CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

21st Dec & 22nd Dec. 2024 – FOURTH SUNDAY IN ADVENT

NOTICES

  1. A box is kept below the Main Altar in our Church for Advent Campaign against Hunger and Disease. Put your cash and cheques in this box. Donors get 80G exemption for cheque donations only. Cheques should be made in the name of: CENTRE FOR SOCIAL ACTION. Write your name, address & mobile number behind the cheque. Receipts for cheques will be sent to you by the office of Centre for Social Action. No receipts for cash donations. TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR CASH AND CHEQUE DONATIONS.
  2. Parish office will be closed on 24th evening, 25th and 26th December.
  3. On Tuesday 24th December there will no evening Mass. On this day Carol Singing at 9 p.m. and Christmas Vigil Mass will be at 10 p.m.
  4. On Wednesday 25th December, Christmas Day, Mass in Konkani at 7 a.m. Masses in English at 8 a.m. and 9.30 a.m. There will be no Evening Mass on Christmas Day.
  5. On Saturday 28th December, Holy Innocents Day, Children will be blessed at 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Masses. On this day Christmas Party for Sunday School Children at 4 p.m.
  6. On Sunday 29th December there will be a special Mass with Anointing of the Sick followed by Christmas Celebration for sick and homebound parishioners of our parish at 11 a.m. Parishioners are urged to bring these parishioners especially those from your Family, Community & Cluster to the Church and take them back.
  7. During the 7 p.m. Mass on Monday 30th December we will pray in a special way for the souls of all our parishioners who died in the year 2024.
  8. On Tuesday 31st December there will no evening Mass. On this day Thanksgiving Holy hour at 9 p.m. in Konkani and English conducted by Fr Anthony D’Souza. New Year’s Vigil Mass will be at 10 p.m.
  9. On Wednesday 1st January, New Year’s Day, Mass 7 a.m. in Konkani and at 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. in English. Multi Intentions, which were accepted for 9.30 a.m. Mass will be prayed for at the 7 p.m. Mass.
  10. We have received receipts for Mission Sunday donations from Archdiocesan Finance Office. Collect your receipts from our Parish office.
  11. We welcome patrons, donors, and benefactors to sponsor the various cultural and entertainment programmes to be held on 17th, 18th, and 19th January 2025, our Parish Feast. Contact the parish office as soon as possible
  12. As usual, Masses will be accepted 3 months prior to the date of booking.
  13. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

14th Dec & 15th Dec. 2024 – THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT

NOTICES

  1. Sunday School Deanery Choir Fest will be held tomorrow/ today, 15th December at Canossa Secondary School from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. All are welcome.
  2. Inter Parish Bible Quiz Competition will be held tomorrow/ today, 15th December at Salvation Church from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  3. A box is kept below the Main Altar in our Church for Advent Campaign against Hunger and Disease. Put your cash and cheques in this box. Donors get 80G exemption for cheque donations only. Cheques should be made in the name of: CENTRE FOR SOCIAL ACTION. Write your name, address & mobile number behind the cheque. Receipts for cheques will be sent to you by the office of Centre for Social Action. No receipts for cash donations.
  4. Confessions will be heard on 20th December from 5.30 pm to 7 pm and on 21st December from 5.30 pm to 6 pm and on both the days from 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm. Outside Priests will be available from 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm.
  5. On Tuesday 24th December there will no evening Mass. On this day Carol Singing at 9 p.m. and Christmas Vigil Mass will be at 10 p.m.
  6. On Wednesday 25th December, Christmas Day, Mass in Konkani at 7 a.m. Masses in English at 8 a.m. and 9.30 a.m. There will be no Evening Mass on Christmas Day.
  7. On Saturday 28th December, Holy Innocents Day, Children will be blessed at 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Masses. On this day Christmas Party for Sunday School Children at 4 p.m.
  8. On Sunday 29th December there will be a special Mass with Anointing of the Sick followed by Christmas Celebration for sick and homebound parishioners of our parish at 11 a.m. Parishioners are urged to bring these parishioners especially those from your Family, Community & Cluster to the Church and take them back.
  9. During the 7 p.m. Mass on Monday 30th December we will pray in a special way for the souls of all our parishioners who died in the year 2024.
  10. On Tuesday 31st December there will no evening Mass. On this day Thanksgiving Holy half hour in Konkani at 9 p.m. and in English at 9.30 p.m. New Year’s Vigil Mass will be at 10 p.m.
  11. On Wednesday 1st January, New Year’s Day, Mass 7 a.m. in Konkani and at 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. in English
  12. We have received receipts for Mission Sunday donations from Archdiocesan Finance Office. Collect your receipts from our Parish office.
  13. SCC Coordinators collect Parish Calendars for your community from the parish office during office hours.
  14. We welcome patrons, donors, and benefactors to sponsor the various cultural and entertainment programmes to be held on 17th, 18th, and 19th January 2025, our Parish Feast. Contact the parish office as soon as possible
  15. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

7th Dec & 8th Dec. 2024 – SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT

NOTICES

  1. On Sunday 8th December Sunday School at 8 a.m. and First Holy Communion Mass and Children’s Mass at 9.30 a.m.
  2. Parishioners seeking Jr K. G. admission for Catholic Students of our parish for the academic year 2025-2026, kindly contact Victoria Primary School office between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. from 9th to 14th December.
  3. A box is kept below the Main Altar in the Church for Advent Campaign against Hunger and Disease. Put your cash and cheques in this box. Donors get 80G exemption for cheque donations only. Cheques should be made in the name of: CENTRE FOR SOCIAL ACTION. Write your name, address & mobile number behind the cheque. Receipts for cheques will be sent to you by the office of Centre for Social Action. No receipts for cash donations.
  4. We appeal to your generosity towards Christmas gift hampers that would be given to SVP adopted families of our Parish. Please handover your contribution at the SVP desk or to Xavier 9930108338.
  5. Those who would like to purchase a copy of the Christmas Issue of the Examiner for Rs. 100 only, contact the Legionaries at the Legion Book Stall.
  6. Confessions will be heard on 20th December from 5.30 pm to 7 pm & on 21st December from 5.30 pm to 6 pm & on both the days from 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm. Outside Priests will be available from 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm.
  7. Those who have not contributed towards Community Welfare Fund kindly do so as soon as possible
  8. When cheques bounce, our Church has to pay cheque returned charges. Hence, we urge our parishioners to make NEFT or IMPSAB transfers and not to submit cheques to our Parish office. This applies even to Community Welfare Fund. Once you have made NEFT or IMPSP donation, send a WhatsApp message to our Church Mobile Number: 9137022659.
  9. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

30th Nov. & 1st Dec. 2024 – FIRST SUNDAY IN ADVENT

NOTICES

  1. Today we begin a new liturgical year. On Sundays it is Cycle C and on weekdays it is Year 1.
  2. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting on Sunday 1st December at 10.30 a.m. PPC members to attend.
  3. We thank our sacristans Saby and John, Agnelo for getting us police permission and for the decorating the route of procession and arranging the sound system for the procession. We thank the police for giving us permission for the procession and for bandobast. We thank Deacon Everest Mascarenhas for his inspiring homily after the procession. We also thank Altar Servers, Angels, Youth, Choir, those who conducted and participated in the hours of adoration, those who organized the prayers and hymns during the procession, PPC Members, SCC Coordinators and Animators and all who took part in the procession.
  4. Those who have not received the Advent Wreath collect it from Fr Calistus. Advent Wreath prayer will be held in every cluster in the community. All families are urged to receive the Advent Wreath in their homes for prayer as preparation for Christmas.
  5. Parishioners seeking Jr K. G. admission for Catholic Students of our parish for the year 2025-2026, kindly contact Victoria Primary School office between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. from 9th to 14th December.
  6. Wise & Wonderful Seniors meeting on Monday 2nd Dec at 5:30 p.m.
  7. Friday 6th December is the First Friday of the Month. Holy Half hour at 6.30 p.m.
  8. The First Friday Cross prayer at Shivaji Park will be held at 4 p.m. on 6th You are invited to join
  9. On Sunday 8th December Sunday School at 8 a.m. and First Holy Communion Mass and Children’s Mass at 30 a.m.
  10. A box is kept below the Main Altar in the Church for Advent Campaign against Hunger and Disease. Put your cash and cheques in this box. Donors get 80G exemption for cheque donations only. Cheques should be made in the name of: CENTRE FOR SOCIAL ACTION. Write your name, address & mobile number behind the cheque. Receipts for cheques will be sent to you by the office of Centre for Social Action. No receipts for cash donations.
  11. We appeal to your generosity towards Christmas gift hampers that would be given to SVP adopted families of our Parish. Please handover your contribution at the SVP desk or to Xavier 9930108338.
  12. Those who would like to purchase a copy of the Christmas Issue of the Examiner for Rs. 100 only, contact the Legionaries at the Legion Book Stall.
  13. Those who have not contributed towards Community Welfare Fund kindly do so as soon as possible
  14. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.
  15. Since our Church has to pay cheque returned charges, we urge our parishioners to make NEFT or IMPSAB transfers and not to submit cheques to our Parish office. This applies even to Community Welfare Fund. Please send a message to WhatsApp Number 9137022659 once you have made NEFT or IMPSP donation.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

