Remembering and Honouring the dear ones : All Souls' Day observed at Valencia Church

: 3-Nov-2023 11:09:34:am

By Gordon D'almeida

Mangaluru, Nov 3, 2023 : On All Souls' Day, people visit cemeteries and graves of their loved ones to offer prayers, light candles, and place flowers. Many churches also hold special Masses or services to commemorate and pray for the souls of the departed.

At Valencia church, mass began at 5.30pm on November 2. The main celebrant was parish priest Fr Roque DSa. Asst parish priest Vijay Monterio, St Antony Ashram Jeppu, Asst Director Fr Avinash Pais and Fr William Barracas were the co-celebrants.

After the mass a small prayer service was held at the cemetery which was led by Fr Vijay, followed by blessing of the graves which was done by Fr Roque, Fr Vijay,Fr Avinash and Fr Ivan.

Small children and Adults were seen lighting candles around the graves. The graves at the Cemetery were decorated with flowers and candles lit by the respective families and beloved members expressing their bond of love.