Setting aside the blissful vacation, a vibrant group of 19 youth from across Gujarat came together at Jeevan Vikas Kendra, Pethapur, Gandhinagar from 11th to 16th May 2009 for the Discipleship Training Program.
The program comprised of several interesting features like interactive sessions, AV presentations, meaningful Mass and inspiring Adorations. The first three days were a time of silent retreat where participants went through a time of purification and anointing by the Holy Spirit in the guidance of Rajan Uncle. While the days followed, they had training by Babychayan who through his talks imbibed in them Christ-centered values and JY lifestyle. Now reaching the crucial part of the training, the participants had brainstorming sessions by the core team. Anish Devasia, the DTP co-ordinator, focused on Lectio Divina and Self-Awareness. He along with Richard also enlightened the participants on the influence media has on the youth of today. Fr. Siby gave a comprehensive talk on Vocations clarifying many misconceptions. We were joined by Byju Chetan who acquainted the participants with the JY movement.
The program was pillared by strong intercession, co-ordinated by Clayton and supported by volunteers and families of Gandhinagar. The food ministry under the care of Fr. Siby did an exceptional job by providing all with wholesome meals. We were blessed with the presence of Rt. Rev. Stanislaus Fernandes, Archbishop of Ahmedabad Diocese who celebrated Mass on the last day of the program and commissioned the participants to answer their missionary call.
All in all it was a grace filled program empowering the youth to transform the world in them and around them.
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TESTIOMONIES
Jaya says:
“Praise the Lord! The word 'wonderfull' seems just a fraction of how I found the DTP. The division into 3 days retreat and 3 days training made more effect than a complete 6 days retreat. The last 3 days were more like implementing what the former days taught. Helped me know better what Christ followers ought to be like. Has brought me more closer to His word and is taking effect in changing my life. And not forgetting the wonderfull people(participants and volounteers) who are now part of my ‘Jesus Friends.’ Would definitely advocate DTPs to others.”
Arnold says:
“I experienced the presence and love of God. I got closer to his love and care.”
“Praise the Lord! The word 'wonderfull' seems just a fraction of how I found the DTP. The division into 3 days retreat and 3 days training made more effect than a complete 6 days retreat. The last 3 days were more like implementing what the former days taught. Helped me know better what Christ followers ought to be like. Has brought me more closer to His word and is taking effect in changing my life. And not forgetting the wonderfull people(participants and volounteers) who are now part of my ‘Jesus Friends.’ Would definitely advocate DTPs to others.”
Arnold says:
“I experienced the presence and love of God. I got closer to his love and care.”
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