Karkala, Attur: On January 19, 2025, Sunday, at 7:30 AM, the feast of St. Sebastian was celebrated with a Holy Eucharistic celebration. Rev. Dr. Gensil Alva, the esteemed priest from Kallianpur Church, was the main celebrant. Following the celebration, the statue of St. Sebastian was brought in a procession, and blessings were given.
Subsequently, the official inauguration of the St. Lawrence Annual Festival took place. The ceremony was led by Rev. Dr. Gensil Alva, with the presence of the Parish Priest of St. Lawrence Basilica Fr. Alban D'Souza, Assistant Priests Fr. Larry Pinto and Fr. Roman Mascarenhas, Spiritual Guide Fr. Valesh Aranha, Vice President of the Parish Pastoral Council Santosh D'Silva, Secretary Ronald Noronha, and Coordinator of the 20 Committee Benedict Noronha. They inaugurated the annual festival by lighting a lamp.
In his address, Rev. Dr. Gensil Alva stated that the St. Lawrence Feast has been celebrated for many years, uniting people of all castes, religions, and communities. He emphasized that numerous blessings and miracles occur at this sacred place. He wished for continued cooperation from everyone. Santosh D'Silva, Vice President of the Parish Pastoral Council, facilitated the event. Ronald Noronha, the Secretary, expressed gratitude at the end of the ceremony. Members of the Attur Church Parish Pastoral Council and devotees also participated in the celebration.