Bangalore Archdiocese

By Fr Franklin Dsouza

Hosadurga- Chitradurga, June 29, 2024 : St. Anthony's Church, Hosadurga celebrated its Annual feast today.

At 10:30am Rosary and Chariot procession led by the Parish Priest Rev. Fr Victor Pais. At 11am Festal Mass led by Rev. Fr Lancy Barthalomeo D'Souza, Parish Priest of Immaculate Conception Church, New Town, Bhadravati. Deanery Priests and Jubilarians concelebrated the festal Holy Eucharist.

Fr Lancy Barthalomeo D'Souza preached a meaningful homily on the life of St. Anthony. He stressed that the power of Miracles worked because of the Word of God and Prayer life of St. Anthony. He stressed the need for prayer in our lives.

At the end of the Holy Eucharist Rev.  Fr Franklin D'Souza blessed the candles. Rev. Fr Stephen Maxi Albuquerque distributed the candles to the faithful and donors.

Rev. Fr Victor Pais and the faithful of St. Anthony's Church, Hosadurga felicitated Rev. Fr Franklin D'Souza, Rev. Fr Stephen Albuquerque and Rev. Fr Lancy D'Souza as they completed the Sacerdotal Silver Jubilee this year. They were honoured with a Shawl, garland and a gift.

Anto Christopher Fernandes and Dayana were honoured for their achievement in SSLC.

Rev. Fr Victor Pais, Parish Priest thanked those who contributed for the success of the feast.

Rev. Fr Lancy D'Souza on behalf of the guest Priests thanked Parishioners and Parish Priest.

Festal meal was served for all.