mind to give my Jesus to those who seek HIM. I myself don't know, how I was singing all those voices without anyone prompting me and even after having a sore throat. As I experienced it, 'in the morning I used to have a sore throat but when I started singing, no barriers, no bondages, no blocks could stop me singing'. Cause I was singing for my Lord. I am sure confession helped me a lot.
I really did not know how I started dancing in front of the whole crowd. My feet could not stop dancing, cause I was happy. It was AWESOME. I felt as if some burden had left and I could do nothing but dance.
Earlier, I could never praise GOD by raising my Hands as I had a lot of negative emotions filled by someone. Those days I could praise HIM, only by raising my hands, just imagining that I am a small baby, opening my arms in front of my DAD and pleading to love me, (thanks to Shelton Chettan and his presentation). I was not ashamed to do so, and from now on I will never be.
Keep us in your prayers and all those who participated in the event. I am just waiting for the next get together. Also, pray for us that we start doing the same in our own Parishes. Hoping for the Best.
Praise the LORD!!!
Thanks & Regards,
-- Joseph Thanickal
Friday, October 31, 2008
Awakening of the Soul
Hey All,
This is Jincy here. I was a part of the music ministry for the event CAMP-U-S 08.I wanted to share my experience with you at the event but couldn’t find the words. But today reading Jomy’s mail has given me the encouragement to do so. When I had come to the event, I was going through a lot of inner turmoil and so even though I was present there physically I could not give it my all, be it in singing or anything else. It was my first attempt at singing itself, let alone in front of the crowd. So initially I was mostly worried about getting the lyrics,pitch,notes(I don’t really know the termsJ) right. Also on the first day I felt out of place and thought maybe this is not what I expected. But as we moved onto the next day I started feeling the change. It happened when some volunteers held an impromptu Praise and worship session headed by Immanuel and Biji where we were interceding for the participants of the event. I felt the Holy Spirit working within me and felt more at peace with myself.
Also, as we were interceding for the participants in the chapel I realized that prayers can do wonders in our lives and also that of others. The words of Rt. Rev. Dr. Thomas Dabre (Bishop of Vasai) and Elvis chettan were a source of encouragement for me and my friends.Bro Fritz’s were like a bullets falling on my mind and soul which made me realize that you need to long and desire for the Holy Spirit and nothing matters more than the infilling of the spirit. The Praise and worship session held by Shaji chettan the next day renewed my spirit and finally I was singing joyfully to our Lord! praising HIM, worshipping HIM.I forgot all my worries and felt my anxiousness seeping away at the feet of Jesus Christ.
On the last day, Jose chettan session made me realize what a true Christian must be like and what one must do to be true followers of Christ. When the music ministry sang "Welcome Holy Spirit", I felt a strange awakening in me and I submitted myself totally to this awesome experience. Tears flowed down freely and I felt my soul being cleansed and peace settling within me.The anointing of the Holy Spirit and blessings we received from all the priests and bishops made it a wonderful experience and I felt so connected to our Father “Abba” in heaven.
Now, I cannot stop singing and praising the Lord and feel the urge to spend more time with the Lord asking the Holy Spirit to live inside of me.
May Lord bless all the participants, volunteers, resources and all those who were connected to the event in any way and also a thunderous round of applause to Our Lord who made it all happen!!
Praise God!
Regards,
-- Jincy Abraham
This is Jincy here. I was a part of the music ministry for the event CAMP-U-S 08.I wanted to share my experience with you at the event but couldn’t find the words. But today reading Jomy’s mail has given me the encouragement to do so. When I had come to the event, I was going through a lot of inner turmoil and so even though I was present there physically I could not give it my all, be it in singing or anything else. It was my first attempt at singing itself, let alone in front of the crowd. So initially I was mostly worried about getting the lyrics,pitch,notes(I don’t really know the termsJ) right. Also on the first day I felt out of place and thought maybe this is not what I expected. But as we moved onto the next day I started feeling the change. It happened when some volunteers held an impromptu Praise and worship session headed by Immanuel and Biji where we were interceding for the participants of the event. I felt the Holy Spirit working within me and felt more at peace with myself.
