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Some books about people begin at the finish line – with awards, titles, memorials. This book begins earlier and closer – in prayer rooms and classrooms, hospital corridors and fields, parish halls and busy city streets. It gathers fourteen lives that did not wait to become important before becoming available, lives that turned faith into presence and presence into transformation.
Ajna George
Ajna George was a committed Jesus Youth whose life
became a beautiful witness to Eucharistic devotion.
Known affectionately as a ‘nightingale,’ she found
her strength in daily Mass, quiet adoration, and the
simple joy of leading others to Jesus. While studying
at Sacred Heart College, she gathered friends into prayer and
fellowship, helping many rediscover the beauty of a personal
relationship with Christ. Even as illness gradually took away her
speech and physical strength, her longing for Holy Communion
never diminished. Through extraordinary perseverance and faith,
she remained united to the Lord she loved until the very end. Her
witness reveals how suffering, when embraced with faith, can
become a profound expression of love.
became a beautiful witness to Eucharistic devotion.
Known affectionately as a ‘nightingale,’ she found
her strength in daily Mass, quiet adoration, and the
simple joy of leading others to Jesus. While studying
at Sacred Heart College, she gathered friends into prayer and
fellowship, helping many rediscover the beauty of a personal
relationship with Christ. Even as illness gradually took away her
speech and physical strength, her longing for Holy Communion
never diminished. Through extraordinary perseverance and faith,
she remained united to the Lord she loved until the very end. Her
witness reveals how suffering, when embraced with faith, can
become a profound expression of love.
Archbishop Abraham Viruthakulangara
Archbishop Abraham Viruthakulangara was a beloved
spiritual father and a close companion of the Jesus Youth
movement. Whether ministering in villages or representing
the Church on larger platforms, he carried himself with
simplicity, approachability, and deep compassion. His
episcopal motto, Radiating Christ’s Light, reflected the way he lived
and served. He encouraged generations of Jesus Youth to embrace
their missionary calling and often identified himself warmly with
the movement. His life stands as a reminder that true
spiritual father and a close companion of the Jesus Youth
movement. Whether ministering in villages or representing
the Church on larger platforms, he carried himself with
simplicity, approachability, and deep compassion. His
episcopal motto, Radiating Christ’s Light, reflected the way he lived
and served. He encouraged generations of Jesus Youth to embrace
their missionary calling and often identified himself warmly with
the movement. His life stands as a reminder that true
Roy Joseph
Roy, Rajani, Reena, Shiji, and Bindu were dedicated Jesus
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Rajani Mathew
Roy, Rajani, Reena, Shiji, and Bindu were dedicated Jesus
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Rajni Mathew
Roy, Rajani, Reena, Shiji, and Bindu were dedicated Jesus
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Shiji Thomas
Roy, Rajani, Reena, Shiji, and Bindu were dedicated Jesus
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Bindu Devasya
Roy, Rajani, Reena, Shiji, and Bindu were dedicated Jesus
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Youth missionaries whose lives were shaped by a passion
for evangelisation. Following days of fruitful mission
work in Rajapuram, where prayer brought healing and
reconciliation to many families, they met with a tragic
accident while returning home. In their final moments, their lips
were filled not with fear but with praise. Their witness transformed a
moment of tragedy into a testimony of unwavering faith. Their lives
continue to inspire Jesus Youth and countless others to embrace
missionary discipleship with courage and trust.
Jerin Thobias Vakayil
Jerin Thobias Vakayil was a young Jesus Youth who
discovered in technology a powerful means of serving God
and His people. During the challenges of the pandemic, he
dedicated his gifts to helping communities remain connected
through livestreams, digital content, applications, and
creative solutions. His work was characterised not only by technical
excellence but also by humility and generosity. Though his life ended
unexpectedly young, the impact of his service continues through the
many people who benefited from his vision and dedication. His story
demonstrates how modern technology can become an instrument of
evangelisation when placed at the service of the Gospel.
discovered in technology a powerful means of serving God
and His people. During the challenges of the pandemic, he
dedicated his gifts to helping communities remain connected
through livestreams, digital content, applications, and
creative solutions. His work was characterised not only by technical
excellence but also by humility and generosity. Though his life ended
unexpectedly young, the impact of his service continues through the
many people who benefited from his vision and dedication. His story
demonstrates how modern technology can become an instrument of
evangelisation when placed at the service of the Gospel.
Sr Thresiamma, FMM
Sr Thresiamma, FMM, played a significant role in the growth
and formation of generations of Jesus Youth. Through
countless conversations, letters, journeys, and acts of
practical kindness, she nurtured young people with the
care of a loving mother. Her support often came through
simple gestures – a shared meal, financial assistance when needed,
or a timely word of encouragement. She had a remarkable ability
to make people feel valued and understood. Her constant reminder,
‘You are a precious pearl of Jesus,’ reflected the dignity and worth
she saw in every person. Her life reveals the transformative power of
accompaniment, compassion, and patient guidance.
and formation of generations of Jesus Youth. Through
countless conversations, letters, journeys, and acts of
practical kindness, she nurtured young people with the
care of a loving mother. Her support often came through
simple gestures – a shared meal, financial assistance when needed,
or a timely word of encouragement. She had a remarkable ability
to make people feel valued and understood. Her constant reminder,
‘You are a precious pearl of Jesus,’ reflected the dignity and worth
she saw in every person. Her life reveals the transformative power of
accompaniment, compassion, and patient guidance.
