Dignitaries who attended the biennial conference of CAA.
Pfutsero, February 2 (MExN): The Chakhesang Catholic Association (CCA) held its biennial conference at Holy Family Church, Pfutsero on February 1, under the theme “Fight the Good Fight of Faith.” Delegates from five parishes in Phek district attended the event, which aimed to strengthen faith and foster unity within the community.
The conference commenced with a prayer led by Rev. Fr. Cyprian Lobo S.J., Ecclesiastical Assistant to the CCA. In his welcome address, CCA President Nuvesayi Edward Hoshi greeted the delegates and set the tone for the day’s deliberations.
In the first session, Rev. Fr. Vemedo Joseph Kezo, Parish Priest of Mary Help of Christian Cathedral, Kohima, served as the resource person. He delivered an in-depth discourse on the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church, with a particular focus on Baptism, the Eucharist, and Reconciliation. Highlighting Baptism as the foundation of Christian life, he emphasized its role in initiating believers into their spiritual journey. He reaffirmed the Catholic belief in transubstantiation in the Eucharist and stressed the importance of receiving Holy Communion with reverence. On the Sacrament of Reconciliation, he encouraged the faithful to seek God’s mercy through confession and to embrace repentance and spiritual renewal.
A panel discussion in the afternoon session, themed “Together We Build and Nurture Our Parishes for Growth,” featured a distinguished panel of speakers including Neingulie Michael Krome, Deputy Secretary, Home Department, Government of Nagaland, Er. Khrotso John Koza, Executive Engineer, Water Resource Department, Rekha Rose Dukru, Social Worker and Entrepreneur, and Rev. Fr. Anthony Rozu, Principal, St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Chumoukedima. The discussion was moderated by Vina Anita Nukhu, Assistant Professor at Government College, Pfutsero, and centered on collective efforts to strengthen parishes. The panelists shared insights and proposed various measures to enhance parish development and community engagement.
Adding a cultural touch to the conference, St. Xavier’s Church, Zhavame, and St. Mary’s Church, Lozaphuhu, presented traditional folk tunes, celebrating the rich heritage of the Chakhesang community.
A key highlight of the event was the blessing and dedication of the newly elected CCA team for the 2025–27 tenure, led by Rev. Fr. Vemedo Joseph Kezo. The newly appointed office bearers include President Sulupoyi Sebastian, Vice-Presidents Veluhu Anthony, Wezotsonyi Thopi, Vetsutso Paul, Chasu Charles Krocha, and Zashehu James, representing the five parishes. The General Secretary is Zhovi Dukru, while Pupetso Wezah serves as the Assistant General Secretary. John Vedutso has been appointed Treasurer, Sapunyi Richard as Finance Secretary, Sekhotso Samuel as Press Secretary, and Martha Dukru as Spokesperson. The Social and Cultural Secretary is Kopelo Dominic Letou, and Nuvesayi Edward will serve as the Representative to the Catholic Association of Nagaland. Rev. Fr. Cyprian Lobo S.J. remains the Ecclesiastical Assistant.
