If your idea of a Roman Catholic priest is that of someone clad in white vestments, preaching from a pedestal of a church altar, meet the Ambassadors of Christ. Dressed in black shirts and trousers, the priests with mikes, guitars and drumsticks, don't just believe in spreading the word of God through sermons, but also music — and, we aren't just talking about the spiritual kind. For seven years, this band from the Archdiocese of Bombay, has been belting out hit covers from the 70s and 80s, alongside gospel rock, at several parishes across the city.

Fr Alban D'Souza (centre) seen leading the Ambassadors of Christ into music at a parish event in the city. The band, which was formed nearly seven years ago, has had different members since its inception.