Udupi: Bishop Dr Gerald blesses Holy Oils during ceremony at Milagres Cathedral

By Richard DSouza
Bellevision Media Network

Udupi, 28 Mar 2015: The blessing of Holy Oils was held during the High Mass at Milagres Cathedral, here on Thursday March 26.

Bishop Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo of Udupi diocese concelebrated the Holy Mass along with several clergies of different parishes across diocese.

Earlier, a ceremonial procession was held with Bishop Dr Lobo along with clergies from Milagres tri-centenary hall to Milagres Cathedral.

 

The three Holy Oils are :

The Oil of Catechumens ("Oleum Catechumenorum" or "Oleum Sanctum") used in Baptism along with water, in the consecration of churches, in the blessing of Altars, in the ordination of priests, and, sometimes, in the crowning of Catholic kings and queens.

The Holy Chrism ("Sanctum Chrisma") or "Oil of Gladness," which is olive oil mixed with a small amount of balm or balsam. It is used in Confirmation, Baptism, in the consecration of a Bishop, the consecration of a various things such as churches, chalices, patens, and bells.

The Oil of the Sick ("Oleum Infirmorum"), which is used in Unction.

It is appropriate that the oil of the sick, the oil of the Catechumens and the Holy Chrism which are blessed by the Bishop during the Chrism mass, be presented to and received by the local parish community. The reception of the holy oil may take place at Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday or any another day after the celebration of chrism mass. In Udupi Diocese this year due to busy schedule on Holy Thursday or other reason, the diocese Chrism Mass with the blessings of Holy Oils held on Thursday, 26th March, 2015 at Milagres Cathedral, Kallianpur.

 

 

Bishop Dr Lobo in his homily emphasized the role of priests in their mission to serve the God. Priest will prepare the Eucharistic community. The priest shall live in the midst of the people to teach, to sanctify and to lead through service of the community. He has to console the people in difficulty and offer help within his limit. Priests are mediators between God and faithful. The priest shall be for the people in different ways. The faithful people wants priest of prayer.

 

Meanwhile, Bishop Dr Lobo once again administered the vows to all the clergies in order revitalize their life with Christ.

 

The sponsor of Holy Mass – Preema Lewis was honored with a decorated candle by bishop Dr Lobo.

 

A large number of faithful were present during the Holy Mass.