CANACONA
The Goa Province of the Society of Pilar organised a unique two-day event for the youth in Agonda on February 19 and 20.Under the leadership of the Provincial Superior Fr Mateus Fernandes, the youth from the parishes of Anjuna, Valpoi, Britona, Uguem, Sanguem, Molcornem, Rivona and Collem travelled to the Agonda Church.The purpose of this gathering was to inspire the youth to be missionaries of Jesus.While addressing the youth, Superior General of the Society of Pilar Fr Sebastiao Mascarenhas said there are many missionary activities which can be done by the youth. “For instance, you could bring back those youth who don’t come to the church,” Fr Mascarenhas told the participants.
Fr Fernandes ignited the minds of the youth by talking about the mission manifesto of Jesus. A panel discussion was also held to clarify and deepen their understanding of the various aspects of the Catholic faith.
