The annual retreat was organized for the priests
of the Diocese of Chikmagalur on Monday,
22-07-2024 at CMSSS, the Social Service Center
of the Diocese, Hassan.
Rev. Fr John Kusumalayam OP, from Bangalore, was
the facilitator for the retreat. He engaged with
the themes as follows:
Priestly life a call to be a life of Holiness
Priestly life a call to Word of God
Priestly life a call to Life of Integrity
Priestly life a call to Servant Leadership
Priestly life a call to be a Prophet
Priestly life a call to be a Healer
Priestly life a call to life of Joy
The talks were profound and deeply Theological
and Biblical. It helped us to have a personal
encounter with God. The time of retreat brought
renewal, refreshment and increased our zeal to
serve for Christ. Rev. Fr Ronald Cardoza thanked
the retreat preacher with the words of
appreciation. He was honored by Rt Rev. Dr T.
Anthony Swamy, the Bishop of Chikmagalur. All
the priests praised the retreat preacher for his
insights and Director Rev. Fr R Shanthraj and
Disignated Director Rev. Fr Alwyn D'Souza and
the staff of CMSSS for the meticulous
arrangements. The retreat ended on 26-07-2024,
Friday, at 10.30 am.
