On the 22nd August 2019, MSJ witnessed the celebration of Diamond Jubilee of its existence with a large number of Jesuits and non-Jesuits in attendance. Archbishop Peter Machado of Bangalore Archdiocese presided over the Mass and preached a homily. A sumptuous meal prepared by Mr Joachim Vaz, the dad of Fr Joyson was served to around 325 people.
A short program was organized after the Mass. On this occasion,
i. an exhibition on Fr Pedro Arrupe was held at the Aula;
ii. Shalom Jesuit Listening Centre marked the beginning;
iii. "My Soul Magnifies the Lord," souvenir of the jubilee was released;
iv. 7 of our co-workers who worked at Mount for more than 25 years were honored;
v. “Mount Melodies” a new hymnal saw its light;
vi. www.dhyanashrama.in website of the Dhyanashrama Retreat House inaugurated.
Every member of the community worked hard in one way or the other to make this occasion smooth, solemn and stupendous. [OV]
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