June 3, 2024: Fr Franklin D'Souza, Parish Priest of Our Lady of Assumption Church, Hiriyur, Chitradurga District celebrated First Saturday Novena Holy Eucharist at Our Lady of Health Basilica Harihar on June 1st 2024.
At 5:30pm Legion of Mary led the Rosary. Then Basilica Rector Rev. Fr George K A led the Novena prayers. At 6pm Franklin D'Souza celebrated Holy Eucharist and preached a homily on "Mother Mary is role model of our faith". He explained the importance of Obedience, Surrender, Sacrifice and Trusting the Word of God.
Rector of Basilica Rev. Fr George K. A. welcomed Fr Franklin D'Souza and thanked him. After the Mass Fr George K A led the mantapa prayers.
Then Fr Franklin D'Souza led the healing adoration. Great number of faithful were present. Many witnessed healings during the adoration.
Food was served for all the devotees.