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FAITH AND FREEDOM: DOUBLE CELEBRATION OF THE ASSUMPTION AND INDEPENDENCE DAY
Ashram Community Honors the Blessed Virgin Mary and India’s Independence
15 August 2026 | St. Joseph of Cupertino Franciscan Ashram: On 15th August, the Ashram community gathered to celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary alongside India’s Independence Day. The day commenced with a solemn Holy Eucharist, presided over by Fr. Dominic, Guardian of the Ashram, and con-celebrated by the house priests, with the participation of all the friars and brothers.
Following the liturgy, the community assembled in the Ashram grounds for the patriotic ceremony. Fr. Samuel Paramby unfurled the National Flag, followed by the singing of the National Anthem and prayers for national harmony and progress. The students and friars together presented a dance program at the Vijnananilayam institute on the theme of Independence Day.