Mangalore : As part of post centenary golden jubilee celebration, a year long events was inaugurated Shanthi Cathedral, Balmatta on Dec 11, Sunday.
Rt Rev Dr J S Sadananda, Bishop, KSD inaugurated the event.
Bishop Sampath Kumar was the chief speaker in the meeting organized by the Pastorate committee and the entire congregation, which was set up in the venue.
The cathedral which has more than 500 families comprising of nearly 2300 members will complete its 150 years on December 11, 2012.
Various committees of the cathedral will supervise renovation of the 150 year old church, special spiritual revival meetings, social and cultural fests and outreach programs as a part of 150th year celebration.