The Feast of the Nativity 2012
Saturday, September 08, 2012
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Sacrament of Confirmation Celebrated at Bela
Tuesday, September 04, 2012
Kasargod, Sep 4: The sacrament of confirmation was recently celebrated at Our Lady of Dolours Church, Bela, Kasaragod. It was a grace filled moment for all the faithful of Bela.
“Confirmation is a Catholic sacrament of mature Christian commitment and a deepening of baptismal gifts. It is the final sacrament of initiation and it is an excellent time for a young Catholic to grow in faith. The celebration of confirmation will be a significant step in the life long journey of faith. It is most often associated with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Filled with the gifts of the Holy Spirit all must strive to witness Lord Jesus Christ through words and deeds”, said Bishop during the sermon.
During this ceremony 170 young catholic faithful of age 15-25 were confirmed by the Bishop.Fr Vincent D’ Souza, parish priest, Fr Antony and Fr Joshi were the concelebrants. The recipients were trained by Br Anil Ivan F’ Des and Sr Mariyamma.
A booklet containing brief information about the shrine and testimonials of the devotees was released during the same. Dr Aloysius D’Souza, the Bishop of Mangalore officiated the ceremony.
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Friday, June 08, 2012
Kasargod, Jun 8: Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza of Mangalore laid foundation stone for St Mary’s College building at Bela, here on Friday June 8.
Bela parish priest Fr Vincent D'Souza, parish council vice-president David D’Souza, secretary Cyril Crasta, St Mary’s High School head teacher Sr Triza, and new College principal Sr Mariyamma were present on the dais.
In his presidential remarks, the Bishop said, “Every student must get value-based education which prepares them for their future and therefore, all must co-operate with this great project which does the same.”
Welcoming the gathering, Fr Vincent said, "The work has been taken up trusting in the providence of god, the powerful intercession of Mother Mary and the support of parishioners and well wishers."
On this auspicious occasion a short felicitation programme was held in Yatri Hall. Chief guest Metro Mohammed Haji was honoured for his great service to society.
Thirty-three students were also felicitated for securing distinction in SSLC and PUC.
The deanery priests, nuns, architects, students, staff, and parishioners were present on the occasion.
Lawyer M S Thomas compered the programme.
St Mary’s College is the first college of Mangalore Diocese to be set up in Kasaragod district. It was inaugurated last year with the commencement of BCom and BBA courses. The college plans to start BSW, BA HRD, BA English and BSc Maths courses with all the latest facilities in the near future.
Samaj Ratna Metro Mohammed Haji, chairman, Banathwala Centre for Study and Research, Kanhangad, was the chief guest on the occasion.
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Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Two ministers from Sri Lanka namely Mahinda Upa Abhavardhane and A P J Pushpakunara visited Our Lady of Dolours Shrine in Bela here on Monday July 25. The missionary work at the Shrine was highly appreciated by the ministers and other officials both from Sri Lanka and Kasargod who accompanied them.
Bela shrine is well known tourist destination in the district recognised by the Kerala government. The ministers and the officials spent some time at the shrine exploring the beautiful cave and church.
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June 15, 2011
Kasargod, Jun 15: St Mary's College of Commerce and Administration, set up by Bela church, was inuagurated here on Wednesday June 15 at 10 am.
The first college established by the Mangalore diocese in Kasargod district of Kerala, St Mary's College was inaugurated by Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza of Mangalore who also presided over the function in the Yathri Hall.
"Higher education plays a great role in bringing about all-round development of the society," said Bishop Dr Aloysius in his message.
Fr Mathew Vas, parish priest of Angelore parish, Fr Basil Vas, parish priest of Alangar parish, the MLAs of Kasaragod district N A Nillikunnu and P B Abdul Razak were the chief guests.
Fr Vincent D'Souza, parish priest of Bela, Vicar Forane of Kasargod deanery and school correspondent delivered the introductory speech.
Newly-elected MLAs were honoured on the occasion.
David D'Souza , vice-president, Sr Treeza, headmistress, St Mary’s High School, Vincent D'Souza , principal of the college were on the dais.
Advocate M S Thomas compered the programme. Sr Mariyamma introduced the new lecturers.
The priests of the deanery and guest priests were among those present to witness the occasion. Earlier the Bishop and the chief guests were given a grand traditional welcome by the school band .
September 8, 2010
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Deccan herald
http://www.deccanherald.com/content/117766/experience-divinity-bela-church.htmlExperience divinity in Bela Church
Vinobha K T, December 3, 2010
Our Lady of Dolours Church, which is popularly known as Bela Church, at Bela near Kumble in Kasaragod district is one of the prominent historic places in the region.
The Church, which was built in 1892, is not only a tourist destination but also is a serene prayer centre for those who have faith in god.
Devotees and tourists visit the place as the Church has already been in the world tourism map. The pre-British period Church and the Parochial House, which is situated near Seethangoli, has its own glory to tell the visitors.
The story behind the origin of the Church unfolds the historical background of the region and society. According to history, thousands of Konkani Catholics migrated from Goa to South Canara when Portuguese arrived. Meanwhile, a portion of the migrated Catholics settled in many parts of Kasaragod district.
Migrated Catholics, who settled at Kudrepady near Bela village built a small Church of thatched roof and started offering prayers. Later, the Church was shifted to the present location in Bela.
The Bela Parish, which was established in 1880, earlier belonged to the Ullal-Panir Parish. Fr Pascal Mascarenhas was the first Parish Priest of Bela Church. The second Parish Priest John D’Souza identified the land and constructed the beautiful Church and it was blessed on January 10, 1892.
The statue of Mother of Sorrows, which was worshiped at Kudrepady was brought to the new Church in a procession and it was blessed by the first Bishop of Mangalore Diocese Fr Dr Pagani.
New Church
The Church was renovated during the tenure of Fr Mathew in 2001. The new Church, which has the seating capacity of 1,000 people, was designed elegantly.
Fr Vincent D’Souza is at present serving in the Church as the Parish Priest. His predecessor Fr Basil Vas, had taken several initiatives to develop the Church.
Shrine inside cave
A 300-meter-long cave dug near the Church is another holy place, where devotees and tourists can get peace of mind and serenity.
The cave was dug during the period of Fr Basil Vas three years ago. Inside the cave there is a Sepulchre. Deep inside the tunnel, one can see the model of resurrected Jesus and at the end of the cave there is a pond. The water taken from the pond is considered as holy water.
The entire stretch of the cave has been provided with electricity connection and the interiors have also been decorated aesthetically. Antiques and artifacts found in the region were displayed at the exit of the cave.
How to reach
Those who come from Mangalore should alight at Kumble to go to Bela. All buses on Kumble - Badiadka route pass through Bela, which is situated about 15 kilometres away from Kumble town.
