Ordained on Monday, Fr Munib Pradhan celebrated his first Mass yesterday. In 2004 he saw the desecration of his parish; in 2008, he experienced the persecution of Christians in Kandhamal.
The celebration is one of the most important in India. Usually, Christians come from all over the country, but this year, the rupee recall created problems. A procession with candles made its way through the streets of Berhampur in memory of Mary’s apparition to Saint Catherine Labouré.
Prayer for the deceased bishops and for the victims of persecution. "Do not hesitate to help those who have died, and offer up prayers for them."
The ceremony took place on October 2, Gandhi’s birthday. The organization was impressive, with the participation of the highest federal officials and the West Bengal government. There were over 20 thousand faithful, the apostolic nuncio, three cardinals, 49 bishops, 500 priests and 1,000 nuns.
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