Fransalian Youth Mission (FYM) Guwahati
March 11, 2026 2026-03-12 16:57Fransalian Youth Mission (FYM) Guwahati
Fransalian Youth Mission (FYM)
Youth Ministry of the MSFS Guwahati Province
Fransalian Youth Mission (FYM) is the youth ministry of the Missionaries of St. Francis de Sales in Northeast India. Ministry to the youth is an important charism of the Congregation, inspired by the spirituality of St. Francis de Sales and the missionary vision of Peter Marie Mermier.
The social realities of Northeast India—such as ethnic conflicts, violence, militancy, corruption, and unemployment—have often left many young people discouraged about their present and future. Responding to this situation, the Province initiated a dedicated ministry to accompany, guide, and empower young people.
Foundation of FYM
In November 1998, Fr. Jimmy Mathirampuzha was appointed as the first Director of Fransalian Youth Mission, with the inspiring motto:
“Live Love: Give Jesus.”
The mission of FYM is to bring about transformation in the lives of young people and thereby contribute to building a better society.
Target Groups
FYM reaches out to various groups of youth, including:
School and college students
Catholic Youth Associations
School dropouts
Unemployed youth
Disillusioned and demoralized youth
Working youth
Through pastoral accompaniment and leadership formation, FYM helps young people discover their potential and develop a positive vision for life.
Youth Apostolate
Since its beginning, the Province has dedicated priests specifically for youth ministry. Among those who have served in this apostolate are:
Fr. Jimmy Mathirampuzha
Fr. John Barman
Fr. Milikius Tirky
Fr. Ronesh Narzary
Fr. John Barman was appointed Director of FYM on July 19, 2014, continuing the mission of strengthening youth engagement across the region.
Activities and Programmes
FYM organizes a wide range of programmes aimed at the holistic development of young people, including:
Youth camps and leadership training programmes
Awareness and animation programmes
Career guidance and self-employment initiatives
Teachers’ training programmes
Youth retreats and faith formation
Evangelization through music ministry
Music coaching classes
Youth for Peace Building
In collaboration with FAsCE India, FYM launched the “Youth for Peace Building” initiative. This programme trains young volunteers as peace ambassadors and has established Peace Clubs in several mission parishes across Northeast India.
Organisational Structure
FYM functions through a coordinated network of youth leaders across the Province. There are eight Regional Youth Directors (RYD) serving different regions:
Arunachal Mission
Khasi Hills
Garo Hills
Upper Assam
Lower Assam
Nagaland
Mizoram
Manipur
In addition, Local Youth Directors (LYD)—usually parish priests—coordinate youth activities at the parish level. Together, they work in collaboration to guide and empower young people toward building a more just and peaceful society.
FYM also publishes a newsletter for the Fransalian Youth Wing, keeping young members connected with the mission and activities of the ministry.
