All Souls’ Day observed in Tura

TURA: The annual observance of All Souls’ Day to remember and pray for the departed souls took place in different parts of Garo Hills with the Holy Eucharistic Mass being held in cemeteries attended by the Catholic faithful on Thursday. The oldest Catholic cemetery in Tura was filled with devotees and family members, old and young, who came and placed floral wreaths, lit candles and offered prayers at the graves of their loved ones as the service was led by Fr C J Jose.  Bishop Andrew R Marak of Tura carried out a special service at the cemetery in Williamnagar.“One day we all have to leave this world and we cannot predict the future. However, God has given each one of us a duty to do in this world and we should complete the task. Time is very precious in this world, so, spend every moment with family and loved ones,” said Fr Jose as he gave an example of a neurosurgeon with cancer who against all odds and despite failing health continued with his medical duty caring for patients until the disease overtook him.“This surgeon from America knew he would not live for long in this world, yet, he decided to complete his task given by God,” said Fr Jose. Highlighting the significance of All Souls’ Day, Fr Jose said that it is a special occasion in which we all come together to offer prayers and remember our loved ones who have departed ahead of us. The observance culminated with priests blessing the graves with holy water as the church choir sang hymns of praise to the Lord