On the evening of December 31, 2024, the community of Valencia gathered to bid farewell to the passing year with gratitude and prayer. The faithful came together to offer thanks for the blessings of the past year and to pray for a prosperous 2025.
The evening began at 6:30 PM with a time of adoration, led by Fr Pradeep Rodrigues, the Assistant Parish Priest. At 7:30 PM, the Thanksgiving Mass commenced, with Fr Praveen Joy Saldanha, Professor at St. Joseph Inter Diocesan Seminary in Jeppu, serving as the main celebrant.
Fr Roque DSa, Fr Pradeep Rodrigues, and Fr Willian Barracas were the co-celebrants. Together, they led the congregation in prayer, reflecting on the blessings of the past year and seeking divine grace for the year ahead.