CHINNA GOA part 2
Channel: Michael Ogalvi
Date: 2014-06-07

In 1888, our forefathers came here to work as Palmyra tappers and settled their family permanently. Earlier this place was called "Puthu Manai". Since St.Xavier protected these people from contagious diseases, the placed was named as "T.Saveriarpuram" in honor of St.Francis Xavier. They Called Him with Love their God Father (appan saveriar). These people are Roman Catholics belonging to the community of Christian Nadars. Day by day many families came here to be settled as their work was progressive and money yielding. At present more than 1000 families are living here. In 1988 the Golden Jubilee was well celebrated. In 2013, the 125th Anniversary of the church feast was celebrated jubilantly with the presence of bishops. The first of every Month Thursday is celebrated as the 'Novena' of St.Francis Xavier with the meaningful and special liturgy. On every Thursday people get the Blessings of the "Relic from the incorruptible Right Hand of St.Francis Xavier" sent by Pope Francis, Rome. In honor of this 125th anniversary The Pope has declared T.Saveriarpuram as "Chinna Goa". Due to the arrival of the Relic, sent by Pope from Rome, the crowd has started flocking together. This year has witnessed many miracles by the powerful intercession of St.Francis Xavier, our Patron. CD named as "Azhiya Udale.," 8 ft St.Francis Xavier Statue, Souvenir, St.Xavier Marriage Hall are the hallmarks of this anniversary. We welcome you all here whole heartedly for the blessing of the incorruptible right hand of St.Francis Xavier.