Mangalore Diocese News

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Mangaluru, Jan 29 : Guardian Angel Church, Angelore, Nagori celebrated Parish Day on 28th January 2024. The celebrations commenced with celebration of the Holy Eucharist by the Parish Priest Rev. Fr William Menezes at 7.30 a.m.

Thereafter the parishioners assembled at Guardian Angel Church to join hands in the preparation of the dinner. About 150 parishioners including the youth helped the Chef in preparing the meals. Meanwhile another group of enthusiasts joined hands to make arrangements at the church premises for the cultural programme to be held in the evening.

The cultural programme began at 5.45 p.m. The programme began with the religious sisters of the four convents of the Parish invoking the blessings of God with a prayer song. Rev. Sr Jacintha Saldanha, the Superior of Western Province of St. Ann’s Providence, was the Chief Guest, who was felicitated on being appointed Superior. Ms. Lavita D’Souza was felicitated for her exceptional achievement in the field of education. The sponsors of the programme and the people who contributed to the success of the programme were also honoured. Rev. Fr William Menezes, Parish Priest; Rev. Fr Jerald Francis Pinto, Socius Priest; Mr. Paul Rodrigues, Vice President of Parish Pastoral Council; Mrs. Lolina D’Souza, Secretary of PPC; Ms. Renita Menezes, Coordinator of 21 Pastoral Commissions; Rev. Sr Jacintha Saldanha, Chief Guest; and Mrs. Jyothi Dias, Convener of Small Christian Communities were present on the Dais.

After the formal programme, a variety of cultural programmes ensued. Eight groups representing 21 wards of the Parish and the religious sisters presented a variety of programmes comprising songs, dances, skits, and comedies. The grand event concluded with a fellowship meal prepared by the parishioners. As the parishioners relished their meal, the youth entertained them with songs and dances.