The programme was led off with a prayer by Catholic Sabha members. Mr Henbert Pinto, President Catholic Sabha Bondel Unit, welcomed the guests and the gathering. Sr Sucorin Rebello - UMI inaugurated the programme by cutting the cake along with the guests on the dais.

The programme began with a prayer led by Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza, parish priest of St Lawrence Church who also welcomed the gathering and introduced the resource person to the gathering. Fr Vijay Machado during his session enlightened the gathering on the importance..

The theme of the Feast is “Through the intercession of St Lawrence, let us make our lives fruitful. Most Rev. Dr Henry DSouza celebrated the Holy Eucharist on the eve of the Annual Feast of the Shrine of St. Lawrence in Bondel..

Under the theme "Honor & Respect for Each Other: The Foundation of Family Unity," the event saw Vicar Forane Fr. James D’Souza, City Deanery, as the main celebrant. Joining in the proceedings were Fr. Andrew Leo D’Souza and Fr. Gregory Pinto SVD, who concelebrated the mass.

The focal theme of this eighth day was "The Meditation of the Word of God as the Divine Strength of Family Life." The principal celebrant for the occasion was Fr Naveen Pinto, administrator and professor at St Joseph Seminary, Jeppu.

The theme of the seventh Day was "Let us accumulate the treasures of heaven in our families and walk on the path of heaven with faith and hope." Fr J B Crasta, director St Antony’s Ashram, Jeppu was the main celebrant,

Fr Leo Lasrado called on the devotees of St Lawrence, "Our faith asks us to believe that the Jesus hanging from a cross on calvary is the same Jesus transfigured in glory on Mount Tabor.

The theme of the day was ’The transfiguration of Jesus: The Word of God & the grace of God transforms family’. Fr Robert D’Souza, principal, Lourdes Central School, Bejai was the main celebrant, and Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza and..

Most of us value the gift of family, treasure it, and understand its importance for both society and church. Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph for inspiration, example and encouragement.

Rev. Fr Stany Pinto called on the devotees of St Lawrence. “God Is Love, a family that prays together stays together. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish..

Rev. Fr Cyprian Pinto called on the devotees of St Lawrence. Praying as a family brings you closer to God and closer to one another. Three elements in family life are water, fresh air & the very important one is prayer.

Rev. Fr. Andrew Leo D’Souza inaugurated the novena with guests and priests, followed by the invocation of God’s blessings with a prayer that thanked the gathering and assured prayers for all devotees.

Rev. Fr Cyril Lobo Director Divya Jyothi-Udupi officiated at the Eucharist and preached the Word of God. He cited that faith is the foundation of the family, Prayer is the divine strength of the family, God tested Job’s faith..

Rev. Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza welcomed the guest for the day, Mr Jeeth Milan Roche, an environmentalist, with a flower bouquet & a shawl. Rev. Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza, Rev. Fr Lancy D’Souza, Mr John D’Silva-Vice President Parish Pastoral Council, Mr Santhosh Misquith Secretary,

On 1st August, there will be the unfurling of St Lawrence’ flag here at the church premises at 5.00 p.m. Rev. Msgr. Ferdinand Gonsalves, Vicar General of the Diocese of Udupi will hoist the flag. Rev. Msgr. Ferdinand Gonsalves..

In his keynote address, Rev. Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza, parish priest, congratulated the President and Members of the Ladies Association. An event like this creates awareness among the people of our parish about the customs, uniqueness, life, sufferings, and special features..