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Fifty Years of Hope: Snehalaya's Enduring Mission to Strengthen Families

On 8 August 2026, Snehalaya Family Service Centre celebrates a remarkable milestone—fifty years of serving families with faith, compassion and professional excellence. Golden Jubilees are moments not merely to celebrate longevity but to pause in gratitude, to remember the vision of those who came before us, and to renew our commitment to the mission entrusted to us.

For fifty years, Snehalaya has stood as a beacon of hope for countless couples, families and individuals seeking guidance, healing and accompaniment. Behind every counselling session, every Marriage Preparation Course, every retreat and every family restored lies a story of God's grace quietly at work.

Marriage Preparation Course Options :

Participating in a Marriage Preparation Course (MPC) offers invaluable insights from experienced married couples and family counsellors, providing you and your partner with the opportunity to thoughtfully reflect upon, reaffirm and prepare for your upcoming marriage. To gain the most from this experience, it is recommended to complete the MPC at least six months prior to your wedding date.

📅 MPC in-person course schedule for January to December 2026

SNEHALAYA FAMILY NEWS, EVENTS & RESOURCES ETC.

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No registrar in city, Christians resort to Special Marriage ActAn increasing number of Christian couples in Mumbai are registering their marriages under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, as the city has been without a Christian marriage registrar for several months.

On 6th June, the Archdiocesan Office for the Environment (AOE), in collaboration with Snehalaya – the Family Commission of the Archdiocese of Mumbai, conducted an interactive session on the newly released document "Integral Ecology in the Life of the Family".

The session was very well presented by Natasha Mani and Shawna Rebello.

Attached is the PPT presentation, which may be used during Family Cell meetings and other appropriate parish forums.

Fr. Ashwin Castellino

Director

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Why Families are Key to Reducing Suicide - Mid day 8th June 2026

mid-day Opinion: The ties that bindmid-day Opinion: And sometimes break: Why India’s suicide crisis cannot be understood through the narrow lens of ‘family problems’ alone

"Prayer for Loving Hearts,"

A heartfelt invocation designed for couples preparing for marriage.
This prayer seeks divine guidance to nurture love, understanding, and commitment, laying a strong spiritual foundation for a harmonious and enduring marital journey. Engaging in this prayerful reflection encourages couples to invite God's presence into their relationship, fostering a union rooted in faith and mutual respect.

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