Church inaugurated in Zhadi-2

New church under the patronage of Sacred Heart was blessed by Bishop of Kohima, Rev. Dr. James Thoppil and inaugurated by commissioner & secretary, F. P. Solo on July 5.
In his speech, chief guest Solo congratulated and appreciated “the small catholic community in the village” for their team work towards building the church. Solo said that “the Holy sacrifice of the mass is the most effective form of worship and prayer” adding that the rosary prayer has been the “cause of innumerable miracles, conversions and victories”.
Bishop of Kohima in his homily praised the people of Zhadi-2 “for the collaboration, hard work, to build up this magnificent church of God”.
He further reminded that “it is the Christians who are the real temple, the living temple of the Holy Spirit” and said that “external worship in the church will not give glory to God” except for human satisfaction only.
In his homily, Rev. Fr. Carolus Neisalhou explained the difference between temple and synagogues saying the former was connected with Jewish culture while the latter with religion proper and exhorted the people “to use the church truly to worship God”.
Earlier, welcome address was accorded by director, Ave Maria centre, Zhadima village, Rev. Fr. Sonny. Besides songs, presentations were given to those who helped to build the church. Neichulie Clement proposed the vote of thanks and Rev. Fr. Anto gave the final benediction. Khriesangulie Dominic, Vibeizolie Denis and Tenyichunuo Teresa anchored the program.