Mysterious Gal Wid Long Hair.....

I was standing on the corridor

Talking to a group of youngsters

All of a sudden I get a glimpse

Of a mysterious gal walking by….

She was no ordinary gal

For she had beautiful long

Golden browny hair

She was walking and walking high

And she disappeared from my sight

I thought for a moment

Was she for real? Was her beauty for real?

Collecting my senses I excused myself

And went in search of this pretty pearl

Well, I thought that she wasn’t for sure

Or maybe I missed her for she was not true

But NO I did see her,

I seen her with a confused face

As though she lost her road

Wondering where to go,

I couldn’t stop myself

And so I made my move

With a blushful smile

She did respond

With a spontaneous smile

I asked her out of nowhere

But somewhere from my history

Could I take a picture, a picture of your hair

At first she did hesitate

Coz I guess I m a total stranger

Not knowing who? & why?

But all the same honestly speaking

She did respect my request

And gave her hair a cute smile and nice pose

Which my mobile captured

This mirrored her great sense of kindness

I thanked her

And shared with her the reason

The reason of me loving long hair

And then we spoke,

We spoke of life, of career,

Of where we belong

Of where we are going

In our little conversation

I realized her sense of motivation

Which was so full of determination and actualization

It made me reflect of my life’s consecration

Her passion and inspiration

Comes from the life of dedication

At the end of our talk

We crossed our path and walked

Hoping for sure we’d meet one day someday,

But don’t know when and where

Our friendly interaction

Led us to long lasting loved filled connection

Hey mysterious gal

My hope filled wish is to see you tomorrow

Will you come or not

Either ways I hope

You live as your name

Not for fame or to put others to shame

But with the only aim

To live your life of love

7^th December 2014

A Song...

It was this summer,

That I met a gal,

The gal I knew since our younger days,

Never imagined tat I would meet her,

We were friends on facebook,

Thought I would never get a chance to get a look,

It was a lovely evening,

She was waiting for me at the bus stand

I was walking fast knowing that she was waiting at the stand

As soon as I took the turn of the road seen her seated

She was in a blue jeans tight fit, lemon yellow tops

Oh…Oh…..her eyes racing in the crowd to get a glimpse of whom she was waiting for

Seen her texting me….i receive a sms where r u? where r u?

I just crossed the busy street and said hieee….

Oh…my my…her bright black brownish dark eyes, her straight long shining hair,

Her brown creamish face lite with smiles all over,

Floored with thoughts, flooded my passion

Left only with the expression…WOW…oh yeah…

I knew her not like this, never like this….but I kept my thoughts to myself…

We walked still deciding to go somewhere…somewhere….

Caught a cab and she asked the driver to take us to MD…..

Yeah MD…..the place for all to feel, to feel something that is deep within….

We reached, we walked, we talked, we shared…..

We exchanged words……words filled with lots of feelings and full of expressions,

Something of the past, everything of the present, nothing of the future….

When she spoke…I could see a lot of excitement,

but I couldn’t imagine and think of all that said,

simply coz I was lost in her world of….

Of awe and wonder, frankness and simplicity, boldness and laughter

Why was she with me? What made us come together? As these were in my mind

At this time we stood still looking at the sky turning dark

And the street lights coming on

The hot cool breeze of the sea wind touching us making us feel the night

The twinkling stars and the bright moon light

Made us go out of our minds, with no reasons to think of

At this moment I felt like going on my knees

and saying those mysterious yet magical words: I LOVE U…

Then holding her tender hands,

And kissing her pleasing innocent lips

But I held back all my thoughts for they were only empty thoughts

Nothing promising nothing fulfilling

So I didn’t wanna take any step, I didn’t wanna make her feel miss me

I believe she was meant for someone

Someone who would love her more than me…..

And my love was for someone, for the someone I m still waiting…

For the someone who is beyond my imagination and understanding

Someone who is all mysterious, someone who will complete me

Someone who will love me more than I can…..

I am sorry gal hope u understand me

This confused and complicated heart of mine

For nothing is in my control

All I ask of u is to…..whenever u think of me

Ask God to bless me with “my someone”

As I do the same for U….

