Elders in the family really deserve to be happy and engaged. The smile on their face tells us that they are happy. After serving the family and society all these long long years they need to be made still they are loved and part of the family St. Vincent de Paul Society, Mother of God […]
Organized by YCS Students The Youth Catholic Students (YCS) of the parish organized a series of engaging events to celebrate Children’s Day in November 2024. The celebrations were marked by joyful activities, enthusiastic participation, and moments of gratitude, making the events both memorable and meaningful. Children’s Day Games – November 10, 2024 The festivities began
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On 10th November, we visited the cemetery at Kulshekar at 4.30 p.m to pay our respects to the departed souls of the ward. We located 10 tombs, offered flowers, lighted candles and prayed for the repose of the souls. The visit was a part of the monthly service of SCC. 22 members were present and
Catechism teachers meet was held at Mother of God Church Shakthinagar on November 10th 2024. The feast of St Charles Borromeo, the one who initiated catechism in Catholic church was celebrated on 4th November. Parish Priest Rev Fr. Apolinaries Crasta applauded all the teachers who voluntarily teach catechism for the students from kindergarten to PU
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The Catholic Sabha of Mother of God Church, Shakthinagar unit, successfully conducted a signature campaign on 20th October 2024 to oppose the ongoing mining activities affecting the parishes of Pavur Uliya, Ranipura, Ullal Hoige, and Kenjaru. The campaign was organized following the decision to appeal to the Tribunal Court, with the approval of the Bishop’s
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On 20th October 2024, Mother of God Church, Shakthinagar, celebrated Mission Sunday with devotion and unity. Ward Gurkars distributed Mission Sunday covers to parishioners, inviting their contributions to support missionary work. During the Mass, community representatives presented offertory gifts, symbolizing the parish’s commitment to the mission cause. Afterward, the Auction (Elam) was led by Mr.
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The Parish Pastoral Parishad (PPP) training session was held on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at 4:00 PM in the Church mini hall. The session began with an opening prayer led by the parish priest, Rev. Fr. Apolinaris Crasta, invoking the Lord’s guidance for the proceedings. Rev. Fr. Joseph Martis, the vicar of Derabail Church, was
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The blessings of the vehicles was done at Mother of God Church Shakthinagar on Sunday 13th Oct 2024 after the 7AM mass. Parish priest Rev Fr Apolinaris Crasta, Fr Pramod Crasta and a guest priest Rev Dr Fr Richard DSouza OCD and PPP Secretary Mary Pinto were present. After the prayers by the parish priest,
The Feast of St. Vincent de Paul was celebrated on Sunday, 29th September, at Mother of God Church, Mariagiri, Shakthinagar. The event commenced with the Holy Eucharistic Mass, followed by a short program in the Mini Hall. President Dolphy Dsouza welcomed the gathering. Secretary Flavia Pinto presented the annual report, and Treasurer Deepak Dsouza presented
The New Corn Festival was celebrated at Dev Matha Ward on September 15, 2024, at the residence of Lilly Rodrigues. The event began at 6:00 p.m. Ward Gurkar Irene Monteiro warmly welcomed everyone. A prayer service led by ward members followed, including a floral offering to Infant Mary and reflection of gospel and on the