Lenten Retreat – 16–18 March 2026

Venue: Mother of Sorrows Church, Udupi

Preacher: Rev. Fr. Clifford Fernandes

The retreat began with joyful praise and worship inspired by Psalm 150: “Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.” The three-day retreat was a spiritually uplifting experience filled with inspiring preaching, daily Mass, Holy Adoration, and blessings of the Blessed Sacrament. Participants reflected on God as Creator, recognizing that everything comes from His loving hands, and were encouraged to seek His wisdom, as human understanding alone is limited. The retreat emphasized repentance, confession, and renewal of the heart, preparing participants for Easter, and highlighted the importance of living according to Scripture—caring for others, being generous, trusting Jesus, and reading the Bible daily as a guide for life. The preaching reminded all that without Jesus, we can do nothing, and that strong faith in Him brings courage, peace, and purpose. Hearts were renewed, spirits uplifted, and participants left motivated to trust Jesus fully, live faithfully, serve generously, and follow God’s Word in every step of life…