Chakhesang Catholic Association (CCA) along with Chakhesang Catholic Youth Association (CCYA) organized a one-day seminar on “Catholic faith and marriage” and “Lay Apostolate” at Holy Family Parish, Pfütsero on October 2.
A press release from CCA president, Dr. Rosou Pohena stated that, resource persons were Rocus Chasie, first president, Catholic Association of Nagaland (CAN) and joint director (Rtd) H&FW Nagaland.
The first session on “Catholic Faith and marriage” was conducted by Chasie giving importance to the communion of the union of man and woman. He added that marriage was a special vocation called to by God and an oath between the couple and God himself.
The issues of marriage preparation, divorce, inter-marriages, and impediments of marriage were other highlights shared by the resource person. In the second session, the speaker spoke on the role and importance of “Lay Apostolate” in the Church and its mission. Chasie asserted the power of the Holy Rosary, its importance with special reference in a students’ life, the sacraments of the Catholic church and the truths.
Er. Mhaseto Lancelot Nakro, principal Govt. Polytechnic College, Atoizu and general secretary CAN exhorted the gathering. He asked the faithful to take the walk of faith and experience the growth in Christ and live a life that is limitless in grace.
Five parishes of the CCA, Pfütsero, Chizami, Lozaphuhu, Razeba and Thenyizumi along with the Chakhesang Catholic Community Kohima (CCCK) and Chakhesang Catholic Women Association (CCWA) participated in the seminar. Seminar concluded with a panel discussion and adoption of resolution.