1. Karam Festival Celebration and Meeting:

As part of the cultural and religious traditions, a Holy Mass was celebrated in honor of the Karam Festival. Following the mass, the Karam Committee convened a meeting which saw the participation of 36 attendees representing various regions of Tamil Nadu. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss and plan activities related to the Karam Festival and its significance among the migrant communities. The gathering provided a valuable platform for exchanging ideas and strengthening ties across different migrant groups.

After the meeting, a communal lunch was organized for all participants, fostering fellowship and unity among the diverse group. The event was successful in blending spiritual devotion with cultural celebration, while also highlighting the collaborative spirit of the attendees.

2. Meeting with Fr. Jewan for Migrant Outreach:

A key development in our migrant outreach efforts took place with a meeting with Fr. Jewan, a priest based in Gummidipundi. During this meeting, we provided him with an overview of the various activities and services that Don Bosco Migrant Services (DBMS) offers to support migrants, particularly focusing on their spiritual, social, and economic well-being.

Fr. Jewan expressed his willingness to support the Catholic migrant community by celebrating Hindi-language Mass and offering other forms of spiritual assistance. This will be particularly beneficial for the Hindi-speaking Catholic migrants who often lack access to religious services in their native language. Fr. Jewan has confirmed his availability to celebrate the first Holy Mass on the 15th of this month, which will mark the beginning of a regular spiritual engagement for the migrants in the area.

Conclusion:

The Karam Festival celebration, along with the fruitful meeting with Fr. Jewan, marks significant progress in our efforts to strengthen both the cultural and spiritual support systems for the migrant community. The festival meeting reinforced communal bonds among participants, while the collaboration with Fr. Jewan promises to provide much-needed spiritual guidance and religious services to the migrant community in their native language. These initiatives are crucial steps toward fostering a sense of belonging and support for migrants in the region.