23rd & 24th November 2024 – 34TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Today Sunday 24th November is the Feast of Christ the King and Adoration Day in our parish. Blessed Sacrament will be exposed in our Church after the 9.30 a.m. Mass. Hours of Adoration are as follows: At 10.30 a.m. Sunday School Children & Teachers. At 11 a.m. Mary Help of Christians & Our Lady of Lourdes. At 11.30 a.m. Regina Pacis & Christ the King. At 12 Noon Divine Mercy & Prince of Peace & St. Joseph. At 12.30 p.m. Youth of our parish & Canossian Sisters. From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. there will be private silent adoration. At 3 p.m. Holy Spirit & St. Jude. At 3.30 p.m. Holy Cross & St. Anne & Our Lady of Perpetual Succour. At 4 p.m. Patrick & Rosa Mystica & Holy Trinity. At 4.30 p.m. Our Lady of Vailankanni & St. Anthony & Our Lady of Rosary. At 5 p.m. we will have a solemn Eucharistic procession followed by sermon in the Church in English and Konkani by Deacon Everest Mascarenhas. This will be followed by Benediction and Mass.
  2. Advent Wreaths will be distributed to all SCC Coordinators and Cluster Heads by Fr Calistus Fernandes after the 6 p.m. Mass on Sunday 24th November.
  3. SCC Steering Committee meeting on Friday 29th SCC Coordinators to attend.
  4. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting on Sunday 1st December at 10.30 a.m. PPC members to attend.
  5. Those who would like to purchase a copy of the Christmas Issue of the Examiner for Rs. 100 only, contact the Legionaries at the Legion Book Stall.
  6. Next Sunday we begin a new liturgical year. On Sundays it is Cycle C and on weekdays it is Year 1.
  7. Those who have not contributed towards Community Welfare Fund kindly do so as soon as possible.
  8. Those who wish to purchase BIBLE DIARIES contact Parish Office immediately.
  9. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

16th & 17th November 2024 – 33RD SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. On 20th November on account of State Elections, the Main Gate and the Rear Gate will be closed. Entry to the Church will be only through the side gate on L. J. Road and only through the Church door facing this road. All other doors of our Church will be closed. 
  2. On the day of State elections, that is, 20th November the morning Mass will be at 6.30 a.m.  Hence, there will be no Mass at 7 a.m.
  3. Those who are shifting from their old to new residence either in our parish or elsewhere, inform the Parish Office immediately. Those who have moved into our parish confirm your registration in the Parish office immediately.
  4. Ensure that you are linked to our parish via Your Community WhatsApp Group.
  5. Sunday 24th November is the Feast of Christ the King and Adoration Day in our parish. Blessed Sacrament will be exposed in our Church after the 9.30 a.m. Mass. Hours of Adoration are as follows: At 10.30 a.m. Sunday School Children & Teachers. At 11 a.m. Mary Help of Christians & Our Lady of Lourdes. At 11.30 a.m. Regina Pacis & Christ the King. At 12 Noon Divine Mercy & Prince of Peace & St. Joseph. At 12.30 p.m. Youth of our parish & Canossian Sisters. From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. there will be private silent adoration. At 3 p.m. Holy Spirit & St. Jude. At 3.30 p.m. Holy Cross & St. Anne & Our Lady of Perpetual Succour. At 4 p.m. Patrick & Rosa Mystica & Holy Trinity. At 4.30 p.m. Our Lady of Vailankanni & St. Anthony & Our Lady of Rosary. At 5 p.m. we will have a solemn Eucharistic procession followed by sermon in the Church in English and Konkani by Deacon Everest Mascarenhas followed by Benediction and Mass.
  6. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

9th & 10th November 2024 – 32ND SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. On Saturday 9th evening & on Sunday 10th November at all Masses we will be having Renewal of Marriage Vows for all couples who were married in any year, in the months of June, July, August, September, October, November. Couples and those whose spouses are out of Mumbai, widows and widowers are requested to attend any of these Masses.
  2. On account of State Elections on 20th November no programme is to be organized in the Church and School premises on 19th and 20th November.
  3. On 20th November on account of State Elections, the Main Gate and the Rear Gate will be closed. Entry to the Church will be only through the side gate on L. J. Road and only through the Church door facing this road. All other doors of our Church will be closed. Devotees will assemble for Mass only on the side facing the road.
  4. On the day of State elections, that is, 20th November the morning Mass will be at 6.30 a.m.  There will be no Mass at 7 a.m.
  5. Those who are shifting from their old to new residence either in our parish or elsewhere, inform the Parish Office immediately. Those who have moved into our parish confirm your registration in the Parish office immediately.
  6. Ensure that you are linked to our parish via Your Community WhatsApp Group.
  7. Sunday 24th November is the Feast of Christ the King and Adoration Day in our parish. Blessed Sacrament will be exposed in our Church after the 9.30 a.m. Mass. Hours of Adoration are as follows: At 10.30 a.m. Sunday School Children & Teachers. At 11 a.m. Mary Help of Christians & Our Lady of Lourdes. At 11.30 a.m. Regina Pacis & Christ the King. At 12 Noon Divine Mercy & Prince of Peace & St. Joseph. At 12.30 p.m. Youth of our parish & Canossian Sisters. From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. there will be private silent adoration. At 3 p.m. Holy Spirit & St. Jude. At 3.30 p.m. Holy Cross & St. Anne & Our Lady of Perpetual Succour. At 4 p.m. Patrick & Rosa Mystica & Holy Trinity. At 4.30 p.m. Our Lady of Vailankanni & St. Anthony & Our Lady of Rosary. At 5 p.m. we will have a solemn Eucharistic procession via L. J. Road northwards, Sitladevi Temple Road, Freedom Fighter Ram Mohidikar Marg, Pandit Gunidas Road, L. J. Road northwards back to the Church. After the solemn Eucharistic procession there will be sermon in the Church in English and Konkani by Deacon Everest Mascarenhas followed by Benediction and Mass.
  8. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

12TH & 13TH October 2024 – 28th SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Next Sunday 20th October is Mission Sunday. Mission Sunday envelopes will be distributed this weekend.  You are requested to put your donations for the Missions in the ear-marked box which is kept near the main altar.  Cheques should be made in the name of Archdiocese of Bombay.  Write your name, address, telephone no., and PAN number behind the cheque.  Receipts for cheques will be sent to you from the Finance Office of our Archdiocese. No receipts for cash donations.
  2. The Youth of our Parish will be organising a Canteen tomorrow 12th evening & 13th October & again on 19th evening & 20th October, after all the Masses to fund their Kune Mission trip. Kindly patronise.
  3. The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our parish unit, will be having their Annual Sabha day & Awards function on Sunday October 20thin the 3rd floor Hall after 6 p.m. Mass. Students and parishioners are requested to collect the dinner passes from BCS helpdesk.
  4. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

