October 7th, 2019; Fr Franklin D'Souza, Preached at "Rise above" youth retreat of Youth of Diocese of Shimoga, at Minor Basilica of Our Lady of Health, Harihar. He spoke on Commandments from 11am to 12:15pm and prepared youth for the sacrament of reconciliation from 2pm to 2:30pm. Confessions were organized from 2:30pm to 4pm. 15priests helped in confessions. Ex President Mr. Gagan welcomed and thanked Fr Franklin D'Souza. There were 450 youth in the retreat. Diocesan Youth Director Fr Pius D'Souza organized this Retreat from 5th to 8th October.