Corpus Christi Church Celebrates Christ the King Feast and Confraternity Sunday

News report: Ivy Serrao
PC : Pius D’Souza

Moodbidri, Nov 24, 2024 : The Corpus Christi Church, Moodbidri, observed the Solemnity of Christ the King and Confraternity Sunday with a grand celebration on Sunday at 4 p.m. The Holy Eucharistic Mass was presided over by Rev. Dr. Prakash Montiero, Principal of St. Philomena College, Puttur, alongside Rev. Fr. Onil D’Souza and Rev. Fr. Maxim Cardoza.

The Corpus Christi Church Choir enriched the liturgy with their harmonious singing, elevating the spiritual experience of the congregation.

In his homily, Rev. Dr. Prakash Montiero emphasized the profound significance of the Holy Eucharist in the lives of the faithful. Citing historical examples, he highlighted how the Eucharist has strengthened and transformed lives throughout history. Quoting, “The Holy Eucharist is the ultimate medicine for everlasting life,” Fr. Montiero encouraged the congregation to emulate Jesus by surrendering to God’s will and dedicating themselves to their responsibilities towards the Church and community.

Following the Mass, a brief adoration of the Blessed Sacrament was held. The event proceeded with a solemn Eucharistic procession through the streets of Moodbidri. The Blessed Sacrament, displayed prominently in a beautifully adorned monstrance placed on a decorative vehicle, was accompanied by the clergy and a large number of faithful.

Corpus Christi church children’s band performed all throughout the procession.
The procession served as a public expression of faith and a prayerful invocation for blessings upon the city and its inhabitants.

The celebration concluded with Benediction in the church, followed by refreshments for all attendees. The event marked a spiritually enriching and communal day for the parishioners, reinforcing their faith and unity.