To Stefz

From Romz

5^th December 2014

CHRIST THE KING

I was fascinated by the explanation of the Sign of the Blessing that is why this image is used here

Today in the sermon/homily Fr Vernet Joan sdb did stress at length the truth and reality of the title “Christ the King” and its importance in the Sacred Scripture. It is interesting to note that the expression of King to Jesus is occurred most amount of time in the Sacred Scripture. Well, I believe that Jesus is the Prince, the Ruler, the King of....I think I cannot restrict myself thinking to a closed reality of....something, or someone but to the wholeness and fullness of....

This “ofness” is well summarized and reflected in the readings and psalm of today. Ezekiel tells us about the Kingship of our God. He is a shepherd who wants to pasture his flock and in the Gospel Jesus Himself makes it clear of His Kingship. I believe that this is the fundamental truth of every Human, every Christian, every Religious. An invitation and a response to Christ living; as Pope Francis himself reminds us to focus on the centrality of Christ in creation, in history, and in the life of every human person.  

Thanks to Pope Francis....

Thanks to....
Recently for our good evening thought of Fr Stephen Kuncherakatt sdb spoke of Pope Francis and his insight on and of the "Terrorism of Gossip" in which he urges the religious to wage war on. Reflecting on the same I would like to add the friends of Gossip, that is, grudge, grumble, and greed. I think that we need to replace the terror and terrorism of these above mentioned with Treaty of PEACE in which we religious can live our lives of Gospel value, Good virtues, and above all God experience.
This I think is more than important....it is necessary.....in our communities, in our charisms, in our commitments, in our convictions, and above all, in our Christ way of living our religious life.

Thanks to...
Recently I received an email from Fr Tony D' Souza sdb who shared with me his insights on the "Francis Effect" which is again a reminder that one (religious) needs to live one's life in deep Faith convictions about God and courageous consistency as a witness to Jesus Christ. And more so for us Salesians to prepare ourselves for the Bi-centenary of the Birth of Don Bosco to reflect on the General Chapter 27 to be "mystics, prophets and servants" in our Salesian Vocation & Mission.  

Pope Wishing us Love and Responsibility for Religious Life

CHurCH-chURch

Happy Feast to all of you...

Why do I wish you all its because today we remember in a special way the reason of our existence as Christian”ness“ to the whole of humanity. I am really blest to be in this community wherein every morning we have the celebration of Eucharist (Word of God & Body of Christ) being celebrated in our Church (beautiful & holy). We are blest to have on a regular basis at least 6-8 Priest (not quantity or quality but blessing and grace) on the Altar con-celebrating with the main celebrant. Today during the homily (preached by Fr Samuel Obu sdb) and the in praying of “I BELIEVE” I was reminded of the truth and the existence, of the significance and importance, of the meaningfulness and the historicity of this CHURCH which is my heavenly-earthly mother. It made me reflect on the pros n cons of my love for HER, of my commitment and faithfulness to HER (as a Christian, as a Religious). I invite you all to respect and love as Jesus Christ did, as the first Christians and Fathers of the Church did, as the Saints did, and as Mary along with the Apostles did. “We as one family of God, if we continue to love one another and to join in praising (actively contemplating and participating fully) the Most Holy Trinity – we will be faithful to the deepest vocation of the Church.” (Heb 3:6, LG # 51, CCC # 959) 

Uth @ lUv

Uth @ lUv – is an expression we franchised or rather titled our Musical Play which we staged at DIVYADAAN on the 31^st of July 2014 and on the 2^nd & 3^rd of August 2014. The script and a couple of songs were taken from the Musical Play titled Salesian Youth Movement Rocks!!! staged at Dominic Savio, Andheri for the Annual Day 2013-2014 which was written and directed by Mr. Haydn Dias (A Salesian at Heart and very much part of the Salesian Family – very patient and generous). The inception of Uth @ lUv took place in Bangalore when I was there for my Pre-Perpetual Course; wherein my roommate Cl. Michael Gaikwad SDB (simple, humble, kind, and hard working) was sharing his experience (practically daily) of staging the above mentioned SYM Rocks!!! At Andheri. And I began to think about staging this play at Divyadaan since we are into the Bi-Centenary Year of Don Bosco’s Birth Celebration. As soon as I reached Nashik, I spoke to Fr Robert Pen SDB (friendly and understanding), the Rector of Divyadaan, he along with the house council willingly gave me go for this play.

