Most Rev. Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo, the Bishop of the Diocese of Udupi administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to 86 Children of Our Lady of Health Church, Shirva on 12th November 2017.
In his homily Bishop spoke about the importance of the sacrament of Confirmation in ones spiritual growth. He also said that the sacrament of confirmation sanctifies, empowers and prepares the faithful to face the spiritual challenges of life. The sacrament of Confirmation makes us the temples of the Holy Spirit. The Bishop also spoke on the 7 gifts and 12 fruits of the Holy Spirit which are gratuitous gifts of God to live a life of holiness. The Parish Priest of Shirva V. Rev. Fr Stany Tauro was present during the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration along with four other priests.
