Walking with Mary, the Star of Evangelization: Bishop Visits BEC Units at Ashiana, Sector 26, Panchkula.
On the beautiful feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs) of Little Flower Church, Panchkula, at Ashiana, Sector 26, experienced a special moment of grace and pastoral accompaniment with the visit of Most Rev. Dr. Sahaya Thatheus Thomas, Bishop of Simla-Chandigarh Diocese.
The Bishop spent time with the community and prayed together with the BEC members, making his visit a meaningful expression of communion, faith and pastoral care.
His presence brought great joy and encouragement to the faithful, who warmly welcomed him and were deeply touched by his prayerful presence among them.
Reflecting on the feast, the Bishop highlighted the Blessed Virgin Mary as a model of faith, discipleship and missionary commitment, and as the Star of Evangelization.
He encouraged the young people and the entire community to look to Mary as an example of humble service, openness to God’s will and courageous witness to Christ.
Emphasizing the importance of Basic Ecclesial Communities, the Bishop exhorted the faithful to keep alive the spirit of the early Christian communities through the BECs. He encouraged them to grow together in prayer, fellowship, mutual care, faith-sharing and service, so that the BECs may truly become vibrant communities of Christian life and effective instruments of evangelization.
The Bishop’s visit strengthened the sense of belonging and unity among the BEC members and inspired them to deepen their commitment to building a living and missionary Church in their neighbourhoods.
The gathering concluded joyfully with a fellowship meal, providing a beautiful opportunity for the Bishop and the community to share fraternity and celebrate their faith together.
The visit will remain a cherished moment for the BECs of Ashiana (4 Units about 150 members), inspiring them to walk forward with renewed faith and missionary enthusiasm, guided by Mary, the Star of Evangelization, and committed to keeping alive the spirit of the early Christian community.
Bhai Ashmit & Bhai Rohit
Youth BEC Coordinators
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