Thousands throng Thankey church on Palm Sunday

A large number of faithful from across the region and neighbouring States attended special prayers at St. Mary’s Forane Church, Thankey near Cherthala on the occasion of Palm Sunday,

A large number of faithful from across the region and neighbouring States attended special prayers at St. Mary’s Forane Church, Thankey near Cherthala (Thankey church), on the occasion of Palm Sunday, the first day of the Holy Week, on Sunday.

The church officials said that Divyabali, Kallarajapam and prayers would be held at the church from Monday to Wednesday.

Various rituals and prayers are led by Church Vicar Fr. George Edezhath. The Health department has opened a temporary first aid centre with an ambulance on the church premises.

The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation is conducting additional services to and from the church. It is the miraculous statue of the Passion of Our Lord that attracts thousands to the church every year.