ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR SUNDAY, 23rd November, 2025

1. Tomorrow/Today being the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for Adoration in the church at the following times.

   i.                After the 7:30 am Mass till 9:20 am (before 9:30 am Mass)

   ii.              After the 9:30 am Mass till 12:30 pm

   iii.            From 4:00 pm onwards till the start of the procession

   All parishioners are strongly encouraged to spend some time in quiet prayer & adoration before the Lord.  Adoration Schedule:

   a)    8:30 am                          Zones 3 & 4

   b)    10:30 to 11:00 am          Zone 1

   c)    11:00 to 11:30 am          Zone 2

   d)    11:30 am                        Religious Men & Women

   e)    4:30 pm                          Zone 5

   At 5:15 pm we will leave in procession with the Blessed Sacrament to Gloria Church for Adoration, preaching, and Benediction.

2. Next Sunday, is the 1st Sunday of Advent and the beginning of the new liturgical Year A. The Liturgy at the 9:30 am Mass will be organized by St. Valentine Community.

3. Next Sunday, Zone 1 will organize Stalls to raise funds for Manor Mission. Please patronize.

4. Also, next Sunday vehicles will be blessed in the church premises.

5. The parish is organizing a Christmas program Yuletide@Annes, on 6th December, starting at 7 pm at the Parish Basketball Court to usher in the spirit of joy as we set the tone for Advent. This parish community-cantered event aims to engage all ages—families, youth, children, and senior citizens. Highlights include stage performances, game stalls, fellowship, and the inter-zone "Star" competition.

   Every parishioner will leave with a smile, a strong sense of belonging, and lasting memories. We look forward to celebrating the Christmas spirit of light, joy, and unity together!

   Entry is ₹100 per head. Invite passes are available with the community coordinators, animators, and Parish Office.

6. Parishioners are invited to join the Lectors’ Ministry and help proclaim the Word of God during Mass.

   Also, to join the Cantors’ Ministry to help lead the congregation in prayer, singing, and other responses during the Mass.

7. Practices for the Christmas Night Mass will begin this coming week. They will be held every Tuesday and Friday after the 7:00 pm Mass in the church.

   All choir members are requested to attend and be punctual.

   Lectors, cantors, altar servers, and those involved in the liturgy are welcome to join and be punctual.

8. Online Application Forms for Admission to Jr. KG of St. Mary’s School ICSE & ISC for Academic Year ’26-’27 are available. Please see the School Website.

9. Senior Parishioners Club is organizing a Housie Session on Sunday, 30th November starting at 10:45 am. Please register with Ambrose/Mercy or at Jack-of-All Stall, Byculla.

10. The Catholic Charismatic Renewal Mumbai invites you to “The Chosen Encounter”, a audio-visual faith experience. Details on the Notice Board.

11. World community of Christian meditation - invites you to join in its Discourses and Meditation at the Retreat House, Bandra. For further details kindly refer to the notice board.

12. Non-subscribers of “The Examiner” may please pre-book their copies with Felix/ Wenscy/ Ambrose. Current subscribers, please renew subscription for 2026, by 8th December.

13. Please see the Notice Board/Parish Website for further information on events:

    • Admission to Pre-primary at: St. Mary’s ICSE & ISC St. Mary’s SSC St. Isabel’s Convent of Jesus & Mary Villa Theresa Campion International.

    • Celebration of 98th Death Anniversary of Ven. Fr. Agnelo at Agnel Ashram.