Media Release

Mysuru, Jun 10: The seventh day of the Novena in preparation for the Annual Feast of St Anthony was devoutly observed on Tuesday, June 10, at St Anthony’s Basilica, Dornahalli, Mysore, drawing numerous faithful to partake in the spiritual journey.

The morning Mass was celebrated by Fr David Sagayaraj, the rector of the Basilica.

In the evening, the Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Fr Gnana Pragasam, parish priest of St John Paul II Church, Mysuru.

The theme for the day was ‘Hope proclaims victory over slavery,’ calling the faithful to embrace hope as a liberating force that frees the soul from all forms of bondage be it sin, fear, or despair and leads to spiritual triumph.

After the celebration of the Holy Mass, the Novena prayers were devoutly recited in honour of St Anthony, seeking his powerful intercession. The day’s observance concluded with a Procession of the Holy Statue of St Anthony, followed by the Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, leaving the faithful with hearts filled with renewed strength and spiritual freedom.