Maundy Thursday observed with devotion in parishes across twin districts
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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangalore
Mangalore, Mar 28: Devotees across parishes in the city observed Maundy Thursday on March 28 with much devotion and fervour.
The Eucharistic Mass was offered by Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza at Rosario Cathedral in the evening along with parish priest Fr Stany Goveas and other priests.
The Holy Mass was observed symbolically by the priests by breaking bread and sharing it among the altar boys.
Bishop Dr Aloysius called upon the faithful to follow the path of Jesus and keep their faith whatever be the sitaution, and also to serve the needy the way Jesus did.
The Bishop and the priests also observed the ritual of washing the feet of the disciples, a gesture which symbolises humility and is based on the practice of Jesus Christ washing the apostles' feet.
Maundy Thursday signifies the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles. The day is followed by Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday denoting Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus.
Parishioners of Udupi Diocese celebrated Maundy Thursday at Milagres Cathedral at 5.30 pm on Thursday March 28. Udupi Bishop Dr Gerald Issac Lobo came in a procession to offer the Mass along with 12 members of the parish council.
During the Mass, the Bishop spoke on three points of Maundy Thursday. The first擁nstead of speaking much about social activity we must act on it by helping the needy so our aim in life will be clear and perfect. The second priests are the representatives of God on this earth, from human as a human representing God. The third have to respect and believe in the Holy Sacrament which is a belief of Christians.
The Holy Mass and Maundy Thursday celebration was done under the leadership of the Bishop. Later, the Holy Sacrament was shifted further offerings and prayer to the main altar.
During the Mass, rector Fr Stany B Lobo, assistant parish priest Fr Prakash, Pilar Fathers Fr Ivan Rodrigues and Fr Agnel, and Fr Canute Barboza were present.
In Kundapur, parish priest of Basrur Church Fr Vishal Lobo conducted the ritual of washing the disciples feet.
Principal of St Philomena Pre-University College Fr Vijay Lobo conveyed the message of Christ. Fr Prakash Monteiro of the same College was present/
Apart from priests and nuns, scores of devotees were present.