On 10th February 2025, St. Joseph Church, Kirwatti-Yellapur, joyfully celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation with Rt. Rev. Dr. Duming Dias, Bishop of Karwar, administering the sacrament to 39 candidates. The solemn Eucharistic celebration was a moment of grace and renewal for the parish community.
In his homily, Bishop Duming Dias emphasized the power of the Holy Spirit and the call to live a life of faith with commitment and courage. He urged the newly confirmed to be true witnesses of Christ, guided by the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
The parish community felicitated the bishop for his pastoral leadership and presence. Two other priests graced the occasion with their presence, adding to the solemnity of the celebration.
At the conclusion of the event, Fr. Michael Pinto expressed gratitude to the bishop, the priests, and all those who contributed to the success of this blessed day. The celebration ended with a spirit of joy and thanksgiving as the parish rejoiced in the faith journey of the newly confirmed.