If at all SYM Rocks has taken its shape and form to Uth @ lUv is all because of Cl. Bosco Carvalho SDB (understanding and friendly, creative and loving nature, a brother and a friend), the brain and the mother behind this musical play. He wrote the lyrics and composed the songs; he gave his touch to the script by modifying it. All thanks to him for his hard work and efforts. I feel obliged to thank Fr Thomas Chalissery SDB (in getting things that we needed for the play as well as for his precision and generosity), the Administrator. And of course, how can I forget the director of the show – Bravo (excellent, great)!!! Bene (good)!!! Yeah, it’s none other than Fr Wyman Gonsalves SDB (dynamic, enthusiastic, creative, cool & calm, friend of Uth), the Prefect of Studies.

I must add here that Uth @ lUv wouldn’t have seen itself on stage, if not for the Brothers at Divyadaan. I could see and say that from the 24^th of June till the shows that we put up they gave of their best. Be it on stage, below stage and behind stage. In the process of practices and getting ready for the play I would often marvel and exclaim to myself: amazing! Wow! Ahh! Superb! Cool! Words to define and explain their touch, their talents, their team spirit will be too little to acknowledge their hard work (cum’nya bro we will do it), their efforts (seeing them put their heads together and pushing their ideas to action), their sacrifices (skipping breakfast and meals; and tea; their openness, their mark of responsibility), choir giving their touch and flavour to the solo singers and musicians (the master and the different voices), dancers (setting each second, each beat a step), stage committee (setting and changing of each scene with their briskness and the stage set up making each scene look real with their art work and creativity), the lights men (giving proper effects with the play of lights), the sound in charge (seeing to the vocal, the musicians and cast voice controlling it on the mixer), the publicity and ushers (seeing to the preparatory works as well as  welcoming each and every person to our home), make up committee (giving a brighter look to our actors),  preparing the credits and notice boards, cleaning and arranging the hall, the cleanliness of the house (inside-outside). As well as thanks to the actresses (Viviana, Nonii, Sister Novices FMA, and Sisters Supriya & Jyothi) who willingly accepted to be part of Uth @ lUv with their loving nature and grace filled presence made a difference on stage. And last but not the least my being gratuitous extends to all the communities (Salesian Training Institute, Don Bosco Bhavan & School–college, Kilbil School, Sacred Heart Training Institute, and Maria Vihar) that generously gave us whatever we asked for. 

For me I can say that it was a learning experience – developing a planning mentality, knowing that practice makes one to excel in whatever one decides, to have a listening attitude coupled with humility, to be able to dialogue with loving relationship, to be hard working and possess the gift of effort. I realised that it is not important to be perfect but definitely to be of excellence.

As a Salesian I can say that it was a spiritual experience for me. Uth @ lUv was centered on some key characteristics of Salesian Spirituality such as the Preventive System, the Salesian Assistance, the Pedagogy of Love, the Animating and Accompanying Presence, to Love the poor, the abandoned, the lonely, the lost. I would often think about the example of Dominic Savio gave to his fellow companions at the Oratory and reflect on my presence here. Thinking about holiness – that – Sanctity consists in being CHEERFUL.

Ultimately, it reminded me of my SALESIAN VOCATION which I always cherish but haven’t nourished enough by way of Prayer and Witness. As I set off shores for my studies, I hope to focus on what I truly am as a consecrated person, as a perpetually professed religious, as a Salesian. To rekindle that search for God, for Peace in my life, and to share responsibly and to give generously to all.

WHY am I saying all this…well if it is was only “i” then we wouldn’t have been affective and effective enough to stage Uth @ lUv (we were busy practicing and working) and more so shared it with all those who came to see the shows.