Also, as we were interceding for the participants in the chapel I realized that prayers can do wonders in our lives and also that of others. The words of Rt. Rev. Dr. Thomas Dabre (Bishop of Vasai) and Elvis chettan were a source of encouragement for me and my friends.Bro Fritz’s were like a bullets falling on my mind and soul which made me realize that you need to long and desire for the Holy Spirit and nothing matters more than the infilling of the spirit. The Praise and worship session held by Shaji chettan the next day renewed my spirit and finally I was singing joyfully to our Lord! praising HIM, worshipping HIM.I forgot all my worries and felt my anxiousness seeping away at the feet of Jesus Christ.
On the last day, Jose chettan session made me realize what a true Christian must be like and what one must do to be true followers of Christ. When the music ministry sang "Welcome Holy Spirit", I felt a strange awakening in me and I submitted myself totally to this awesome experience. Tears flowed down freely and I felt my soul being cleansed and peace settling within me.The anointing of the Holy Spirit and blessings we received from all the priests and bishops made it a wonderful experience and I felt so connected to our Father “Abba” in heaven.
Now, I cannot stop singing and praising the Lord and feel the urge to spend more time with the Lord asking the Holy Spirit to live inside of me.
May Lord bless all the participants, volunteers, resources and all those who were connected to the event in any way and also a thunderous round of applause to Our Lord who made it all happen!!
Praise God!
Regards,
-- Jincy Abraham
Welcome Holy Spirit
Praise the Lord!!!
Hi everyone. I am Sophy. I was part of the Music Ministry for CAMP-U-S '08.
During the initial days - Day 0 and Day 1, even though we were singing all the songs properly and all, i felt that something was missing. I felt that i was not singing with my whole heart, my mind was not in its place to praise God and to sing his glory. This continued on Day 2 also. I prayed to the Lord asking him "Lord, please let me sing unto you with all my heart, with all my soul".
It was the time of Adoration, that tears started flowing through my eyes. I had no idea why or for what am i crying, but all i could remember was that all through this time i was praising and thanking God even though my tears had not stopped.
Once the Blessed Sacrament was raised, I bowed low to Thank God and then did i feel that through all my anxiety, all my doubts about our singing Lord has heard us and that he had continuously blessed us through all the days in our singing.
On the Final day, when we had started singing "Welcome Holy Spirit", did I feel that our Lord has strengthened each one of us. I had lost my voice on the final day and yet I found myself singing out loud. I felt a shiver running through me during the song. I thanked the Lord, thanked Him so much for being there with us through out. No matter what the circumstance He was there holding our hands.
After the event I was at peace, thanking the Lord for his touch and for filling us with his power!!
Halleluia!!
Regards,
-- Sophy Antony
Hi everyone. I am Sophy. I was part of the Music Ministry for CAMP-U-S '08.
During the initial days - Day 0 and Day 1, even though we were singing all the songs properly and all, i felt that something was missing. I felt that i was not singing with my whole heart, my mind was not in its place to praise God and to sing his glory. This continued on Day 2 also. I prayed to the Lord asking him "Lord, please let me sing unto you with all my heart, with all my soul".
It was the time of Adoration, that tears started flowing through my eyes. I had no idea why or for what am i crying, but all i could remember was that all through this time i was praising and thanking God even though my tears had not stopped.
Once the Blessed Sacrament was raised, I bowed low to Thank God and then did i feel that through all my anxiety, all my doubts about our singing Lord has heard us and that he had continuously blessed us through all the days in our singing.
On the Final day, when we had started singing "Welcome Holy Spirit", did I feel that our Lord has strengthened each one of us. I had lost my voice on the final day and yet I found myself singing out loud. I felt a shiver running through me during the song. I thanked the Lord, thanked Him so much for being there with us through out. No matter what the circumstance He was there holding our hands.
After the event I was at peace, thanking the Lord for his touch and for filling us with his power!!
Halleluia!!
Regards,
-- Sophy Antony
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