Over the years all over the world every living being has been experiencing the adverse effects with regards to temperature levels, heat waves, cyclone and floods, reduced greener spaces, loss of biodiversity, air and water pollution, increased urbanization. ‘Creation’- God’s gift to mankind is taken for granted so much so that even the voiceless living beings are facing the threat of survival. We are solely responsible for it. Children are facing a huge price for climate changes. The impact of climate changes is affecting and is going to affect poorer sections more.
Good Shepherd Parish aims at reducing carbon footprints, composting wet waste, recycling of plastic and e waste, using bio-degradable and eco-friendly products and carrying out measures that will help in protecting the environment. The objective is to Refuse- Reuse-Recycle-Reduce and doing this create a have a positive impact on our environment.
The Green Cell was formed in July 2022. The parish has recycled more than 1000 kilos of plastic and 250 kilos of e-waste from commencement till date. The parish also composts wet waste. The parish aims to completely implement ‘Zero’ waste. Apart from recycling plastic, e-waste and composting, the parish uses plastic flowers at the altar which are washable and reusable, no candle burning at the grotto, reuse of flex banners for parish events, usage of paper at Sunday breakfast stalls.
The team comprises of 10 members. Under the guidance and leadership of Fr. Anil Rego the team is working on implementing new ways and means to “GO GREEN” in the true sense.
Spiritual Director- Fr. Anil Rego.
Lay coordinator- Jasmine Nair.
Committee Members:- Paul Rodrigues, Joan Rodrigues, Victor Dantes (Treasurer), Zynidia Michael, Dora Martis, Peter Passanha, Poonam DSa, Stephanie Miranda ( Secretary) and Yvette D’Souza.
