Dedication of CoTU's Prayer Cell held
Source: Chronicle News Service
Kangpokpi, March 16 2024:
The announcement and dedication of a Prayer Cell established under the aegis of Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), Sadar Hills Kangpokpi District was held during a mass prayer ceremony at KBC Centre Church, Kangpokpi district headquarters on Saturday.
CoTU established the Prayer Cell as part of its branch to provide support, resilience and guidance to individuals and communities in times of crisis, rooted in faith, compassion and strength.
In a display of solidarity and shared purpose, Kuki-Zo community gathered in a mass prayer at KBC Centre Church, Kangpokpi district headquarters to offer prayer on several prayer points.
The prayer session led by the CoTU's Prayer Cell brought together representatives from a diverse array of civil society organisations, including Kuki-Zo's prominent leaders and church leaders, apart from the common citizens.
The mass prayer goers joined hands in prayers for Kuki-Zo community, CSOs, village volunteers, and Kuki-Zo SoO groups under UPF and KNO.
Reverend Sholal Touthang attended the mass prayer as the main speaker.
Speaking on the topic 'Pray without Ceasing', he emphasised on continuous connection with the divine through prayer, suggesting a lifestyle of constant communion with a higher power, regardless of circumstances or activities.
While Yangsat Chongloi performed the dedication ceremony of CoTU's Prayer Cell, evangelist Mangboi led the prayer for the Kuki-Zo community and CSOs and reverend Mangkholen Kipgen led the prayer session for the village volunteers and the Kuki-Zos SoO groups.
CoTU's Prayer Cell convener reverend Thangsat Kipgen emphasised the importance of establishing CoTU's Prayer Cell and its commitment to serve the community not only during the challenging times but until the arrival of God's kingdom.
Apart from other members of CoTU, village chiefs, CSO leaders, CoTU vice chairman Lunthang Haokip and secretary Lamminlun Singsit also attended the mass prayer.