Feast of St. Ignatius

It was a grand celebration at Mount St. Joseph - the celebration of the feast of St. Ignatius. As a preparation, the Novices conducted devotional novena marked with creativity, participation and devotion. Fr.Robert Cutinha brought St.Ignatius' experience alive during the recollection he gave. A solemn Mass was held in the morning. The beautifully decorated chapel and meaningfully arranged liturgy with the theme 'To set all afire', set the spiritual tone for the day. Later, the novices were led to a thrilling quiz competition which really tested their knowledge of the Society. A Benediction service was conducted for all the neighbouring Religious. For the dinner, a large gathering of our well wishers and neighouring Religious was present. In his brief welcome speech, the Rector introduced the new members of the community and the new ventures in the campus. An exhibition on the life of Ignatius won the admiration of the guests. Later in the evening a spectacular volleyball match was held between the Novices and the senior community. Indeed, the Novices were surprised to see the playing skills of the senior Fathers.