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About the Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady of Dolours - Wadala West
About the Roman Catholic Church of Our Lady of Dolours - Wadala West
The Church of Our Lady of Dolours, Wadala is a Roman Catholic church in Mumbai, India built in 1853. The parish of Our Lady of Dolours with its school, St. Joseph's was entrusted to the Salesians in 1948, about the same time as the Salesians settled in Matunga. The school was co-ed until the Salesian Sisters came into the Wadala Village with the Auxilium Convent for girls. The centerpiece of the church is a statue of the Pieta.
The parish extends till Kings Circle fly-over in the North, Naigaum, Sahakar Nagar and Kidwai Nagar in the South, Hindu Colony/Ruia College in the West and the Harbour Branch Railway line including the Reynold's Road, BPT Quarters in the East. These geographical boundaries were drawn after the parish of St. Dominic Savio, Antop Hill was carved out of Our Lady of Dolours church in 1981.
PARISH VISION STATEMENT :
AN EMPOWERING CHURCH DISCOVERING GOD IN COMMUNITY LIVING.
AN EMPOWERING CHURCH DISCOVERING GOD IN COMMUNITY LIVING.
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Parish Life in Pictures 2026–2027
Parish Life in Pictures 2026–2027
Strenna 2026
Strenna 2026
Parish News and Events
Parish News and Events
Parish Leaders on their journey to be Good Samaritans
Parish Leaders on their journey to be Good Samaritans
On the morning of July 5, 2026, 30-odd members of the Parish Pastoral Council and some other Cells and Associations boarded the bus cheerily to set out for an Orientation Programme organized by the Parish of Our Lady of Dolours, Wadala West, to reach the St Dominic Savio High School Auditorium at Andheri East. We prayed the Holy Rosary as we journeyed.
A warm welcome awaited us as we entered in the form of hot ‘chai’ and sandwiches. As we settled around tables arranged around the hall, Fr Francisco Pereira, the Rector and Manager began by passing around Biblical verses to be memorized and share with first one other person and later with others as well, till we were sure to have learnt at least two of the verses by heart. Fr Pereira narrated an incident that made him realize how important it was to give the Bible a prominent place in our homes. It was when he visited a Muslim home and saw the place of prominence accorded to the Quran.
Parents’ Day Celebration at Our Lady of Dolours Church, Wadala
Parents’ Day Celebration at Our Lady of Dolours Church, Wadala
The Sunday school children and catechists of Our Lady of Dolours Church, Wadala, came together in joy and gratitude to celebrate Parent's Day on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
The celebration began with the Holy Eucharist at 9:15 a.m., offered in thanksgiving for the love and sacrifices of our parents. It was a spiritually enriching moment that set the tone for the day's events.
Following the Mass, a short yet meaningful program was held in the school auditorium. The event was graced by Fr Bonny Borges as the Chief Guest, along with special guests Mr Pascal D'Monte and his wife Mrs Bridget D'Monte accompanied by our Parish Priest Fr James Nigrel and Sunday School Director Fr. Solomon Rapol.
Legion Youth Day at Our Lady of Dolours
Legion Youth Day at Our Lady of Dolours
The Legion Youth Day was joyfully celebrated under the banner of the North Bombay Curia – Legion of Mary, hosted at St. Joseph’s School Hall, Wadala (West) on 29th June, 2025. The programme commenced at 7:00 p.m. with heartfelt opening prayers followed by a warm welcome to all attendees.
Br. Decan Ivan and Fr. James Nigrel shared enriching talks that inspired and encouraged the young participants to grow in faith and stay rooted in Gospel values.
A series of interactive games based on the Gospel brought energy and fun to the evening, helping the youth to reflect on scripture in an engaging way. A short skit was also performed, shedding light on the challenges today’s youth face due to social media, prompting reflection and discussion.
Inaugural Prayer Service for Confirmandes at Our Lady of Dolours
Inaugural Prayer Service for Confirmandes at Our Lady of Dolours
The journey toward the Sacrament of Confirmation began meaningfully for the confirmands of Don Bosco Parish with a special commitment service held on Sunday morning. The event brought together confirmands, their parents, godparents, SCC animators, prayer guardians, and priests—emphasising that preparation for Confirmation is not just a programme, but a shared process involving the faith community.
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