St. Mary’s Church, Mettur Dam in Salem Diocese Organises Jubilee Cross Procession

Mettur Dam, Tamil Nadu, March 14, 2025 – Parishioners of St. Mary’s Church, Mettur Dam, in the Diocese of Salem, participated in a solemn Jubilee Cross procession on March 9, 2025, as part of their parish’s jubilee year celebrations. The event was led by Fr. Irudaya Selvam, parish priest of St. Mary’s Church, along with Assistant Parish Priest Fr. Francis Xavier.

During the event, the Diocesan Jubilee Cross was carried for 1 kilometre in a reverent procession to the parish, with several parishioners, religious sisters, and clergy joining in this sacred journey. Upon reaching St. Mary’s Church, the Cross was solemnly brought inside and placed on a pedestal.

After this, a special Holy Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. Dr. Vimal Dass, Director of St. Joseph’s Hospital, Omalur, Salem. The Eucharistic celebration was concelebrated by Fr. Irudaya Selvam and Fr. Francis Xavier. During the Mass, Rev. Fr. Dr. Vimal Dass delivered an insightful sermon on the spiritual significance of the Jubilee Cross, highlighting its role in the faith journey of the parish community.

The event concluded with prayers and blessings, marking a significant milestone in the jubilee year celebrations of St. Mary’s Church

By Steve Antao