Feast of the Franciscan Secular Order Celebrated at St. Raphael Church, Badyar

The Feast of the Franciscan Secular Order was celebrated with faith and devotion at St. Raphael Church, Badyar, on Sunday, 11 October 2026, with the Holy Eucharist at 8:00 a.m.

Rev. Fr. Roshan Crasta, Parish Priest of St. Raphael Church, Badyar, celebrated the Holy Eucharist. Rev. Fr. Rohan Lobo preached the homily, reflecting on the Christian vocation and the spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of the Franciscan Secular Order.

In his homily, he highlighted the importance of living the Christian vocation through humility, simplicity, love for all, service to the poor, and a deep commitment to the Gospel, following the inspiring example of St. Francis of Assisi.

The celebration served as a reminder to embrace Franciscan values in daily life and to bear witness to Christ through prayer, peace, and selfless service.