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Belvai, November 4, 2025: In a historic moment marking its 54-year journey, Belvai Parish Church witnessed the first-ever Vesper, celebrated as an Eve of Praise and Worship.
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Belvai, October 5, 2025: A solemn and joyous occasion marked the inauguration and blessing of the newly built grotto of the Most Holy Redeemer. Rev. Fr Henry Sequeira led the blessing ceremony. . .
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Belvai, September 8, 2025: The parishioners of St Martin de Porres Church, Belvai, gathered in large numbers to celebrate the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary with great devotion and festivity.
Belvai, August 20, 2025: The parish community of St Martin De Porres Church, Belvai, experienced a moment of great joy and blessing with the visit of Most Rev. Dr. Varghese Chakkalakal, Metropolitan Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Calicut.
Belvai, August 17, 2025: Under the leadership of the Commission for Family, Seniors’ Day was joyfully celebrated at our parish, honouring the elderly members of the parish community.
Belvai, August 15, 2025: The 79th Independence Day of our nation was celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor at St. Martin de Porres Church, Belvai, on 15th August 2025.
The celebration began with a thanksgiving Holy Mass, offered for the nation, invoking God’s blessings of peace, harmony, and progress for all its citizens
Belvai, August 3, 2025: On the occasion of upcoming Independence Day, the Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) Belvai unit organized an engaging quiz competition titled ‘QUIZ MANIA 2025’ on Sunday, August 3, 2025. The event, open to all parishioners, was held in the Church Hall and witnessed enthusiastic participation.
Vatican/Belvai, May 08, 2025: "Peace be with all of you!" - the first words of Pope Leo XIV. The Conclave has elected Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Bishop of Rome. The new pope was announced to the waiting crowds by Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti
Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday aged 88
Pope Francis has died on Easter Monday aged 88
Vatican/Belvai, April 21, 2025: At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with these words Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. . . .
Belvai, April 16, 2025: A joyful two-day summer camp was held at Belvai Church for the children and youth of the parish. Led by Br Ajay Fernandes, the camp was filled with exciting sessions, fun games, action songs, activities, quiz, the Way of the Cross, and time for adoration.
Belvai, April 13, 2025: In a vibrant display of community spirit and environmental responsibility, parishioners of Belvai Church came together to plant coconut saplings in the church compound. The initiative was carried out under the guidance of Parish Priest Rev. Fr Joseph Alphonse Cardoza, with strong support from ward heads
Belvai, March 02, 2025: Our parish joyfully celebrated its annual Catechism Day on March 02, bringing together parishioners to honor the important role of religious education within the Church. A solemn Thanksgiving mass was celebrated. The liturgy was led by the parish catechism children.
Belvai Dec 24, 2024: The parish hosted a heartwarming Christmas celebration, bringing together families and individuals of all ages to mark the Birth of Jesus Christ.
The church was beautifully decorated with twinkling lights and a stunning nativity crib that captured the spirit of Christmas. The crib and the giant star was beautifully prepared by ward members of Christ King.
Belvai Nov 6, 2024: The Annual Parish Feast of St Martin de Porres was celebrated with great devotion and fervor at St Martin de Porres Church in Belvai, Mangaluru, India on November 06, 2024, an event cherished by parishioners for its devotion and celebration of unity.
Belvai, Oct 31, 2024: The Catholic Sabha Belvai Unit conducted a leadership and MC workshop for parish children of 8th standard and above.
The event started with the lighting of the lamp by guests.
Around 40 children attended. Rev. Fr Kenneth Crasta, Assistant Director of St Joseph Engineering College, Vamanjoor, conducted a session on Leadership, and Rajesh Dsouza Kadlakere led a session on Master of Ceremony
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Belvai Sep 08, 2024: The annual Nativity Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary was celebrated with great reverence and joy at our parish today, a significant feast day in the Christian calendar. This celebration marked the birth of the Mother of Jesus, a day held in deep significance by Catholics worldwide, especially in the local community. . .
Belvai Sep 01, 2024: On account of the Nativity of Mother Mary, parish St. Anna Stree Sangatan organized a Quiz Contest "SAVAL ZAVAB" for all parish children from class 1 to class 10.
Fr. Joseph Alphonse Cardoza, Parish Priest declared the contest open by clicking on the slide which revealed the start of the Quiz Contest. . .
Belvai August 15, 2024: The 78th Independence Day was celebrated at Belvai parish after the Thanksgiving Eucharistic Celebration.
Parish Priest Rev. Fr Alphonse Cardoza hoisted the National Flag. . .
Belvai August 11, 2024: The Family Commission of our parish organized "Married Couple's Day" today for all the married couples of the parish.
The event was inaugurated by Lighting the Lamp.
Belvai June 23, 2024: Our parish community gathered to celebrate Van Mahotsav, the annual tree-planting festival. This event was organized by Catholic Sabha Belvai Unit, and it aimed at promoting environmental awareness and afforestation and saw enthusiastic participation from parishioners.
