October 14, 2024: Rev. Fr. Franklin D'Souza led the Adoration and Novena at St. Lawrence Minor Basilica in Attur, Karkala, Diocese of Udupi, on Thursday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The Adoration commenced at 9:00 a.m. Rev. Fr Franklin D'Souza shared a passage from Mark 10:17-34, focusing on the encounter between a wealthy individual and Jesus, where the individual posed the question, "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" Rev. Fr Franklin D'Souza delved into the significance of this question and its relevance to our own lives. Subsequently, he conducted a healing service, praying for the well-being of those present. Brother John D'Souza provided musical accompaniment during this segment.
At 11:00 s.m., Rev. Fr Franklin D'Souza presided over the Novena Mass, while Rev. Fr Larry Pinto led the Novena dedicated to St. Lawrence.
At the conclusion of the Novena, Assistant Parish Priest Rev. Fr Larry Franklin Pinto expressed gratitude to Rev Fr Franklin D'Souza, Brother John D'Souza, and all sponsors who contributed to the success of the Novena.