Holy Hour & Vespers – Parish Feast Preparation As part of the preparation for the parish feast, a Holy Hour and Evening Prayer were held on 31 December from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Eucharistic Holy Hour was led by Rev. Fr. Ivan Peter Cordeiro of Codialbail, Press Assistant Manager. The Vespers service was […]
New PPP 2026–2028 Oath-Taking Ceremony On 28 December 2025, during the 7:00 AM Mass, the newly elected Parish Pastoral Parishad (PPP) 2026–2028 and the Parish Finance Committee members took their oath of service. The ceremony was conducted in the presence of Vicar Fr. Apolinaris Crasta and Fr. Promod Crasta, who prayed for and blessed the
Christmas Eve Celebration – 24th December The Christmas Eve celebration began with Christmas carols sung by the choir members from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Before the Mass, the Infant Jesus Ward prepared a beautiful crib, which was blessed by Vicar Apolinaris Crasta and Fr. Promod Crasta. PPP members were also present. The Solemn Mass
St Joseph Ward joyfully celebrated Christmas at the residence of Luvis Crasta and Monthi Crasta. The program began at 4:00 PM with the ward Zamath, followed by a warm welcome to the gathering by Stany Mascarenhas, who also hosted the event. A beautiful Christmas dance was presented by Anshal and group, and engaging games were
The Infant Jesus Ward organized a picnic on 07.12.2025 at Relax Leisure Park, Bramhavara, for the members of the ward. The event was planned with the objective of promoting fellowship, unity, and recreational engagement among the participants. All the members assembled at the designated place and departed at 7:00 a.m. A total of 42 members
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Elders Day Celebration at Mother of God Church on 23rd November 2025. St. Vincent de Paul Society, Mother of God Church, Shakthinagar organized Elders and Singles Day celebration for the parishioners on 23rd of November 2025. Many Elders and Singles from the parish attended and actively participated in the celebration. The program began with the
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The Catechism Teachers’ meet was held at Mother of God Church, Shakthinagar on Sunday, November 9, 2025, soon after the second Mass. The gathering was organized in connection with the feast of St. Charles Borromeo, celebrated on November 4, who is known as the initiator of catechism in the Catholic Church. Parish Priest Rev.Fr. Apolinaris
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The ICYM Shakthinagar Unit organized games for children on the occasion of Children’s Day. The program began at 3:00 p.m. with various fun-filled games for children from LKG to YCS, conducted by the ICYM members. After the games, a stage program was held. The Masters of Ceremony were Priston Sequeira and Deran Crasta, while the
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On 5th November 2025, the members of the Legion of Mary from the Mother of God Church, Shakthinagar presidium, embarked on a pilgrimage trip filled with faith, fellowship, and joy. The pilgrimage included visits to ten beautiful churches in the Udupi Diocese, allowing the members to deepen their spiritual devotion and reflect together in prayer.
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The Catholic Sabha, Shakthinagar Unit of Mother of God Church, organized a Konkani and Kannada speech competition on Sunday, November 2nd, at the church hall. The event commenced with a prayer led by Mrs. Mary Pinto. Catholic Sabha President Mr. David Crasta welcomed the gathering, followed by the introduction of the judges by Mr. Tony
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