Udup: Community Day Celebrated in Assisi Nilaya, Moodubelle
By Ashwin Lawrence
Bellevision Media Network
Udupi/M’belle, 12 Nov 2013:Community Day was celebrated in the Assisi Nilaya, Naalkubeedhi on Monday, 11 November 2013 in the evening. Director of Assisi Nilaya, Rev. Fr. Robert Lasrado(OFM-Cap) presided over the function. Rev.Fr. Anil Sunil(OFM-Cap) and Rev. Fr. Valerian D’Silva (OFM-Cap) were also present.
In his message to the brothers, Rev. Fr. Robert Lasrado explained the meaning of community life. He narrated the life and teachings of St. Francis of Assisi and explained how he founded the orders for the men, women and laity and how he taught the members of these three orders to live community life. He highlighted the importance of community life in the society to develop feelings of togetherness and cooperation.
Fr. Anil Sunil also spoke on community life in relation to Franciscan community.
The brothers of Assisi Nilaya presented a group song led by Br. Rohna. Two skits were also presented by Br. Savari and group and Br. Simon and group.
The prayer song was sung by Br. Deepak and group. Br. Melroy welcomed the gathering and Br. Merwin proposed the vote of thanks.