Pastoral visit of the Bishop to Holy Cross Church, Manki

Bishop Duming Dias of Karwar conducted a two-day pastoral visit to Holy Cross Church in Manki on September 26 and 27, 2026. The visit included a prayer service, the blessing of the parish cemetery, and meetings with various parish groups.

During the visit, the Bishop met with the Catholic Women’s Association, altar boys, Marian Girls, and representatives from the Parish Pastoral Council, ICYM, the Catholic Association, catechism teachers, and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion. He also visited the Francis Nilaya Convent of the FMCK congregation and one of the parish wadis.

On the second day, the Bishop led the Rosary and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. He served as the main celebrant for the Festal Holy Eucharist, which was concelebrated by Father Vilet Fernandes and Father Intru Pinto. The visit concluded with a thanksgiving service for the parish community.