Mission Sale by the Mapusa OCDS Community
The St. Teresa of Avila OCDS Community, Mapusa, held its first Mission Sale on Sunday, 12th October 2025, at the Carmelite Monastery, Mapusa, Goa. Inspired by their patron saint’s words — “Accustom yourself continually to make many acts of love, for they enkindle and melt the soul” — the members came together to organize a small yet splendid sale of homemade food items as an act of love and service to others.

The mission sale was held after the Sunday Masses and featured a delightful variety of Goan and continental delicacies. Savoury items included Goan Sorpotel, Sannas, and a snack box filled with ribbon sandwiches, beef chops, chicken spring rolls, and prawn rissois. For those with a sweet tooth, the dessert counter offered brownies, doughnuts, and rich rum balls, which were a big hit among parishioners.

The churchgoers wholeheartedly supported the initiative, and by noon, every item had been sold out. The proceeds from the sale will go toward supporting Carmelite charitable works, particularly in aiding the poor and the needy.

This first Mission Sale proved to be a truly enriching and humbling experience for the OCDS members. Grateful for the encouragement received from the community, they hope to continue this initiative in the future, spreading the love of Christ through simple yet meaningful acts of service.