MCA Unit Inaugurated at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Church, Hosad

Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Church in Hosad established a new unit of the Missionary Childhood Association (MCA) on 25 October 2026. The inauguration included 31 children and was led by Fr. Stewart Fernandes, Secretary of the Commission for Proclamation and Evangelization, and the parish priest, Fr. Pascal Rodrigues.

The ceremony began with a procession of children, animators, and priests, followed by the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. During the Mass, Fr. Fernandes spoke about the role of the MCA in helping children develop missionary awareness and participate in the mission of the Church. He stated that Christian love should be expressed through prayer, kindness, sharing, and service.

Following the homily, the children took the missionary oath. Fr. Fernandes and Fr. Rodrigues formally established the unit.