Membership campaign for 2004 was inaugurated on 31st January 2004 by Mr.AK. Viswanathan IPS., DIGof Police CBI under the able leadership of the campaign commissioner Mr. Jacob Daniel culminated on the final report on the 7th April,2004 with a record collection of Rs.68 lacs. The YMCA Vepery emerged as the winners of the campaign shield for highest collection. YMCA Kottiwakkam annexed the best performers award for highest percentage increase in membership. The awards were presented on the 1st of MAy 2004. We acknowledge the special contribution made by Mr. Mohanlal Shingvi for his outstanding contribution of over 100 life members.

Campaign Commission Mr.Jacob R. Daniel addressing the gathering on the Award Night

Mr.Raja Prabhakar, Chairman and Mr.Bernard Rajkumar Secretary receiving the Campaign Shield for highest collection for Vepery Branch

The 31st triennial convention of the National Council of the YMCAs of India was held at Pune from May 6 to 8. Rev. Caesar Molebatsai, President of the YMCA World Alliance inaugurated the convention. Rev. Samuel D.Stephens, President, Asia and Pacific Alliance of YMCAs delivered the keynote address. Dr. Yip Kok Choong, General Secretary of Asia and Pacific Alliance was also present

The annual Learn to Swim course for children below 17 years was conducted from 21st April till 7th May 2004 at the YMCA College Swimming Pool. Mr. Jagan M. Seshadri, IPS, Additional DGP., Metro Transport Corporation was the chief guest. There was enthusiastic participation of over 100 children at the programme. The valedictory function was held on 7th May 2004. Mrs. Shiny Wilson, a veteran athlete and National Champion, deputy manager, Food Corporation of India was the chief guest

 

Dr.Ebinesan presenting memento to Chief guest Mr.Jagan M.Seshadri IPS, Additional Director Metro Transport Corporation

Mr.M.M.Selvakumar presenting memento to Shiny Wilson, Mr. Jeevakumar Convenor looks on.

Mr. Prince Vincent, Mr. Asir Pandian and Mr. Ebinesar Premanand were among the 8 selected to undergo the training and leadership programme conducted at the United Theological College at Bangalore.

At Vepery Branch, Dr. Bro. John Joseph, Founder, President, Christ for every Soul delivered the inspiring Good Friday message. At Kottiwakkam, the service was jointly organised with Hindustan Bible Institute and Faith Prayer Tract League. Bishop Dr. Mano Daniel, Mr. Jacob Daniel, Mr. Jayakardoss, shared the message. Mr. Peter Asirvatham, Mission in charge of New Calvary church and Pastor Daniel Manohar lead the praise and worship session.

Dr.Bro.John Joseph delivering the Good Friday message

YMCA, Kilpauk organized a 10 day tour to Singapore and Malaysia for the members. They visited different YMCAs and were hosted a special luncheon reception by the General Secretary Mr. Albert Chong of YMCA, Kuala Lumpur. The members also visit Orchard Road, YMCA, Singapore. Mr. D.S.Mithra, Branch Chairman presented a memento on behalf of YMCA Madras