Jesus walked the path of suffering out of love for us. He was condemned, carried His cross, fell three times, met His Mother, was helped by Simon, comforted by Veronica, and consoled the women. He was stripped, nailed to the Cross, died for our salvation, and was laid in the tomb.
In every station, we see love, humility, forgiveness, and perseverance. The Way of the Cross reminds us that our sufferings are not meaningless when united with Christ. Through the Cross comes hope. Through sacrifice comes resurrection.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, as I journey with You on the Way of the Cross, help me carry my daily burdens with patience and faith. Forgive my sins, strengthen me in weakness, and fill my heart with hope. May I follow You not only in suffering but also in the joy of Your Resurrection. Amen.
Today we begin the sacred season of Lent — a time for prayer, fasting, repentance, and spiritual renewal as we prepare our hearts for Easter.
As we receive ashes, we are reminded of our human weakness and our need for God’s mercy and grace. Lent invites us to turn away from sin, grow closer to God, and live the Gospel more fully each day.
Let us walk this Lenten journey with faith, humility, and hope. May this season renew our hearts and strengthen our love for God and one another.
FEAST OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD – FEBRUARY 2
Today our church celebrates the day Mary and Joseph brought the Child Jesus to the Temple, offering Him to the Father according to the Law.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, Light of the world, as You were presented in the Temple, present my heart to the Father today. Purify me, guide me, and let Your light shine through me so I may bring hope to others. Amen.
The Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Jesus Christ to all nations. Guided by the star, the Magi found the Savior and worshiped Him, proclaiming that Christ is the Light for the whole world.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, Light of all nations,
guide us to You as You guided the Magi.
May our hearts always seek You,
worship You faithfully,
and reflect Your light to others.
Amen.
Today our church celebrates the Feast of the Most HOLY NAME OF JESUS
The Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus is historically associated with the Feast of the Circumcision of Jesus. According to Jewish law, on the 8th day after his birth, a male child was circumcised and received his name, thus becoming a full member of God's covenant people.
The name 'Jesus' means 'God Saves' and is the name that St. Joseph was instructed by an angel to name the Divine Child, the sacred name before which "every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father" (Phil. 2:10-11).
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“She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” — Proverbs 31:26
Happy Women’s Day! May God continue to fill your life with strength, grace, and joy. You are a blessing to everyone around you. 🌷
#WomensDay2026 #womensdayeveryday #Women #greatestcreation #March2026 #creationofGod #women #womensdayspecial
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தவக்கால தயாரிப்பு தியானம் நமது ஆவடி புனித அந்தோனியார் திருத்தலம்
நாள் : மார்ச் 6,7,8 வெள்ளி, சனி, ஞாயிறு
நேரம் : மாலை 6 முதல் 9 மணி வரை
இடம் : St Antony's Shrine Avadi
#Lenten #retreat by Fr. Sylvester on Mar 6,7, 8 from 6pm to 9pm at our St. Antony's Shrine Avadi
#Lent2026 #LentRetreat #retreat2026 #SeasonOfLent #March2026 #repentance #prayer #fasting #RepentAndBelieveTheGospel #RepentAndBelieve #RepentAndReturn #avadichurch #AVADI #stanthonysshrineavadi #stantonyshrineavadi #stantonysshrineavadi #StAntonyShrine
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✝️ PRAYER FOR THE SECOND FRIDAY OF LENT
Jesus walked the path of suffering out of love for us. He was condemned, carried His cross, fell three times, met His Mother, was helped by Simon, comforted by Veronica, and consoled the women. He was stripped, nailed to the Cross, died for our salvation, and was laid in the tomb.
In every station, we see love, humility, forgiveness, and perseverance. The Way of the Cross reminds us that our sufferings are not meaningless when united with Christ. Through the Cross comes hope. Through sacrifice comes resurrection.
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, as I journey with You on the Way of the Cross, help me carry my daily burdens with patience and faith. Forgive my sins, strengthen me in weakness, and fill my heart with hope. May I follow You not only in suffering but also in the joy of Your Resurrection. Amen.
