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“Carmelite friars in the city of Mangalore have made a remarkable impact on
Konkani literature and language in the past decades. They have taken up a unique
and timely mission of making Konkani desirable to little children and adults as
well by organizing story telling competitions and Konkani poetry recital
challenge online. The advanced use of technology for the spread of Konkani
language is what makes them unique” said Nanu Marol Tottam, Convener of Daji
Dubai, Konakni Writers forum on the occasion of 13th anniversary programme of
‘Naman Ballok Jesu’ popular Konkani monthly of the Infant Jesus Shrine,
Bikarnakatte, Mangaluru. The 13th anniversary of the magazine was celebrated on
September 15 at Carmel Hill, Bikarnakatte in the city. It began with a prayer
song by the Carmelite brothers Fr Jocy Siddakatte, Editor of the magazine
welcomed the guests and said that this celebration is of readers and writers.
Rev. Fr George Santumayor, Asst. Provincial of the Carmelites of Karnataka-Goa
Province, addressing the gathering said that the magazine has stepped into
teenage, which is the sign of mischievous age of exploring what is around.
“Naman Ballok Jesu has been exploring Christian life; not only the spiritual
aspects but also it explores sociological witness. Hence the editors and writers
have become a great source in pooling innovative ideas and executing them
through the magazine for the benefit of all”, he said. 
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“I just thread the needle; it is God who does the work.” – Mary of Jesus
Crucified. Carmel has one hundred and one reasons to rejoice but the greatest
among them all is the joy of Our Lady handing over her mantle to her young
brothers who desire to follow her steps closely under her patronage. With the
theme “Tuje Sangim, Tuje Khatir” (With You, for You), eight young brothers
zealously stepped forward to pledge their allegiance to Jesus Christ for life.
By vowing Chastity, Poverty and Obedience, they displayed heroic courage and
dedicated themselves for the service of the Church. These soldiers in the
Carmelite battalion are Ronald Pudthado, Aaron Babusha Rodrigues, Jason Cutinho,
Naveen Lobo, Rakeshbhai Parmar, Melwin Lasrado, Nikesh D’Souza and Kiran Lobo.
Naman Ballok Jesu, Konkani Monthly launches ‘Carmel Matrimonial’ – Web portal
April 09, 2021 was a day of thanksgiving and jubilation for the OCDS of St
Teresa of Avila community at Bikarnakatte, Carmel Hill, Mangalore which was
Canonically Established by Rev. Fr Saverio Cannistra, OCD General Superior. To
mark this unique event, the Holy Eucharist was celebrated by Rev. Fr Pius James
D’Souza, Provincial along with seven concelebrants. Fr Rovel D’Souza, OCDS
spiritual assistant, preached a meaningful homily. After the homily the OCDS
members renewed their promises to the Lord. Subsequently there was a short
programme during which the official decree of the canonical establishment of the
OCDS community was read by Fr Deep Fernandes, Delegate Provincial of OCDS. Mrs.
Laveena compered the programme and Mrs. Mary Rebello, the President welcomed the
gathering. Fr Provincial in his address highlighted the human, Christian and
Carmelite formation in the life of the OCDS. Fr Charles Serrao, the Superior of
Carmel Hill sketched the history of the Carmelite Secular Order. Fr Patrick Lobo
was especially mentioned and thanked for his pioneering work in laying the
foundation of the OCDS at Carmel Hill, Mangalore. Mrs. Leena proposed the vote
of thanks. The Province is happy with the growth that has taken place in the
community during the past 18 years and invites it to aspire to still greater
prowess. 
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First day Infant Jesus Novena was held on 5th January, 2021. Rev. Fr. Charles
Serrao, Rev. Fr. Gregory D’Souza, Rev. Fr. Roopesh – Bondel, Rev. Fr. Wilfred
Rodrigues, Rev. Fr. Joseph D’Souza, Rev. Fr. Lancy Mendonca, Rev. Fr. Vijay
Machado etc. offered Masses. Today special prayers were offered for youth. Huge
number of multitude came to the shrine. Covid – 19 regulations were duly
observed. Today all prayers were focused for Youth. All youth if they have to
develop well, have to focus on self control. Only then we can focus on our
mission. Animal nature in us has to be subdued. This was the main teaching of
today. There was Masses from Morning 6AM to 7:30PM in Konkani, English, Kannada
& Malayalam. Many Devotees took part in this Novena Masses.
Infant Jesus feast inauguration was done on 4th Jan, 2021. As a part of
preparation for the annual feast of Infant Jesus 2021, nine days novena masses
was inaugurated by hoisting flag in premises of the church. Very Rev. Fr. Pius
James Dsouza OCD provincial KG province, Mr. Naveen Dsouza Corporator, Fr.
Charles Serrao, Superior, Fr. Rovel Dsouza Director of the Shrine, many priests,
Carmelite brothers and faithful gathered for this function. Mr. Naveen D’Souza
Corporator and Fr. Pius James hoisted flag. “how nice to live as brothers and
sisters “ is the theme of the year. Fr. Prakash Dcunha broke the word of God,
and insisted that we are all children of One God. We need to forget the
differences that we have between us and live like one family. Fr. Rovel Dsouza
thanked the gathering. Thus from 5th of Jan onwards nine days novena masses will
start. Each day total nine masses will be celebrated. 14th, 15th, 16th of
January will be the annual feast days of the year. Special prayers will be held
for the control of Covid-19 epidemic.
