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Pushpashrama Rejoices at the Resurrection of the Lord
‘Life has vanquished death, darkness is chased by
light, Rejoice then, O people, for from sin’s blindness you have been
given pure sight’
As the world was plunged in darkness, a little light shimmered in the
iron vessel. The fire soon broke into a mighty flame, which bathed the
wood in heat. Then remained those glistening charcoals, which with the
sweet contact with the fragrance, produced the heavenly aroma of the
smell untold. If you are wondering what this might be, to cut the long
story, this is the description of the scene that took place in the
portico of Pushpashrama on the Easter night. The flame of the blessed
fire lit the paschal candle which was carried by Fr. Lawrence D’ Mello
to the altar. As he walked in the aisle, the words “This is the Light of
Christ”, resounded in the church, thus initiating the Easter vigil mass.
Fr. Augustine with his melodious voice pitched the exultet. The Solemn
mass was celebrated by Fr. John Lobo and a meaningful homily was
preached by Fr. Augustine. After renewing our baptismal vows, all the
Carmelites of Pushpashrama renewed their monastic vows. The holy water
was blessed by Fr. Oswald Crasta and the Resurrection of Jesus was
artistically displayed in the wake of the sound of thunder and sudden
flashes of light. The vigil mass which began at 9:30 PM came to an end
at 11:40 PM after which the people were entertained with ‘American
Housie’ game conducted by Fr. Joy Francis and Br Prithesh. The Easter
joy was shared with the people by distributing cakes and coffee.
The Easter day mass was held once again on Sunday morning at 8: 00 AM
which was presided and preached by Fr. Lawrence D’Mello. People who
could not make it to the vigil mass were glad to come on the Sunday mass
to celebrate the resurrection of the Lord with great joy and jubilation.
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