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The venerated Shrine of Our Lady of Matara is enshrined in the one Church that stands facing the Indian Ocean in the city of Matara. The famed statue of Our Lady of Matara is taken in procession in a beautifully illuminated motor Chariot along the streets of the town. The most colourful part of the annual feast is the orderly procession immediately after the vespers. Even non-Catholics of all walks of life line the streets in thousands to view the grand spectacle of fervour and devotion. All those who visit and pray at Her Southern Shrine would get Her benefits and their vows fulfilled. They will also become the beacons of light to the rest of the community in Sri Lanka and the world at large. The services rendered by this Church are being highly appreciated and praised by the non-Catholics living in this area. |
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I warmly welcome you to the home page of Saint Mary's Church, Matara.St Mary's Church is located on the beach front of Matara, on the southern tip of Sri Lanka.
We have about one hundred and fifty families in the parish. St Mary's is a Shrine to Our Lady of Matara and is home to the miraculous statue. More |
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