On 18th November 2024, a significant and joyous occasion took place at St. Francis Assisi Church in Hadinbal. 76 children from the parish received the Sacrament of Confirmation. The ceremony was conducted by the Most Rev. Duming Dias, Bishop of Karwar, who presided over the event with great reverence and spiritual guidance.
The Confirmation Mass began with a warm welcome from the parish priest, followed by a beautiful liturgy that included hymns, prayers, and reflections on the importance of the sacrament. The children, who had been preparing for months under the guidance of their teachers, approached the altar with great devotion and eagerness to receive the Holy Spirit through the sacrament.
Bishop Duming Dias, in his homily, emphasized the significance of the sacrament as a strengthening of one’s faith and a commitment to living as active members of the Church. He urged the candidates to stay true to their Christian values, remain strong in their faith, and continue their journey of spiritual growth.
After the homily, each child was individually called forward to receive the sacrament of confirmation, as the bishop anointed them with the sacred Chrism oil, signifying their full initiation into the Church and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.
The entire congregation joined in prayer, supporting the candidates as they received this important sacrament, which marked a new chapter in their spiritual lives. The ceremony was a moment of great joy and reflection, not only for the children but for their families and the entire parish community. Around 1000 people witnessed this great event.
