First Annual Parish Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes
Church, Rangenahalli
The first annual Parish Feast of Our Lady of
Lourdes Church, Rangenahalli, was joyfully
celebrated on Friday, 7th February 2025. In
preparation for the feast, three days of Novena
was held in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes,
invoking her blessings upon the faithful.
The festive Mass commenced by a graceful dance
performed by children to the Jubilee Anthem. The
solemn Eucharistic celebration was presided over
by Rev. Fr. David Prakash, Parish Priest of
Hirebile and Diocesan Commission Coordinator,
alongside 20 concelebrating priests. After the
Eucharistic celebration, the gathered faithful
participated in a festive meal, fostering a
spirit of community and gratitude.
In the evening, a grand car procession of Our
Lady of Lourdes, beautifully decorated, made its
way through the main roads of Rangenahalli.
Devotees, holding lighted candles, joined the
procession in prayer, reciting the Rosary with
deep devotion.
The celebrations concluded with Eucharistic
Adoration, where the faithful received blessings
and expressed gratitude to God for His abundant
graces throughout the year.
Rev. Fr. George Fernandes Priest-in-Charge
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Rangenahalli
