Herma, 30th October 2026: Bosco Home Herma celebrated Marian Nite on 30th October 2026, marking the joyful and memorable conclusion of the Marian Month 2026. The event brought together the Pre-Novices of Bosco Home Herma and around 30–35 enthusiastic hostellers of Don Bosco School Herma for an evening of prayer, fellowship, fun and celebration.
The programme commenced at 5:30 p.m. with a solemn Marian Procession from the football ground of Don Bosco School Herma to Bosco Home Herma, covering a short distance. The entrance of Bosco Home Herma was beautifully adorned with glamorous decorations, creating a welcoming and festive atmosphere for the occasion. Both the Pre-Novices and the hostellers participated wholeheartedly in the procession, filling the surroundings with devotion, prayer and joyful Marian songs. The procession concluded at the entrance of Bosco Home Herma with a beautiful and inspiring sermonette delivered by Pre-Novice Wallambok, highlighting the importance of Mary’s presence and guidance in our Christian lives.
Following the prayerful procession, the community gracefully proceeded with the much-awaited Marian Nite celebration. The evening was filled with joy, laughter, excitement and enthusiastic participation. A variety of entertaining games and activities kept everyone actively engaged throughout the programme. The participants enjoyed party games, paper activities, quizzes, spontaneous dancing, singing, acting and many other entertaining events. The celebration provided a wonderful opportunity for the Pre-Novices and the hostellers to showcase their talents, creativity, teamwork and sportsmanship while strengthening their bonds of friendship and fraternity.
At the conclusion of the activities, the points accumulated by the different teams were calculated, and the results were announced as follows:
- 1st Position – Team Madonna
- 2nd Position – Team Bandel
- 3rd Position – Team Lourdes
- 4th Position – Team Fatima
All the participants were duly rewarded in appreciation of their active involvement, dedication and commitment throughout the Marian Month. Their enthusiastic participation and team spirit added colour and meaning to the entire celebration.
The Marian Nite successfully concluded at 9:00 p.m., leaving everyone with beautiful memories of a month filled with prayer, devotion, meaningful activities and joyful fellowship. Indeed, the celebration was not merely an evening of entertainment but also a fitting expression of love and gratitude to Mother Mary, whose maternal guidance continues to lead us closer to Jesus. With hearts filled with joy and gratitude, the Pre-Novices of Bosco Home Herma brought the Marian Month 2026 to a memorable close, inspired by the spirit of the theme: “Mary, the Way to Jesus.”
Reported by Cl. Mark Shanbor Thyrniang
