A Solemn Celebration of Unity and Mission: Chrism Mass 2025 at St. Catherine’s Cathedral
On Tuesday, April 15, a solemn and grace-filled celebration of the Chrism Mass took place at St. Catherine’s Cathedral in the Diocese of St. Catherine, presided over by Bishop Gerard Bergie.

Prior to the liturgy, the priests of the diocese gathered for a moment of fraternity and fellowship. The celebration brought together approximately 67 priests, along with religious, deacons, and seminarians, highlighting the unity and shared mission of the diocesan family.
A dinner was hosted at the St. Thomas Aquinas Church Hall, where Bishop Bergie took the opportunity to felicitate several priests celebrating significant milestones in their priestly ministry, including jubilee and ordination anniversaries. He also extended warm congratulations to those who had recently entered the seminary, encouraging them in their vocational journey.

On this occasion, Bishop Bergie offered his best wishes to Rev. Fr. Roshan D’Souza, OCD, as he prepares to pursue his doctoral studies in India. He expressed heartfelt gratitude for Fr. Roshan’s dedicated service and ministry within the diocese.

Adding a spiritual and intellectual dimension to the evening, Rev. Fr. Rudolf V. D’Souza generously distributed complimentary copies of his two books: When I Cannot Pray and Words That Matter to all attendees. Bishop Bergie then invited Fr. Rudolf to briefly speak about the inspiration behind his works. In his reflection, Fr. Rudy emphasized the importance of prayer in daily life, the Carmelite approach to contemplative prayer, and the way the Carmelite charism teaches prayer through witness and example.

The Chrism Mass was not only a celebration of sacramental grace but also a testament to the vibrancy, unity, and spiritual depth of the diocesan community.