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Salesian Parishes – A Mission of Service

The Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) not only focus on education but also serve through parishes, following the spirit of St. John Bosco. Salesian parishes emphasize youth ministry, community building, and social outreach, making them vibrant centers of faith and service.

Main Aspects of Salesian Parishes:

Youth-Centered Ministry – Special focus on children, teenagers, and young adults. Preventive System in Pastoral Care – Based on Reason, Religion, and Loving-Kindness. Active Community Involvement – Family support, catechism, and social services. Missionary Outreach – Helping the poor, marginalized, and those in need. Education & Skill Development – Often linked with schools and vocational centers. Salesian parishes are more than just places of worship—they are homes of faith, hope, and empowerment, following Don Bosco’s vision of guiding youth towards a better future.

Parishes Activity Report

Parish Sector Meeting

Parish Sector meeting was conducted on June 13th 2024 at Bosco Maiyam, Pallithamam. Twenty Salesian priest participated in the meeting. Fr.C.A.James, the parish priest of S.Pudur, Sivangangai Diocese animated the meeting. He shared about his experience in different parishes. He spoke about his experience in forming anbiams and different pious associations. After the animation, each priest shared about his experience in the parish. This meeting helped us to understand the people and how we need to guide them as a Salesian parish.

Assistant Parish Priest Meet

Assistant parish priest meeting was held in Don Bosco Mat.Hr.Sec.School, Thanjavur on July 9th, 2024. Fr.Suresh Felix was the resource person of this meeting. The main focus of the meeting was on parish policy and how to guide the catechism children and youth based on the Salesian tradition. In the group discussion, roles and duties of the assistant parish priest was clarified. The meeting ended with a fruitful sharing and group discussion.

Catholic Youth Meet

It was a wonderful gathering of the catholic youth of our parish. A total of 65 participants attended the meeting on August 17th 2024. The topic was on the “active involvement of youth in different sectors of our parishes”. Fr.Martin Joseph from Madurai Arch diocese was the resource person. The youth were fully involved and actively participated in the meeting. We are grateful to the community of Lourdes shrine Madurai for all the arrangements done for this meeting. The discussions held during the meeting yielded significant improvements in our youth’s involvement in the parish activity.

Anbiam Leaders Meet

The meeting was held on September 22, 2024 at AMSAM, Trichy. The anbiam leaders meet attracted 145 attendees from 11 parishes from Trichy province. Fr. Santiyagu Raja from St.Pauls seminary, Trichy was resource person. He spoke on how to prepare for the Jubilee year. Participants understood their role in the church through discussions with the resource person.

Local Animations

We have decided in the sector meeting to have animations once in three months for the following: Anibiam leaders, Catechism teachers, and Altar servers.

This has helped the Parishes to have regular animations for them and to direct them properly. These animations strengthened the rapport between the parish priests and people.

Implementation Report

1. Madhakottai Parish

Anbiam Leaders Animation

• Place of Anbiyam in Christian Formation – 13th October 2024 (17 participants)
• How to Reach Out to Families – 12th January 2025 (20 participants)

Catechism Teachers Animation

• Understanding Children in Their Faith Formation – 19th October 2024 (13 participants)
• A Catechism Teacher’s Faith Profile – 26th January 2025 (11 participants)

Altar Servers Training

• Altar Server’s Vocation – 9th November 2024 (22 participants)
• St. John Berchmans as a Model for Altar Servers – 19th January 2025 (19 participants)

Rectification of Marriages: 15 marriages planned before December 2024

2. Kalavasal, Alangulam Parish

Spiritual and Faith-Based Activities

• Spiritual Retreat – 11th August 2024 (120 participants)
• Youth Meeting – 17th August 2024 (8 participants)
• Advent Retreat – 15th December 2024 (120 participants)
• Christmas Celebration – 22nd December 2024 (80 participants)

Altar Server’s Convention

• 29th – 30th September 2024 (8 participants)

Community and Leadership Programs

• Village Leaders’ Meeting with Parish Priest – 1st January 2025 (25 participants)
• Training for Catechists at Keela Eral – 22nd February 2025 (7 participants)

Christmas Festivities

• Marian Pilgrimage – 6th October 2024 (60 participants)
• Christmas Carols – 16th – 21st December 2024 (All parish houses)

3. AMSAM Parish

Anbiam Leaders Animation

Conducted every fourth Sunday of the month

• Christmas Celebration – 22nd December 2024 (60 participants)
• Visiting the Sick and Cleaning Homes – 25th October 2024 (20 participants)

