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Mangaluru, Sep 21: Fr Maxim Lawrence Noronha, parish priest of Modankap Church was appointed as the vicar general of Mangaluru diocese on Friday, September 21. He will take charge on September 26.

Mangaluru Bishop Peter Paul Saldanha appointed Fr Maxim as the new vicar general thereby replacing Msgr Denis Moras Prabhu.

Fr Maxim was born on December 27, 1961 to Albert Noronha and Florine Noronha in Pamboor. He was ordained as priest on October 10, 1989.

He served as an assistant priest in Bhalki-Bidar, Jalasangi Bidar, Pangla (Shankarapura) and Bendore parishes. In 1994, he was appointed parish priest of Piusnagar. After serving seven years, he was transferred to Ferar parish where he served as parish priest for seven years. In 2008, he was appointed Procurator (Financial Administrator) of Mangaluru diocese. In 2013, he was appointed parish priest of Modankap parish and dean of Bantwal deanery.

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Mahathma, Mangalore
Sun, Sep 23 2018
Congratulations to Fr. Maxim...take us in good path

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Gregory, Vamanjoor/Muscat
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Hearty congratulations Fr. Maxim Noronha!!
As you take over greater responsibilities as Vicar General of our Diocese, we wish you all the very best and pray to Almighty God to give you good health and wisdom so that you will be able to perform your duties efficiently and take our Mangalore Diocese to the new heights. God Bless you.

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Wilma Roopa Dsouza, Piusnagar/Kuwait
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim & wish you all the best.

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Dr Maxim D'Costa, Aberdeen, UK
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Dear V Rev Fr Maxim,
Hearty Congratulations. Our several interactions with you during the last 2 years clearly demonstrated how simple , humble , holy and humane priest you are. Pray Almighty grant you good health , and wisdom to fulfill your new responsibility.
Best wishes,
Julie and Dr Maxim D'Costa

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Norbert Sequeira, Ferar/Dubai
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations dear Rev.Fr.Maxim Noronha. We are so happy for you. It's a proud moment for all Ferar parishioners. We cherish your active role as a Parish Priest in Ferar . I am sure as a VG you will do wonders & our Diocese will reach greater heights . May the Almighty God grant you strength & courage to fulfill your new responsibilities as a Vicar General. God bless us all.

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well wisher, kemmanu / india
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Heart felt congratulations to the new Vicar General of Mangalore diocese

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Harold D'cunha, Mangalore, India.
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Stand for truth and walk in the light of the Lord.

Fr. Maxim, we wish you all the best and hope, you will stand for spirituality and only to the word of the God.

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Rajesh rego, Kulshekar mangalore
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations Dear Fr.Maxi all the best.

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STANLEY & VICTORIA D CUNHA, BONDEL/BAJPE
Sat, Sep 22 2018
CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES TO YOU FR. MAXHIM.

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Lovereena Monteiro, Thodambila / Bantwal
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Dear Fr,

Hearty Congratulations & best wishes dear Fr. Maxim Noronha.

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Florine Dsouza, Kelarai
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations dear Fr. Maxim . Its a right choice from Rv.Dr.Peter P Saldanha.may God bless you abundantly. Wish you all success

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Oswald baretto, Bantwal..kulshekar
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Hearty congratulations fr..maxim.. you are the best as always... best wishes from Baretto family from Bantwal/kulshekar..🤗😘

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Vincent Pereira, Ferar/Dubai
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Dear Rev Fr. Maxim,

On behalf of Core committee members of Ferarites-UAE, I would like to congratulate you on your elevation to the new prestigious post. We are sure and hopeful that you are going to be a big asset for the Mangalore Diocece . May God Almighty grant you strength and good health to perform your role diligently.

We , still cherish the memories of your tenure as Parish Preist of Ferar and your visit to Dubai in Jan 2017 to inaugurate association of Ferar parishioners in UAE christioned by yourselves as “ FERARITES” and founding President and Core committee was chosen in your presence.

It is a proud moment for all Ferar parishioners and Ferarites in UAE

Vincent Pereira
Founder President and Honarary President-FERARITES-UAE

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Vincent Pereira, Ferar /Dubai
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Readers

Please read. Ferarites -UAE association formed as. Jan 2007.

Regards

Vincent Pereira

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Wilma Baretto, Modankap/Valencia
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations Fr Maxim
One of the best priest ever i heard so many good things about.

