The Bishop of Udupi, Most Rev. Dr. Gerald Lobo was on Pastoral Visit to St Dominic Church Miyar from 24th to 26th September, 2022. V. Rev. Fr Paul Rego, the Parish Priest of Miyar and the parishioners extended a warm welcome to him.
After the preliminary rites, the Bishop visited the cemetery and conducted prayer service. The Bishop had a session on Catechism for the Confirmation children. Then He interacted with Parish finance committee members.
On 25th September, the Confirmation Mass was celebrated with great joy. 60 children received the Sacrament of Confirmation. In his homily, the bishop emphasised on the importance of family life.
After the Mass, the Bishop had meetings with several groups, viz. Altar Boys; ICYM; YCS; Catholic Sabha; SFO; Legion of Mary, SVP and Parish Pastoral Council with 20 commissions’ animators. He also attended the Small Christian Community meeting in one of the wards.
On 26th morning the Bishop celebrated the holy Eucharist followed by visit to the sick people. He also paid visit to Pallotti Vikas Seminary. Later He had meeting with Sthree Sanghatan members. The Pastoral Visit concluded on Monday 26th with a Prayer Service.