OASIS 2026 Draws Hundreds for Two-Day Charismatic Convention at Infant Jesus Shrine
OASIS 2026, a two-day Charismatic Convention, was held at Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, Mangaluru, on November 9 and 10, drawing hundreds of Christian faithful for spiritual renewal, prayer and reflection. Centred on the theme “Not by Gold or Silver, but by the Precious Blood of Jesus,” the convention focused on the First and Second Letters of St. Peter, seeking to deepen Christian identity and nurture mature discipleship.

The convention commenced at 8.30 am with a solemn Bible enthronement. Rev. Fr. Melvin D'Cunha, Superior of St. Joseph's Monastery, brought the Bible in procession and placed it on the altar, marking the formal inauguration of the convention. Rev. Fr. Stifan Perera, Director of the Shrine, welcomed the participants and expressed gratitude to all those involved in organising the event.

On the first day, Rev. Fr. Jocy Siddakatte spoke on “Christian Identity,” while Rev. Fr. Boniface Pinto of Divya Dham, Modubelle, reflected on “Meeting God in Suffering” during the Eucharistic celebration. In the afternoon, Rev. Fr. Prakash D'Cunha, Parish Priest of Infant Mary Church, Bajjodi, addressed the theme “Rebuilding Christian Family Life.”

The second day featured sessions by Rev. Fr. Deep Fernandes on “Discernment in a Noisy World” and Rev. Fr. Praveen Leo Lasrado, Director of the Catholic Board of Education, on “Winning the Battle Within.” The afternoon session, “Religious Practice to Mature Discipleship,” was conducted by Rev. Fr. Melroy Peter D'Silva, OFM Cap.
Both days concluded with Eucharistic Adoration conducted by Br. Prakash D'Souza, founder of the Divine Mercy Konkani Charismatic Group, Bandra, Mumbai. The convention offered the faithful an enriching opportunity to renew their faith and deepen their commitment to Christ.