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Belvai May 26, 2024: Belvai church was filled with joy and laughter today as it hosted first ever Senior's Day celebration in the parish. The day began with a special Eucharistic mass led by Rev. Fr Joseph Alphonse Cardoza and Rev. Fr Titus Lobo. . .
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Belvai April 17, 2024: Two days of summer camp were held for class I to XII students of Belvai parish from April 16 to 17 at the church hall.
The camp was inaugurated digitally by unveiling a Slide by our Parish Priest Rev. Fr Joseph Alphonse Cardoza on April 16.
Belvai April 14, 2024: The new office bearers of the Catholic Sabha Belvai Unit were elected earlier on March 3, 2024, in the presence of Deanery representatives, and handing over the posts took place in the presence of Deanery Catholic Sabha President Mr. Avil Dsouza Paladka on April 14, 2024.
Belvai April 06, 2024: In the last year there has been commendable progress in our church premises with the able guidance of our Parish Priest Rev. Fr Alphonse Joseph Cardoza, and the core committee comprising Parish Council Vice President Mrs. Lavina Cardoza, Secretary Mrs. Jacintha Rego & 21 Pastoral Commissions Coordinator Mrs. Veera Pereira.
Belvai March 31, 2024: Faithfuls gathered at church and participated in solemn rituals and prayers conducted during the Holy Week- Maundy Thursday, Good Friday & Holy Saturday.
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Belvai March 24, 2024: The Palm Sunday celebration at Church Name today was a joyful and meaningful event that marked the beginning of Holy Week. The service revolved around the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem.
Belvai March 15, 2024: The annual Lent Retreat was held today for the faithful of Belvai Parish. Rev. Dr Canute Barboza, Kandlur Parish Priest, Diocese of Udupi preached the Retreat. The services held included Praise and Worship, Adoration, and concluded with Holy Eucharist.
Belvai March 03, 2024: St. Anna's Stree Sangatan Belvai Unit in collaboration with the Parish Women's Commission organised Women's Day at Belvai Parish to mark International Women's Day
The program was inaugurated by lighting the lamp by the dignitaries present on dias. Mrs. Anitha Mascharenhas, President of Stree Sangatan Belvai Unit welcomed the gathering.
Belvai Feb 25, 2024: The Catechism day was celebrated at Belvai parish today. Thanksgiving Eucharistic mass was concelebrated by Rev. Fr Dony & Rev. Fr Joseph Alphonse Cardoza.
A short program was followed by mass at the church hall. Prize distribution was held to students who attended regular catechism Sunday classes.
Belvai Feb 04, 2024: A new crucifix statue was installed at our church altar and was blessed by Parish Priest Rev. Fr Joseph Alphonse Cardoza.
Mr. Felix Dsilva of Parapadi Parish has sponsored the new crucifix statue
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Belvai Dec 31, 2023: The New Year's Eve celebration was held at St. Martin de Porres church with a Thanksgiving Adoration, Holy Eucharistic celebration by invoking blessings from the almighty and welcoming the New Year 2024.
Belvai Dec 24, 2023: The Official Website of our Parish was launched during the Christmas Night celebration- www.stmartinchurchbelvai.in by Rev. Fr Joseph Alphonse Cardoza along with other dignitaries on stage. . .
Belvai Dec 24, 2023: Christmas Night Mass is a significant event for many Christians, marking the culmination of the Advent season and the beginning of the Christmas celebration. It is a time for reflection, joy, and community, as people come together to celebrate the birth of Jesus and its message of hope, love, and peace.
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Belvai Dec 11, 2023: ICYM & YCS Belvai youths brought the joy of Christmas to the entire parish with the carol-singing initiative . . . .
Belvai Dec 10, 2023: The Indian Catholic Youth Movement (ICYM) Belvai unit brought together the parishioners with three engaging events on account of Christmas Night at Mariam Niketan Convent School, Belvai. . . .
Belvai Nov 5, 2023: The Belvai Parish community gathered to participate in a vehicle blessing ceremony . . .
Belvai Nov 1, 2023: The Annual Feast of St Martin de Porres was celebrated with great devotion and fervor at St Martin de Porres Church in Belvai . . .
Belvai Oct 29, 2023: St. Martin Church, Belvai, came alive with festivities on October 29, 2023, as the parish celebrated Confraternity Sunday. . .
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Belvai Sep 8, 2023: Monthi Feast, also known as the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary was celebrated with joy on September 8th. . .
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Belvai Jul 2, 2023: Commission for Ecology and Environment, Catholic Sabha Belvai Unit & I.C.Y.M Belvai Unit hosted Environment Day celebration. . .
Belvai April 21, 2022: The St. Martin De Porres Church in Belvai, celebrated its Golden Jubilee in April 2022. The parish was established in 1971. . .
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