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“Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent.” Isaac Asimov.
“Peace is an acronym of: Protect.. Educate.. Aid Children Everywhere.”
School Day of Non-violence and Peace is observed in schools worldwide, on January 30 to motivate tomorrow’s citizens to find non-violent solutions to conflicts.
This day reminds us of the teachings of pacifists and advocates of non -violence, including Mahatma Gandhi, who was assassinated on January 30,1948 for his beliefs. He believed in non-violent resistance against injustice. His teachings continue to inspire millions around the world, and his message that peace is achievable through non-violent action, is a food for thought.

May the light of this New Year bring peace to your soul, purpose to your heart, and joy to your days. As we step into 2025, may the divine presence guide our every path, blessing us with wisdom, courage, and abundant grace. May this year be filled with moments of reflection, growth, and love as we nurture our spirit and spread kindness to those around us. Remember, each day is a gift, each breath a blessing, and every sunrise a reminder of God’s infinite mercy.
It is said in many spiritual traditions that beginnings hold immense power. They carry the promise of transformation, renewal, and grace. As we embrace this new season, let us offer gratitude for the gift of life and trust that every step we take is supported by unseen hands. Each day is an opportunity to live with compassion, hope, and love, spreading kindness wherever we go.

When you are a child, your first loose tooth can be a cause for celebration; when you are an adult, it definitely isn’t.
Loose teeth in adults occurs when a tooth loses support and slowly detaches from the gums and bone. The slightest touch may cause the tooth to move, and eating or chewing can cause further loosening.
Any tooth that becomes loose is at risk of needing to be removed or, at worst, falling out.
Biting and chewing with a tooth that is not securely attached in its socket can be difficult or even painful.
If you develop a loose tooth later in life, you may experience other symptoms as well. These include:
bleeding gums
swollen gums
red gums
gum recession

They were overjoyed at seeing the star, and on entering the manger they saw the child with Mary his mother. They prostrated themselves and did him homage. Then they opened their treasures and offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. ~Matthew 2:10-11
Epiphany, also called Little Christmas, Theophany, or simply Three Kings’ feast, is one of the oldest festival days in Christianity, celebrated 12 days after Christmas on the 6th of January. It comes from the Greek word epiphaneia, meaning revelation, appearance, or manifestation. People say they’ve had an epiphany when they realize something. The Epiphany marks the three wise men’s visit to Jesus and commemorates when Jesus was revealed or shown to the world as God’s son.

Daily Mass : Monday 6:45 am.; Tue – Sat (6:45 am and 7:30 am)
Saturday: 6:45am and 6:00 pm (Sunday anticipatory Mass)
Sunday: 6:15am, 7:30am & 9:00 am
(1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday 9:00 am Mass in English)

Joel Osteen, in his book Your Best Life Now (New York: Warner Faith, 2004), tells the following story:
Years ago, a famous golfer was invited by the king of Saudi Arabia to play in a golf tournament. He accepted the invitation, and the king flew his private jet over to the United States to pick up the pro. They played golf for several days, and enjoyed a good time. As the golfer was getting on the plane to return to the United States, the king stopped him and said, “I want to give you a gift for coming all this way and making this time so special. Anything you want. What could I get you?”

Earth, Heaven and Purgatory What is the Communion of Saints? Properly speaking, it refers to three grouping of people:
1) Those on Earth—The Church Militant;
2) The saints in Heaven—The Church Triumphant;
3) The souls in Purgatory—The Church Suffering.
The unique focus is on the “communion” aspect. We are called to be in union with each and every member of Christ. There is a spiritual bond with one another insofar as we are each individually united with Christ. Let’s start with those on Earth (the Church Militant)

Mogall Aquemchea firgozkaramno!

Matevachea Xubvortomanant Jezu aplea Xisank sangta, “Sogllim tumi koxtt kortat ani vojeachea bhara khal asat tim mhoje xim ieyat ani Hanv tumkam somadhan kortolom”. Adunik mon’xachem jivit odik sudarot zait gelam, toripunn to zaitea rattavollinim ghunttlolo amkam mellta. Zo munis apunn sogllem zanna ani apnnachean dusrea viret raum ieta, oxem chintun vagta, kudh Deva ani pelea mhukar lojek sampoddta. Mon’xachean Deva, bhav-bhoinna ani xristti viret raum nozo. Patkachea soimba vorvim dhukhovlolo monis aplem dukh kallzant samballun, kollonastana dusreank dhukoita ani oxem apunn jietolea axantichea durdoxent dusreank oddun vhorta.

We are moving into the tenth month of the year, October, which is the time for festivals and celebrations, specially in India, as we prepare ourselves for some of the most significant events of the year. It is also a month with many national and international observances, most important amongst them being the Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated on 2nd October to honour our Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy of non-violence and peace. It is also known as the International Day of Non-violence. We are always encouraged to be non violent because non violence has proved that it is a good enough weapon to achieve victories like we did at the time of India’s freedom struggle.

Do you want peace in your heart? Do you want peace in your family? Do you want peace in your relationship with your spouse? Do you want peace in your relationship with your children? Do you want peace in your parish? Do you want peace in your nation? Do you want peace in the Church? Do you want peace throughout the world? Then we need to be praying the Rosary every day for this peace.