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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.

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F8 Xaghra Mayor Cordina receives memento from Rector Borg
F9 Victory Band Club President Eucharist Sultana receives memento
G1 Rector gives thanks
G2 Singign the Hymn to St Paul
G3 Bishop leaves the Altar to Sacristy
G4 Kissing of the Relic of St Paul
G5 Kissing of the Relic of St Paul
G6 Kissing of the Relic of St Paul
G7 Kissing of the Relic of St Paul
G8 Kissing of the Relic of St Paul
G9 Bishop's parents kiiss the Relic of St Paul

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