September 8, 2023: The Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary was celebrated at Our Lady of Health Church, Shirva. Monthi Fest holds great cultural importance, serving as a significant harvest celebration within the Catholic community. This festivity showcases a diverse array of delectable vegetarian dishes crafted from locally cultivated vegetables. Notably, the newly harvested rice takes center stage during the feast, symbolically distributed in churches following a blessed ceremony.

The proceedings were initiated by Rev. Fr. Dr. Leslie D’Souza, who blessed the new rice at Msgr. Hilary Rangamantapa. This was followed by a procession to Our Lady of Health Church, Shirva, with Rev. Fr. Rolwin Aranha as the main celebrant. Rev. Fr. Ronson Pinto and Deacon Jason Lobo were also present during this ceremony.

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August 06, 2023: St. Christopher’s feast (Patron of vehicle Riders) was celebrated at Shirva Parish. At 7:15 am in the morning, the Eucharistic Mass was celebrated. After the mass, Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Dr. Leslie D’Souza, Rev. Fr. Rolwin Aranha, Rev. Fr. Ronson Pinto and Deacon Jason blessed all the vehicles brought by the parishioners. Catholic Sabha Shirva and ICYM Shirva unit arranged the parking of the vehicles in a systematic manner. Prayers were offered during the event for our safety. 20 Lucky prizes were given based on the coupons selected.

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July 2, 2023: The Commission for Youth under Our Lady of Health Church organized a half-day program named ‘YUVA SHIBHIR’ for the youth of Shirva parish, aged between 18 and 28 years. Rev. Fr. Cyril Lobo was the resource person who trained the youth in various aspects. Nearly 60 youths participated in this program. The program was coordinated by Mrs. Jackaline Mendonca, the coordinator for the Commission for Youth. V. Rev. Fr. Leslie D’Souza, Rev. Fr. Ronson Pinto, Rev. Fr. Rolwin Aranha, Mr. Melwyn Aranha, Mrs. Flavia D’Souza, and Mrs. Leena Machado were present during the inauguration of this program.

Adult catechism, based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, for the people of God. This will be held 15 minutes prior to every mass.

   

4 June, 2023: Sunday Catechism was inaugurated at Our Lady of Health Church Shirva.

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