#Hashtags
#WayOfTheCross
#JourneyWithChrist
#Lent2026
#CarryYourCross
#JesusOurSavior
#FaithAndHope ✝️
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Prayer for the #firstfriday in the #FirstWeekofLent
#Prayer #stationsofthecross #Lent2026 #FirstDayOfLent #give #repentance #fasting #lentseason #prayer #RepentAndBelieveTheGospel #RenewYourMind #ReturnToGod
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Ash Wednesday 🙏
Today we begin the sacred season of Lent — a time for prayer, fasting, repentance, and spiritual renewal as we prepare our hearts for Easter.
As we receive ashes, we are reminded of our human weakness and our need for God’s mercy and grace. Lent invites us to turn away from sin, grow closer to God, and live the Gospel more fully each day.
Let us walk this Lenten journey with faith, humility, and hope.
May this season renew our hearts and strengthen our love for God and one another.
Blessed Ash Wednesday to everyone. ✝️🙏
#AshWednesday #lentseason #Lent2026 #RepentAndBelieveTheGospel #repentance #prayer #fasting #FirstDayOfLent #Give
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FEAST OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD – FEBRUARY 2
Today our church celebrates the day Mary and Joseph brought the Child Jesus to the Temple, offering Him to the Father according to the Law.
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, Light of the world,
as You were presented in the Temple,
present my heart to the Father today.
Purify me, guide me, and let Your light shine through me
so I may bring hope to others.
Amen.
#PresentationOfTheLord #Candlemas #LightOfTheWorld #JesusOurLight #Faith #CatholicLife #DailyPrayer #OfferYourLife #February2 #BlessedDay #February2026 #stantonyshrineavadi #AVADI
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#பொங்கல் திருநாள் 2026
விளையாட்டு போட்டிகள் & கலை நிகழ்ச்சிகள் மதியம் 1.30 மணி முதல் , நமது ஆவடி புனித அந்தோனியார் திருத்தலம்
சிறப்பு திருப்பலி மாலை 6.30 மணிக்கு
Pongal Celebration Fun Games at our St. Antony's Shrine Avadi from 1.30 pm
⛪⛪Special Mass at 6.30pm
#pongal2026 #pongalcelebration #pongal #pongalfestival #pongalspecial #PongalVibes #பொங்கல் #ThaiPongal #Avadi #January2026 #stanthonysshrineavadi #stantonyshrineavadi #stantonysshrineavadi #avadichurch #StAntonyShrine
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SOLEMNITY OF THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD - January 4
The Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Jesus Christ to all nations. Guided by the star, the Magi found the Savior and worshiped Him, proclaiming that Christ is the Light for the whole world.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, Light of all nations,
guide us to You as You guided the Magi.
May our hearts always seek You,
worship You faithfully,
and reflect Your light to others.
Amen.
#EpiphanyOfTheLord
#January4
#LightOfTheWorld
#AdorationOfTheMagi
#SeekChrist
#ChristmasSeason #blessings #catholicfaith #catholicchurch #Advent2025
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Today our church celebrates the Feast of the Most HOLY NAME OF JESUS
The Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus is historically associated with the Feast of the Circumcision of Jesus. According to Jewish law, on the 8th day after his birth, a male child was circumcised and received his name, thus becoming a full member of God's covenant people.
The name 'Jesus' means 'God Saves' and is the name that St. Joseph was instructed by an angel to name the Divine Child, the sacred name before which "every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father" (Phil. 2:10-11).
#feastday #HolyNameofJesus #holyname #Jan3rd #Jesus
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Happy Feast of the #Solemnity of #MotherMary
அன்னை மரியாள் இறைவனின் தாய் பெருவிழா வாழ்த்துக்கள்
#HappyFeastDayMamaMary #mothermary #MotherOfGod #அன்னைமரியா #இறைவனின்தாய் #பெருவிழா #newyear2026 #avadichurch #christmastime #stanthonysshrineavadi #stantonysshrineavadi #stantonyshrineavadi
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