INH/PC/125 Sep. – Oct., 2017

“In your light we see light, light leading to life”

- INH Vision

“The love of Christ impels us” says St. Paul in his letter to the Corinthians. Members of our province and

the SVDs all over the world would have read and reflected this in their unit /district meetings by now as a

preparation for the forth coming chapter. But much before Paul could experience this (being impelled) and

propose this to us, we have a young village girl from an obscure village who was propelled by the wish and

will of God the Father to bear and give birth to His Son. Mary, who probably couldn’t understand the

intensity and implication of this wish by God, did the best thing possible-Just surrender with the words, “I

am the handmaid of the Lord, Let your will be done”.

Persons, who have a greater vision and goal, are willing to forego the immediate needs and comforts. They

do make the necessary sacrifices even to the extent of sacrificing their lives. A young woman after her

marriage is willing to sacrifice her time, health, and many other comforts in order to bring to this earth

another life which is the fruit and blessing of God. She is impelled and propelled by the goal she and her

husband set for themselves. A father of a family is willing to forego his comforts of being at home, eating

his home food, comfort of his wife and security, when he decides to go to a distant place or to a foreign

land. The welfare of his wife and children impel and propel him to make these sacrifices. Great scientists

like APJ Abdul Kalam had even sacrificed marriage to concentrate in their research and in their scientific

advancements. What impels them or what propels them? It is the love of the other more than anything else.

God in his great love was willing to sacrifice His own Son to us. Mary in her great love was willing to go

through the ordeal of bearing and bringing up the child of God. St. Arnold Janssen was willing to let go of

the comforts of a teacher and a diocesan priest to start a mission seminary. What impelled him? The same

love of God and neighbor. As we are gearing up to celebrate the 143rd birthday of our Society, we need to

reexamine ourselves as to what is impelling and propelling us. The love of God, the sacrifice of Christ, the

agony of Mother Mary, the struggle of Fr. Arnold should help us to reorient and reinvent ourselves more

to invest ourselves into the cause of the Kingdom. Let the lives and thoughts of our dear God and saints

help us to get more rooted in the Word and Committed to his Mission.

I wish you a very happy birthday of our Mother Mary and the Society of the Divine Word.

- From the Leadership Team

PROVINCIAL CIRCULAR – INH

SOCIETY OF THE DIVINE WORD INDIA – HYDERABAD (INH)

Provincial Superior

ARONLD BHAVAN H. No. 1-8-11/1/A Ravindra Nagar Colony, Street No. 8, Habsiguda, Hyderabad – 500 007. T.S., India.

Phone : 040 – 27154741, 85, E-mail : inhsvd@gmail.com Website: www.inhsvd.in

PARISH ACTIVITY

Sts. Peter and Paul feast at Jangaon

The feast of Sts. Peter and Paul which falls on the 29th June was

celebrated on the 8th of July this year as it was a second Saturday and

a convenient day for most of the people who are job-holders in

Jangaon. This year marks the silver jubilee of the Parish Church in

Jangaon. We had a solemn and meaningful celebration beginning

with nine days (novena) of spiritual preparation. Fr. Jerome, a priest

of the Warangal Diocese who presided over the Festival Holy Mass

stressed in his homily, on building a spiritual Christian community

that has to be passed on to next generations. The priests and religious of the neighboring parishes of Jangaon

joined the celebration. We express our appreciation to Fr. Bala Prasad, the Parish Priest.

St. Alphonsa’s Feast at MIG

On 23rd July, 2017 St.Alphonsa’s parish celebrated its annual feast. Most Rev. Chinnabathini Bhagaiah,

bishop of Guntur offered the Holy Mass. Fr.Antony Joseph, the provincial superior along with other priests

from near-by parishes joined the celebration. Four children received the

first Holy Communion and fourteen others received the Holy Sacrament

of Confirmation. Bishop, in his homily, preached about St.Alphonsa's life

and importance of receiving Holy Communion. He also instructed the

faithful about the catholic doctrines on confirmation and communion.

