Parish News

Maundy Thursday, the mass of the Last Supper, Holy Thursday are some of the names this day is known by. Holy Mother Church begins the celebration of the Paschal Triduum today. We closely reflect the infinite love and mercy of God depicted through the total self-emptying sacrifice of His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.

Maundy Thursday is the Thursday before Easter, believed to be the day when Jesus celebrated his final Passover with His disciples reminiscence was celebrated on the 28th March, 2024. The service commenced at 6:00 PM.

Rev Fr Gilbert Lobo,CsSR, Alangar was the main celebrant and Rev Fr Denis Dsouza , Parish Priest was the co-celebrant during the mass.

In the sermon Rev Fr Gilbert Lobo explained how Jesus Christ had set an example to each one of us by washing the feet of his disciple. He emphasized on the role that priests play in building the church and uniting its people through faith and prayer.

As a symbolic gesture and as a tradition to commemorate Jesus' selfless act of washing his disciples' feet, Rev Fr Denis Dsouza washed the feet of the twelve chosen parishioners.

The Parish Choir animated the ceremony with melodious voices , all the parishioners took part in Maundy Thursday service with great devotion.