3102 With God, all things are possible
austraLasia #3102
With God, all things are possible
HENDERSON:
25 July
2012 -- Nearly 60 boys spent
a very reflective
weekend at Don Bosco Technical Institute, Henderson on 20th
and 21st
July, 2012 making their Retreat, entitled: ‘With God all
things are
possible.’
The Retreat, an annual feature for each class, is a welcome
extracurricular activity, attended by both staff and
students. “I
have heard from my colleagues that the retreat is a special
occasion
that touches our hearts and enables us ‘make positive
decisions’ that
are for the good of each of us”, said Moses Parkinson, Junior
Electrical student. “The retreat is a time when we
surrender our
wrongs and look forward to something better,” said Anthony
Maena,
Junior Carpentry student. “It was the first time that I
have come
across a programme that has really encouraged me to change my
bad
attitude and build up a relationship close to God,” said Jacob
Lihu,
Junior Electrical student.
Fr Srimal Priyanga sdb, Spiritual Moderator, highlighted
temptations
that draw the youngsters away from their original goal.
Reflecting on them and sharing their past experiences has
helped them
process their negative experiences and with mutual help and
support. He organized the retreat with the help of the
class
advisors. A number of SRC members animated the singing
and the
liturgy, while some of the women cooked the food for the
programme.
At the Eucharistic celebration, Fr. Ambrose Pereira encouraged
the
students to reflect on their life and make, then keep good
resolutions
for their future that will enable them raise the profile of
their
companions and families. He presented to them the
example of Pita
To Rot, the young Melanesian catechist martyred for the faith
during
World War II. He was committed to building up his people
through the
sacraments, especially the sacrament of the Eucharist and
Marriage. He encouraged all to be good examples to
others.
It was wonderful to note that the students spent this time in
reflection, sharing and prayer. “I have had the courage
to share
my experiences and this will change my attitude too”, said
Moses
Parkinson.
The film on Mother Teresa, screened after supper, for
reflection and
inspiration showed clearly that when one does good there are
many
others who begin to put a stop to evil. Mother Teresa
kep
constantly in touch with God to deal with all opposition.
