Sandor, Church building in Vasai East, Maharashtra, India
St. Thomas Sandor Church is a church building in Vasai East with traditional Indian architectural elements. The structure serves the local community as a place of worship in Palghar district.
The building traces back to 1564 when Portuguese noblewoman Donna Irina founded a chapel named Our Lady of Help. The first Mass took place in 1566, marking the start of religious activity at this location.
The community here speaks the Vadvali dialect and maintains a blend of Konkani, Portuguese, Marathi, and British traditions in their customs. This mixture appears in how people celebrate and practice their faith together.
The building welcomes visitors for regular services and is accessible during the week. Its annual celebration in early December draws members from surrounding neighborhoods.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul operates within the church community and provides help to neighbors in need. This charitable work has long played an important role in the social life of the area.
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