Deanery Coordinators for Liturgy
South Mumbai                         Fr Aniceto Nazareth, Dabul
North Mumbai                         Fr Xavier Rodrigues, Worli
Bandra                                     Fr Byron Mendonca, Bandra
Central Suburbs                       Fr Lawrence D’Souza, Vakola
Andheri                                    Fr Reuben Tellis, Amboli
Borivli                                      Fr Venancio Mascarenhas, Borivli (E)
Bhayandar (Mar)                     Fr Hilary Fernandes, Uttan
Bhayandar (Eng)                     Fr Robert Ivan D’Souza, Mira Road
Kurla                                        Fr Stephen Maria, Jeri Meri
                                                Fr Christopher Pereira, Parksite
Thane                                      Fr Norbert Fernandes, Kalyan
Navi Mumbai                          Fr Raphael Mordom, Vashi
Raigad                                     Fr Calistus Fernandes, Karjat

JPC Award for Best Practices
As part of its endeavour to care for creation, JPC is instituting an award for the best practices in environmental protection and conservation. Parishes and religious institutions [schools, colleges, orphanages] in the Archdiocese of Bombay that have undertaken initiatives such as energy conservation, wealth from waste, community awareness on environmental protection, etc. are requested to send information about their work. The initiatives will be judged by a team of environmentalists. The details may be sent to Justice and Peace Commission, St Pius X College, Aarey Road, Goregaon East, Mumbai 400 063.

Rev. Fr D G D’Almeida Educational Fund
Applications are invited from East Indian Students for the award of the Rev Fr D.G. D’Almeida Scholarships/ Freeships and Loans to enable them to pursue higher studies in various fields, including Ecclesiastical Studies. Scholarships 2009-2010 : Applications for the year 2009-2010 from students who have passed the SSC/HSC/Graduates at the first attempt, with a minimum 60 per cent marks are eligible to apply. (conditions apply)
Freeships: Students who have passed the SSC/HSC/Graduates/Post Graduates from a recognised Board/University and are proceeding for higher studies, and whose family income does not exceed Rs 2.5 lakhs are invited to apply. (Conditions apply)
Application forms are available with the Hon. Secretary, Ms Lucille Rodrigues, Cled-N-Holm, 15th Road, TPS III, Bandra, Mumbai 50 or any of the following Trustees: Mr Vivian Pereira, Victoria Cottage, St Sebastian Colony, Bandra Tel. 26425015; Mr Jude H Gomes, 4 Kostka House, 31-A Pali Road, Bandra Tel. 2642 4011; Prof Lilla D’Souza, D’Souza Bungalow, 67c B.S.Road, Dadar (W). Tel. 2422 8852.
Last date for submission of Application Forms together with all the relevant Certificates is October 30, 2010. The Trustees will consider only applications of deserving candidates of East Indian parentage whose forms must be accompanied by the appropriate Certificates, and for other students from the East Indian community who desire to proceed for higher university education or even ecclesiastical studies.

World Community for Christian Meditation
A half-day programme of Discourses and Meditation will held at St Joseph’s Primary School Hall (first floor), Bandra, on Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 9.30 a.m. to 12 noon. It is meant to deepen appreciation of the daily practice of meditation and to support one another as we meditate and pray in the Community of Silence. Newcomers and those who have a fleeting interest in the practice are also welcome. There is no charge, but a voluntary contribution will be accepted to meet incidental expenses. You can avail of weekly readings on Christian Meditation by contacting wccm2010@gmail.com.

Faith Celebrated - North (East) Mumbai
On August 22, 2010, 194 children of Std. V & VI, from the Sunday schools of seven different parishes met together at Don Bosco School, Matunga. They were accompanied by 18 teachers.
The theme of the programme was “God’s Wonderful Creation”. The celebration began with a meaningful Eucharist celebrated by Fr Wilfred D’Souza, sdb, who emphasised several points about God’s creation. The liturgy was prepared by St Dominic Savio’s (Wadala East) and the choir by St Paul’s (Dadar). The backdrop was designed by Our Lady of Dolours (Wadala West). A lively ice-breaker session “Bombing the Seasons” was organised by Our Lady of Fatima (Sewri). Christabelle Godinho of St Dominic Savio presented an informative and interesting session on “Importance and Appreciation of God’s Creation” Michelle D’Souza of Our Lady of Dolours presented “My Faith Response to God’s Creation”. The children were very attentive and actively participated in the whole programme.

Justice Sunday celebrations
The Church in India celebrated Justice Sunday on August 22, 2010. On the occasion, JPC Mumbai held a seminar at St Pius X College. Representatives from various parishes in the archdiocese attended. Fr Allwyn D’Silva, chairperson, JPC, welcomed the gathering and introduced the theme of the programme, “Ecological Crisis: A Justice Issue”. Referring to the mandate God gave to humankind (Gen. 2:15), he said that as stewards of creation we have to use the earth’s resources judiciously. Fr Lancy Pinto then spoke at length on the theme. He said that earlier concerns about the environment focused on pollution and its effects on the natural world. It was the Dunkel Draft of 1992 that drew attention to the fact that economics and ecology were interlinked, and that the balance between the two was, therefore, a justice issue.
Next, there was a talk show on the issues that affect Mumbai city, moderated by Bro Joshua D’Souza. There were renowned speakers. Gordon D’Souza, editor-Spotlight, talked about SEZ. Vera Alvares, social activist, spoke about the ALM movement in Bandra. Kalpana Dabre of Pariyavaran Suraksha Kendra related the efforts that have been made in Our Lady of Nazareth Church and School to involve schoolchildren and the community in caring for the environment. Pari Selvan, social activist, explained the dynamics of development as experienced by the people of Dharavi. Fr Allwyn summed up the proceedings of the evening and invited those present to participate in the efforts of JPC to spread awareness on the ecological crisis.

