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Chrism Mass held at Diocese of Shivamogga led by Bishop Francis Serrao SJ

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Chrism Mass held at Diocese of Shivamogga led by Bishop Francis Serrao SJ

Shivamogga: The Diocese of Shivamogga celebrated Chrism Mass on March 21st, 2024 at the Sacred Heart Cathedral, Shivamogga.

On March 20th All the Clergy serving in the Diocese of Shivamogga gathered at the Pastoral Renewal Centre, Sannidhi, Shivamogga for the Recollection. Fr Jossie SJ preached the Recollection. At 6:15 he spoke on ‘Interiority’. 7:15 pm he led the adoration.

On Day 2, March 21st, at 9 am Fr Jossie SJ dealt with ‘Discernment in troubled times’. At 10:30 am confessions were organised. At 12 noon Bishop Francis Serrao SJ addressed his Clergy and gave his message. Msgr. Felix Joseph Noronha, Vicar General of the Diocese of Shivamogga thanked the preacher and Bishop Francis for organising the Recollection. He also thanked Sannidhi Director Msgr. Duming Dias.

At 5:30 pm Most Rev. Dr Francis Serrao SJ, Bishop of the Diocese of Shivamogga concelebrated the Holy Eucharist with his Priests at the Sacred Heart Cathedral, Shivamogga. A large number of faithful and religious sisters participated in the Chrism Mass. The Bishop-Elect of the Diocese of Karwar Msgr. Duming Dias preached a meaningful homily on the occasion. Bishop blessed the oils and the priests renewed their commitment to the Church.

Parish Priest Rev. Fr Stany D’Souza thanked everyone. The program concluded at 7:30 pm.


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