Dimapur, March 22 (EMN): Along with religious sisters and representatives of the diocese of Kohima, the Kohima Diocese celebrated what was informed to be events called the Chrism Mass and Priesthood Day on March 20 at the Cathedral in Kohima.
Bishop Rev. Dr. James Thoppil presided over the mass, it was informed.
Addressing the gathering, the bishop encouraged the priests to have intimate relations with Jesus Christ. They should live a ‘modest lifestyle’ and represent the ‘model of integrity’ exuding joy in the ministry, the gathering was told, according to updates on Thursday.
The updates explained Chrism Mass to be a yearly event during which priests and representatives of the entire diocesan community come together to celebrate.
