Changing the face of the Youth

About Jesus Youth

Jesus Youth is an international Catholic youth movement with a Charismatic spirituality. It had its beginnings in Kerala (India), but is now active in many different countries throughout the world. Jesus Youth is an initiative of young people themselves, who, filled with the Holy Spirit try to reach out to other young people. The strength of the movement is its special focus on a life centred on the Lord Jesus Christ; beginning with an experience of God, nourished by prayer, the Word of God, the sacraments and fellowship, and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ with others. Though not an actual community, Jesus Youth is a network of small but vibrant groups of young people. In their own life situations, they strive to give time to the Lord, responding to the challenges of today's world in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Jeevan – 2007 Udaipur

It was a three day retreat for the teenagers & youth of Ambapada, a village 42 km away from Banswara. The retreat was organized by Jesus Youth Udaipur, from 26th January to 28th January. The Program was Co-ordinated by Miss Sheeba Scaria. About 92 youth from ambapada parish participated in this retreat. Along with 9 volunteers Rosebella, Joyce, Jaison, Akhil, Kevin, Tijo, Anoop & Gulab from Udaipur.The resource person for this retreat was Rajan Uncle from Baroda.

The first day program began with Procession & Rosary. Then Mass celebrated by Fr. Danty, Director of Diocesan Youth, Udaipur (main celebrant) and Fr. Siby. That was followed by Ice breaking Ceremony and the sessions of Rajan Uncle, who spoke about God's infinite and unfathomable love for mankind.

The second day was the day of Repentance. The Youth were made aware of various types of sins & God's forgiveness through Repentance. During the confession all experienced God's forgiveness and felt light like a butterfly. The adoration of the Blessed Sacrament touched many. Many Youth who were away from God, experienced God's love & forgiveness.

The last day was the day of inner healing, which was started with the Mass celebrated by Fr. William D’souza,(Principal St. Paul’s School, Banswara).After mass there was a session conducted by Rajan uncle on inner-healing . The program was concluded with an adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

Altogether, this retreat was a grand success. Everyone experienced God’s love & his mighty presence.

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