Later on the parishioners had a fellowship meal together. We appreciate

Fr. Satish Kumar and Fr. G. Prakash for their dedication in the pastoral

ministry.

JPIC ACTIVITIES OF THE PROVINCE

DWSSS DONATES EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL TO

HIV INFECTED & PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED SCHOOL CHILDREN

24th June, 2017 was indeed a great day of celebration at the

campus of Asha Jyothi. As the academic year begins, DWSSS

thought of doing a simple and a good gesture to the HIV infected

children and the physically challenged ones by distributing ‘Note

books, Stationary items and School bags’. Fr. Felix Roche SVD

gathered all his handicapped children studying under his care and

Fr. Alwin Mascarenhas invited all his home-based care children

for the same. The HIV infected and the physically challenged

children were present in the campus from all over Siddipet, Medak

and Sangareddy districts. There were nearly 120 school-going children who participated in this function.

It all began around 10-30 am with a solemn prayer. Fr. Alwin Mascarenhas SVD, the JPIC Coordinator,

explained the purpose and the need of this get-together. It is to distribute the bundles of note books,

stationary items and the school bags to all the children. Fr. Felix Roche SVD, then, spoke about the

importance of education. There were two beautiful dances performed by Asha Jyothi Children. After the

distribution, Mr. K. Veerababu gave the vote of thanks. At the end of the celebrations, all the children were

invited to have a sumptuous meal which they enjoyed very much. Thanks to DWSSS for the initiative

taken during this academic year.

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CONSOLIDATING A STEP FORWARD IN

“LOCAL CONTRIBUTION”

The practicing lawyers from various courts of Chennai, Andhra

Pradesh and Telangana, having studied in the batch of 1987 to 92,

at Sri C. R. Reddy Law College, Eluru have formed a voluntary

group of association to help Asha Jyothi children and have come to

Asha Jyothi for a first hand information. There were more than 27

lawyers from various places who visited Asha Jyothi on 8th July,

2017. The Assistant Commissioner of Police Mr. Giridhar, was the

brain behind this move and organized a meeting at Asha Jyothi to

meet all the children. Mr. Srinivas, the DIG, Stamps and

Registration of Telangana government was the chief guest and Mr.

Sridhar the Assistant Commissioner of Commercial Taxes was the guest of honour. The meeting began

around 2 ‘O clock in the afternoon. Several people spoke and expressed their views, appreciating the way

these HIV infected orphan children are growing like one excellent family under the leadership and guidance

of the Director and dedicated staff of Asha Jyothi.

They have presented a big refrigerator as well as a LED TV to the children. They have also promised a

washing machine within a few days. They are convinced and

determined to help our children at Asha Jyothi in the days to come.

During the meeting at different intervals Asha Jyothi children

performed five dances. Fr. Alwin thanked their good gesture and

appreciated the move. The chief guest and the guest of honour

spoke in appreciation of Asha Jyothi. The ACP, Mr. Giridhar, was

instrumental in organizing this meeting and many people were

honoured with shawls. We express our gratitude to ACP Giridhar

for his wonderful service.

MEDICAL CAMP FOR THE MIGRANTS

DWSSS organized a free medical health camp on 16th July, 2017 at Mallapur Parish in Hyderabad for the

migrants, in collaboration with the Migration Ministry of the Province and with the kind cooperation of the

JPIC Coordinator. The poor migrants who are mostly domestic servants, factory workers, unskilled

labourers and construction workers are deprived of their basic medical health-care facilities. The Director

of DWSSS said, “We were happy indeed to give medical care and support and through which we extent the

healing ministry of Christ.”

A General medical health camp on one side and an Eye Test wing on the other side of the campus were

held simultaneously. A little more than 250 migrants benefitted by

this camp. Free medicines were distributed for their ailments. 114

eye tests were conducted during the camp and out of which 44

received free spectacles. The others were treated freely for various

eye ailments with ointments and medications. People had shown

keen interest on free medical consultations and returned to their

homes happily with a sense of joy, satisfaction and gratitude. We

thank Fr. Alwin, the director of DWSSS for organising the medical

camp.

