Shillong, Oct 5: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has made a call for unity and inclusiveness while attending silver jubilee celebration of the Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) in Kerala.
Urging the youth to bridge divides and serve inclusively, he said “Let this jubilee be the fire that reignites your spirit, the challenge that sharpens your purpose, and the call that sets your feet in motion. Lead with boldness, serve with humility, and shine with the light of Christ.”
The Holy Mass was celebrated by Cardinal Felipe of Goa and President of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) at the Divine Retreat Centre.
Congratulating ICYM on its 25 years of service and leadership, Sangma emphasised the importance of courageous witness and living out one’s faith in every sphere of life.
He urged the youth to be beacons of hope, to stand tall in the face of challenges, and to use their platforms to amplify truth, justice, and compassion.
He praised the ICYM for forging leaders of integrity, building bridges of compassion, and inspiring a culture of service.
He encouraged the youth to prioritize wellness, pursue practical skills, and use technology as an instrument of truth and kindness.
Urging the youth to use digital era to build, not break, he said, “Harness social entrepreneurship to uplift the marginalized. Leverage global connections to think big and act locally”.
The Chief Minister also congratulated the ICYM on its Silver Jubilee celebrations and appealed to the youth to be changemakers in the Church, country, and world.