5TH & 6TH October 2024 – 27th SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. During the month of October, Rosary is being recited daily (except on Sundays) at the Church grotto at 6.15 p.m.
  2. Tomorrow/ Today, 6th October is celebrated as Thanksgiving Sunday.
  3. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held tomorrow/today at 10.30 a.m. in the A.V. room. All PPC members to attend the same.
  4. All who have been using or will be using the School Drill Hall for functions & programmes must take prior written permission from the Principal: Fr Denzil. Kindly ensure that the School Drill Hall is kept clean after use.
  5. The North Bombay Deanery Women’s Cell will be having an insightful session on personal finance planning, tomorrow/today, 6th October 2024 from 11:30 a.m. in the Victoria School Drill Hall.
  6. The senior citizens of our Parish will be having their monthly meeting on Monday 7th October in the Drill Hall from 5.30 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. New members are welcome.
  7. Triduum in preparation for the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima who is the patron of the Konkani CLC begins on 9th Special Mass in Konkani from 9th to 11th October at 6 p.m.  Feast Mass on 12th October at 6 p.m.  Triduum and Feast Masses will be celebrated by Fr. Manuel ofm cap.
  8. Community Coordinators will meet on Friday 11th October after the 7 p.m. Mass in the AV room, to plan the activities in the communities.
  9. The Youth of our Parish will be organising a Canteen on 13th & 20th October, after all the Masses to fund their Kune Mission trip. Kindly patronise.
  10. The Bombay Catholic Sabha our parish unit, will be having their Annual Sabha day & Awards function on Sunday October 20th in the 3rd floor Hall. Students and parishioners are requested to collect the passes from BCS helpdesk.
  11. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

28th September & 29th September 2024 – 26th SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Deacon Navin has been transferred to Our Lady of Salvation Church Dadar West. We place on record and thank him for his selfless service to our parish.
  2. During the month of October, Rosary will be recited daily (except on Sundays) at the Church grotto at 6.15 p.m. Parishioners are requested to attend the same in large numbers.
  3. The Annual Rosary to pray for World Peace will be held on Wednesday 2nd October at Shivaji Park at 4.30 p.m. Parishioners are requested to attend in large numbers.
  4. Friday, 4th October is the First Friday of the month. Confessions will be heard from 6 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. Holy half hour adoration at 6.30 pm followed by Mass. Eucharistic Ministers will meet after 7 p.m. Mass.
  5. Next Sunday, 6th October will be celebrated as Thanksgiving Sunday.
  6. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held next Sunday 6th October at 10.30 a.m. in the A.V. room. All PPC members to attend the same.
  7. All who have been using or will be using the School Drill Hall for functions & programmes must take prior written permission from the Principal: Fr Denzil. Kindly ensure that the School Drill Hall is kept clean after use.
  8. The North Bombay Deanery Women’s Cell invites you to an insightful session on personal finance planning, which will be held on Sunday, 6th October 2024 from 11:30 a.m. in the Victoria School Drill Hall. Registration fee is Rs. 50/- per head.  Kindly contact the Women’s Cell help desk after Mass for registration.
  9. The senior citizens of our Parish will be having their monthly meeting on Monday 7th October in the Drill Hall from 5.30 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. New members are welcome.
  10. Kindly ensure that no waste such as plastic cups/ bags/ snack boxes etc. are thrown in the Cemetery after the funeral or death anniversary masses. Put this waste in garbage bins kept outside the cemetery.
  11. Fr Calistus and Fr Neil have completed visiting all families in our parish. If any family has not been visited kindly contact your respective SCC Coordinator or Fr Calistus or Fr Neil.
  12. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

21st September & 22nd September 2024 – 25th SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. The Church has a Common Niche wherein the remains, after a period of 2 years, can be placed at a nominal rate. The name of the deceased can be carved on the common marble slab. Family members of the deceased are encouraged to use this facility.  For more information, contact the Parish Office.
  2. The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our parish unit, will be awarding students who have done academically well in SSC, HSC and Graduation streams of Arts, Science and Commerce. These students are requested to submit the forms along with a copy of their mark sheet to BCS help desk latest by Sunday 22nd
  3. The Women’s Cell along with The Bombay Catholic Sabha unit of our parish invites you to an interactive program on how to secure your movable and immovable property with a Will, Letter of Administration, Succession Certificate, and Nomination. The program is scheduled for Sunday 22nd Sept 2024 (that is today) from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the School Drill Hall.
  4. Fr Calistus and Fr Neil have completed visiting all communities in our parish. If any family has not been visited kindly contact your respective SCC Coordinator or Fr Calistus or Fr Neil.
  5. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

14th September & 15th September 2024 – 24th SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. We thank all the Small Christian Communities of our parish for sponsoring the snacks during the Nativity novenas. We also thank our Parishioners especially our children for their generous contributions and love offerings during these novenas.
  2. The Church has a Common Niche wherein the remains, after a period of 2 years, can be placed at a nominal rate. The name of the deceased can be carved on the common marble slab. Family members of the deceased are encouraged to use this facility.  For more information, contact the Parish Office.
  3. The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our parish unit, will be awarding students who have done academically well in SSC, HSC and Graduation streams of Arts, Science and Commerce. These students are requested to submit the forms along with a copy of their mark sheet to BCS help desk this weekend.
  4. The Women’s Cell along with The Bombay Catholic Sabha unit of our parish invites you to an interactive program on how to secure your movable and immovable property with a Will, Letter of Administration, Succession Certificate, and Nomination. The program is scheduled for Sunday 22nd Sept 2024 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the School Drill Hall. Contact Women Cell members for registration which is mandatory. Entry is free.
  5. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

7th & 8th September 2024

NOTICES

  1. Tomorrow/ Today, 8th September, is being celebrated as the Day of the Girl Child.
  2. Feast Mass of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in English will be celebrated on Sunday 8th September at 8 a.m.
  3. A request to all parishioners who have their loved ones buried in temporary graves in our cemetery which have completed 2 years and above to kindly arrange to transfer the remains to niches (private/ common) at the earliest. The Parish will use the graves as and when necessary, after completion of 2 years from the date of burial.
  4. The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our parish unit, will be awarding students who have done academically well in SSC, HSC and Graduation streams of Arts, Science and Commerce. These students are requested to kindly collect the forms from the BCS help desk this weekend.
  5. The Women’s Cell along with The Bombay Catholic Sabha unit of our parish invites you to an interactive program on how to secure your movable and immovable property with a Will, Letter of Administration, Succession Certificate, and Nomination. The program is scheduled for Sunday 22nd Sept 2024 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the School Drill Hall. Entry free. Contact Women Cell members for registration.
  6. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

31st August & 1st September 2024 – 22nd SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Novena to celebrate the birthday of Mother Mary have begun from Friday, 30th August. The Masses are at 7 p.m. on week days and at 8 a.m. on Sundays.  We request our parishioners to be generous on this occasion. You can put your contribution in the earmarked box in the Church or give it in the Parish Office. Theme & Love offerings for each day are put up on the notice board.
  2. A request to all parishioners who have their loved ones buried in temporary graves in our cemetery which have completed 2 years and above to kindly arrange to transfer the remains to niches (private/ common) at the earliest. The Parish will use the graves as & when necessary, after completion of 2 years from the date of burial.
  3. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held tomorrow/today 1st September at 10.30 a.m. in the AV room. All PPC members to attend the same.
  4. Our Parish Unit of the Bombay Catholic Sabha in collaboration with Alinthis India will be having a free seminar on Redevelopment, Conveyance & Title of Property tomorrow/today 1st September from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. in the Church Hall on the 3rd floor. 
  5. 6th September is the First Friday of the month. Half hour adoration at 6.30 pm followed by Mass.
  6. Our Parish, Victoria Church, has been given the opportunity to celebrate the 7.30 p.m. Mass on Friday, 6th September 2024 at the Mount. This Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Neil Cerejo. Our choir will also be singing. All parishioners are invited to join in this celebration. It would be wonderful if as many as possible are able to attend this service.
  7. Feast Mass of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Konkani will be celebrated on Saturday 7th September at 6 p.m. Feast Mass of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in English will be celebrated on Sunday 8th September at 8 a.m.
  8. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

24th & 25th August 2024 – 21ST SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

 

