Lotha Catholic Eloe Khumshum Kohima celebrates silver jubilee

Catholic priests along with the members of Lotha Catholic Eloe Khumshum Kohima during its silver jubilee in Kohima on Thursday.

• KOHIMA — The Lotha Catholic Eloe Khumshum Kohima (LCEK) celebrated its silver jubilee on Thursday at Peraciezie (Gasia) on the theme "I have the strength to face all conditions by the power that Christ gave me" (Philippians 4:13).
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• The celebration began with a Holy Eucharist led by Rev. Fr. Mathew Mhabemo, parish priest of St. Francis De Sales Church, Kohima, as the main celebrant. He also dedicated and unveiled the jubilee monolith, stated an update from LCEK.
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• In his homily, Rev. Fr. Matthew Rhanben, parish priest of St. Joseph's Church, Longleng, congratulated the women's association on completing 25 years of service. He emphasised that a jubilee is not merely about gatherings, feasting, forgiveness, unity or peace but holds a deeper spiritual significance.
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• He encouraged the congregation to extend love and support the poor, widows, orphans and all those in need. He highlighted that the true essence of jubilee is fulfilled when acts of kindness is extended to others, as the prayers of the needy bring blessings to those who help them.
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• Rev. Fr. Rhanben wished the gathering a meaningful jubilee and prayed for peace, unity, prosperity and success in future endeavours.
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• The jubilee flag was hoisted by Rev. Fr. Dr. Jacob Charalel, chancellor and secretary of the Commission for School Education, Diocese of Kohima, while the jubilee hall was dedicated by Rev. Fr. K Dominic Rau, assistant parish priest of St. Francis De Sales Church, Kohima, and the jubilee souvenir was launched by Rev. Fr. Gabriel Gaikhang.
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• The lighting of the jubilee candle was done by Rev. Fr. Glanson Chacko, director of Ave Maria Divine Prayer Centre, Zhadima.
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• The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Nyanbeni Lotha, jubilee convenor.