BIS #6316 18 receive Jesus for the 1st time at Virar

by Father Anton D'souza for BISMumbai


On 19 March, solemnity of St. Joseph, 18 candidates from Virar East received Jesus for the first time in the Eucharist celebrated by Father Anton D'Souza. Father Gregory D'Almeida and Father Bento D'Souza.

In a special celebration for parents and communicants, following pandemic norms, the Church was unusually packed, although all social distancing norms were followed.

After the Eucharist, photographs were clicked in masks, certificates were handed over and snacks served. Teachers Gracy and Hazel prepared the students through online classes.