  1. There will be a Special Session for PPC, SCC Steering Committee and Core group members by Felix D’Souza on Sunday 25th August from 10.15 a.m. to 1 p.m. This session will help to know the role of an animator in building the parish community.
  2. Novena to celebrate the birthday of Mother Mary begins on Friday, 30th August. The Masses will be at 7 p.m. on week days and at 8 a.m. on Sundays.  We request our parishioners to be generous on this occasion. You can put your contribution in the earmarked box in the Church or give it in the Parish Office. Theme & Love offerings for each day are put up on the notice board.
  3. A request to all parishioners who have their loved ones buried in temporary graves in our cemetery which have completed 2 years and above to kindly arrange to transfer the remains to niches (private/ common) at the earliest. The Parish will use the graves as & when necessary, after completion of 2 years from the date of burial.
  4. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held next Sunday on 1st September at 10.30 a.m. in the AV room. All PPC members to attend the same.
  5. Our Parish Unit of the Bombay Catholic Sabha in collaboration with Alinthis India will be having a free seminar on Redevelopment, Conveyance & Title of Property on Sunday 1st September from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. in the Church Hall on the 3rd Those who wish to attend are requested to register their names at the BCS helpdesk this weekend.
  6. The wise and wonderful Senior Citizens of our parish are making a pilgrimage to Mount Mary’s Basilica on Monday 2nd The bus will leave from our Church at 4.30 p.m. and return by 7 p.m. Seniors who wish to join in this pilgrimage contact: Caroline Bhavnani at the earliest.
  7. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

17th & 18th August 2024 – 20th SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Tomorrow/ Today is Justice Sunday.
  2. The Election Officer has set up a help desk in our Church from 7th to 20th August from 11am to 1 pm & from 2-4pm to help with the enrolment/ correction/ deletion etc of voter’s list.  
  1. Old and new Ministers of Holy Communion will be commissioned on Sunday 18th August at the 9.30 am
  2. There will be a Special Session for PPC, SCC Steering Committee and Core group members by Felix D’Souza on Sunday 25th August from 10.15 a.m. to 1 p.m. This session will help to know the role of an animator in building the parish community.
  3. Novenas to celebrate the birthday of Mother Mary begins on Friday, 30th The Masses will be at 7 p.m. on week days and at 8 a.m. on Sundays.  We request our parishioners to be generous on this occasion. You put your contribution in the earmarked box in the church or give it in the Parish Office.
  4. A request to all parishioners who have their loved ones buried in temporary graves in our cemetery which have completed 2 years and above to kindly arrange to transfer the remains to niches (private/ common) at the earliest. The Parish will use the graves as & when necessary, after completion of 2 years from the date of burial.
  5. Our Parish Unit of the Bombay Catholic Sabha in collaboration with Alinthis India will be having a free seminar on Redevelopment, Conveyance & Title of Property on Sunday 1st September from 11.30 p.m. to 1.30 p.m. in the Church Hall on the 3rd All are welcome.
  6. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

10th & 11th August 2024 – 19TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Anthony, Fr. Neil, Fr. Calistus, Fr. Cleophas & Deacon Navin sincerely thank our Parish Pastoral Council members, our SCCs, our Parish Associations, our Children & everyone who gave us cards, gifts and wished and prayed for us last Sunday.
  2. Tomorrow/ Today is Prison Ministry Sunday. Put your contribution in the Prison Ministry box.
  3. Govt. of Maharashtra Certified Disaster & Rescue Training Course from Monday 19th August to Saturday 23rd August will be held in Victoria High School Drill Hall from 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm. This course is free of cost. Registration will be done at the venue on first come first serve basis.
  4. The Women’s Cell of our Parish will be organising a Pre-Independence Day Canteen on Saturday after the evening Masses & on Sunday after all the morning Masses.
  5. The Bombay Catholic Sabha our parish unit will be having a plantation drive tomorrow/today after the 9.30 am mass. Free saplings will be distributed to parishioners.
  6. There will be a training session for Eucharistic Ministers on 11th August from 4-8 p.m. There will be a training session for Lectors on 15th August from 10.30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Both these sessions will be conducted by Fr. Wilfred D’Souza from Don Bosco Church, Matunga.
  7. The Election Officer has set up a help desk in our Church from 7th to 20th August from 11am to 1 pm & from 2-4pm to help with the enrolment/ correction/ deletion etc of voter’s list.  
  1. The BCS is organising a job fair on 17th Aug from 9 am to 5 pm at Sacred Heart Church, Santacruz. Please see the notice board for details.
  2. We urge all parishioners to hoist the National Flag on Independence Day along with people of other Faith in their respective clusters. For the National Flag and procedure for flag hoisting contact Fr. Calistus.
  3. 15th August is Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Independence Day. It is a day of obligation. Flag hoisting program will be at 8 am. Masses on this day will be at 7 a.m. in Konkani and 9.30 a.m. & 6 p.m. in English.
  4. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

3rd & 4th August 2024 – 18TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Tomorrow/ Today is Vianney Sunday. Do pray for the priests of and from our Parish, and for all priests who are sick and bedridden.  The Second Collection at all Masses will go towards Clergy Fund for sick and retired priests.  Cheques have to be drawn in favour of ‘Archdiocese of Bombay’ and dropped in the box kept in the Church.  Please write your name, mobile number, pan number and postal address behind the cheque. Receipts for the cheques will be sent to you from the Finance office of our Archdiocese. No receipts for cash donations. Please be generous.
  2. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting tomorrow/ today at 10.30 a.m. in the AV room. All PPC members to attend the same.
  3. Govt. of Maharashtra Certified Disaster & Rescue Training Course from Monday 19th August to Saturday 23rd August will be held in the Victoria High School Drill Hall from 2.30 pm to 6.30 pm. This course is free of cost. Registration will be done at the venue on first cum first serve basis.
  4. Next Sunday is Prison Ministry Sunday.
  5. Senior Citizens Meeting on Monday 5th August at 5.30 p.m. in the Drill Hall.
  6. There will be a training session for Eucharistic Ministers on 11th August from 4-8 p.m. There will be a training session for Lectors on 15th August from 10.30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Both these sessions will be conducted by Fr. Wilfred D’Souza from Don Bosco Church, Matunga.
  7. The Women’s Cell of our Parish will be organising a Pre-Independence Day Canteen next weekend on Saturday 10th August after the evening Masses & on Sunday 11th August after all the morning Masses.
  8. 15th August is Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Independence Day. It is a day of obligation. Flag hoisting program will be at 8 am. Hence there will be no 8 a.m. Mass. Masses on that day will be at 7 a.m. in Konkani and 9.30 a.m. & 6 p.m. in English. 
  9. The Bombay Catholic Sabha our parish unit will be having a plantation drive on Sunday 11th August after the 9.30 am mass. Free saplings will be distributed to parishioners.
  10. SCC Steering Committee meeting will be held on 9th August after 7 p.m. Mass in the A.V. Room.
  11. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

27th & 28th July 2024 – 17TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. In commemoration of the Feast of Sts. Joaquim & Anne, Parents Day will be celebrated tomorrow/today. Children will felicitate their parents during the 8 a.m. Children’s Mass. Parents Day programme will be held in the Hall at 10.30 a.m.
  2. 2nd August is the First Friday of the Month. Holy Half hour adoration will be at 6.30 p.m. followed by Mass at 7 p.m.  Confessions will be from 6 p.m.
  3. Next Sunday 4th August is Vianney Sunday. You are requested to pray for the priests of the Parish and for all priests who are sick and bedridden.  The second collection made at all Masses on that day which will go towards the Clergy Fund which takes care of the sick and retired priests.  Cheques may be drawn in favour of ‘Archdiocese of Bombay’ and dropped in the box kept in the Church.  Please write your name, mobile number, PAN number and postal address behind the cheque.  Please be generous.
  4. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held next Sunday at 10.30 a.m. in the AV room. All PPC members to attend the same.
  5. On account of Botawala Building being sealed after a part of it collapsed, Victoria Holistic Health Centre will not be functioning.
  6. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

20th & 21st July 2024 – 16TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. In commemoration of the Feast of Sts. Joaquim & Anne, Parents Day will be celebrated next Sunday 28th Children will felicitate their parents during the 8 a.m. Children’s Mass. Parents Day programme will be held in the Hall at 10.30 a.m. Coupons priced at Rs. 100/- will be available with the Sunday school teachers.
  2. Kindly note that mass intentions can be written and any amount as Mass Stipend can be dropped in any box in the Church. These intentions will be offered during Multi-Intention Masses on Sundays at 9.30 a.m. & Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
  3. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

