Regional Youth Convention Cross Journey in the Diocese of Shimoga 

Shivamogga,  July 26, 2025: The Yuvamitra Youth Commission of the Diocese of Shimoga is organizing a Regional Youth Convention Cross journey, visiting various parishes across the diocese. The diocese, which comprises Shivamogga, Davanagere, and Chitradurga districts, is divided into four deaneries: Vianney Deanery, Little Flower Deanery, Holy Family Deanery, and Mount Carmel Deanery.

On July 25, 2025, the youth of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Church, Kargal, Sagar Taluk, Shivamogga, hosted a meaningful Taizé prayer with the Regional Youth Convention Cross. Diocesan Youth Director, Fr. Franklin D’Souza, led the prayer, which was made possible with the help of Parish Priest Fr. Lawrence D’Souza and the parish youth.

After the Taizé prayer, the Cross was venerated, and Fr. Franklin D’Souza led a blessing prayer. This moment was a highlight of the event, invoking divine blessings on the youth and the parish.

Parish Priest Fr. Lawrence D’Souza expressed his gratitude to Fr. Franklin D’Souza and all those who contributed to the success of the program. The event was a wonderful opportunity for the youth to come together in prayer and fellowship, deepening their faith and connection with one another.