Shivamogga, December 8, 2024: Fr. Franklin D'Souza, Diocesan Youth Director, led the fifth day's Novena Mass at Mary Immaculate Church, Newtown, Bhadravati, on December 2nd at 6 p.m.
The day's theme was Mother Mary, Mother of Health. He spoke on the restorative health power of the Word of God. He led a healing prayer.
After Mass, there was a short procession around the church. Parish Priest Fr. Lancy Barthalomeo D'Souza led the procession and Novena. He thanked Fr. Franklin D'Souza for his availability in helping his parishioners during the Novena. Meals were served for all.