13th & 14th July 2024 – 15TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Commissioning of new Eucharistic Ministers will be done on Sunday 18th August at the 9.30 am
  2. Every family in our Parish MUST have a Family Registration Number. Those not having it, must contact their PPC member or the Parish Office immediately.  It is mandatory to contribute 1% of the family income to the Community Welfare Fund.
  3. Please do not litter the graveyard with sponge, plastic bags etc.
  4. Parents Day programme will be celebrated on Sunday 28th July. Children will felicitate their parents during the 8 a.m. Children’s Mass. Parents Day programme in the Hall at 10.30 a.m.
  5. Kindly note that mass intentions can be written and any amount as Mass Stipend can be dropped in any box in the Church. These intentions will be offered during Multi- Intention Masses on Sundays at 9.30 am & Wednesdays at 7 pm.
  6. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

6th & 7th July 2024 – FAITH FORMATION SUNDAY

NOTICES

  1. Today is Faith Formation Sunday. Sunday School teachers and Catechists will be commissioned tomorrow/today at the 8 a.m. mass.
  2. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held tomorrow/today in the AV room after the 9.30 a.m. Mass. All PPC members to attend.
  3. Today is the last date for admission to the First Holy Communion and Confirmation Class for this academic year. Parents are requested to send children regularly for the 8 am Mass and Sunday School thereafter.
  4. Every family in our Parish must have a Family Registration Number. Those not having it, must contact their PPC member or the Parish Office immediately.  It is mandatory to contribute 1% of the family income to the Community Welfare Fund.
  5. Commissioning of new Eucharistic Ministers will be done on Sunday 18th August at the 9.30 am
  6. Steering Committee Meeting will be held on Friday, 12th July after 7 pm Mass in the AV room. All coordinators to attend the same.
  7. Please do not litter the graveyard with sponge, plastic bags etc.
  8. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

29th & 30th June 2024 – LAITY SUNDAY

NOTICES

  1. There will be a Peter Pence Collection after Holy Communion today. This amount will be sent to the Holy Father for needs of the churches all over the world.
  2. Tomorrow/ Today is LaitySunday. Commissioning of Parish Pastoral Council Members & Heads of All Cells and Associations at the 9.30 a.m. Mass.
  3. Tomorrow/ Today, the Youth of our parish will have an engaging session entitled ‘WHO WOULD YOU PREFER TO BE’ by Ashwin at 10.30 a.m. along with games in the Church Hall on 3rd Floor. This is open to all youth between 16-25 years. Urging all eligible youth to attend.
  4. Meeting of the Wise and Wonderful Victorian Seniors will be held on 1st July at 5.30 p.m. in the Drill Hall. New senior members are welcome to join with a one-time membership fee of Rs. 100/-.
  5. Friday 5th July is the First Friday of the Month. Half hour adoration at 6.30 p.m. followed by Mass.
  6. Meeting of all the Eucharistic Ministers will be held on Friday 5th July after the 7 p.m. mass.
  7. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held next Sunday 7th July in the AV room after the 9.30 a.m. Mass. All PPC members to attend.
  8. Next Sunday is Faith Formation Sunday. Sunday School teachers and Catechists will be commissioned at the 8 a.m. mass.
  9. Confessions will be heard on everyFirst Friday of the month from 6 to 6.30 p.m., and every Saturday from 30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  10. The admission for the First Holy Communion and Confirmation for this academic year will be closed next Sunday.
  11. Legionaries of our Parish are visiting the families at regular intervals. Kindly welcome them when they visit your family.
  12. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

22nd & 23rd June 2024 – 12TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

1. Next Sunday is Laity Sunday. Commissioning of Parish Pastoral Council Members & Heads of All Cells and Associations at the 9.30 a.m. Mass.

2. Next Sunday, the Youth of our parish will have an engaging session entitled ‘WHO WOULD YOU PREFER TO BE’ by Fr. Ashwin at 10.30 am along with games in the Church Hall on 3rd Floor. This is open to all youth between 16-25 years. Urging all eligible youth to attend.

3. Please write your Name & Registration no. on the Community Welfare Fund envelopes before dropping them in the CWF box. Collect your CWF donation receipts from the Church office.

4. Please bring exact amount of money when coming to book Masses or to get certificates in our Parish office. Weekday Masses: Rs 50 each, Sunday Masses: Rs. 100 each, Certificates: Rs 20 each.

5. Special thanks to all the coordinators and animators for continuing to build up the Small Christian Communities. At the last Steering Committee Meeting, it was decided to have all meetings of core group & clusters in the homes of the families. Community members are requested to host at least one meeting in their house in a year.

6. The Family Cell of St. John Bosco Church, Borivali is organizing a program for all eligible singles of marriageable age called LILAC on Sunday 7th July 2024 from 10am to 3pm. Details on the notice board.

7. Once you have made NEFT or IMPSP donation for Church of Our Lady of Victories, please send a message to Fr. Anthony on WhatsApp Number 9892149779. This does not apply for donations to Community Welfare Fund. As per the instructions of our Auditors, if you have made a donation of Rs. 10,000/- and above please send your Pan Number on the above mentioned WhatsApp number.

8. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

9. We are grateful to all our parishioners who generously contributed towards St. Anthony’s lunch for the poor. May St. Anthony continue to bless us all.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

15th & 16th June 2024 – 11TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

NOTICES

  1. Please bring exact amount of money when coming to book Masses or to get certificates in our Parish office.
  2. Anthony’s lunch for the poor will be served tomorrow /today.
  3. Sunday School, First Holy Communion & Confirmation classes begin tomorrow/ today. We urge parents to ensure their children’s presence for the 8 a.m. Mass and Sunday School thereafter.
  4. The communities of Rosa Mystica & Our Lady of Rosary are re-aligned. Families residing in the Shivaji Park area will be a part of Our Lady of Perpetual Succour and families residing in Lucky Chawl, Fernandes Chawl, Ram Kutir & around Shobha Hotel will be part of Our Lady of Velankanni Community.
  5. The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our parish unit will be having their AGM on Saturday 22nd June in the AV Room at 5 p.m.
  6. Laity Sunday will be celebrated on 30th Commissioning of Parish Pastoral Council Members & Heads of All Cells and Associations at the 9.30 a.m. Mass.
  7. The Family Cell of St. John Bosco Church, Borivali is organizing a program for all eligible singles of marriageable age called LILAC on Sunday 7th July 2024 from 10am to 3pm. Details on the notice board.
  8. Please send a message to Fr. Anthony on WhatsApp Number 9892149779 once you have made NEFT or IMPSP donations.
  9. For other announcements kindly see the Notice Board.

Fr. Anthony F. D’Souza        

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

8th & 9thJUNE 2024

NOTICES

 

1.

Parish Pastoral Council meeting will be held tomorrow/ today in the AV room after the 9.30.am mass.  All PPC members are to attend the same.

2.

Sunday School re-opens next Sunday i.e. on 16th June. We urge parents to ensure their children’s presence for the 8 am mass and Sunday School thereafter.

3.

Children receiving the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation this academic year, are to register their names (alongwith copy of Baptism Certificate, community Welfare card and photograph of child) at the parish office before Sunday school resumes, next Sunday.  Please note that children studying in StdThird must register with their Sunday School teachers when Sunday school re-opens if they wish to receive First Holy Communion in 2025

4.

Altar Servers meetings are held every Sunday after the 9.30am mass. All children who have received communion and are schooling are eligible to join the Altar Servers Association.

5.

Parishioners who would like to subscribe to The Examiner annually are to meet the legion members at the legion stall.

6.

The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our parish unit will be having their AGM on Saturday 22nd June in the AV room at 5 pm.  Parishioners who wish to attend are requested to register their names at the BCS help desk this weekend

7.St. Anthony’ s lunch for the poor will be served on Sunday 16th June.  Contributions can be given in the Parish Office.

