Green Day observed at Bajjodi
Mangaluru: ICYM Bajjodi unit organized ‘Green Day’ on Sunday, July 15th at 8.00 am in the church premises. The celebration began with a prayer song by youth. Asst. Priest Fr Patrick Lobo presided as the Chief Guest. Parish Priest Fr Ivan D’souza, Fr Patrick Lobo, Vice President, Joseph Mascarenhas, Secretary Irene Pinto and Animator Kiran Crasta planted a sapling as an expression of love and concern for nature.
Fr Patrick Lobo in his inspiring message highlighted the significance of the day. He urged all to join hands for this noble cause and help in little ways to curb the destruction of this planet.
The youth planted 50 saplings in the pots. In the end, Fr Ivan D’Souza appreciated and congratulated the organizers and all the participants for their active involvement in the Vanamahotsava.
This programme was compered by Joel Fernandes. Pranita welcomed the gathering. The vote of thanks was delivered by Princiya.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel honoured at Bajjodi
The feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel was celebrated on Saturday, July 14th at 5:30 pm with great devotion and fervour at the Infant Mary Church, Bajjodi.
The Solemn Eucharistic Celebration of Our Lady of Mount Carmel began at 5:30 pm. It was presided over by Fr Ryan Pinto together with Parish Priest Fr Ivan D’souza, Asst. Priest Fr Patrick Lobo and Fr Shabas Crasta. Fr Rayan Pinto preached an inspiring homily on the theme “Queen beauty of Carmel”.
Scapulars, the sign of the motherly protection of Mary were distributed to the faithful after the mass. A Good number of parishioners participated in the Holy Mass. The choir, with the singers and musicians, was very meaningful and melodious. The feast liturgy of was organized by the Secular Carmel members.