National Hi-Y Assembly 2025
The National Hi-Y (High School YMCA) Assembly on the theme “Youth For a Just and Sustainable Future: Rise Together” was held from 1st to 3rd August 2025 at Dhivyashanthi Retreat Centre, Yercaud, Salem, Tamil Nadu. A strong delegation of about 76 youths attended the assembly. Mr. RAmenglien Traite, Trainee Secretary YMCA Bangalore along with three youth volunteers of YMCA attended the assembly.
39th Regional Conference and Ruby Jubilee Inauguration
The YMCA Bangalore successfully hosted the 39th Regional Conference and meeting for the South Central Region of YMCAs on 18th and 19 th July 2025, at the YMCA Hall in Bangalore. This significant event brought together leaders, members, and delegates from across the region under the unifying theme: “Bridging Generations and Inspiring Hope.” Prof. Alex Thomas, the Regional Chairman of SWIR, delivered the keynote address, while Mr. J. Dudley Fenn, President of Nagercoil YMCA, served as the Guest of honour. Mr. Rajiv Kunwar John, Director of the Training and Leadership Department at NCYI, along with his trainees, also participated in the conference. Sessions were led by Mr. Rajiv Kunwar John and Rev. Dhanaraj, Executive Secretary of Udupi YMCA. Rev. Dr. P. Sethu, President of YMCA Bangalore; Rev. Inbaraj Jeyakumar, Vice President of YMCA Bangalore and Vice Chairman of SCYIR; Mr. Shettian, Chairman of SCYIR; Dr. Daniel Rathnakar J., General Secretary of YMCA Bangalore; Mrs. Jeba Jyothi; and the staff and volunteers from the YMCA Women Empowerment Centre attended the conference. The programme concluded with a fellowship lunch.
YMCA FOUNDERS' DAY
The YMCA Founders’ Day was celebrated on 6th June 2025 at City YMCA. YMCA staff, YMCA college students, Mrs. Dorcas, Pearl, General SEcretary of YWCA and few board members of YWCA and Mr. Rajiv John, Director of National Council Training Department participated in this programme. Mr. Daniel Rathnakar. J, General Secretary, YMCA Bangalore welcomed the gathering and introduced the Chief Guest. Rev. Rev. Dr. Prof.A. Israel David, Designate Principal, U.T.C, Bangalore brought God’s message and acknowledged the work of Shri. George Williams and the YMCAs world over. Rev. Dr. P. Sethu, Treasurer, YMCA Bangalore presided over the function. The programme concluded with a fellowship lunch.
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Independence Day was celebrated on 15th August 2025 at 8.00 a.m. at City YMCA. Dr. Daniel Rathnakar.J , General Secretary of YMCA Bangalore welcomed the gathering. Dr. Vijaykumar.D, Sports injuries surgeon, Sparsh Hospital, Bangalore was the chief guest and delivered the Independence Message. . Rev. Dr. P. Sethu, President, YMCA Bangalore hoisted the flag followed by the March past by the YMCA Physical Education college students. The programme concluded with a fellowship community breakfast.
WORLD YMCA/YWCA WEEK OF PRAYER
10TH TO 16TH NOVEMBER 2024
YMCA/YWCA WEEK OF PRAYER: The YMCA /YWCA World Week of Prayer was organised from 10th to 16th November 2024 on the theme “Moving With Faith Through The Elements (Water-Earth-Fire-Wind)”. The Inaugural Worship Service was held on 10th November 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at City YMCA, Nrupathunga Road, Bangalore. Rev. Inbaraj Jeyakumar, Vice-President, YMCA Bangalore led the Worship Service. The weeklong programme was organised at different places.
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
Christmas Celebration: The YMCA Bangalore celebrated the Christmas on 12th December 2024. Rt. Rev. Dr. Martin C. Borgai, Bishop In-Charge, CSI-K.C.D and Bishop, CSI, K.N.D delivered the Christmas message, and Sr. Gracy Thomas, Sister Superior, St.Martha’s Hospital, was the guest of honour. Around 350 people joined the celebration which was followed by fellowship dinner.
NEW YEAR PRAYER MESSAGE
On the first Monday of New year, 6th January 2025, a “Prayer Message Programme” was organised at City YMCA Main Hall, Nrupathunga Road, Bangalore – 560001. Rev. Deepak was the main speaker on the day and delivered an inspiration message. Rev. Inbaraj Jeyakumar, Vice-President, YMCA Bangalore brought out greetings and proposed Vote of thanks. Around 100 people participated in the programme which includes YMCA staff, Faculties and students of YMCA College of Physical Education. The programme was followed by Fellowship lunch thereafter.
Republic Day Celebration
The YMCA Bangalore celebrated 76th Republic day on 26th Jan 2025 at City YMCA, Nrupathunga Road, Bangalore – 560001 at 8.30 a.m. Rtn. K. Suresh, Past President/Board advisor at Rotary Club Peenya, Bangalore was the Chief Guest and hoisted the flag. Rev. Inbaraj Jeyakumar, Vice President, YMCA Bangalore presided over the function. The programme concluded with a Fellowship breakfast.
A.G.M
General Secretary reported that Annual General Body meeting of YMCA Bangalore was conducted on 30th August 2025. 34 full members were present and the meeting concluded with a fellowship dinner.
