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The festivities commemorating the Conversion of Saul of Tarsus, St Paul, came to an end with a befitting celebration - Eucharistic Celebration, Mass at 6.00 pm celebrated by H.L. Mgr Mario Grech, Bishop of Gozo. Concelebrants were several members of the Chapter and Clergy amongst whom were Archpriest Mgr Carmelo Refalo and Archpriest Emeritus of Xaghra Mgr Eucaristico Sultana. Assisitng the Bishop were two deacons from Xaghra, the Rev Richard Nazzareno Farrugia and the Rev Joseph Curmi. Joseph Xerri animated Mass while Choir and Orchestra under the direction of Mro Colin Attard and with the participation of Soprano Rita Dimech animated the singing. Leading the Congregation were the Mayors of Xaghra and Zebbug, Joseph Cordina and Carmel Saliba respectively, accompanied by their spouses. After Mass, the Rev Deacon Richard N Farrugia stood in front of the Altar holding the reliquary for the faithful present to kiss the relic of Saint Paul.

E3 The Lord's Prayer
E4 Bishop's father receives Holy Communion
E4 Embrace with message of peace
E5 Embrace with message of peace
E5 Moment of reflection
E6 Embracing Deacon Farrugia with message of peace
E6 Mass closing prayers
E7 In front of the altar
E7 This is the Lamb of God
E8 Holy Communion
E8
E9 Holy Communion
E9 Incensing the Holy Eucharist
F1 Benediction
F1 The Congregation
F2 Benediction
F3 Benediction
F4
F5 Bishop receives memento from Rector
F6 Bishop congratulates Rector Borg

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