March 14th to 16th, 2010 (7 pm to 10 pm) : ENGLISH MISSION AT OUR LADY OF VISITATION CHURCH - NERUL - NAVI MUMBAI
- Report by Yesu Sparsha Team
The retreat was preached by Fr Franklin D�Souza- Bangalore, Bro. T.K.George-Davanagere and Bro. William (Music) of 'Yesu Sparsha' retreat team.
English mission began on March 14th. Rev. Fr Franklin and Bro. William started the session with praise and worship. Then Fr Franklin spoke on the topic �Forgiveness brings healing� where he connected the importance of forgiveness with the Eucharist. Then he prayed for the healing. 650 faithful were present on the first day.
On 15th Fr Franklin spoke on �IF YOU KNEW THE GIFT OF GOD...� John 4:10. He stressed the importance of the role of Holy Spirit in leading our Catholic life. He also stressed the need to repent and believe in the mercy and the love of God. Bro. T. K. George conducted the healing service with the word �Look at Jesus and be radiant� Psalm 34:5. He also dealt with the topic come out of fear and believe in JESUS. 700 faithful were present.
On 16th March, Bro. T. K. George witnessed his life. He explained how God called him to serve in his vineyard. He stressed the need to respond the call of God in the family life, also stressed the importance of parents, Church authorities. Then the anointing session was conducted. Special prayers for the Parish associations were held.
Fr Anthony, Parish priest thanked the team for their heart touching and life changing preaching.
