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Mangaluru: Importance of peace, harmony emphasized at Christmas event

  •   Fri, Dec 19 2014 09:43:10 PM

Pics: Spoorthi Ullal
Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (DV)

Mangaluru, Dec 20: Catholic Sabha Mangaluru along with members of various organizations celebrated the season of Christmas at Bishop's House here on Friday December 19.

Addressing the occasion, Mahabala Maarla, mayor of Managalore City Corporation said, "For a better and peaceful society people should follow the principles of Jesus Christ. As human beings we should cultivate a helping nature and live in unity and treat everying with equality."

He also urged people to live with communal harmony, and follow the message of Jesus Christ. "If the thoughts of Jesus Christ are assimilated into our daily lives, we can expect to have a better society," he added.

Dr M N Rajendra Kumar, president of SCDCC, said, "Christmas celebration is significant in spreading the message of peace throughout the world. Society will move forward when we follow the policy of 'live and let live'."

Condemning the brutal massacre of school children in Pakistan's Peshawar, he said, "The world can have a good future only through peace. We should live for others."

Zohra Abbas, member of Beary Sahithya Academy stressed on the need for communal harmony in the district. "The principles of Jesus Christ - love and peace - inspired Mahatma Gandhi. The contribution of Christian institutions in the field of education is immense. Accept the good in everyone and lead a peaceful harmonious life," she advised.

Alyosius Paul D' Souza, bishop of Mangalore diocese in his address said, "Jesus Christ lived for everyone by preaching love, peace, and humanity to the world. His message is that we should serve the poor. You can see god in the service offered to the poor. We should live in peace, humanity and brotherhood and help each other. We should care for and share with the needy. 'Share what you have' is the philosophy of god. Love and respect everyone. All are children of god."

The bishop further briefed about the work done by Mangalore diocese and said that as many as 160 houses were built for the poor in the last two years, and now 24 houses are under construction for the poorest of the poor.

Catholic Sabha president Flavy D'Souza, convenor Sushil Noronha, advocate M P Norohna, vicar general Msgr Denis Prabhu and others were present.
  

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  • YESHAVANTH GOPAL SHETTY, M'LORE

    Sat, Dec 20 2014

    Time spent here was worth every second.Hearing every one speak on Humanity & Values in this Human civilized life was an experience to be Cherished all through the Life for everybody.Mayor,Rajendra Kumar,Mrs.Zohra Abbas held everyone by nerves talking on hard realities of 'God's Children'-that we all are, being from 1 God in different religion,belief & form.Bishop's closing address was the Tip of the Iceberg.Well organised event,managed very well for the unity of all in Diverse cultures of India.
    Happy Christmas wishes 2 all.May 2015 bring Glory 2 India,Indians & the peace loving World.
    'Sarve Jano Sukhino Bhavanthu'.

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  • Shankar, Mangalore

    Sat, Dec 20 2014

    Merry Christmas for all in advance.

    Regarding this article, what is happening on the stage in pic. # 12 or the 4th from last?
    Is the girl performing while delegates are on the stage? Dont they have the basic courtesy that they have to be in the spectator's podium when some one performs on the stage?
    Shame!

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  • Pramoda, Kundapura

    Sat, Dec 20 2014

    X'mas wishes to all christian brothers in advance..

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  • RONALD, BANTWAL

    Sat, Dec 20 2014

    Christmas wishes not X'Mas wishes

    thanks Pramoda
    Wish you the same and happy new year 2015

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  • JSaheb,

    Sat, Dec 20 2014

    Peace cannot be achieved through violence, it can only be attained through understanding. Let us build an environment of peace so that at least next generation may enjoy the life..
    Remember wordings of ― Mahatma Gandhi “An eye for an eye will only make the whole world blind.”
    Jai Karnataka Jai hind

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  • Valerian D'souza, Udupi / Mumbai

    Sat, Dec 20 2014

    Evil is doing overtime to spread hatred among the brethren and raising billions of funds for their destructive works.
    Let the work of peace, service and charity also be spread with God's blessings.
    Righteous will have sufferings, but God will always be with them.

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  • Arun Naik, kudala

    Sat, Dec 20 2014

    Xmas is a time when there is a aura of peacefulness,so are Eid and Diwali. We all feel so good during these days,lets all keep hope and away from the evil called hate ,suspicion of communal nature lets live careferee and "heaven will bless",because GOD IS PEACE, and PEACE IS GOD" .seasons greetings

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  • HENRY MISQUITH, INDIA

    Sat, Dec 20 2014

    Celebrating Christmas is not just about yummy plum cakes and pudding and beseeching Santa for goodies. From decorating houses with lit-up stars and Christmas trees, attending parties, exchanging greetings and visiting beautifully bedecked churches, but the gift of God giving us his Son on this earth. He was born for us and died for us. Merry Christmas to all.

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