Triple celebration at Palanpur
Palanpur Parish saw a triple
celebration on 9th February. The first: RJM sisters celebrated
their foundress St. Claudine's feast in the parish. The whole liturgy was
animated by the sisters with entrance dance and offertory procession. At the
end all wished the sisters a happy Feast and thanked them for their selfless
service in Palanpur Mission.
The second: It was the 12th death
anniversary of William Cruz of Iqbalgadh. The family is so devoted and faithful
to the Catholic faith and the Church. Although the Church is too far from their
home, still they make it for the Sunday Eucharist. These actions strengthen the
faith of the community. The wife Tresa aunty and children Bindhu, Indhu along
with grandchildren and relatives were present on this day. The family
provided food for all the parishioners, boarding boys and girls. Surprisingly,
many turned up to the cemetery to bless the tomb.
The third: The Holy Childhood Sunday
was celebrated in the Parish. A special collection was made and sent to the
Archdiocese. Much awareness was made before the celebration so we are helped by
this Church organization. Boarding boys and girls engaged with telegames for
the whole day with lunch and snacks in between. The games began at 10.30 am and
ended at 4.30 pm. The children enjoyed it the most. These activities helped us
to give Jesus to the children so that one day they will realize that it is the
Catholic Church which boosted their self image and self confidence, and brought
to light the hidden talents of the children.
Gospel
Sharing in the families
Seven
Steps Method of Gospel sharing has been conducted at various families in Palanpur
Parish. The families express their availability and so the fathers and sisters from
the parish reach the families in the evenings to be part of the Gospel sharing.
We have experienced and witnessed many people reading the Word of God and participating
in spontaneous prayers. May the Word of God
find home in us!
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