The Diocesan Youth Centre organized a Lenten Retreat for the youth of the Archdiocese of Goa-Daman on 15th March 2026 at the Taleigao Community Centre. The DYC team; the Diocesan Executive Committee (DEXCO), under the guidance of its Director, Fr. Blaise Lobo, along with the support of 60 volunteers, fervently executed the entire program with the theme ‘Take Courage’(Jn.16:33).
There were approximately 1000+ young participants, experiencing this unique spiritual encounter. The entire venue was adorned with many creative setups crafted under the guidance Fr. Jovial Fernandes and Fr. Dyrel Dias.
The DEXCO, along with the volunteers, also organized biblically based interactive activities. The youngsters were energized by the uplifting beats of the “Knight and Day” band during a powerful praise and worship sessions, followed by a power-packed input session on ‘Take Courage’, by Fr. Ramiro Luis. The Eucharistic Celebration was presided over by the Auxiliary Bishop of Goa and Daman, Most Rev. Simião Purificação Fernandes. The day also included the Sacrament of Confession and solemn Eucharistic Adoration.
The retreat concluded with an interactive activity, leaving participants with a sense of reflection, renewal, and courage, making it a spiritually enriching and memorable experience for all who attended. The retreat proved to be a fruitful experience, as shared by the participating youth.