Wish you great success in your new role.

Wilma(daughter of Elias Baretto)

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Vincent Fernandes, Moodubelle/Kuwait
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim Wish y6u all the best.

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Noreen Pereira, Yedapadav , Frrar
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Dear Fr. Maxim

Hearty Congratulations. We are so happy for you.

May God bless you abundantly and keep you in his loving care. Wish you all the very best.

Pereira family
Yedapadav

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Lidwin D'Souza, Pannadka Buntwal/Bondel Mangalore
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations dear Fr Maxim Noronha
May God bless you in your new role as Vicar General of Mangalore Diocese and with his loving presence always.

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Jeevan Dsouza, Cascia Mangalore/Jeddah KSA
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim

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Prakash /Latha D'sa, Pangala/Muscat
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations and best wishes to dear Fr. Maxim.

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Leslie Arouza, Family Commission Director, Diocese of Udupi
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim.

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Vincent Rodrigues, Katapadi/Bangalore
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations and all the best.

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Louis Miranda, Ferar / Kuwait
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations and best wishes Fr. Maxim as you take up the responsibility as the V.G of Mangalore Diocese.

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Sr.Agnesia frank bs, Modankap
Sat, Sep 22 2018
very proud of you dear father.. Your integrity of life has brought u thus far,... whispers of prayers..
sr. agnes frank.

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Shawn Pinto, Abu Dhabi
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Hearty congratulations Fr. Maxim.

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Fr. Mervin John Noronha SVD, SVD house, Kirem, Kinnigoli, Mangalore
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Hearty Congratulations and best wishes to you dear Fr. Maxim as you take up responsibility as the VG of our own Mangalore Diocese. Under the guidance and accompaniment of Most Rev. Dr. Peter Paul, our new Bishop, may God touch, heal and sanctify many hearts that will come in contact with you in the line of duty. Assuring you of our continued prayers and support now and always. God be with you.

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Romio D'Mello, Piusnagar / Abu Dhabi
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim Noronha , best wishes as you take up the responsibility as the V.G of Mangalore Diocese. God be with you.

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Fr. Mervin John Noronha SVD, SVD house, Kirem, Kinnigoli, Mangalore
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Hearty Congratulations and best wishes to you dear Fr. Maxim as you take up responsibility as the VG of our own Mangalore Diocese. Under the guidance and accompaniment of Most Rev. Dr. Peter Paul, our new Bishop, may God touch, heal and sanctify many hearts that will come in contact with you in the line of duty. Assuring you of our continued prayers and support now and always. God be with you.

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Clotilda Noronha, Kota/Muscat
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Hearty Congratulations fr Maxim,All the best for your future.

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Sr.Severine Menezes SAP, Belur/Hassan
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations Fr.Maxim. God be with you always. May you draw many more to the Lord and may you remain a blessing to all.

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Roshan Santhosh Noronha, Pamboor/Bengaluru
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Proud moment for us Pamboor daijis........Wish you all the best Father.

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Fr John Baptist Saldanha, Permannur
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Dear V. Rev. Fr Maxim,
Hearty Congratulations to you. May the Lord grant you strength and courage to give a new focus to the Church in Mangalore. Wish you all well.

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John Edward D Silva, mangalore
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations to U Fr Maxim.All the best.May God bless you with His choicest blessings,blessings in abundance.

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Paul D Souza, Bondel/Sharjah
Sat, Sep 22 2018
CONGRATULATIONS Fr. Maxim.God Bless for your future mission.

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Ronald, Mangalore
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congrats Fr Maxim and all the very best for this new mission...

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Noel Mascarenhas, Urwa Stores, Mangalore
Sat, Sep 22 2018
It is our privilege to congratulate Father Maxim Noronha as the Vicar General of Mangalore Diocese.

As we know you personally during your tenure as Procurator of Mangalore Diocese, you are the right person for right post. God Bless You

Noel Mascarenhas
SMKC Dubai

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Prakash Edward Noronha, Pamboor Qatar
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulation dear Fr.Maxim Noronha
Wish you all the best.

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sr.Leeda Fernandes,, Bellore-Denmark
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Congratulations & All the best to You dear Fr. Maxim. We are praying for your new responsibilities. May God bless You now & Always.