We did do this show keeping in mind the coming Year of the Bi-Centenary of Don Bosco’s Birth but only in and with the GRACE of GOD for HIS GREATER GLORY. I must say that ‘Uth @ lUv’ was possible because of U for your active involvement, your passion and zeal, your love and responsibility, your hard work and effort, your time and availability, your discipline and courage, your risk and courage…SORRY for the times i got irritated and angry; THANK YOU is all I can say, PRAYERS is all I assure you of…

Let’s be the LOVE to every Uth we encounter....

Living Momentz & Sharing Momentz

Today during the sermon in the HOLY EUCHARIST the person celebrating mass who also happens to celebrate life today; shared about his Salesian Vocation – the ups & downs, the pros and cons of life. And consciously or unconsciously he reminded all of us to be faithful to our Vocation for this is the most precious PEARL – TREASURE of our lives. And he used to word Vocation, if I have counted right at least for 15 times. This is only to say that he really meant what he shared with us, at MASS this morning. And from that time onwards I began to see and reflect on my Salesian Vocation and the part this Priest played in my life in my initial formation years from 2007-2014, this makes it a total of SEVEN YEARS.

I must say dear FATHER you really mean a lot to me & to all of us here at DIVYADAAN. I would like to add here that FATHER (loving) has not only been a father to me but a BROTHER (understanding) and a FRIEND (challenging). My joURney with him began when he was my Prefect of Studies & Principal, then as Vice Rector & Co-ordinator, Finally, though for a short time – a Rector.

THANX is all I can say to U….

“A Man on hot wheels (enthusiatic and active), A Man of Steel (convinced & committed)” – well my dear friendz…I am talking here about the person you all and who celebrates his gift of lYf. He is none other than FR ROBERT PEN SDB, the Rector of DIVYADAAN – Salesian Institute of Philosophy.

He is an eternal optimist with an Oratorian heart after that of Jesus the Good Shepherd and Don Bosco. Staying with such a person I can say with certainty that it difficult to match his stupendous character and achievements. He believes in the goodness and having a positive attitude toward all, coupled with this his altruistic understanding and conscientious deeds. This I say is truly is a mark of a true formator !!!

In him, the Uth as well as the Young Salesians see a true friend, who understands, and has time to spend with to converse be it on the corridors, refectory, and class or in the office.  His boundless energy is seen when he walks the talk.

This reminds of the word presence: his virtual presence needs to be acclaimed; if social communication, and especially the worldwide web, is a new space where young people gather, there he is present by his COMMUNICATION 4 COMMUNION - Counseling and Chatting; he makes use of this to the maximum by way of Educating and Evangelizing. 

In a nutshell, Fr Robert is a Committed Salesian, Communicative Thinker and Caring Person.

We wish Fr Robert “ad multos annos” as continues proposing “ad cor ad liqutor” with credible joy and convincing gratitude we ask God to continue blessing you as you labor, in the service of the Lord, as his chosen Priest.

Wanna Know him & Wanna Be with him – STAY CONNECTED….

Theistic Believer bUt Practicing Atheist

Today we keep the solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. It only reminds us (religious/catholic believers) of the fact that Mary practiced what she preached in her YES.
During the homily/sermon Fr Felix Fernandes sdb preached at length "responding to the voice of God" just as Mary did. He did you the phrase - "Theistic Believer bUt Practicing Atheist" to which he spoke in the context of Divyadaan. I would be glad to extend this thought to you the reader and may be you could share it with others.
Theistic Believer bUt Practicing Atheist...
We religious normally meticulously closely religiously sometimes or rather quiet often tend to do things, say things without being conscious and without reflecting on the reality of our lives as being and living our Christian Faith.
We have often heard this saying practice what you preach. I guess it's time to pay head to this saying for life beginning from this lent.
Hopefully it will lead us to conversion of heart, mind, and life.
The Letter is important but equally important is also the the Spirit. To live a life of example, to live a life of witness, to live a life of what you and I are called to live like Mary did.
May you enjoy the becoming a Theistic Believer to Practicing Believer.
Happy Lent!!! Joyous Easter!!! 

