Mangaluru, Jul 22: Holy Cross Church in Kulshekar witnessed a significant event on July 21st morning as 48 children were formally inducted as altar servers during the 9:30 AM Mass. This ceremony marked a pivotal milestone for the parish, highlighting the spiritual growth and commitment of the young participants to serve at the altar.
The Mass, presided over by Fr Clifford Fernandes, featured a poignant homily that resonated with the newly inducted servers and the congregation, emphasizing themes of service and dedication. Fr Clifford Fernandes and Fr Vijay Monteiro jointly conducted the induction ceremony, offering spiritual guidance and encouragement to the young altar servers.
The proceedings were skillfully coordinated by Sr Reena, Gladys, and Matilda, ensuring that the event was both memorable and spiritually enriching for all attendees.
Assistant parish priest Fr Paul Sebastian, parish leaders including Ruth Castelino, vice president of the parish council, and Anil D’Sa, the secretary, were among the dignitaries present. Dolphy D’Souza, secretary of the 21 association, also graced the occasion with his presence, underscoring the community’s support for the new altar servers.
The ceremony culminated in a group photograph, capturing the jubilant spirit of the occasion and the readiness of the new altar servers to embark on their journey of service to the parish.
