Udupi, March 31, 2025: Fr. Franklin D'Souza led a half-day retreat at Stella Maris Shrine, Kalmadi, Diocese of Udupi on Saturday, March 27, 2025.
The retreat began at 9:00 a.m. with the Rosary, praise, and worship led by Bro. John. Then, at 9:40 a.m., Fr. Franklin D'Souza gave a teaching on the Jubilee theme, "Hope never disappoints us." He based his teaching on Luke 24:1-10.
At 11:00 a.m., he led healing adoration and prayed for the sick and suffering.
At 12:00 p.m., Fr. Franklin D'Souza celebrated the Holy Eucharist with the Rector of the Shrine, Rev. Fr. Baptist Menezes.
At the end of the Holy Eucharist, Fr. Baptist Menezes led the Novena and thanked everyone who contributed to the success of the Novena and retreat.
Meals were sservedfor all.