CAN’s Triennial Convention in Dimapur

Thirty three years of existence of Catholic Association of Nagaland (CAN) began with triennial convention at Holy Cross Hall, Dimapur.
In a press note by Bishop’s secretary Fr. Thomas Toretkiu, Holy Eucharistic celebration was officiated by Holy Cross, Dimapur parish priest Rev. Fr. P. J. Thomas. Chief Conferrer Bishop of Kohima Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, in his speech dealt with the teaching of the Church on the role and duties of the laity in the Church. The laity were called in a special way to make the Church present and operative in those places and circumstances where only through them can she become the salt of the earth, he added. The bishop also released the second book of Vekupa Rhakho, titled as Towards Meaningful Living.
Loyola Hr. Sec. School, Jakhama prinicpal Rev. Fr. Victor SJ spoke on the dignity of human person, applying the teaching in the concrete situation in Nagaland. 
The Principle of Solidarity (towards strengthening the society) was dealt with by, SDB, Sacred Heart Theological College, Shillong professor Rev. Dr. James Poonthuruthil. Rector of Good Shepherd seminary Fr. Chacko spoke on principle of Stewardship and Care for Creation.