It was a joyful occasion for the parishioners of St Francis Xavier Parish when the Bishop of Udupi, Rt. Rev. Dr. Gerald Lobo visited them from 26th to 28th February, 2022. Rev. Francis Lewis, Parish Priest of Mudarangadi Parish and the parishioners extended a warm welcome to him on 26th evening.
After the preliminary rites the Bishop visited the cemetery for prayer service. Then the Bishop had meetings with finance committee members.
On 27th February, Most Rev. Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi Diocese celebrated the mass along with Rev. Fr Francis Lewis. Bishop preached a meaningful homily on topic of family.
After the Mass, the Bishop had meetings with several groups, viz. Altar Boys; Sthree Sanghatan; ICYM; YCS; Catholic Sabha; SFO; Legion of Mary, SVP and Parish Pastoral council.
On 28th morning Bishop celebrated mass at Mary Immaculate convent along with Rev. Fr Francis Lewis. After the mass, the bishop visited St Francis English Medium School during the school assembly and interacted with students. After that he met the school teachers and staff. The Pastoral Visit concluded on Monday 28th with a Prayer Service, after which the Bishop returned to the Bishop’s House.
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