Bendur: The long-awaited Adoration Chapel at Bendur was inaugurated by Rev. Fr. Lawrence Maxim Noronha, Vicar General, in the presence of a large number of parishioners.
The programme began with an introduction and welcome by Fr. Joel Monteiro, Assistant Parish Priest. Rev. Fr. Lawrence Maxim Noronha formally inaugurated the chapel by cutting the ribbon. Addressing the gathering, he described the chapel as a blessing for the faithful, providing an opportunity to adore Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. He also offered special prayers for all those who worked and financially supported the project.
Fr. Arun Wilson Lobo proclaimed the Bible reading, while Fr. Ozmond Roshan Dsouza led the prayer of the faithful.
Fr. Walter Dsouza expressed his gratitude to all the workers, benefactors and supporters who contributed to making the chapel a reality.
A Holy Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. Lawrence Maxim Noronha. Following the Mass, the Blessed Sacrament was solemnly placed in the Adoration Chapel.
A large number of parishioners gathered to participate in the celebration and receive the blessings of the Lord.
The programme concluded with the distribution of cake and juice to all those present.
The inauguration marked a significant spiritual milestone for the Bendur parish community, offering the faithful a dedicated place for prayer, adoration and communion with the Lord.