Offering of Coconut oil, candle & frankincense
The Offering of Coconut Oil, Candle, and Frankincense at St. Mary’s Church, Manarcad holds deep spiritual meaning and tradition. Devotees bring coconut oil to be lit in lamps, symbolizing the light of faith that dispels darkness and guides the soul towards God. Candles are offered as a sign of prayer, purity, and devotion, representing the burning desire of the faithful to remain in God’s presence. Frankincense, with its sweet fragrance rising to the heavens, signifies prayers ascending before the Lord through the intercession of St. Mary. These simple yet profound offerings reflect humility, gratitude, and trust, while enriching the sacred atmosphere of the church with light, warmth, and divine fragrance.