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Suzi /Sunil D almeida, Pamboor
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations and best wishes dear Fr.Maxim.

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Valerian Menezes, Kota, Udupi District.
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim Noronha. Best of luck.

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sr.Evelyn, Belthangady /Mangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congrats Dear Fr.Maxim
Praying for you

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Gilbert Noronha, Pamboor/Abudhabi
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations dear Fr.Maxim and best wishes.

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Fr Felix Monteiro, Mangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
CONGRATULATIONS TO FR MAXIM NORONHA BEING APPOINTED BY OUR NEW BISHOP MOST REV. DR PETER PAUL NORONHA AS THE VICAR GENERAL OF MANGALORE DIOCESE. FR MAXIM NORONHA IS KNOWN FOR HIS DEEP SPIRITUALITY, SIMPLICITY, HUMILITY, KINDNESS, APPROACHABLE, LISTENING NATURE AND SERVICE MINDEDNESS. HE IS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR RIGHT DESIGNATION. ALL THE BEST DEAR FR MAXIM NORONHA FOR YOUR RESPONSIBLE AND PRESTIGIOUS DESIGNATION.

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santhan Alva, Pamboor/Dubai
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Hearty Congratulations & best wishes dear Fr. Maxim Noronha.
God bless you.

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Mangal, Mangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Many Congratulations, Rev. Fr. Maxim.
Wishing you the very best in your new role.

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james, Bangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
For. Congratulation
God has appointed you to be his servant ,
And lifting you to the higher post
God may enrich you with his holy spirit
James
Bangalore

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Shanthi Quadras, Palimar / Dubai
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim. God may strengthen you with wisdom to fulfill your new responsibility.

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Prakash D' Cunha, Bajpe/Ashoknagar/Abudhabi
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim. God Bless You.

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Dr Edward Nazareth, Mangaluru
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations dear Rev. Fr. Maxim Noronha. Wish you all the best.

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Joe Gonsalves, Mangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
It is indeed my privilege to congratulate Father Maxim Noronha as The Vicar General of Mangalore Diocese. Father Maxim has an excellent track record and will do an excellent job as Vicar General rendering yeoman service to the people of Mangalore Diocese.

I join several other people in offering my good wishes to Father Maxim. May his tenure be fruitful and beneficial to The Diocese and may he be of great help to Bishop Peter Paul

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HENRY MISQUITH, Bahrain
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congrats Fr. Maxim Noronha

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Luke Pereira, Kalwa, Thane
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim
Wishing you all the very best in your newest capacity, to serve in the vineyard of Our Lord Jesus.
My Prayers for you

Luke Pereira
Kalwa Thane

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Savio Rodrigues, Bantwal
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim

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Stephen Quadros Permude, Mangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
All the best Very Rev Fr Maxim, With you as VG may the diocese reach its heights. Praying for you.

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Archibald Quadros, Pisunagar- Kundapur
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim, Myself and all my family members are so glad that God Almighty chose you for the most important and responsible position as Vicar General of Mangalore Diocese. You are being elevated for your honest, devout and most of all the rock solid faith you kept on the Lord, who chose you to spread His Gospel and to lead His flock towards His Kingdom.

We Piusnagarians still cherish your friendly approach towards all Parishioner in knowing each family individually and coming to their aid as counselor and spiritual guide in times of need.

May God Bless you many fold and give you strength, peace and most of all good health to continue to toil in His field for the good of all.

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Linet sequeira, Pamboor /bangalore.
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr. .Maxim. Best wishes on your new responsibility.

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Walter Menezes, Bantwal loretto/ Urwa
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr. Maxim Noronha and all the best in your future responsibilities

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Lawrence Lancy Lobo, Bantwal
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Hearty Congratulations dear Fr Maxim Noronha and best wishes as you take up the responsibility as the Vicar General of Mangalore Diocese.

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Pearl Fernandes, Yedapadavu/Toronto,Canada
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Father Maxim

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Kishore, Pamboor/Dubai
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr Maxim. God bless you always

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Philip Noronha, Kota/Bangalore/SA
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations, Dear Fr. Maxim L. Noronha.

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Wilfred Menezes, Halealve, Kundapura
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congrats and best wishes. God bless you.

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Albert & Kitty Gonsalves, Mangalore / UAE
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Hearty Congratulations and prayerful wishes Rev Fr. Maxim Noronha on your appointment. May God bless you on your always !

