Nearly 4,000 devotees from Goa and neighbouring states gathered at Bethlehem, Karwar, on Monday to participate in the annual Feast of the Miraculous Cross, celebrated with deep faith and devotion.
The solemn Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Fr. Gabriel Coutinho, Parish Priest of Our Lady of Rosary Church, Navelim, as the main celebrant, along with several concelebrating priests.
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During the celebrations, Fr. Salvador highlighted that the pilgrimage centre has completed 20 years of its spiritual journey. He expressed gratitude to the faithful for their unwavering devotion and continued participation in the annual feast, while extending Feast greetings to all the devotees.
The annual celebration once again showcased the strong spiritual bond between the Catholic faithful of Goa and Karwar, with thousands of pilgrims participating in the religious observances in an atmosphere of prayer, thanksgiving and devotion.
