Udaipur Diocese in Jubilee Yātra

In a significant event marking the Jubilee Yātra, the priests of Udaipur, Rajasthan, under the leadership of His Excellency Most Rev. Devprasad John Ganawa SVD, the Bishop of Udaipur, dedicated a momentous day to the reading of 35 Council Notebooks on February 10, 2024. The event took place as part of the Year of Learning, a pivotal aspect of the Jubilee celebrations, aiming to deepen the understanding and spiritual growth of the community.

At the inaugural address, Most Rev. Devprasad John Ganawa SVD, Bishop of Udaipur, emphasised the importance of utilising the Year of Learning as an opportunity to sow seeds of insight in the hearts of the lay faithful. He expressed that these insights, gleaned from the Council Notebooks, should be planted as seeds, with the expectation of a bountiful harvest at the culmination of the Jubilee year.

"The Year of Learning is not just about acquiring knowledge; it's about sharing it, nurturing it, and allowing it to flourish within the hearts of our community. Today, as our priests delve into the Council Notebooks, we are sowing the seeds of wisdom, hoping for a rich harvest of spiritual growth and understanding," remarked Bishop Devprasad John Ganawa.

The event witnessed the active participation of priests from various parishes and institutions across Udaipur, collectively engaged in reading and reflecting upon the Council Notebooks. These notebooks, containing valuable insights and teachings, are an integral part of the Jubilee celebrations, serving as a guide for the faithful in their spiritual journey.

"I have taken a resolution to take the Four Constitutions of the Second Vatican Council for my personal study and pastoral application," said a participant at the end of the session.

As the Jubilee Yatra unfolds, the Udaipur Diocese remains committed to fostering a culture of learning, reflection, and spiritual development among its members. The Year of Learning is not only a time for personal enrichment but also a collective effort to strengthen the spiritual fabric of the community.

In the coming months, the Udaipur Diocese will organize a series of events, workshops, and initiatives centered around the Jubilee theme, ensuring that the Year of Learning becomes a transformative experience for all. The reading of the Council Notebooks signifies a crucial step in this journey, setting the tone for a year of profound spiritual growth and community enrichment.

The event was animated by the National Facilitating Team of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) for the Ordinary Jubilee 2024, and was powered by Communio, an initiative that is engaged in prayer, solidarity, and mission.