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LAY APOSTOLATE

ARNOLD ASSOCIATION AT JYOTHI NIKETAN, NARASARAOPET

Arnold Association (Lay Collaborators or Ex Seminarians of

Andhra Pradesh & Telangana) made a maiden visit to Jyothi

Niketan, Narasaraopet their Alma Mater for the first time after

forming the Association. We could see very well the interest

and enthusiasm of the members as they came in good number,

about 47 altogether. The members from both Telugu States

reached Jyothi Niketan on July 8th, 2017. Some of them

travelled long distance as well, to make it possible. The

members were very warmly welcomed by our Confreres and

Seminarians. The gathering began with lunch and continued with personal sharing of some members as to

how the SVD formation helped them to come up in life and face the challenges in today’s society. After

sharing, the members planted various saplings in the campus as part of the green revolution and eco-friendly

movement. The Association members and Seminarians played friendly basketball and Volleyball matches

in the evening.

In the evening, a Guntur Diocesan priest Fr. Bala Swamy addressed the Arnold Association members. He

emphasized the importance of the lay Catholics and more specially exhorted the Association members to

participate actively in Church activities and more so in the SVD Missions. He emphasized to give

importance primarily to family life and at the same time be part of the Church with interest and deep faith.

After dinner, the seminarians presented a beautiful cultural and

entertainment program. Next day Fr. Ravi, the Rector of Jyothi

Niketan, celebrated Holy Mass for all and in his message,

thanked Arnold Association and asked their active and

meaningful participation in SVD Missions. The Arnold

Association members expressed their joy and gratitude for the

hospitality of the community. With a group photo for

remembrance, the members concluded the gathering with

beautiful memories of ‘Home coming’ to Jyothi Niketan. We

thank Fr. N. Ananda Raju for his guidance to Arnold

Association.

EDUCATION APOSTOLATE

ST. ARNOLD’S HIGH SCHOOL, RAMACHANDRAPURAM

PARTICIPATION IN “SWATCH DHOOTH”

GHMC has conducted a programme in St Arnold’s High School

about the awareness of “Swatch Dhooth” on 26th July 2017. Dr.

Laxman Singh (A.M.O.H) was the speaker of this programme. He

delivered the message about the segregation of different kinds of

wastes like Reusable wastes, Bio-degradable wastes etc. Since, the

students are the pillars of the nation and the citizens of tomorrow, he

motivated all the students to bring awareness in the people who are

unaware about the segregation of wastes in their houses and also in

the street.

Rev. Fr. R. Antony S.V.D, the principal of St. Arnold’s High School, Gopal Rao (Sanitary Supervisor), A.

Mallikarjuna Rao (SRP), Madhu Goud (SFA), the physical trainers also participated in this programme.

We thank Fr. R. Antonysamy for organizing such useful programme for the students.

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ANNUAL SPORTS DAY AT ST. ARNOLD’S MATRICULATION SCHOOL, TRICHY

The Annual Sports Day of St. Arnold’s Matriculation School was

celebrated on 12-08-2017 at its school premises. Almost all the

students and staff were involved in one or the other items that were

presented on that day. Rev. Fr. Dennis Gilbert, the Principal and

Correspondent of Sacred Heart High School, Ponmalaipatty, where our

intermediate students go to do their studies, was the chief guest. Fr.

David Raj the treasurer of INH-Province was the Guest of Honour.

The programme began with “Tamil Thai Vazhthu,” followed by the

hoisting of flags (the national, the Olympic and the school). The School band gave a splendid show of their

talents. Then the four groups did the march past. It was followed by different drills and dance to some

peppy music that made everyone to tap their feet. Medals and cups along with certificates were given to the

winners by the dignitaries on the stage. There was also a show of Yoga exercises and karate skills. A

scintillating dance performance by children depicting various traditional dances of Tamilnadu was the

highlight of the entire show. A note of appreciation is due to the

Headmaster and staff of St. Arnold’s Matriculation school. Fr.

