Monday, July 28, 2014

Pilgrimage to Velankanni and Poondy Shrines

The Provincial arranged a visit to the shrines close by. This morning around 5am we left for Velannkanni which is called the Lourdes of India. Throughout the year the pilgrims flock to thank Mother Mary for the favours received. The pilgrims and devotees belong to all sections of the india society. This shrine is busy one and the priests are available for the spiritual needs of the devotees. The priests are now getting ready for the feast which will be preceded by 9 days novenas by the end of august.

 I was granted permission to celebrate 10am Mass this morning. The Mass was in English and good number of faithful from outside the state. I preached a homily on the day's Gospel.
 On the way we visited this famous temple
 This is shrine of our Lady Poondy Matha, close to Velannkani


 We spent some time praying the rosary here in this beautiful Cathedral. One of the capuchins from North Tamilnadu province is rendering his spiritual services.

 The orphanage run by the province but looked by the capuchin sisters from Philippines.

 The children performed some dances and an act too...These are semi orphan...some of them have either  mothers or fathers.....they study in government schools....the friars along with sisters look after the chidden.....they always look support and donors to run this orphanage....Here is a golden opportunity to make these children smile with your donation....


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