Veneration of the Sacred Relics of St. Francis Xavier | Old Goa ✨ - 12 Oct

🙏 Veneration of the Sacred Relics of St. Francis Xavier | Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa Join us in prayer and devotion as we reflect on the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier, one of the greatest missionaries in the history of the Catholic Church and a beloved patron saint of Goa. Housed at the historic Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa, the relics of St. Francis Xavier draw pilgrims and devotees from across India and around the world. His extraordinary missionary journey, deep love for Christ and tireless dedication to proclaiming the Gospel continue to inspire generations of Christians. The Catholic Church venerates the relics of saints as a way of honouring God's grace at work in their lives and remembering their faithful witness. This veneration ultimately directs our hearts towards Jesus Christ, the source of all holiness. As we participate in this sacred devotion, let us ask St. Francis Xavier to intercede for us and help us grow in faith, courage, missionary zeal and love for God. 🙏 Let us pray for: ✝️ A deeper relationship with Jesus Christ ❤️ Faith and holiness in our families 🕊️ Peace, unity and reconciliation 🌍 Missionaries and all who proclaim the Gospel 🙏 The sick, suffering and those in need ✨ The grace to become witnesses of Christ in our daily lives May the example of St. Francis Xavier inspire us to carry the love of Jesus to every person we encounter. St. Francis Xavier, pray for us! Lord Jesus, strengthen our faith and make us missionary disciples after the example of St. Francis Xavier. 📍 Location: Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goa, Goa, India 🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic prayers, Eucharistic celebrations, saint devotions, Rosaries, novenas and spiritual reflections from the Basilica of Bom Jesus. #stfrancisxavier #sacredrelics #venerationofrelics #basilicaofbomjesus #oldgoa #goachurch #catholicfaith #catholicdevotion #catholicpilgrimage #catholicsaints #missionarysaint #prayer