On 27 February, 2013 a one day retreat was held for the Synod staff. The theme of the retreat was: ‘Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.’- Colossians 3:23. The Retreat was started with the Holy Communion service in morning. The service was administered by Rt Revd Paul S Sarker. He in his sermon spoke on the services and cares of Martha Mariam. In the afternoon session the subject was: ‘ For we are God’s fellow workers.’ – 1 Corinthian. The session was conducted by Catholic Father Dr Tapon Rozario. Father Dr Tapon discussed upon work and how we should assist others in the light of the Bible.
The total retreat was conducted by Taize Brother Guilliom. Brother Guilliom discussed on different objectives of our spiritual journey. A total of 35 staff from Synod office of Church of Bangladesh, CBSDP and CMCY attended the retreat.
The Church of Bangladesh has introduced UMOJA to integrate the church and its community responding to the need of the people more effectively. It is expected that UMOJA would help the congregation to be aware about their resources and understand that God has given a lot to meet their needs. The concept is to encourage all to work and contribute together to the needs of people and to various issues of the church and society. Church of Bangladesh has been trying to be self-supported and it is expected that UMOJA may strengthen that process.