Meluri, January 9 (MExN): Preparations are ongoing at St. Xavier Parish Meluri, Phek as the Pochury Catholic Women Association (PCWA) celebrates its Silver Jubilee (1992-2017). According to a press release, construction of the convention hall is at full swing while the choir spend their whole day practicing the jubilee songs. The 11th session cum Silver Jubilee of PCWA will be celebrated from January 13 to 16 with the theme “The reward for doing good is life” (Proverbs 10:16) at St. Xavier Parish Church Meluri.
The jubilee feast on January 15 will be celebrated with Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, Bishop of Kohima as the main celebrant. The main speakers for the event will be Rev. Fr. Jaison, Director, Pastoral Centre who will speak on “Mothers as the instrument of change” while Vilanuo Angela, President, Nagaland Catholic Women Association, will speak on “Power and responsibility of women”.
The 4-day session cum Silver Jubilee celebration will be marked with rosary prayers, rosary procession, and cultural programmes besides other activities.