The ICYM Valencia Unit hosted Lumino 2025 for the second time on December 2, 2025, from 4:30 p.m. onwards, marking the beginning of a prayerful and spiritually enriching Advent retreat.

Day 1 of the retreat was led by Br. Prakash DSouza and team from Mumbai, along with Fr Alban DSouza, Rector of  St Lawrence Minor Basilica, Attur–Karkal, and Fr Prithesh Crasta OCD from Madanthyar. Their presence and guidance created a deeply devotional and reflective atmosphere for all participants.

This year’s retreat served as a preparation for the Christmas season, with the youth of the parish taking the lead in organizing and coordinating the event. The first day placed a special focus on the sick and healing, offering moments of prayer, grace, and spiritual renewal.

Lumino 2025 continues to inspire the faithful, bringing the community together in anticipation of the joyous celebration of Christmas

News by Gordon DAlmeida

Pics by Friston (Fristrography)