Dec. 17, 2017: Second day of retreat for the conclusion of Family Year in the Diocese of Shimoga at Shrine of Our Lady of Health began at 7 a.m. with Praise and Worship led by Bro. William D'Souza and Fr. Franklin. After the at 9 a.m. again Praise and Worship was led by Fr Franklin D'Souza. At 9:30 a.m. Fr. Jesu Rakshak Nathan spoke on "Word of God in the family". At 10:30 a.m. Bro. T. K. George took a talk on "Repentance and Reconciliation". At 12 p.m. six priests helped in confessions.
Afternoon at 2:15 p.m. Praise and Worship was led by Bro. William D'Souza and Fr Franklin D'Souza. At 3 p.m. Fr Franklin D'Souza concelebrated Holy Eucharist with Shrine Rector Fr. Anthony Peter and Assistant Fr Anil Kumar. He preached homily about "Courage, Conviction and Faith of John the Baptist". Our mission is to give Jesus with our simplicity like John. At 4 p.m. Fr Franklin D'Souza led the anointing Adoration. He prayed for the Children, Youth, Couples, Widows, Legion of Mary and Vincent De Paul Society members.
Fr Peter Anthony thanked every one for the spirit filled retreat.
Legion of Mary as well as Vincent De Paul Society of the Diocese of Shimoga took part in the retreat.
