Jan 28- 31, 2010 : Bidar Open Air Charismatic convention

With the theme "Rejoice always in the Lord" (Phillippians 4:4), the much awaited 4 day (5pm to 9pm) Spiritual open air Convention began on 28th January 2010 at St. Joseph's School grounds, BIDAR.

Rev. Fr. Freddy, the parish priest of Sacred Heart Church, welcomed the preachers Rev. Fr. Franklin, Regional Youth Director of Karnataka from Bangalore, Renowned preacher Bro. T.K.George from Davanagere and Musian Bro. william from Bela.

At 5.30pm on Jan 28, Fr. Franklin together with Fr Freddy and youth director of Gulburga Diocese, Fr Michael SDB, began the convention with the Holy Mass. At 6 PM, Bro. T.K.George and Bro. william led the people into praise and worship in which Bro. T.K.George stressed the importance of Prayer. Around 7.30 PM, Fr. Franklin began his preaching on John 5:1-14, Healing of the man near the pool of Bethsaida, he stressed that JESUS is our Lord who heals us, forgives us and cleanses us. There is nothing impossible for JESUS, when we believe in him, there is nothing impossible for us too. Then he gave examples of people who were healed even when they were on the death bed. Faith in JESUS makes all things possible. At 8.30 PM, Eucharistic Adoration was conducted during which group prayed for the healing of the people. Lord confirmed his teaching with anointing and healings.

Thousands of people participated in this convention on first day. All the Christian groups were present, among them 600 youth were present.

On 29th Jan, Fr Franklin explained the passage Mark 8:1-4, Bro. T.K. George spoke on sin and repentance. 2000 people were present from all over bidar villages.

On 30th Jan , Fr Franklin spoke on "Forgiveness and Healing", Bro.T.K. George conducted healing adoration. 3500 people gathered for the retreat.

Last day on 31st Jan, Bro.T.K.George spoke on "How to recieve Blessings from God". Fr Franklin conducted anointing session. 5000 people gathered.

Convention was arranged to strengthen the faith of the people in the Lord. All the denomination faithful from Bidar were present. Special prayers for children, couples, youth and for the authorities and for the nation were conducted.

Mr. David, the vice president of Sacred Heart Church, Bidar thanked the retreat team. Fr Freddy praised all the people for their active participation.

By God's grace this convention went on very well.

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