Christian associations in Khammam organise ‘Run for Jesus’ for world peace

United Christian Associations in Khammam organised a ‘Run for Jesus’ rally for world peace, drawing participants from various regions, with religious leaders urging people to promote harmony, compassion and unity amid ongoing global conflicts.

Khammam: United Christian Associations in Khammam organised a ‘Run for Jesus’ rally on Saturday for world peace.

The rally started at Pavilion Grounds with nearly a thousand Christians and proceeded through Mayuri Centre, Old Bus Stand Road, Wyra Road, ZP Centre and Yellandu Crossroads, culminating at the Government Degree College Grounds.

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Erstwhile Khammam Catholic Bishop Dr Sagili Prakash took part in the rally. Addressing the participants, he expressed hope that peace would spread across the entire world. The ongoing conflicts in West Asia were disrupting global peace and access to essential commodities for people worldwide.

The Bishop earnestly wished for the atmosphere of war to dissipate immediately. He urged everyone to cultivate the virtues of peace, harmony, compassion and benevolence, qualities taught by Jesus Christ, and emphasised the importance of showing affection and a spirit of forgiveness towards others.

Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy’s office in-charge Tumburi Dayakar Reddy stated that the responsibility of preserving peace within society rests with all. He commended the fact that Christian denominations of all sects had united to organise the “Run for Jesus” rally.

United Christian Associations convener Pastor Ramesh remarked that the participation of religious leaders and representatives from various Christian denominations, hailing from Khammam city, Palair, Wyra, Madhira and Sathupalli, reflects the unity among Christian communities.

Representatives of the associations, including Vicar General T Shouri, priests Surepalli Isaac, Vijay Kumar, Palla Ravi Kishore and Jacob, along with church elders Mutthamala Prasad, Kommu Prasad, Sudarshan and others, participated in the event.