September 8,2022 : The feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Monti Fest) was celebrated , The celebration began with blessing of new paddy corns near the mother Mary grotto, followed by procession to the church by singing Moriyek hogalsiyan .
The Holy festive Solemn High Mass began at 8:45 am and was concelebrated by Rev.Fr Rohan Dias, Redemptorist along with parish priest Rev Fr. Denis Dsouza. The liturgy was conducted by various wards of the parish
In his beautiful homily, Rev Fr. Rohan Dias, pointed out on Mother Mary and we need to make devotion to Mother of Lord, Mother Mary. She was chosen by the God and became Mother of Jesus Christ. Mother Mary also Mother of us. Mother Mary listened to the good news from God and She followed the God throughout Her life. She is the Salvation of Humanity and we, devotees of Mather Mary should respect the humanity as well.
At the end of the celebrations after the announcement by the Parish Priest , the Mordom donours for the feast were honored , Meanwhile candles also distributed to sponsors of the feast during the end of the mass. Fr.Denis also handed over prizes to the winners’ of ‘Mother Mary'quiz competition.
The blessed corn was arranged and sponsored by Mr. Arun Dsilva, Vice president of the parish Council. Very delicious dessert and sugarcane was served to all the parishioners after the celebration .
Rev Fr. Denis Dsouza wished every parishioners a happy and blessed Monthi Fest- 2022