Grand Parents and Elders day Celebrated.
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Report: Anita Mathias- Director, Commission of Family.
In order to celebrate the World Grand Parents and Elders day and to honor the Elderly persons and Grand Parents of our church, the Commission for Family celebrated Grandparents Day at our Church on July 28 at 8.00 am Mass. Around 150 elderly persons and Grandparents were present during the mass, Whole liturgy was conducted by Elderly persons and grandparents. Rev Fr. Pascal Menezes celebrated the mass with co celebrant Rev. Fr. John Lobo. Rev Fr. Pascal Menezes in his homily said that the importance of Grandparents and the elderly persons in our life. He said to keep them happy and listen to their grievances. He asked to read the Keerthan 71 at home. “Don’t ignore the elderly persons during my old age” and ask them to practice. He said hence you crossed 1st and 2nd stage and now you are in third stage of your life so enjoy the fullest and ignore the minor suffering. This event recognized the invaluable role of grandparents in our lives and promoted intergenerational bonding. The day was filled with love, gratitude, and appreciation for the elderly. It reminded us of the wisdom and experience they share with us, enriching our lives. Such celebrations foster a sense of unity and respect for the elderly, making society a better place for everyone.
At the end Rev. Fr. Jerome Monterio said he himself is a Senior Citizen and wished on behalf of Fr. Pascal and himself to all the Grandparents and elderly people good health and praised their contribution towards church and society. After the mass he and Fr. Pascal hand shacked with the Grandparents. The Program was concluded after a taking a group photo with the Senior Citizens and Grand parents.
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