Fr. Anthony F. D’souza

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

1st & 2nd JUNE 2024

NOTICES

1.Friday 7th June is the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. It is also the first Friday of the month.  Holy Half hour will be offered before the evening mass at 6.30 pm.
2.Saturday 8th June is  the  Memorial  of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
3.Fr.  Rocky Banz is transferred to St. Joseph Church Juhu.  The parishioners of Victoria Church thank Fr Rocky Banz for his 5 years of dedicated service and for all the spiritual nourishment given to the parishioners with   love. We wish Fr. Rocky a fruitful ministry in his new assignment with God’s abundant blessing
4.The Parishioners of Victoria Church give a warm welcome to Fr Anthony D’souza as the new Parish Priest. Fr Anthony was last ministering at Our lady of Dolours church, Marine Lines. The induction of Fr Anthony will be at the 9.30 am mass on 2nd June. Bishop Allwyn will preside over the mass.
5. Parish  Pastoral Council meeting will be held next Sunday, 9th June at the AV room soon after the 9.30.am mass.
6.Konkani Mass will resume from 8th June at 6pm.
7.Victoria High School SSC results of March 2024 is 96.10%.  For details please refer to the notice board.
8.Sunday School re-opens on 16th June. We encourage all children to attend regularly and urge parents to ensure their children’s presence for the 8 am mass and Sunday School.
9.Parents of children studying in Class Fourth are to register your child for First Holy Communion Class along with a copy of the Baptism Certificate & Parish Registration Card at the Parish Office before 16th June.
10.Those who have appeared for SSC Exams and who have been attending Sunday School classes regularly are eligible to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in 2025.  Kindly register along with a copy of the Baptism Certificate & Parish Registration Card at the Parish Office before 16th June.
11.This year St. Anthony’ s lunch for the poor will be served on Sunday 16th June.  Contributions can be given in the Parish Office.

Fr. Calistus/Neil

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

25th& 26th MAY 2024

NOTICES

1.Next Sunday 2nd June is the Solemnity of the Body & Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Corpus Christi).
2.31st May is the feast of the Visitation of Our Lady to Elizabeth. We will be concluding the May devotion to Our Lady by reciting the Rosary at the grotto on 31st May at6.15pm followed by Mass at 7 pm in the Church.  Kindly join in large numbers.
3.Fr. Rocky Banz will offer the farewell mass on Tuesday 28th May at 7pm.  You are requested to be present.
4.The induction of Fr. Anthony D’souza, the new Parish Priest of Our Lady of Victories will be on Sunday 2nd June, at the 9.30 mass.  Bishop AllwynD’silva will preside over the Mass. You are requested to be present at this Mass.
5.All registered earning Parishioners are requested to contribute 1% of their earnings towards the Community Welfare Fund.
6.This year St. Anthony’ s lunch for the poor will be served on Sunday 16th June.  Those who wish to contribute towards this lunch expenses may handover their contribution to any of the priests or at the parish office.

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

18th& 19th MAY 2024

PENTECOST SUNDAY

 

NOTICES

1.Monday, 20th May is the Feast of Mary, Mother of God.
2.Next Sunday 26th May is the Feast of the  Most Holy Trinity.
3.The date for voting in Mumbai is 20th May, hence we urge all the eligible voters to cast your vote. Each and every vote matters. Consider voting as a sacred duty and a service to the nation. You can contact the BCS members to find your booth for voting.
4.FOCOLARE in collaboration with Marinagar Association- Mahim west, presents fundraising event “Masti and More” on Saturday 25th May 2024 from 530 pm. Further details are placed on the notice board.
5.Henceforth, there will be no crosses put on the graves.  Instead, a name plate will be installed on the graves. Undertakers are instructed accordingly.
6.The Parish encourages shroud burial. Parishioners are requested to spend minimum amount for the funeral expenses.  The bereaved family members are requested to first contact the Parish office before contacting the undertaker.
7.St. Paul’s Institute of Communication Education invites applications from students who wish to pursue Media & Management Graduate and Post Graduate courses. Please see notice board for details.
8.The Citizen Credit Co-operative Bank Ltd. is looking to appoint apprentices for their Mumbai & Thane branches.  Details on the notice board.
9.This year St. Anthony’ s lunch for the poor will be served in June.  Those who wish to contribute towards this lunch expenses may handover their contribution at the parish office.

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

11th & 12th MAY 2024

THE SOLEMNITY OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD

 

NOTICES

 

1.Next Sunday 19th May is the Feast of Pentecost.  Novena prayer to the Holy Spirit is being recited at every Mass from 10th May to 18th May.
2.The Jesus Youth is organising an initial youth retreat titled “FIRE 2024”.  For details please see the notice board.
3.This year St. Anthony’ s lunch for the poor will be served in June.  Those who wish to contribute towards this lunch expenses may handover their contribution at the parish office.

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

4th & 5th MAY 2024

NOTICES

 

1.

Summer Mania for the children of our Parish from 5 to 15 years is in progress.  It will be a fun filled time with Bible study, games, art, craft, music, dance, outings and more.  Registration @ Rs. 100/- per head. Those who wish to donate cash, snacks or unused board games, sports items etc. can do so by contacting Fr. Neil or the Parish Office.

2.

The schedule of Marriage Preparation Courses for Mumbai from May 2024 to November 2024 organised by Snehalaya is put up on the notice board

3.

From 1st May, Rosary is being recited at the grotto in the Church compound at 6.15pm from Monday to Friday.  Please join in large numbers to pray the Rosary.

 

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

27th& 28th April 2024

NOTICES

 

1.Our Lady of Victories Youth will have the last phase of TheVictories Sports Dhamaka this weekend i.e., on27th& 28th April.  Kindly contact the Youth animators for details.  Those who wish to sponsor the event, please contact Fr. Neil.
2.As we come to an end of the Sports Dhamaka, we begin the month of May with Summer Mania for the children of our Parish from 5 to 15 years.  It will be a fun filled time with Bible study, games, art, craft, music, dance, outings and more.  Registration @ Rs. 100/- per head can be done after evening mass.
3.Friday 3rd May is the First Friday of the Month.  Half hour adoration at 6.30 pm followed by Holy Mass at 7.00 p.m.
4.Please note that there will be no Konkani Mass in the month of May. During the month of May, confessions will be held at 6.30 pm on Saturdays followed by Holy Mass at 7pm.
5.From 1st May, Rosary will be recited at the grotto in the Church compound at 6.15pm from Monday to Friday.  Please join in large numbers to pray the Rosary.
6.Please note, in the month of May, Parish office will be open only in the mornings from 7.30am to 12noon.  Parish office will remain closed in the evenings.
7.The Willingdon Catholic Gymkhana, Santacruz West is seeking to recruit resources for vacancies of Supervisor, Electrician cum Maintenance, Attendant & Badminton Marker.  Please refer to the notice board for details.
8.The RCIA program by the Diocesan Cathechetical Centre will commence registration from 29th April 2024.  The last date of admission will be 15th June 2024.  All adults who wish to be initiated into the Catholic faith are encouraged to participate in this programme.  Details on the notice board

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

 

FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

20th & 21st April 2024

 

NOTICES

 

1.

The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our Parish unit is having a help desk to assist parishioners to check their names on the voters list from 15th to 21st April from 6pm to 8pm. Kindly carry your voter card.

 

2.

Our Lady of Victories Youth is gearing up for the Victories Sports Dhamaka on this weekend and the next i.e. on 20th, 21st, 27th & 28th April.  Kindly contact the Youth animators for details.  Those who wish to sponsor the event, please contact Fr. Neil.

 

3.Please note that there will be no Konkani Masses in the months of May and June.
4.

Take Charge Mentorship for youth between 16 and 24 years is now open for admissions. The selected youth will be given one to one mentoring by an assigned senior successful professional or business leader over the course of the year. This will be supplemented by interactive workshops and engaging bonding programs for all round personal development, skill enhancement and informed career choices.

Visit www.takecharge.in or the Instagram handle to view the impactful stories and to apply. Last date for applications – 31 May 2024.

 

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER

                                                                             13th & 14th April 2024

NOTICES

 

1.

Tomorrow/ Today, 27 candidates of our Parish will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation at the 6 pm Mass from Bishop Emeritus Lourdes Daniel of Nashik Diocese.  We request you to pray for these candidates.

