Update on Tri-State Kanaya Unity Efforts.
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IKCC Secretary
Mar 25, 2025, 9:10:18 PM3/25/25
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Dear Community Members,
Greetings from IKCC.
We acknowledge that our community members hold diverse views on certain practices. Respecting each perspective, our administration's heartfelt goal is to unite all beloved community members in the tri-state area. We strive to rekindle the cherished bond of Knanites, a connection that has been missing from our hearts for years.
As we commemorate IKCC's 50th jubilee year, our Executive Committee is committed to unifying our community. The positive response from community members during Christmas Carol and the priests' initial willingness to cooperate were encouraging signs and promising indicators of a newfound spirit of collaboration.
One priest's outreach to discuss possible unification, including by offering to celebrate Mass at the Center during IKCC's main events (Christmas and Easter programs), was a promising development for IKCC. This led IKCC to initiate discussions with three priests from the tri-state area.
While requesting an in-person meeting, the priests consulted with their respective church trustees before responding. A follow-up Zoom meeting on March 11, 2025, revealed two conditions for further discussions: (1) Rockland Knanaya Mission must cease conducting Mass at the community center, and (2) all individuals must join the church and become members by accepting the church. They also deemed the Mass at the Community Center for the main events (Christmas and Easter programs) also "illegal" and instructed us to discontinue them. We believe that starting these events with Holy Mass is an essential prayer and a cherished Catholic tradition.
While we clarified that IKCC lacks authority to decide on behalf of the Rockland Mission regarding Mass, we emphasized our willingness to facilitate discussions promoting community unification. We also reaffirmed that joining the church remains a personal choice.
Considering the Masses at the community center during the main events like Christmas and Easter as "illegal" may hinder unity. As we celebrate our 50th jubilee year, we seek open-mindedness, willingness to compromise, and a genuine commitment to community unification.
The IKCC Executives expressed disappointment in the priests' decision not even considering an open discussion, rather demanding few conditions which seemed as a missed opportunity for compromise. Instead, the priests seem focused on stopping the Mass at the community center which includes IKCC's main events. Ironically, this stance contradicts their own practice of conducting parallel cultural programs.
Despite these challenges, IKCC remains committed to open communication. We believe that resolving this issue requires a collaborative approach, and we are willing to engage in good-faith discussions that foster mutual understanding and respect.
Sincerely,
IKCC Executives
Greetings from IKCC.
We acknowledge that our community members hold diverse views on certain practices. Respecting each perspective, our administration's heartfelt goal is to unite all beloved community members in the tri-state area. We strive to rekindle the cherished bond of Knanites, a connection that has been missing from our hearts for years.
As we commemorate IKCC's 50th jubilee year, our Executive Committee is committed to unifying our community. The positive response from community members during Christmas Carol and the priests' initial willingness to cooperate were encouraging signs and promising indicators of a newfound spirit of collaboration.
One priest's outreach to discuss possible unification, including by offering to celebrate Mass at the Center during IKCC's main events (Christmas and Easter programs), was a promising development for IKCC. This led IKCC to initiate discussions with three priests from the tri-state area.
While requesting an in-person meeting, the priests consulted with their respective church trustees before responding. A follow-up Zoom meeting on March 11, 2025, revealed two conditions for further discussions: (1) Rockland Knanaya Mission must cease conducting Mass at the community center, and (2) all individuals must join the church and become members by accepting the church. They also deemed the Mass at the Community Center for the main events (Christmas and Easter programs) also "illegal" and instructed us to discontinue them. We believe that starting these events with Holy Mass is an essential prayer and a cherished Catholic tradition.
While we clarified that IKCC lacks authority to decide on behalf of the Rockland Mission regarding Mass, we emphasized our willingness to facilitate discussions promoting community unification. We also reaffirmed that joining the church remains a personal choice.
Considering the Masses at the community center during the main events like Christmas and Easter as "illegal" may hinder unity. As we celebrate our 50th jubilee year, we seek open-mindedness, willingness to compromise, and a genuine commitment to community unification.
The IKCC Executives expressed disappointment in the priests' decision not even considering an open discussion, rather demanding few conditions which seemed as a missed opportunity for compromise. Instead, the priests seem focused on stopping the Mass at the community center which includes IKCC's main events. Ironically, this stance contradicts their own practice of conducting parallel cultural programs.
Despite these challenges, IKCC remains committed to open communication. We believe that resolving this issue requires a collaborative approach, and we are willing to engage in good-faith discussions that foster mutual understanding and respect.
Sincerely,
IKCC Executives
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