Suresh George
Suresh George of Iritty, Kannur, was a humble Jesus Youth
leader whose life was marked by quiet dedication to the
formation of others. A farmer by profession, he often
arranged his work around his commitment to people,
prayer, and mission. Though his formal education was
limited, his wisdom, perseverance, and faith earned the respect of
many. He invested time in mentoring emerging leaders, encouraging
them through challenges and helping them grow in confidence. His
life demonstrates that
leader whose life was marked by quiet dedication to the
formation of others. A farmer by profession, he often
arranged his work around his commitment to people,
prayer, and mission. Though his formal education was
limited, his wisdom, perseverance, and faith earned the respect of
many. He invested time in mentoring emerging leaders, encouraging
them through challenges and helping them grow in confidence. His
life demonstrates that
Sherry Jose
Sherry Jose was a vibrant Jesus Youth, the co-ordinator
of the zonal counsil, whose love for prayer, beauty, and
community touched countless lives. A talented hockey
player and a beloved friend, he was deeply influenced by the
spirituality of Taizé, discovering in silence a powerful path
to encounter God. He played a significant role in introducing Taizé
prayer to many communities and was known for creating beautiful
prayer spaces that drew people into contemplation. Though cancer
claimed his life at a young age, his witness continues to inspire a
love for prayer, creativity, and the presence of God.
of the zonal counsil, whose love for prayer, beauty, and
community touched countless lives. A talented hockey
player and a beloved friend, he was deeply influenced by the
spirituality of Taizé, discovering in silence a powerful path
to encounter God. He played a significant role in introducing Taizé
prayer to many communities and was known for creating beautiful
prayer spaces that drew people into contemplation. Though cancer
claimed his life at a young age, his witness continues to inspire a
love for prayer, creativity, and the presence of God.
Sapna Tracy
Sapna Tracy was a Jesus Youth missionary, nurse, wife,
and mother whose life became a remarkable testimony
to sacrificial love. She faced an extraordinary challenge
when she was diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy.
Choosing to protect the life of her unborn child, she
postponed treatment despite the risks involved. Her decision
reflected a profound trust in God and an unwavering commitment
to motherhood. Even amidst physical suffering, she radiated peace
and hope. Her witness speaks powerfully of the dignity of life, the
courage of faith, and the beauty of self-giving love.
and mother whose life became a remarkable testimony
to sacrificial love. She faced an extraordinary challenge
when she was diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy.
Choosing to protect the life of her unborn child, she
postponed treatment despite the risks involved. Her decision
reflected a profound trust in God and an unwavering commitment
to motherhood. Even amidst physical suffering, she radiated peace
and hope. Her witness speaks powerfully of the dignity of life, the
courage of faith, and the beauty of self-giving love.
Joicy Jaison
Joicy Jaison was a committed Jesus Youth, a devoted
nurse, and a loving mother of five. Her story is one of
resilience, hope, and joy in the midst of suffering. As
she faced her battle with cancer, her deep faith, love for
Scripture, Eucharistic devotion, and spirit of praise became
a source of strength not only for herself but also for those around
her. Rather than allowing illness to define her, she became a beacon
of encouragement and hope. Through her witness, many discovered
that faith can bring light even into the darkest circumstances.
nurse, and a loving mother of five. Her story is one of
resilience, hope, and joy in the midst of suffering. As
she faced her battle with cancer, her deep faith, love for
Scripture, Eucharistic devotion, and spirit of praise became
a source of strength not only for herself but also for those around
her. Rather than allowing illness to define her, she became a beacon
of encouragement and hope. Through her witness, many discovered
that faith can bring light even into the darkest circumstances.
Fr Cherian Nereveettil
Fr Cherian Nereveettil was a priest whose life and ministry
were deeply intertwined with the Jesus Youth movement.
Before his ordination, Fr Cheriyachan offered his regency
period to Jesus Youth as a member of the fifth batch of
full-timers, dedicating a year of service to campus ministry.
Known for his generosity, gentleness, and availability, he invested
deeply in the lives of those entrusted to his care. Though his life
was cut short in a vehicular accident, his legacy of selfless love
remains a lasting inspiration. His decision to donate a kidney to
save a young girl stands as a powerful expression of the Gospel he
preached and lived.
were deeply intertwined with the Jesus Youth movement.
Before his ordination, Fr Cheriyachan offered his regency
period to Jesus Youth as a member of the fifth batch of
full-timers, dedicating a year of service to campus ministry.
Known for his generosity, gentleness, and availability, he invested
deeply in the lives of those entrusted to his care. Though his life
was cut short in a vehicular accident, his legacy of selfless love
remains a lasting inspiration. His decision to donate a kidney to
save a young girl stands as a powerful expression of the Gospel he
preached and lived.
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