Anthuvan Rozario had made elaborate plans and meticulously

executed everything. All the staff and students, even some parents had

put in a lot of hard work to make this day a memorable one for

everyone present there. Frs. Pushparaj and Peter Thomas had

extended their helping hand wherever and whenever it was needed.

Congratulations to Fr. Anthuvan Rozario and to the staff of St.

Arnold’s Matriculation school, Trichy. May his good work continue!

Statistics of the Schools

Name of the Schools Boys Girls Total

St. Arnold’s H. School, R.C Puram 961 879 1840

St. Joseph’s H. School, Patancheru 1490 1269 2759

St. Arnold’s H. School, Sangareddy 277 296 573

St. Mary’s H. School, Sadasivpet 778 587 1365

St. Mary’s H. School, Zaheerabad 132 227 359

St. Arnold’s H. School, Toopran 294 226 520

Vidya Jyothi H. School, Raigir 409 243 652

St. John de Britto H. School, Kadavendi 492 245 737

St. Arnold’s H. School, Medarametla 982 785 1767

St. Joseph’s H. School, Addanki 385 251 636

St. Claire’s H. School, Ramagundam 1180 1051 2231

Jyothi Vidyalaya H. School, BHEL 352 349 701

St. Ann’s H. School, BHEL 884 839 1723

Total 8616 7247 15863

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A SHORT REPORT ON INH MISSIONARY MEETING AT CHENNAI

The Missionary meeting of INH was held on August 25, 2017 in the

Divine Word Centre, Chennai. Our missionaries participated in good

number. The day’s program started with a meaningful prayer service led

by Fr. S. Valan and the seminarians. All the members paid homage to

Fr. Sabas S. Martin who passed away on August 8th, 2017. Provincial

Superior presented the province report followed by reports from Fr.

Davidraj, the provincial treasurer, the District/Unit leaders and

coordinators of CD’s respectively.

A meaningful discussion took place regarding expansion in the province, self -reliance, mission magazine

and to begin another school in Tamilnadu. After meaningful discussion on these topics the proposals are to

be carried forward to Local and Provincial Assembly for further discussion and implementation. After this

four of our Silver Jubilarians Fr. A. Jesu, Fr. R. Soosai, Fr. Vineeth

Kumar and Fr. Michael Arokiasamy were thanked and appreciated

for their faithful services to the people of God. The Jubilarians too

expressed their sentiments of gratitude to God and to the Society for

all the wonderful graces which they cherish always. Fr. Nagothu

Anand Raju thanked and appreciated the Confreres and Students of

the Divine Word Centre, Chennai for looking after all the

arrangements and for the hospitality, to have a meaningful missionary

meeting which was held for the first time away from Arnold Bhavan.

REV. FR. SABAS MARTIN – RIP

Fr. Martin passed away at Child Jesus Hospital, Trichy in the early hours of 08-08-2017. His mortal remains

were brought to the seminary on 09-08-2017 for confreres and people to pay their last respect. Almost all

the SVD confreres working in Tamilnadu and a few from Telangana were present for the final journey.

There were other confreres from different congregations and dioceses. A good number of religious sisters

including our own Holy spirits along with a large gathering of lay people from his native village and from

the places of his ministries were present. The funeral services began at 3 PM with the Holy mass presided

over by Fr. Antony Joseph, the Provincial Superior of INH. In his homily Fr. Blaise enumerated the life

and legacy of Fr. Martin right from his childhood to the last days. After the communion, Fr. Provincial read

out the obituary in Tamil as a tribute. Fr. Ananda Nagothu, the vice provincial of INH thanked everyone

who looked after him in the hospital and the seminary staff and

students. Fr. Pushparaj, in his vote of thanks, profusely thanked the

staff of Child Jesus Hospital who cared for Fr. Martin for more than

two months. He also thanked everyone who paid a visit to Fr. Martin

during his last days, especially the staff and students of St. Charles’

seminary for their services in this difficult period. SVD confreres and

Holy Spirit sisters came together along with a SVD fraternity member

Mr. Balaiah and sang some melodious hymns during the Eucharist to

make this final journey of Fr. Martin a memorable one for everyone.

