Dinajpur (Bangladesh) "If we obey the rules of our own religions properly, there may not be any more injustice in our society," the Deputy Commissioner of the Dinajpur district stated in a post-Easter inter-religious gathering on April 12th at the Dinajpur Bishop's House. As the highest Government Official in the district, A.B.M. Sattar continued, "We can lift up the present situation of our society simply by obeying and practicing our own faith. Today, I pray and wish all people to follow the teachings of their own religions."
Hosting Bishop Moses Costa CSC, of the Dinajpur Catholic Diocese, chaired the ecumenical meeting. Many others representing different religions, NGO and Social workers, Catholic priests and religious, and about 300 lay people participated in the event.
Father Marcus Murmu, chancellor of the diocese, welcomed those present, saying that the program was organized to share the joy of the Living God with others. "This program was arranged in the open-air, so that we can talk freely with others," Father Marcus said.
Bishop Costa extended Easter greetings to all. He affirmed that if the social, church and religious leaders, and government officials work together for society, citizens of Bangladesh would enjoy a better life.
Superintendent of Police, honored guest S.M. Kamal Hossain, stated "some people do not follow the teaching of the great men, so there is unrest in the world. We pray for them so that they may get light from God and try to keep the world peaceful."
Students of Saint Philip's Boarding School, and residents at the Little Flower Girl's Hostel and Saint Joseph's Minor Seminary, performed a one-hour entertainment program, with various acts representing local customs from Oroan, Santali and Bangla cultures.
The three-hour event concluded with a tea party for all. (RR)
