HARD WORK AND RELAXATION

The Sumedhans completed the various modules of the Sadhana. The last was a 9-day intensive group therapy experience.

They were divided into two groups. One group was led by Dr. Jose Parappully, the Director of Sumedha Centre and the other by Dr. Johny Dominic Padinjar, the Assistant Director of the Centre.

The day after the group therapy concluded, the Sumedhans went on a picnic to the Lakes. They were accompanied by the resident faculty of the Centre.

The group visited the three lakes in the neighbourhood – Naukuchiatal, Bhimtal and Sattal and also the famous “Bell” Temple dedicated to Golu Dev and the organic Tea Garden at Ghorakhal.

The Sumedhans have further two days to relax before they enter into the 6-day spiritual retreat.

FAREWELL TO FR GEORGE MALAYIL

Sumedha Centre bid farewell to Fr. George Malayil on Monday 15th June.

Fr. Malayil was the Bursar at Sumedha Centre for the last three years. During his time he endeared himself to the participants of the Sumedha programmes, group after group, through his compassion, sensitivity, availability and helpfulness.

He also showed great enthusiasm for pastoral ministry. He was ever willing to help with various ministries at the parish church next door.

He also endeared himself to the neighbours through his compassionate presence among them and his helpfulness.

The Sumedhans organised  farewell party for Fr. Malayil on Saturday 13th at which he regaled them with his many jokes, something that he does at every festive gatherings.

On 15th morning Fr. Malayil presided at the farewell Eucharist solemnized by the Sumedhans.

Fr. Malyil is taking up his new assignment as Administrator at Don Bosco, Najafgarh, Delhi.

Sumedha Centre will miss Fr. Malayil and wishes him all the best.