Media Release

Mangaluru, May 29: As schools prepare to reopen for the new academic year on June 1, the Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, organised a special Mass and Eucharistic Adoration for students on May 29, invoking god’s blessings upon children, parents, teachers, and the entire academic year ahead.

The celebration witnessed the participation of nearly 500 children along with their parents, making it a meaningful spiritual gathering before the commencement of the new school term.

Fr Sunil Pinto, principal of St Ann’s Group of Institutions, Kadaba, was the main celebrant of the Eucharistic celebration. In his homily, he emphasised the importance of beginning the academic year with commitment, discipline, and a spirit of prayer. He encouraged students to cultivate good study habits from the very beginning and to strive not only for academic excellence but also for growth in values, character, and faith.

Following the holy Mass, Fr Sunil led an hour-long Eucharistic Adoration before the blessed sacrament. During this prayerful service, the various intentions and needs of students were specially remembered. Prayers were offered for wisdom, good health, protection, concentration in studies, success in examinations, and guidance in making the right choices throughout the year.

The programme was organised as an opportunity for students to place their studies and future in the hands of god before returning to classrooms after the summer vacation. Parents joined their children in seeking the blessings of the Infant Jesus, who himself “grew in wisdom, age, and favour before God and man.”

Fr Stifan Perera, director of the Infant Jesus Shrine, welcomed the gathering and wished all students a fruitful and successful academic year filled with god’s blessings. Fr Melvin D’Cunha, superior of St Joseph’s Monastery, was also present for the celebration.

The special service concluded with a blessing for all the students and prayers for a grace-filled and productive academic year.