Mangaluru, Jan 2: Infant Jesus Shrine, Carmel Hill, Bikarnakatte here held a
press meet on 2nd January 2021 to brief about the Annual Feast and Silver
Jubilee celebrations to be held at the shrine. The celebrations will be held
from 14th to 16th January 2021, the details of which are given below.
After a long period of house rest and lack of public liturgical celebrations,
the Christmas celebrations seem to have brought some solace to the faithful.
After a long gap of 8-9 months the premises of Infant Jesus Shrine saw a good
number of faithful gathered for a solemn celebration of Christmas. The Holy
Eucharist was held in the open ground. Rev. Fr Charles Serrao, Superior of St
Joseph’s Monastery presided over the solemn mass. 14 friars and 2 deacons also
concelebrated. Fr Steve Lobo, breaking the word of God said, “God became man to
live with us and to part take in all phases of our life. He laughed, cried, ate,
spoke, performed healings among us and valued every single soul as his own! Thus
goes the message of Christmas that ‘this Christmas should leave no one behind,
no one alone!’ The pandemic has brought untold disasters and unexpressed
sufferings in the family. This has caused depression in many and some have
succumbed to suicide. Therefore this season should remind us to stand with and
for others.” After the Mass winners of star making competition were given
prizes. 
A Christmas Star making competition was organized by Infant Jesus Shrine, Carmel
Hill, Mangaluru in collaboration with Naman Ballok Jesu, Konkani Monthly and
Carmel Studio. A good number of participants prepared innovative stars at home
and brought to the Shrine for judgment. Stars were made of natural products and
of waste materials that are easily available. First prize was bagged by Mr
William D Souza, Vamanjoor, Second prize was shared among two participants – Br
Joyus OFM, Farangipete and Mr Heric, Merla Pdavu. Third prize again shared by Mr
Victor Morries, Vamanjoor and Melish D Souza, Eliyar Padavu. The prizes were
distributed to all winners by Rev Fr Charles Serrao, Superior of St Joseph’s
Monastery, on 24 December 2020 after the festal mass at Infant Jesus Shrine.
Infant Jesus Shrine, Carmel Hill, Mangalore in association with Naman Ballok
Jesu, Konkani Monthly and Carmel Studio, organized ‘CARMEL CAROLS SINGING
COMPETITION 2020’ on 14 December 2020 at 5.00 p.m. As the Carmelite Brothers
commenced the programme with their melodious carols, the Infant Jesus Shrine
premises was bathed in an ambiance of bliss and joy. The event was inaugurated
by the Chief Guest Mr Sunil Xavier, the owner of Jillu Auto Gas who was also the
main sponsor of the event. The Provincial of the Discalced Carmelites of the
Karnataka-Goa Province Rev. Fr. Pius James D’Souza along with the co-sponsor of
the event Mr. Valerian Lobo, the owner of Royal Furnitures, Karkala graced the
occasion with their presence. Fr. Charles Serrao, the Superior of St Joseph’s
Monastery, Fr Rovel D’Souza, the Director of Infant Jesus Shrine, Fr Stephen
Lobo, the Director of Carmel Studio and Fr JoCy. Siddakatte, the Editor of Naman
Ballok Jesu were among the dignitaries present. The event was supported by
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The feast of the Assumption of Mary was solemnised with the Holy Mass at the
Infant Jesus Shrine along with the faithful gathered. Its almost after 4 months
the Shrine is opened for public service. The Newly appointed Superior of St.
Joseph's Monastery on Carmel Hill, Rev. Fr. Charles Serrao OCD presided over the
Holy Mass, along with other friars. After the Holy Mass Flag was hoisted
honoring the Nation on the occasion of 74th Independence Day. Rev. Fr. Wilfred
Rodrigues, OCD hoisted the Flag. In his message, "Today we honor those heroes
who had sacrificed their lives in the freedom struggle, but this year we have a
special call to remember and salute the Corona warriors who have toiled to save
lives of the people affected with Covid 19 Pandamic. To build a Nation united,
we need to respect and remember our history, freedom fighters and Corona
warriors. So that saving the lives of all people belonging to different faiths,
creed and color may become priority of the nation."
The
Carmelites in Karnataka: The Teresian Carmelites had established themselves in
Goa and in Kerala in the seventeenth century. And since the region formerly
known as the Carnatic, lies between Goa in the north and Kerala in the South,
the Carmelites had inevitably to pass through Karnataka when proceeding by land
from Goa to Kerala. And it is not surprising to find them residing at least on a
temporary basis, in places like Bijapur, which form part of today's Karnataka.
In his ‘Viaggio alle Indie Orientali’ Fr. Vincent Mary of St Catherine, has left
us interesting descriptions of the beliefs, customs, feasts of the Canara of his
time, and even of the scenic beauties and the cultivation and other aspects of
life. But he found the Christians greatly neglected. And, on his reporting the
need of the Canara Christians to the Holy See, Mangalore secured its first Vicar
Apostolic in 1677.
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Infant
Jesus has been honored with a magnificent shrine at Carmel Hill, Mangalore. The
architectural structure and design of the newly inaugurated shrine is unique in
many ways. Carefully planned, it has a rich symbolic meaning and significance
derived principally from Biblical themes, of both the old and the new
testaments. Here below we give in brief its main features. Here below we give in
brief its main features. Here below we give in brief its main features. Here
below we give in brief its main features.
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