Media Release

Mangaluru, Sep 21: The 50th golden jubilee community wedding celebration, organized by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Cathedral, Mangaluru, was held on Sunday September 20 with great devotion and grandeur.

The sacred ceremony was organized jointly by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP), Mangaluru Diocese, Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Cathedral, the parish priests, and the Christian community.

At the renowned Rosario Cathedral in Mangaluru, two couples entered into married life in the presence of the congregation through the celebration of the Holy Eucharistic Mass and prayers.

Msgr Maxim L Noronha, vicar general of the diocese of Mangalore, offered the Holy Mass and blessed the two newly married couples, praying for their happiness and a blessed married life.

Following the religious ceremonies, a felicitation programme for the newlyweds was held at the Rosario Cultural Hall, followed by a fellowship meal.

The programme was attended by Dr H R Fernandes, retired surgeon, as the chief guest.

The dignitaries present on the stage included Mary J Pinto, president of the SSVP unit; Irine Martis, secretary; Fr Valerian D'Souza, vicar/rector; Fr Pradeep Rodrigues; Fr Valerian Fernandes; and Cyril Rosario, vice-president. They extended their heartfelt wishes and blessings to the newly married couples.

The programme was compered by Linet D'Souza, master of ceremonies, who guided the proceedings of the felicitation programme.

The grand community wedding ceremony was successfully conducted with the generous support and cooperation of the Christian community, clergy, and volunteers of the parish.

The event marked a significant milestone in the service and charitable activities of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, celebrating its 50th golden jubilee through a meaningful celebration of marriage and community.