Nearly a year after its inauguration, St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Behiang, under the Archdiocese of Imphal in northeast India, welcomed two Ursuline Sisters from the Pune Province who will begin a new mission in this Indo–Myanmar border village.
The community marked this historic moment with a Eucharistic celebration on December 8, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The Mass was presided over by Fr. Mung, Parish Priest of St. Thomas Church, Singngat, together with five other priests.
This new initiative builds upon the strong foundation laid earlier this year. Through the dedicated efforts of Fr. Mung, the MCBS Fathers (Missionary Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament) inaugurated their first mission centre in Behiang on February 18, 2025, an event led by Archbishop Linus Neli of Imphal and attended by local leaders, clergy, and parishioners. The mission is currently served by two MCBS priests, Fr. Dyjo Mathew and Fr. Joseph Mathew. Now, nearly a year later, the Ursuline Congregation has graciously responded to the Archdiocese’s invitation to serve in Behiang. Sr. Elsy and Sr. Agnesia will lead this new mission, residing temporarily in a rented home until a permanent convent is established.
Addressing the gathering, Sr. Elsy shared the Ursuline Congregation’s charism and mission vision, expressing heartfelt gratitude to the Archdiocese and to Fr. Dyjo Mathew, priest-in-charge of the centre, for inviting them to minister in this remote region.
On behalf of the Archdiocese, Fr. Mung warmly welcomed the Ursuline Sisters and assured them of the community’s prayerful support.
In his message, Fr. Mark Aimeng reflected on the spiritual significance of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception and encouraged the faithful to cooperate wholeheartedly with the priests and sisters as they work together to build the mission.
Fr. Francis of Holy Family Parish, Cikha, urged parishioners to take an active role in the all-around development of the village, reminding them that “when a priest is happy, miracles happen.”
James Lampu, Vice-President of the Parish Pastoral Council of Singngat, also encouraged the community to work hand in hand with the clergy and to share generously for the growth of the mission.
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