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Feast of St. Louis IX, Patron of Aspirancy, Palamaner

Feast of St. Louis IX, King of France, the Patron of Palamaner Fraternity

The Feast of St. Louis IX was celebrated with deep Devotion, lively Sports, and vibrant Cultural events by the dedicated Aspirants and enthusiastic Novices, alongside the supportive friars of the Palamaner Fraternity.

The day commenced with a heartfelt prayer service in honor of St. Louis IX. The service highlighted his profound love for Christ, his boundless Charity towards the impoverished, his remarkable simplicity and humility, his unwavering devotion to God, and his earnest desire to lead a life that was truly pleasing to Him. These aspects were beautifully reflected in the prayer service.

At mid-day, we celebrated a solemnly con-celebrated Holy Mass, presided over by the esteemed Minister Provincial. Following the Mass, the Aspirants and Novices engaged in spirited sports activities. It was truly delightful to witness the boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm of our brothers on the field.

Throughout the day, we, the Aspirants, Novices, and Friars, shared all our meals together. The sharing of meals was accompanied by hearty laughter and light-hearted jokes. There was a strong mutual sentiment among the Aspirants and Novices that such joyful gatherings should occur more frequently.

In the evening, we enjoyed a wonderfully organized Cultural Programme. This enchanting event was meticulously arranged by the creative Aspirants. The entire venue was elegantly decorated, creating a visually pleasing ambiance. The Aspirants, who had received just two months of English coaching, charmingly welcomed the Fraternity and skillfully led the programme as adept Masters of Ceremony. The Aspirants from various regions of India presented a captivating array of dances, each performance infused with their unique music and personal charisma. The Novices further enriched the event with a visually stunning and memorable performance.

Finally, the Guardian expressed heartfelt thanks to the Fraternity for their harmonious arrangements and the spirit of brotherly collaboration that made the day truly special.

 

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI

ST. FRANCIS

ST. FRANCIS

FRIARS' BIRTHDAY (March)

Date

Name of the Friars

Events

Year

03

Bipin Kishore Kandulna

+ Gregory Fernandes

Birth

Home

1990

2018

04

Joy Prakash

Davis Kallookaran

Alphonse Moras

Simon Pinto

+ Alexis v. Leeuwen

Birth

Ordination

Ordination

Ordination

Home

1948

1978

1978

1978

1999

05

Satynath Pegu

+Bal Raj Madanu

Birth

Home

1998

2018

09

Augustine Pinto

+ Gerald Scarisbrick

Sujit Ganji

Ordination

Home

Birth

1967

1980

1988

12

Gerald Lobo

Paul K.L.

St. Thomas Province – INDIA

Nichol John

Avinash Kujur

Ordination

Ordination

Erection

Birth

Birth

1977

1977

1985

1992

1995

13

Eugene A.

Samson

Tommy T.J.

Birth

S. Vows

S. Vows

1985

1985

1985

14

Jayapal Dwarakonda

Flame, Dindigul

Birth

Blessing

1979

2009

17

Basil Tirkey

Birth

1984

18

Johnvinzen Lyngdoh

Birth

1987

19

James N.

Ordination

1994

20

+ Sylvester Dias

Trevor D’Souza

Home

Ordination

1979

1993

21

+ Joseph Dias

Home

2002

23

Charles Mathew Kolanchery

Joy Prakash Kuzhiparambil

Bhatkal Friary – In Perpetum

+ Oswald Dijkstra

Ordination

Ordination

Acceptance 

Home

1974

1974

1989

2006

24



25

Lawrence Simon

Arok Sundar Sebastian

Dharma L. Bernard

Charles Bernard

Amaldas Belevendran

Andrew Edlin J.

Ordination

Ordination

Ordination

Ordination

Ordination

Birth

1979

1979

1979

1993

1995

2001

26

Santosh Ekka

Birth

1978

27

Babu Jose Pamplany

Birth

1966

28

M. Lenin Joseph

Birth

2001

30

Paul Kallan

Birth

1961

31

Sagaya Soosairaj A.

Ordination

1997