At the same mass, Fr. Rocky, our Parish Priest and his 8 companions will be celebrating their 44th Ordination Anniversary.  All are welcome to participate at this thanksgiving Mass.

2.The Association of Salesians Co-operators, Auxilium Convent, Bandra invites all youth above the age of 15years for an evening of fun, faith and fellowship on 20th April.  Kindly register before 16th April.  Details on the notice board.
3.The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our Parish unit will be having a help desk to assist parishioners to check their names on the voters list from 15th to 21st April from 6pm to 8pm. Kindly carry your voter card.
4.The Bombay Catholic Sabha, our Parish unit will help people to get their Ayushman Card which provides health coverage of upto 5 lakhs per year to each family, on Sunday 14th April from 10.30am to 1.30 pm in the Church compound.  Parishioners are requested to register their names at the BCS helpdesk this weekend.
5.Our Lady of Victories Youth is gearing up for the Victories Sports Dhamaka on 20th, 21st, 27th & 28th April.  Kindly contact the Youth animators for details.  Those who wish to sponsor the event, please contact Fr. Neil.

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

 

CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF VICTORIES

13th & 14th JANUARY 2024

 

NOTICES

 

1.

Novenas to celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Victories have begun from Friday 12th January.

14th January, Sunday novena mass in Konkani at 6pm.

15th January, Monday, novena mass in Konkani at 7 pm

From 16th to 19th January, the novena masses will be in English at 7 pm from Tuesday to Friday.

On 20th January, Novena mass in English at 6 pm.

After the 6 pm English mass, there will be a celebration for Senior Citizens from 7-10 pm.  Entry by invitation cards only which have been sent through SCC co-ordinators/ Parish Councillors.  All Senior Citizens of our parish are requested to collect the invitation card from your community co-ordinators/Parish Councillor.

2.On Friday 19th January, novena mass will be followed by a Talent Contest which is open to all parishioners. Forms for the same can be collected from the Parish Office @ Rs 50/- per entry. Last date to submit form is Thursday 18th January.
3.

Sunday 21st January is our Parish Feast.  Please note, 7am mass will be in Konkani and masses in English will be at 8 am & 9.30 am.  There will be No Evening mass.  The Feast Mass at 9.30 am will be a concelebrated mass having

Fr. Gerard Rodricks, the Parish Priest of Holy Family Church, Chakala will be the main celebrant . Feast Mass will be followed by entertainment program.

The children program will be from  3-6 pm

Evening Fete begins from 7 pm onwards..

4.Coupons for the 21st January evening program can be collected from the PPC members by the 18th January.  No coupons will be sold at the venue on 21st  evening.  Kindly buy your coupons at the earliest to avoid disappointment.
5.Parishioners can book stalls @ Rs. 2000/- per stall . For others, it will be @ Rs. 5000/- per stall.
6.The details of all families residing in our parish vicinity are placed in the extension in front of the Church for your reference.  Parishioners are requested to check if their names are recorded. This list will be used to allot the coupons for the feast day event in the evening.  The details can also be viewed on the church web victorieschurch.com
7.As Victoria High School , Primary Section is celebrating its Annual Day on 27th January 2024, the school authorities have made an appeal to have the evening mass on the 26th & 27th January  at 6pm only. So the Mass on 27th January at 7 pm will be cancelled.  We have placed their request letter on the notice board.
8.Canossa Convent Mahim, are having Online Admissions for the academic year 2024-25 for Junior KG and Nursery.  Details on the notice board.
  

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

 

 

 

PARISH FEAST NOTICES

 

 

1.Novenas to celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Victories will begin from Friday 12th January. From 12th to 15th January, novenas will be in Konkani.  From 16th to 20th January, the novenas will be in English.
2.On Friday 19th January, novena mass at 7 pm which will be followed by a Talent Contest which is open to all parishioners. Forms for the same can be collected from the Parish Office @ Rs 50/- per entry.
3.On Saturday 20th January, the last day novena will be at 6 pm.  After the 6 pm English mass, there will be a celebration for Senior Citizens from 7-10 pm.  Entry by invitation cards only which are being sent through SCC co-ordinators/ Parish Councillors.  All Senior Citizens of our parish are requested to collect the invitation card from your community co-ordinators/Parish Councillor.
4.

Sunday 21st January is our Parish Feast.  Please note, 7am mass will be in Konkani and masses in English will be at 8 am & 9.30 am.  There will be No Evening mass.  The Feast Mass at 9.30 am will be a concelebrated mass having

Fr. Gerard Rodricks, the Parish Priest of Holy Family Church, Chakala.

5.On Sunday 21st January, soon after the 9.30am mass, variety entertainment Program for all will be held in the church quadrangle.  Live band- Rockin Marmalade will be playing in the morning.  There will be American Auction, Bingo Bumper, food stalls and lots of fun.  Food stalls can be booked by communities at Rs. 2000/- per stall.
6.On Sunday 21st January, children of our parish (upto the age of 16 years) will have fun and frolic from 3 pm to 6 pm.  There will be lots of fun and games.
7.

In the evening on 21st January, there will be Victorian King & Queen Pageant, live band by beat group, Engel & Alria.

Parishioners can book stalls @ Rs. 2000/- per stall . For others, it will be @ Rs. 5000/- per stall.

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHURCH OF our LADY OF VICTORIES

6th & 7th JANUARY 2024

 

NOTICES

 

1.The Holy Father has appointed Bp. Barthol Barretto as the new Bishop of Nashik Diocese and Fr. Bernard Lancy Pinto, the Parish Priest of St. Michael’sChurch, Mahim as the Coadjutor Bishop of Aurangabad.  We congratulate and wish them all the success in their new ministry.
2.

Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held today/tomorrow at 10.30 am in the AV room.  All PPC members are requested to attend the same.

 

3.Canossa Convent Mahim, are having Online Admissions for the academic year 2024-25 for Junior KG and Nursery.  Details on the notice board.
4.We welcome patrons, donors, and benefactors to sponsor the various cultural and entertainment programmes to be held on 19th 20th & 21st January 2024, our Parish Feast.  Kindly contact the Parish Fathers or the parish office as soon as possible.
  
  

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF our LADY OF VICTORIES

30th & 31st DECEMBER 2023

 

NOTICES

 

1.Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held on Sunday 7th January 2024 at 10.30 am in the AV room.  All PPC members are requested to attend the same.
2.Today  we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph-Masses in English at 8am and 9.30am.  No evening mass.
3.Sunday 31st December-New Year’s Eve.  Thanksgiving holy half hour in Konkani at 9 pm and thanksgiving holy half hour in English at 9.30pm followed by New Year Vigil Mass at 10 pm.
4.Monday, 1st January–Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. Mass in Konkani at 7 am and masses in English at 8am and 9.30am.  There will be no evening mass.
5.Novenas to celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Victories will begin from 12th January. The first 4 days novenas will be in Konkani.  From 16th to 19th January, the novenas will be in English
6.On Saturday 20th January, there will be no Mass at 7 pm.  After the 6pm English mass there will be a celebration for Senior Citizens  from 7-10 pm.  Entry by invitation cards only which are being sent through SCC co-ordinators/ Parish Councillors.  All Senior Citizens of our parish are requested to collect the invitation card from your community co-ordinators/Parish Councillor
7.Sunday 21st January is our Parish Feast.  Please note, 7am mass will be in Konkani and masses in English will be at 8 am & 9.30 am.  There will be no evening mass.
8.

On Sunday 21st January, soon after the 9.30am mass, variety entertainment Program for all will be held in the church quadrangle.  Live bank-Rockin Marmalade will be playing in the morning.  There will be food tables and lots of fun and frolic till 2pm.

For children of our parish(upto the age of 18 years) from 4 pm to 6 pm there will be games.

There will be a variety entertainment program from 6pm to 10pm for all adults from the ages of 18-59 years.

9.We welcome patrons, donors, and benefactors to sponsor the various cultural and entertainment programmes to be held on 19th 20th & 21st January 2024, our Parish Feast.  Kindly contact the Parish Fathers or the parish office as soon as possible.
  