Blissful Living, Grateful Giving

Words reflect like the night moon light

Action shines like the bright sun light

His example of loving presence is like the rainbow in the sky

His witness to Christ is like that of a peaceful dove on this earth

Dear Friends, these lines are dedicated to Rev. Fr Felix Fernandes SDB a person personified with practicality and prudence of mind and heart. His presence reminds me of purposeful-purpose filled living – the WHY of every moment…His passion & zeal for duty is seen and known in his commitment to duty and the task assigned to him in fulfilling them diligently and dutifully. His compassionate way of understanding the other is seen in the way he listens and the way he speaks, with respect for the other and calmness in his speech and language.

As a Salesian Religious Priest he is a model of PRAYER – man of God, 24 X 7 spiritually filled, spiritually gifted, spiritually graced, and spiritually enlightened. When I look him walk in a very swift and yet serene way I am reminded of 3 D’s – Dutiful, Dedicated & Disciplined. His beliefs are experienced in his convictions and commitments. I believe that he is a man with wisdom and insight, with stewardship – leadership quality. Don Bosco’s phrase keeps recurring in my mind in the person of Fr Felix,”in loving kindness yet firm, win the hearts, win their souls.” He has a listening heart which has the depth of truth, honesty, and concern for the other. He is a caring and loving person this can be seen in his etiquette and his manner. A person who’s life is well integrated with that of simplicity (his dressing style – kurta, pants & sandals), and generosity (always giving whatever anyone ask). Not to forget he is genuine thinker & gem Reflector (this I have experienced in his classes & his scholarly articles). 

Stay with him...talk to him...you will definitely experience the Spirit of God.

A Religious person, A Realistic person, A Relational person

For me he is a spiritual father – a spiritual friend

He is 19 years a PRIEST, 25 years a PROFESSED RELIGIOUS SALESIANS & 39 years LIVING WITH DON BOSCO - Grateful Giving

A Blissful smile always present on his face reflects the holiness of this man.

GOD BLESS U !!!

As U celebRate liFe...

Celebrating Life

Today in our Community we are Celebrating the gift of life in the person of Rev. Fr Tony D’Souza SDB [budd(y)/(ie)]. As a matter of fact, we do celebrate life every day in our daily living (learning & loving). But today is a special day because of this special (a gift & a blessing) person. As for me, I would not like to speak of his qualifications because this can be given to you by calling or asking anyone from his family or from any Salesian of Don Bosco (SDB) or search on Google engine. But I would like to highlight the quality this person IS.

This person is living his life as a

Convinced Person – Christ Person (Religious)

Committed Person – Consecrated Person (Salesian)

Compassionate Person – Caring Person (Human – Christian & Missionary)

If one asks me how your experience with this person was in being with him, sharing with him, living with him….I would say:

A Spiritual Strength of our Community (papa) + A Missionary Gift to our Community (mama) = producing young Salesians or rather forming young Salesians with Head [Convinced Person – Christ Person (Religious)], Heart [Committed Person – Consecrated Person (Salesian)] & Hand [Compassionate Person – Caring Person (Human – Christian & Missionary)].

He is truly a Companion of the Young this I have experienced in the sermons, the good nights, the word in a ear, and above all in he being a true Catechist (in the sacrament of Communion & Confession). This he does in a very Creative way [Casual (simple & humble) yet Catchy (short & profound)].

Thankzzz...Zillionzzz...

for Making A Difference....for the person U R....

Un-Known Friend...heart speaks & I m listening to it...

Life goes on pain is part of my life I have shared lot of tears in my life journey which is lot................. but HE is great................. and I could walk, stand, shine, laugh and cry.................with HIM. 
If you listen to my story I wonder you would still belive that it is I? 
Tough yet soft,, cofident yet confused, torn apart yet with smile, broken yet firm, strict yet loving, misunderstood yet understanding, and list can go on....................I only believe HE has made me whole. thank you being there to listen to my bla bla........... God bles U

Can U & I have a listening attitUde...

Can U & I be more hUman...

Can U & I be jesUs....