St. Sebastian Church

St. Luke, also known as St. Luke the evangelist, the author of the third gospel account (and the Acts of the Apostles), is symbolized by a winged ox or bull – a figure of sacrifice, service and strength. He is the only Gentile to have written books in the Bible. His writings have been proven to be historically accurate. Luke writes to confirm that Christianity is not a new religion. It is rather the fulfillment of God’s promises given to Israel in the Old Testament. 

He never met Christ in person, but in his Gospel he says that he came to know about Jesus by talking to eyewitnesses to the events of Jesus’ life, death, and Resurrection. These stories helped him to become a believer, and he wrote his Gospel so that others would come to know and love Jesus. Jesus is certainly the Jewish Messiah, but He is also the Saviour of the whole world. Luke depicts Jesus in his short – lived ministry as deeply compassionate, caring for the poor, the oppressed, and the marginalized of that culture, such as Samaritans, Gentiles, and women. (cf.Luke 24:21a) Read more

They Say “ Marriages are made in heaven but so is thunder and

lightning” – Clint Eastwood.

Marriages have been such extravagant affairs that it has been a prestige issue . This sometimes puts a lot of burden on parents who have to take hefty loans just to make it a grand affair. I have notice during Covid times so many people suffered losing their jobs even some working on ships and abroad, making it difficult to pay even their loans.  It is always wise to plan your budget . 

First of all never rush into a marriage unless you are sure that the person is right for you. Understanding , caring & mainly adjusting to each other’s needs is very important in a happy married life. Read more

8ver Setembr-ache Ankvar Maiecho zolm dis ami somorombtanv ani tea disa ami kherit bhaxen soglleam avoi-ancho ugddas kortanv.

Hea vorsa, Setembr-ache 8ver 2023 ami Legiao Marie Aquemcho zomo Saude Saibinn,  Marieche porbek toiar zatanam nov dis amchea dotonichea bhurgeamnim ani Dev Sondexkaramnim mandavoll keli ani Legionachea vangddeanim sanjechea Misa uprant dakttulem canteen kelem ani tachi ji ienavoll asli (profit) to borea vaurak dilo. Porbechea disa sokallim 6:45 voramcher ani sanjechea dobajik Misachi mandavoll  Legionachea vangddeamnim keli ani to dis khuxalkaien sarlo. 

He porbechi khuxalkai vanttunk ami Setembr-ache 10ver, Nazareth Home for the Aged, Navelim, Salcette-Goa, hea zantteam avoi-am sangata sarlo.  Ami sumar 29 Legion-anchim vangddi hazir aslim ani amchea ganvcho Padr-Vigar ani amcho otmik guru Fr. Andrew Pereira amchea vangdda zantteanchea ghorant hajir aslo.  Read more

Uric acid is a waste product that’s created when your body breaks down chemicals called purines. Purines are normally produced in the body and are also found in some foods and drinks. Most uric acid dissolves in your blood, passes through your kidneys and leaves your body in your urine. If your body produces too much uric acid or does not remove enough of it, you can get sick. “Hyperuricemia” is the medical term for having high uric acid levels in your body. Read more

I recollect what a world-famous designer and author suffering from cancer, wrote before her death:” This house, this car, this plane, this furniture, this Bank, this excessive fame and glory, none of these are useful to me -none of this will relax me as there is nothing real, except death. At the end of the day, the most important thing is health.”There is nothing but the truth in these words. We see so many people suffering from fearful diseases day in and day out. We hear people complaining of the pains and aches they go through in their lives, maybe in their homes or in hospitals. In such situations, they are all the time focussed and preoccupied with their health issues not forgetting the financial burdens in settling the medical bills. Read more

Aslo hanv lojechi khunna,

Chorank mhojer khillaile,

Kuddir mhoje mon’xancheo kuddi

Mornan mhaka revddailem.

Zal’li mhaka sovoim mornachi

dukham sukun ghelim dolleanchim

‘Mon’xa vaittovem jivit kiteak jieta’

vicharunk utram na suttlim. Read more

Mha-Devdut Michael vortota,

Bollvont zhuzari Devacho,

Devcharacho nas korun, 

Samball korta amcho.

Mha-Devdut Raphael vortota, Read more

A famous author once said – ‘God could not be everywhere, so He created mothers.It’s not that the author denied that God is present everywhere, it’s just that he wanted to remind us that we experience God’s presence in a special way because of our mothers.

On the 8th of September, we Catholics celebrate the feast of the Nativity of Mother Mary. This day is traditionally celebrated as Mother’s Day in our parishes. By virtue of divine motherhood, Mary has become mother of us all. What an amazing gift that is. Isn’t it?

Every year on this day I take a pause from my daily routine to thank God for my heavenly mother but also for my earthly mother who has done so much for me. What I am today is due to God’s blessings and human guidance. And in this human guidance my mother is there always leading the way. Read more

Saint Padre Pio is the most popular, fascinating and extraordinary saint of our times. A simple friar, mystic and teacher, he is a living image of Christ’s suffering & Resurrection. He is believed to be God’s way of showing those who ‘must see in order to believe’, that His (God’s) Existence is real. In showing the secret of Mysticism, Padre Pio Said, “There is one thing I desire from you, above everything else – that your normal meditation be if possible, around the Life, Passion, Death, Resurrection and Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ”. 

The Life of Padre Pio, a humble and pious Capuchin Priest, is considered to be blessed in mysterious ways. Even as a young boy, there seemed to be something different about him. While other children if his age were playing, Padre Pio spent much of his free time reading the gospel and praying.  Read more