YOUTHSAV 2010
250 youth participated in ‘Youthsav 2010’ organised by the Legion of Mary, Mumbai Regia on August 29. The theme was ‘JESUS CONNECTING PEOPLE’.
Fr Lincoln Rebello enlightened the Youth on “Relationship with God and others“ and gave them Ten Commandments for Friendship practical for today’s world. He explained the autobiography of a coconut as a metaphor for the human mind with group discussions.
Adele Pereira, trained by the Archdiocesan Family Commission, spoke on ‘Secret to Happiness’ touching topics like accepting one’s sexuality, God in the midst of intimacy, and the blunt difference between marriage and live-in relationships.
Two seminarians and five novices gave heartwarming sharing of the Lord’s Call. The Youth enjoyed gospel music played by the Gospel band G-SUS. His Lordship Bishop Bosco Penha celebrated the Holy Eucharist. His love for the youth was very apparent. The Youth were left with fond memories and newfound friends.

Catholic Bible Institute Annual Course
A four weeks’ Bible course was conducted at Vinayalaya Retreat House from Aug 2-28. A total of 24 participants came from Mumbai, Delhi, Kerala, Vijayawada, Varanasi, Ranchi, Goa and from Holland, Hungary, Cambodia, Myanmar and Dubai.
The first week was devoted to the Old Testament and the next three weeks to the New Testament. Fr Fio Mascarenhas, Dr Renu Silvano and their team did an excellent job of imparting in-depth knowledge of the Scriptures, by a practical and pragmatic approach which offered clarity of understanding. There was energy, excitement and enthusiasm in lapping up the Word of God. The daily schedule was tight, with six hours of lectures daily, along with the Eucharist, private study, biblical prayer of the Church, and fellowship.

Bandra hosp gets city’s first hybrid cath lab
A cardiac patient now has the option to immediately undergo a surgery if his angiograph shows that he requires it. Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, on August 29, inaugurated the first hybrid cath lab of the city at Holy Family Hospital in Bandra. Dr Brian Pinto, head of cardiology at the hospital said, “The Cath Lab enables real-time diagnosis, interventional procedures and open surgery. If an artery is suddenly ruptured during a small procedure, a patient who would earlier be moved to an operation theatre, can now undergo a corrective procedure in the same room.” The lab can be used for planned surgeries too. Dr Pinto added there are many hybrid combination procedures that can be performed in this cath lab.
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September Music Programmes
Tontrio – Julia Kraus, piano, Karlotta Schmied, violin, Daniel Haverkamp, cello. Saturday, September 4th, Experimental Theatre 7 p.m.
Duo Eben – Lukas Zeman, baritone, Marisa Minder, guitar. September15, Godrej Dance Theatre, 7 p.m.
Symphony Orchestra of India – NCPA Chamber Players. September 21, Tata Theatre, 7 p.m.
An Andrew Lloyd Webber Gala by Soloists, the Bergen Opera Choir and the Symphony Orchestra of India - September 23 and 24, Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, 7 p.m.
Tosca – an opera in 3 Acts by Giacomo Puccini by Soloists, the Bergen Opera Choir, the Paranjoti Academy Choir and the Symphony Orchestra of India – September 28 and 30, Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, 7 p.m.

FORTHCOMING EVENTS
Jivanvikas Sadan, The Retreat House, Bandra offers:
IgnIS (Ignatian InterPlay Spirituality) Retreat - Sept. 10-12. Pathway to Inner Healing .................................Sep 27 - Oct 2
Register at least a week ahead. For more details, contact Jivan Vikas Sadan (The Retreat House), 6 Kane Road, Bandra West, Mumbai - 400 050, Tel. + 91 22 2641 6653/ 2642 2095.

Atma Darshan:
Marriage Encounter Weekend ....................... September 10-12
Psycho-Spiritual Retreat for Couples .................. Sept. 10 -12
Ageing Gracefully ................................................... Sept. 24 – 26
For details, contact: Atma Darshan, Gyan Ashram Campus, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 093. Tel: 2836 3120 / 2824 2419.

Inner Healing Retreat - Anthony Lobo, Fr Franklin Lobo C.Ss.R. and team. September 9 - 12 at Retreat House, Bandra. Rs 1000/- per person. Contact 98198 49997 / 2643 5355 / 2521 2396.

Ignatian Appetizer Retreat: Sept. 9th evening - 12th evening. Contact VINAYALAYA on 2687 2192, 2687 1975.

Don Bosco Youth Services, Matunga:
Exclusive Retreat for Catholic Working Youngsters … Sept 10-12
For details, contact: Don Bosco Youth Services – 6529 1129 – dbysmatunga@gmail.com; Fr Brian Moras – 98205 14721 – bmoras@gmail.com; Fr Glennford Lowe – 98921 76500 – loweglenn.sdb@gmail.com