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF our LADY OF VICTORIES

23rd & 24th DECEMBER 2023

NOTICES

1. Please note on Sunday 24th December, masses in English will be at 8am, and 9.30am. There will be no evening mass.

2. On 24th December, there will be Carol singing at 9 pm. Please occupy your seats before 9pm. The Christmas Vigil Mass will be at 10.00pm.

3. Monday 25th December, Christmas Day, Mass in Konkani at 7 am and masses in English will be at 8 am and 9.30 am. There will be no evening mass.

4. Thursday 28th December- Holy Innocents Day. Children will be blessed at both masses (7am and 7pm). Christmas party for Sunday school children will be at 4pm.

5. Sunday 31st December Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph-Masses in English at 8am and 9.30am. No evening mass.

6. Sunday 31st December-New Year’s Eve. Thanksgiving holy half hour in Konkani at 9 pm and thanksgiving holy half hour in English at 9.30pm followed by New Year Vigil Mass at 10 pm.

7. Monday, 1st January-Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. Mass in Konkani at 7 am and masses in English at 8am and 9.30am. There will be no evening mass.

8. We welcome patrons, donors, and benefactors to sponsor the various cultural and entertainment programmes to be held on 19th 20th & 21st January 2024, our Parish Feast. Kindly contact the Parish Fathers or the parish office as soon as possible.

Fr. Rocky Banz
Parish Priest.

CHURCH OF our LADY OF VICTORIES

16th & 17th DECEMBER 2023

NOTICES

 

1.All PPC members are requested to collect the Christmas Copies of the Parish Bulletin alongwith the prayer card, Calendar and Community Welfare Fund envelopes for distribution in their communities.
2.Confessions will be heard on 21st & 22nd December from 5-7 pm and 7.30-8.30PM.
3.Deacon Navin is conducting sessions on Catholic Letters after the 6 pm mass on all Sundays of Advent.  We urge our Parishioners to attend these sessions and get a deeper knowledge about the scriptures.
4.Please note on Sunday 24th December, masses in English will be at 8am, and 9.30am.  There will be no evening mass.
5.On 24th December, there will be Carol singing at 9 pm. Please occupy your seats before 9pm.  The Christmas Vigil Mass will be at 10.00pm.
6.Monday 25th December, Christmas Day, Mass in Konkani at 7 am and masses in English will be at 8 am and 9.30 am.  There will be no evening mass.
7.Thursday 28th December- Holy Innocents Day.  Children will be blessed at both masses (7am and 7pm). Christmas party for Sunday school children will be at 4pm.
8.Sunday 31st December Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph-Masses in English at 8am and 9.30am.  No evening mass.
9.Sunday 31st December-New Year’s Eve.  Thanksgiving holy half hour in Konkani at 9 pm and thanksgiving holy half hour in English at 9.30pm followed by New Year Vigil Mass at 10 pm.
10.Monday, 1st January–Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. Mass in Konkani at 7 am and masses in English at 8am and 9.30am.  There will be no evening mass.
11.Kindly refer to the notice board for the poster from Centre for Social Action and Official on Advent Campaign Against Hunger and Disease from Oswald Gracias, Archbishop of Bombay.  You may put in your contribution towards this cause in the envelopes and drop it in the box kept in the Church marked for this purpose.
12.We appeal to your generosity towards Christmas gift hampers that would be given to SVP adopted families of our Parish.  Please handover your contribution at the Parish Office.
13.We welcome patrons, donors, and benefactors to sponsor the various cultural and entertainment programmes to be held on 19th 20th & 21st January 2024, our Parish Feast.  Kindly contact the Parish Fathers or the parish office as soon as possible.
  

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

 

 

 

CHURCH OF our LADY OF VICTORIES

9th & 10th DECEMBER 2023

NOTICES

 

1.Today 10th December, 16 children of our Parish will receive First Holy Communion at the 9.30 am Mass.  Please keep these children in your prayers.
2.Confessions will be heard on 21st & 22nd December from 5-7 pm and 7.30-8.30PM.
3.Deacon Navin is conducting sessions on Catholic Letters after the 6 pm mass on all Sundays of Advent.  We urge our Parishioners to attend these sessions and get a deeper knowledge about the scriptures.
4.The Christmas issue of our Parish Bulletin will be out shortly.  Those who wish to put an advertisement, kindly contact the Parish Office.
5.Pope Francis has announced that the Church will celebrate a Jubilee Year in 2025 with the theme of “Pilgrims of Hope”.  Pope Francis urges Catholics to prepare for th Jubilee by spending time in studying the four Constitutions of the Second Vatican Council and focusing on prayer.
6.We appeal to your generosity towards Christmas gift hampers that would be given to SVP adopted families of our Parish.  Please handover your contribution at the Parish Office.
7.Kindly refer to the notice board for the poster from Centre for Social Action and Official on Advent Campaign Against Hunger and Disease from Oswald Gracias, Archbishop of Bombay.  You may put in your contribution towards this cause in the envelopes and drop it in the box kept in the Church marked for this purpose.
8.Parishioners seeking admission to Jr. KG in Rosary Pre-Primary Centre for the year 2024-2025, kindly contact the Primary School office between 9 to 11 am.
9.The Sunday School children alongwith their parents and teachers are organising the Christmas Jumble Bazar on coming Saturdays & Sundays i.e.  9th, 10th, 16th and 17th December.  On Saturdays it will be from 5pm to 8pm and on Sundays from 9am-12pm and from 4pm to 7 pm. Parishioners are urged to patronise the same.
10.We welcome patrons, donors, and benefactors to sponsor the various cultural and entertainment programmes to be held on 20th & 21st January 2024, our Parish Feast.  Kindly contact the Parish Fathers or the parish office as soon as possible.

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest

CHURCH OF our LADY OF VICTORIES

2nd & 3rd DECEMBER 2023

NOTICES

 

1.Parish Pastoral Council Meeting will be held today in the AV room.  All PPC members are requested to attend the same.
2.Few copies of Bible Diaries 2024 are available at the Parish Office at a discounted price of Rs.100/- per copy on first come first served basis.
3.There is an opportunity for graduates to send a representative to the Maharashtra Legislative Council by registering yourself as a graduate voter.  For more details, please see the notice board.
4.Deacon Navin will be conducting the Catholic Letters after the 6 pm mass on all Sundays of Advent starting from today.  We urge our Parishioners to attend these sessions and get a deeper knowledge about the story of Christmas.
5.Meeting of the Wise and Wonderful Victorian Seniors will be held on 4th December at 5.30 pm in the Drill hall. New senior members are welcome to join.
6.The Christmas issue of our Parish Bulletin will be out shortly.  Those who wish to put an advertisement, kindly contact the Parish Office.
7.Pope Francis has announced that the Church will celebrate a Jubilee Year in 2025 with the theme of “Pilgrims of Hope”.  Pope Francis urges Catholics to prepare for th Jubilee by spending time in studying the four Constitutions of the Second Vatican Council and focusing on prayer.
8.We appeal to your generosity towards Christmas gift hampers that would be given to SVP adopted families of our Parish.  Please handover your contribution at the Parish Office.
9.Kindly refer to the notice board for the poster from Centre for Social Action and Official on Advent Campaign Against Hunger and Disease from Oswald Gracias, Archbishop of Bombay.  You may put in your contribution towards this cause in the envelopes and drop it in the box kept in the Church marked for this purpose.
10.Parishioners seeking admission to Jr. KG in Rosary Pre-Primary Centre for the year 2024-2025, kindly contact the Primary School office between 9 to 11 am.
11.Next Sunday 10th December, 16 children of our Parish will be receiving First Holy Communion at the 9.30 am Mass.  Please keep these children in your prayers.
12.The Sunday School children alongwith their parents and teachers are organising the Christmas Jumble Bazar on coming Saturdays & Sundays i.e.  9th, 10th, 16th and 17th December.  On Saturdays it will be from 5pm to 8pm and on Sundays from 9am-12pm and from 4pm to 7 pm. Parishioners are urged to patronise the same.
13.We welcome patrons, donors, and benefactors to sponsor the various cultural and entertainment programmes to be held on 20th & 21st January 2024, our Parish Feast.  Kindly contact the Parish Fathers or the parish office as soon as possible.
  

Fr. Rocky Banz

Parish Priest