On the occasion of the Feast of Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary, there was 9 days Novena for the preparation of the feast at Old Church Grotto from 9 days. Today (07-09-2018) was the last day of the Novena. So, all members of Porni Igarz ward and other neighboring wards gathered near the main road. Mr. Antony Fernandes welcomed the gathering. Assistant Parish Priest Rev Fr. Ashwin Aranha was a part of the programme. The procession began from main road till the Grotto of Mary. Rev Fr. Ashwin Aranha gave a message that this feast is closely related to our family. At last sweets and juice were distributed to all the people gathered.

Report by Samson Menezes

Pics by Arun Cabral