From May 22 to May 24, 2026, the Northern Mission Zone (NMZ) Youth Convention was held at Nitya Sahayak Mata Church (Mother of Perpetual Help Church), Kemtatoli Parish. Youth from Kalunga, Kemtatoli, and Pandripani parishes participated in this joyful gathering. Altogether, 314 youth took part in the convention.
The theme of the convention was: “Youth with Jesus: Walking in Holiness and Service.” The main aim of the program was to help the youth grow in faith, strengthen friendship, and learn about important social issues.
Day One: Opening and Inauguration
The program began with the lighting of candles by Fr. Sameer Kujur, C.Ss.R., Coordinator of NMZ and Parish Priest of Kalunga, along with Redemptorist priests: Fr. Deepak Bage, Fr. Promod Tigga, Fr. Anthony Soy, Fr. Prakash Minz, Fr. Ranjit Minz, Fr. Camil Dungdung, and guest priests. They encouraged the youth to take part actively in all the sessions.
The first day ended with a drama on the life of St. Gerard Majella, performed by the youth of Kalunga Parish. After that, all joined in prayer and rosary, followed by discussion for the next day.
Day Two: Formation and Fellowship
The day started with Holy Mass, celebrated by Fr. Prakash Minz, Parish Priest of Kemtatoli. During the homily, Fr. Deepak Bage, C.Ss.R. reflected on the theme, “Youth with Jesus: Walking in Holiness and Service.” He encouraged the youth to remain strong in faith and live good moral lives.
Miss Neha, Youth President of Kemtatoli Parish, the Master of Ceremony, led the day’s program and introduced the speakers. The first session was led by Bro. Sushil, who spoke about character building, personality development, inter-faith marriages, and walking in holiness and service. Then Fr. Paul Kerketta spoke about career building, time management, and job opportunities. Later, Fr. Deepak Bage, C.Ss.R., and Fr. Camil Dungdung, C.Ss.R., led the youth in action songs and fun games. This creative session helped everyone feel united and refreshed.
In the evening, everyone gathered for Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament, led by Kalunga Youth and Fr. Camil Dungdung. The reflection theme was Matthew 5:14, “You Are the Light of the World.” It was a peaceful prayer time that helped the youth reflect and reconnect with God. Later, each parish presented Prayer Dance and Cultural Dance in Munda, Kishan, and Kharia traditions. The day ended with everyone joining together in the tribal Sailo Dance.
Day Three: Reflection and Conclusion
The third day began with Holy Mass, celebrated by Fr. Camil Dungdung, while Fr. Sameer Kujur preached on the theme: “Same Spirit, New Generation: Pentecost is Now.” He spoke about how today’s youth search for identity and purpose in life, and how they should walk with Jesus in holiness and service.
After breakfast, there was a time for evaluation and sharing of experiences. The youth also discussed how future Redemptorist Youth Conventions can be improved. This session was led by Neha, Youth President of Kemtatoli Parish. The efforts of all the priests, brothers, and organizers made the program spiritually meaningful and educational. Through Holy Mass, prayer, discussions, games, cultural activities, and fellowship, the convention helped the youth grow in faith, unity, service, and love for Christ.
This Youth Convention was truly a blessing and inspired everyone to continue walking with Jesus.
Fr. Camil Dungdung, C.Ss.R.
