Dubai: On the occasion of the nativity of Mother Mary, Dubai resident Mangalorean community Christians celebrate Monthi Feast at a grand manner.
The celebration was organised by St. Mary’s Mangalorean community (SMMC) at St. Mary’s Church Dubai. Hundreds of children and thousands of Mangalorean Christians participated in holy rituals and offered flowers to Mother Mary. Spiritual director of SMMC Rev Fr. Robert Lasrado conducted prayer procedures and blessed the gathering.
After the ceremony of flower strewing, a grand Holy Mass was arranged.
Fr. Robert along with concelebrants offered the mass and blessed the first cultivation of farmers’ efforts. During the sermon, he explained the values of family life, and advised all families to get understand Mother Mary’s life and to lead their lives as per god’s will.
After the mass, a feast meal was arranged by organisers. Main coordinator of SMMC Mr. Oswald lead the team and St Marys Mangalorean Community members helped to maintain discipline and arrangements.
