The solemn Proclamation of Varapuzha Church to the status of Minor Basilica - In Pictures

Here are some pictures of the solemn Proclamation of Varapuzha Church to the status of Minor Basilica. 

 

The pontifical sacrifice of the Holy Mass was Concelebrated by Archbishop Joseph Kalithiparambil together with Archbishop Emeritus Francis Kallarakkal, Bishop Joseph Karyil, Bishop Joseph Karikkasherry, and Bishop Alex Vadakaumthala. The papal Decree was read in Latin and Malayalam by Chancellor Fr Ebijin Arackal and Provincial Fr Thomas Marottickaparambil OCD respectively.