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August 10, 2017: The Titular Feast of St Lawrence was celebrated on Thursday 10th of August after the nine days of Novena to the Saint.

Very Rev. Fr Pius James D’Souza OCD, Episcopal Vicar, Diocese of Mangalore was the main celebrant.In his homily he said, St Lawrence’s Life is examplary to all. He walked in the foot steps of Jesus and lived by the word of God. The same word of God should inspire us in our life.Besides, we should always strive to do the will of God.

At the end of the mass Special prayers interceding were offered for the sick. Besides, Fr.George D’souza, the Rector & the Parish Priest of St Lawrence Basilica Attur thanked the Priests and Devotees for partaking in the Novena, Feast and helping in various capacities. 22 Priests concelebrated the mass. More than five thousand devotees were present for the Eucharistic Celebration.

Later, fellowship meal was served to all the devotees who participated in the Festal celebration.​