Fr. Arul James prayed and blessed the mortal remains before it was

taken to the cemetery. The final commendation was done by Fr.

Arockiasamy and the mortal remains were laid to rest in the SVD

cemetery. “It was indeed a fitting farewell and tribute to a man who

had toiled in this area for many years along with Fr. Ritz SVD” opined

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INFORMATIONS

GROWING GRACEFULLY FOR 60 YEARS AND ABOVE

Fr. Venance Asir, Fr. A. Joseph (Sr). Fr. Casmir D’ Souza, Fr. Arul James and Bro. Francis Sammanasu

are participating in the seminar at Ishvani Kendra, Pune from August 31st to September 02nd, 2017.

INH Annual Retreat

Our Annual Retreat will be from 1st to 6th October, 2017 at Arnold Bhavan, preached by Fr. Jerry Rosario

S.J. Those who want to attend the retreat, kindly give your name to the respective District Superiors/Unit

Leaders before September 20, 2017.

Fr. Alwin, Fr. Nelson, Fr. Michael, Fr. Thumma Thomas Reddy and Fr. Florence will be participating in

the VIVAT seminar and workshop on September16th and 17th at Ishvani, Pune.

Fr. Maxim Fernandes, Fr. A. Selvam, Fr. Alwin Mascarenhas, and Fr. S. Valan will be participating in

ASPAC meeting for the coordinators of four characteristic dimensions from September 3rd to 9th, 2017 at

Atma Darshan, Mumbai.

Bro. Rajesh Soreng and Bro. Ravichandran will be participating in ASPAC brothers’ assembly in Thailand

from October 9th to 13th, 2017.

Fr. Antony Joseph and Bro. Rajesh Soreng will be participating in ASPAC Zonal assembly in Tagatay,

Philippians from October 20th to 26th, 2017.

Dates for Assembly and Chapter of INH

First Assembly: 23-24 of January, 2018

Second Assembly: 29-30 of January, 2018

Provincial Chapter: 31st January, 2018

Dates for Chapter of INC, INE & INM

INC: 24 - 25 February, 2018

INE: 05 - 06 February, 2018

INM: 10th February, 2018

INSTITUTION BUDGET 2018 - 19

I request all the Superiors and Finance incharge of the institutions to prepare the budget for the year 2018-

19 and send it to the Provincial Superior on/before October 15, 2017. Kindly get it approved by respective

District Councils.

My Programme:

SEPTEMBER

September 4th to 9th In Tamil Nadu

September 06 Inaugural Mass of Parish feast, Singampuneri

September 08 Feast day Mass at Arogya Annai Shrine, Vadipatti

September 09 Thirtieth day Mass for Fr. Martin, St. Charles’ seminary, Trichy

September 11 Arnold Bhavan Unit meeting, Alwal

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September 16&17 Formation board meeting, Atma Darshan, Andheri

September 18&19 Provincial Forum meeting, Atma Darshan, Andheri

Provincial Council meeting, Andheri

September 20 VIVAT meeting, Atma Darshan, Andheri

September 27 CRI executive meeting, Jeevan Jyothi, Begumpet

OCTOBER

October 01 to 06 INH province retreat, Arnold Bhavan

October 16 Provincial Council Meeting, Arnold Bhavan

October 20 to 26 ASPAC zonal assembly, Tagatay, Philippines

October 28 to 29 Diamond Jubilee of DWS, Pune.

November 08 Provincial Council Meeting (Institution Budget), Arnold Bhavan

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

September October 02 – Bernard M. 08 – Thuruthimattom

10 – Bandanadham Jojappa 10 – Rajesh Soreng

19 – Maxim Fernandes 13 – Stanislaus S.M

28 – Joe Faustin 15 – Antony Joseph

28 – Wenceslaus 19 – Minz Florence

28 – S. Valan 23 – C. Adaikala Raj (EIP)

Fr. Antony Joseph SVD

Provincial Superior – INH

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