Altar Servers Training

• Basic Training and Understanding Sacred Items – 15th August 2024 (60 participants)

Rectification of Marriages: No cases reported

4. Lourdes Shrine K. Pudur Parish

Anbiam Leaders Animation

• To Journey Together – 13th July 2024 (95 participants)
• Good Shepherd – 17th December 2024 (121 participants)
• Parish Feast – 2nd February 2025 (105 participants)

Catechism Teachers Animation

• Don Bosco’s Pedagogy – 8th October 2024 (34 participants)
• Student & Teacher Forever – 15th December 2024 (30 participants)
• Sanctifying Through Sacraments – 2nd February 2024 (31 participants)

Altar Servers Training

• Angels & Altar Service – 25th August 2024 (37 participants)
• Practical Tips to Serve at the Altar – 26th October 2024 (22 participants)
• Parish Feast – 1st February 2025 (30 participants)

Rectification of Marriages: No cases reported

5. Nettur Parish

Anbiam Leaders Animation

• மட்கோட்டையின் பின் உருவாக்கம் – 20th October 2024 (428 participants)
• விவேகமும் முயற்சியும் ஆன்மீக வளர்ச்சிக்கும் – 24th November 2024 (72 participants)

Catechism Teachers Animation

• Animation and Planning for the Year – 16th June 2024 (14 participants)
• Evaluation and Teacher’s Day Celebration – 9th August 2024 (14 participants)
• Recollection and Outing – 11th January 2025 (12 participants)

Altar Servers Training

Weekly sessions on Sundays

• Recollection and Outing – 11th January 2025 (26 participants)

Rectification of Marriages: 6 cases planned before December 2024

6. Pallithamam Parish

Anbiam Leaders Animation

Conducted on 18th August, 22nd September, 10th November, 15th December 2024, 5th January, and 23rd February 2025

• Special Topic: Importance of Organizing Anbiams – 10th November 2024

Catechism Teachers Animation

• Imparting Faith – 24th November 2025
• Additional sessions – 22nd September 2025, 15th December 2024, and 9th February 2025

Altar Servers Training

• How to Serve at the Altar – 11th August 2024

Rectification of Marriages: 2 cases reported

7. Therespuram Parish

Anbiam Leaders Animation: Conducted every second Thursday of the month, focusing on Planning and Evaluation

Catechism Teachers Animation: Conducted every first Sunday of the month

Altar Servers Training: Weekly sessions every Sunday at 11:00 AM

Rectification of Marriages: 20 cases planned before December 2024

8. Keela Eral Parish

Regular Meetings

• First Monday – Anbiam Meeting
• Second Sunday – Altar Servers Meeting
• Third Sunday – Catechism Teachers Meeting
• Fourth Sunday – Anbiam Leaders Meeting

Conclusion

The report highlights active participation in various faith-building and community-strengthening activities across multiple parishes. These programs focus on leadership training, catechism teaching, altar service preparation, and marriage rectification, ensuring spiritual growth and parish development.

Annual Plan Report

Parishes Annual Plan 2025-2026

• Sector Meeting: Animation on How to Form Lay Evangelizers

  Date: 18th June 2025 (Wednesday)

  Venue: Nettur

  Level: Province

  Program Focus: Training on forming Lay Evangelizers to spread the Gospel within the community.

  Expected Participants: 22

• Training on Organizing Anbiams and Parish Administration

  Date: 2nd July 2025 (Wednesday)

  Venue: Manakkal

  Level: Province

  Program Focus: Educating parish leaders on efficiently organizing Anbiams and managing Parish Administration.

  Expected Participants: 11

• Seminar on the Importance of Family Life (Regional Level)

  Date: 9th August 2025 (Saturday)

  Venue: Keelaeral

  Level: Regional

  Program Focus: Strengthening family values based on Christian teachings and fostering stronger family relationships.

  Expected Participants: 40

• Seminar on the Importance of Family Life (Regional Level)

  Date: 10th August 2025 (Sunday)

  Venue: Madhakottai

  Level: Regional

  Program Focus: Reinforcing Christian family values and guiding families to live a faith-filled life.

  Expected Participants: 70

• Christian Living Based on the Gospels

  Date: 5th October 2025 (Sunday)

  Venue: Madurai

  Level: Province

  Program Focus: Helping parishioners live a Christ-centered life by applying Gospel teachings in their daily lives.

  Expected Participants: 110

This annual plan outlines structured programs to enhance faith formation, leadership, family values, and Christian living across various regions and provinces.

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