Don Bosco Youth Services - INP

The Marian Knights 24 event was held on 20th October 2024 at Don Bosco Animation Centre Benaulim, with great enthusiasm, bringing together 15 teams (from various parishes and groups associated with Don Bosco) across Goa. The programme commenced at 4:20 pm, setting a vibrant tone for the evening. The event was organized by the Don Bosco Youth Paschers Movement.  The evening began with a heartfelt prayer service led by Noah, invoking the blessings of God and the intercession of our Holy Mother. The participants faithfully took part in the prayer service and experienced the presence of God among them. Fr. Austin extended a warm welcome to all participants, expressing gratitude for their presence. Fr. Simao officially declared the Marian Knights 24 open, marking the start of an evening filled with love, fellowship and strong spirits of participation. Fr. Austin then provided an insightful introductory note on Don Bosco Youth Services. He emphasized the role of the Don Bosco Youth Servi...

On October 13th, 2024, Don Bosco Youth Services (DBYS) conducted a dynamic two-hour session focused on Team and Community Building for the young girls at the Carmelite Hostel in Nuvem, Goa. The session was attended by 29 participants from across India, predominantly from North East India, representing diverse religions and cultural backgrounds. This diversity added a unique vibrancy to the gathering, creating an enriching environment for all involved. The session was packed with fun games, engaging activities, and energetic action songs, which served as a means to foster teamwork, build relationships, and create a sense of community among the participants. Through these activities, the girls not only enjoyed themselves but also learned the importance of collaboration and mutual support. Fr. Austin (SDB), who animated the session, encouraged the young girls to view themselves as part of a larger team, a family, where each person has a unique and important role to play. He emphasized the...

On 12th October (10 PM) to 13th October (6 AM), Don Bosco Youth Services organized an engaging Youth Night Vigil for the youth of Penha de Franca, Britona, bringing together 33 young participants. The event was led by Fr. Maria Selvam (SFX), the assistant parish priest. The vigil began with two hours of benediction, animated by Fr. Ronald (SDB), Benjamin, and Jesus Lee. Through powerful praise and worship, the youth were deeply immersed in the spiritual experience, savoring every moment. Fr. Austin (SDB) then guided the group through a time of reflection and preparation for confessions. It was heartening to see the young people make sincere confessions, fully embracing the sacrament of Reconciliation. In the later part of the vigil, the youth led the Stations of the Cross, incorporating technology to present topics relevant to their lives. This creative approach helped them reflect on their personal journeys. The vigil concluded with the celebration of the Sunday Eucharist. The youth a...

On the 2nd of October 2024, the Don Bosco Youth Services (INP) organized an exhilarating sports championship at the Don Bosco FATORDA Ground, bringing together the vibrant energy and competitive spirit of young athletes. With 12 boys' teams and 6 girls' teams participating, this event was a dynamic display of talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Boys’ Football Championship: The boys' football tournament witnessed intense competition, culminating in Don Bosco Benaulim 1 being crowned champions, while MBBS Paliem earned the runners-up title. The final match, which ended 0-0 during regular play, was decided by a penalty shootout. Don Bosco Benaulim clinched victory with a 3-1 scoreline, thanks to their key scorers: - Sheadon Rodrigues - Klyne Fernandes - Vishal Karmakar MBBS Paliem’s solitary penalty goal came from Manjunath Harijan, but it wasn’t enough to stop Don Bosco Benaulim from lifting the trophy. Girls' Tennikoit Final: The girls' Tennikoit final was equally e...