April 2, 2021 : Good Friday, the commemoration of the Crucifixion and death of Jesus occupies an important place. Good Friday is being celebrated throughout the world with great devotion and sorrow.
The Good Friday service in Our Lady of Perpetual Succour church commenced at 6pm with Fr Joachim Dsouza as the main celebrant along with Fr Denis Dsouza.
Good Friday Service is divided into three segments,
Reading of passages from Holy Scriptures including the Passion of Christ from the Gospel of St. John and prayers for the various intentions of the church.
Veneration of the Cross.
Holy Communion.
The Passion of Christ was narrated by Fr Joachim , Fr. Denis Dsouza and Mr Avil Dsouza.
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Fr. Joachim in his homily stressed on the significance of suffering Jesus teaches us to forgive,He calls us for reconciliation with our fellow breatheren and participation in the suffering and death of Jesus brings blessings on us and on our families.
Fr. Joachim brought the Crucifix to the altar which was unveiled step by step with respect and adored the Crucified Christ.The faithful paid respect to the Crucified Christ by kissing the Crucifix.
The Good Friday service concluded with the procession of the Body of Christ.