Mother of God Church

The Easter celebration started at 7:30 pm. Rev Fr Gerald Dsouza lighted the Easter Candle from the New Fire and carried it to the Altar in a procession. As the candle was taken down the aisle, parishioners lit the candles from the flame, illuminating the area in candlelight. Water was blessed and the Holy water […]

The Good Friday service in Shakthinagar Church commenced at 5 pm on 2nd April 2021 with Rev Fr Gerald Dsouza as the main celebrant along with Rev Fr Antony Shera. The Passion of Christ was narrated by Fr Gerald Dsouza, Gregs Pinto and Gladson Pereira. Fr Antony in his homily stressed the significance of suffering

Maundy Thursday was celebrated at Shakthinagar on April 1st, 2021. Rev Fr Gerald Dsouza was the main celebrant of the mass. Rev Fr Nilesh Crasta concelebrated. After the mass adoration was held.

Palm Sunday was celebrated on 28th March 2021. At 7:15 am the blessing of palms took place. After the blessing of palms, it was taken to the church. Rev Fr Gerald Dsouza was the main celebrant.

The annual Retreat of the parish was held from March 18th to March 20th, 2021. The retreat was conducted by Rev Fr Antony Shera, Secretary CBE. The 3 days retreat began with praise and worship at 5 pm followed by the talk. The retreat used to conclude with Eucharistic Celebration and adoration. On the 2nd

Devotees gathered in large numbers at 7:00 am and at 5:30 pm to participate in the Holy Eucharist. Fr Nilesh Crasta was the main celebrant for the morning service, Fr Joseph Crasta concelebrated. Fr Gerald Dsouza led the evening service. The Ashes were blessed and sprinkled on the faithful as they came in procession with

The annual Parish feast of Mother of God Church Shakthinagar was celebrated on 17 January 2021. The donors (muddhom), as well as those who rendered their services to the parish, were honored by presenting them the ‘Candle of Honour’ by Bishop Emeritus. Prior to the Mass Dr. Cyprian Monteiro of our parish was felicitated for

On 3rd January 2021, 6 children received their First Holy Communion. The mass began at 8:30 am. The children actively participated in the liturgy. Readings, Psalm singing, Prayers of faithful were all managed by the communicants. Parish Priest Rev Fr Gerald DSouza was the main celebrant. Rev Fr Nilesh Crasta concelebrated. After the Eucharistic celebration

The people of Shakthnagar gathered to give thanks to the Lord for all the Blessings they received throughout the year and prayed for the coming year 2021. The adoration began at 7:oo pm. Rev Fr Nilesh Crasta led the adoration. At 8 pm the thanksgiving mass began. Parish Priest Rev Fr Gerald Dsouza was the

Christmas is a season filled with joy and love over the birth of Jesus. Shakthinagar Parishioners gathered to celebrate this joyous Christmas celebration on 24th December 2020. At 7.00 pm, the Christmas carols began which was followed by the Eucharistic celebration at 8:00 pm. Rev Fr Gerald Dsouza, Parish Priest was the main celebrant, Rev