Ecclesial Youth Gathering – Hesed 2k24

Under the leadership of the Malankara Catholic Youth Movement (MCYM), the Church-level youth gathering, Hesed 2k24, was celebrated with great fervour on 20 October at Chevalier Varghese Karippayil Nagar (St. John’s Metropolitan Cathedral) in Tiruvalla, hosted by the Tiruvalla Archdiocese. The event commenced with a solemn Holy Qurbono, led by His Grace Archbishop Thomas Mor Koorilos, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Tiruvalla. Joining him in the liturgy were His Excellency Bishop Mathews Mor Polycarpos, Chairman of the Youth Commission, Fr. Dr. Prabheesh George, Church-level Director of the Youth Movement, and various diocesan directors.

The public meeting, presided over by MCYM Church-level President Mr. Monu Joseph, was inaugurated by the Honourable Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Fisheries, Advocate George Kurian. Church-level General Secretary Linu Daniel welcomed the gathering, while Fr. Prabheesh George delivered the opening message, setting a tone of inspiration for the youth. Archbishop Thomas Mor Koorilos shared a blessing message, and Bishop Mathews Mor Polycarpos delivered the keynote address, encouraging the youth to live their faith with enthusiasm and dedication.

Fr. Roy Kannanchirayil CMI conducted a youth seminar, imparting valuable insights and guidance to the attendees. The event’s arrangements were overseen by Rt. Rev. Fr. Dr. Isaac Parappallil, Vicar General of the Tiruvalla Archdiocese, along with Fr. Cherian Kurisummoottil, Director of MCYM Tiruvalla, and Mr. Cyriac V. John, MCYM Tiruvalla Archdiocese President.

In a ceremonial gesture, the MCYM flag was handed over to the Marthandam Diocese, the hosts for Hesed 2025, marking the conclusion of Hesed 2k24. The celebration ended with a sense of unity and enthusiasm, leaving the youth inspired to uphold the values of the Church in their daily lives.