Vianney Sunday

Loreen Fernandes Vianney Sunday VIRAR, AUGUST 14, 2009: The Sunday evening Eucharist on August 09, 2009 was celebrated specially to felicitate our dear parish priests, Fr. Blany Pinto and Fr. Edwin Colaco, on the occasion of Vianney Sunday. In his homily, the main celebrant shared some insights on the life of the saint, who is duly revered for his simplicity and humility. The intercessions made during the prayer of the faithful spelt out the virtues of a committed pastor as contained in the word ‘SHEPHERD’. The recently elected parish pastoral council members were inducted during the Eucharist. The entire team of council members and the coordinators along with their respective association were thanked for their service to the church. The congregation was made aware of how much the diocese appreciated the commendable work done in the parish especially with the SCC’s and the youth. Floral tributes were presented to both the priests as a token of love. A fellowship meal was organized by the parish council thereafter. Vianney Sunday provides the congregation with a wonderful opportunity to express their sincere appreciation to the dedicated work the priests put into making the parish more vibrant. But for the many initiatives and opportunities the priests provide the congregation, they would have not felt the deep sense of belonging in the truly Salesian parish of Virar.