The session of lent in the liturgical calendar begins on Ash Wednesday. The 40 days of Lent marks the memory of Jesus spending days in the desert where he spent in fasting and in prayer before beginning his public ministry. Hence Ash Wednesday is an important day. This year Ash Wednesday was observed on the […]
The people of Shakthinagar gathered to give thanks to the Lord for all the Blessings they received throughout the year 2021 and prayed for the coming year 2022. The adoration began at 7:00 pm. Rev Fr Pramod Crasta led the adoration. At 8 pm the thanksgiving mass began. Rev Fr Gerald Dsouza was the main
Christmas is a season filled with joy and love over the birth of Jesus. Shakthinagar Parishioners gathered to celebrate Christmas 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 was the main celebrant, Rev Fr Pramod Crasta preached the
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The children’s day was celebrated on 14th November 2021 at Mother of God church Shakthinagar. The Eucharistic celebration was offered for their special intentions. From KG to 10th-grade catechism students participated in various games conducted by the catechism teachers. The winners were congratulated by Parish Priest Fr Gerald Dsouza with prizes. Fr Pramod Crasta, Catechism
On Sunday, October 17th, 2021 during the Eucharistic celebration Fr Gerald Dsouza inaugurated Synod 2021-23 by unveiling the Synodal logo in the presence of the assembled faithful. Fr Nilesh Crasta, Fr Pramod Crasta, Vice President Vincent Carlo, Commission Convener Asha Monteiro were present. During the homily, Fr Gerald explained the meaning of the Synodal logo.
The vehicle blessing ceremony was held on 9th and 10th October 2021 soon after the mass at Church Premises. A short prayer service was led by Fr Gerald Dsouza and Fr Pramod Crasta who blessed the vehicles by sprinkling Holy water.
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On 26th September 2021, 11 children received their First Holy Communion. The mass began at 8:00 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 and Rev Fr Pramod Crasta
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The feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary was solemnly celebrated at Shakthinagar Church on 8th September 2021 at 8:00 am. The parishioners offered flowers as a mark of respect and love to Mother Mary. The new corns were brought by Gurkar’s during the mass to the alter. It was blessed at the
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The 9 days of Novena in preparation for the Nativity Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary was started on Monday, 30th August and continued till 7th September at Shakthinagar Church. The novena mass was at 6:00 pm led by Fr. Gerald Dsouza, Fr Nilesh Crasta, and Fr Pramod Crasta. The liturgy was conducted by wards
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Mother of God Church Shakthinagar celebrated 75th Independence Day at the church grounds. ICYM President Gregs Pinto welcomed the gathering. Fr Gerald Dsouza hoisted the Indian flag and delivered his message. Coconut sapling was planted by ICYM members on this occasion. Fr Nilesh Crasta, Parish Pastoral Parishad Secretary Pauline Dsouza, ICYM President Gregs Pinto, ICYM