Nagaland: 5th Catholic Association of Nagaland convention from Jan 9

The Catholic Association of Nagaland (CAN) will hold its fifth convention from January 9 to 12, 2026 at St. Xavier Parish, Jalukie, hosted by the Zeliangrong Catholic Association of Nagaland (ZCAN). The convention will be held under the theme “Pilgrims of Faith, Hope, and Love.”
The convention will be graced by Rev. Eugene Joseph, Bishop of Varanasi and chairman of the Commission for Laity, Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI), along with Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, Bishop of Kohima, who will preside over key liturgical celebrations.
The four-day programme will bring together clergy, religious and lay delegates from across Nagaland for prayer, reflection and fellowship. Highlights will include Eucharistic celebrations, thematic sessions, faith-sharing and cultural events.
A special Adoration and Healing Service, animated by the Divine Mercy Retreat Team of the Diocese of Kohima, will provide space for prayer, reflection and spiritual renewal.
Main speakers at the convention will include Fr. Kokto Kurian, Fr. Mhabemo Mathew, Sr. Margaret Sekhose MSMHC, Dr. Johnny Kadunsin Ruangmei and Fr. Dr. Francis Cheerangal, who will speak on themes related to Church history, Scripture, Marian devotion, Catholic social teaching and Christian witness in the context of Nagaland.
The fifth CAN convention marks a significant milestone in strengthening unity, deepening faith and renewing commitment to the mission of the Church in Nagaland.