Fr.James .JD, SACbelongs to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (ABVM) Pallottine Congregation. He was ordained as Priest in the year 1998.

 

He has worked in various capacities as Bursar, Vocation Promoter, and Parish Priest and as youth Animator in various places and with different Groups. He has conducted many Retreats, School Seminars and group interaction for the young people. Youth apostolate was his field of interest from his student days. He teaches Pastoral Theology in three Major theological Seminaries.He is currently doing PhD in Pastoral theology, with specialization in Youth ministry.

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"The myth of IT/ ITES and BPO Sectors in Globalized India Their influence on the Faith and Moral life of the Catholic Youth" A Christian Pastoral Perspective and Response"

work needs genuine investigation among young people like you to find out the accurate truths regarding the subject under study, specially regarding the strong presumption and doubts in the areas of faith and moral issues besides normal misgivings raised in the areas of economic, health, social and cultural changes and issues that the industry has brought about in the country. The aim of the endeavour is to understand this whole reality as it is and to work out the proper means and plans to serve and to care for Catholic youth through the ministry of the Church. Today I am convinced in this world of ours, where participation and teamwork are order of the day, that such efforts can bring no good result without your cooperation and suggestions. Therefore I come to you through this questionnaire; kindly fill in what you genuinely think right and true, without any fear or coercion. For my part, I promise you that your personal identity and your views will be never revealed to anyone in any circumstance. I sincerely respect your views without any malice. The questionnaire has three parts: the first part consists of general questions, the second part is about your faith life and the third part is about some of the moral and ethical issues of Christian life. Each question is very simple and self-explanatory. In the case of any uncertainty please clarify them with the animator who is present or who distributed the questionnaire to you. After filling it in, place the questionnaire in the envelope which comes along with the questionnaire and seal it and hand it to the animator. I will remain ever faithful and grateful for your contribution and for your suggestions. Complete the entire questionnaire – Each of your response matters much in making important decisions in increasing the relevance and effectiveness of the Youth Ministry in your local Parish.