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Joachim Lasrado, Bejai ,Mangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Hearty Congratulations & best wishes dear Fr. Maxim Noronha.
God bless you.

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Basil vincent Dsa, Valencia
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Fr Maxim. God Bless you.

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Fr Joachim Dsouza, DAKSHINA KANNADA
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations Dear Fr Fr Maxim Noronha. May God bless you plentifully to serve the Lord and His people in our Diocese

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Ina Carmelita Dsouza, Mangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Amen!!! Praise, Glory, Honor, Thanksgiving, Wisdom, Power and Might belong to our God now and evermore Amen. Hallelujah amen.

Congratulations father and all praise be to God!!!

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Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congratulations ...

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M M Dolphy ( Ex Vardavan), Ferar
Fri, Sep 21 2018
All the best Fr Noronha, As I know you personally your the right person for right post , All the best,

M M Dolphy (Ex Vardavan)
Ferar

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Christine, Mangalore
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Hearty Congratulations and best wishes as you take up the responsibility as the V.G of Mangalore Diocese. God be with you

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Thomas D Mello, Pius Nagar, Kundapura
Fri, Sep 21 2018
Congrats to you Fr. Maxim.

Do remember me during the farewell speech I had mentioned
ONE DAY, YOU MAY WEAR THE BISHOP'S HAT.

The day is closer.
All the best and my prayers and BLESSING.

THOMAS

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Daril Dsouza, Piusnagar
Sat, Sep 22 2018
Yes uncle. I too remember those words said by you ..

Congratulations and All the best Fr Maxim.

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Mahathma, Mangalore

Gregory, Vamanjoor/Muscat

Wilma Roopa Dsouza, Piusnagar/Kuwait

Dr Maxim D'Costa, Aberdeen, UK

Norbert Sequeira, Ferar/Dubai

well wisher, kemmanu / india

Harold D'cunha, Mangalore, India.

Rajesh rego, Kulshekar mangalore

STANLEY & VICTORIA D CUNHA, BONDEL/BAJPE

Lovereena Monteiro, Thodambila / Bantwal

Florine Dsouza, Kelarai

Oswald baretto, Bantwal..kulshekar

Vincent Pereira, Ferar/Dubai

Vincent Pereira, Ferar /Dubai

Wilma Baretto, Modankap/Valencia

Vincent Fernandes, Moodubelle/Kuwait

Noreen Pereira, Yedapadav , Frrar

Lidwin D'Souza, Pannadka Buntwal/Bondel Mangalore

Jeevan Dsouza, Cascia Mangalore/Jeddah KSA

Prakash /Latha D'sa, Pangala/Muscat

Leslie Arouza, Family Commission Director, Diocese of Udupi

Vincent Rodrigues, Katapadi/Bangalore

Louis Miranda, Ferar / Kuwait

Sr.Agnesia frank bs, Modankap

Shawn Pinto, Abu Dhabi

Fr. Mervin John Noronha SVD, SVD house, Kirem, Kinnigoli, Mangalore

Romio D'Mello, Piusnagar / Abu Dhabi

Fr. Mervin John Noronha SVD, SVD house, Kirem, Kinnigoli, Mangalore

Clotilda Noronha, Kota/Muscat

Sr.Severine Menezes SAP, Belur/Hassan

Roshan Santhosh Noronha, Pamboor/Bengaluru

Fr John Baptist Saldanha, Permannur

John Edward D Silva, mangalore

Paul D Souza, Bondel/Sharjah

Ronald, Mangalore

Noel Mascarenhas, Urwa Stores, Mangalore

Prakash Edward Noronha, Pamboor Qatar

sr.Leeda Fernandes,, Bellore-Denmark

Suzi /Sunil D almeida, Pamboor

Valerian Menezes, Kota, Udupi District.

sr.Evelyn, Belthangady /Mangalore

Gilbert Noronha, Pamboor/Abudhabi

Fr Felix Monteiro, Mangalore

santhan Alva, Pamboor/Dubai

Mangal, Mangalore

james, Bangalore

Shanthi Quadras, Palimar / Dubai

Prakash D' Cunha, Bajpe/Ashoknagar/Abudhabi

Dr Edward Nazareth, Mangaluru

Joe Gonsalves, Mangalore

HENRY MISQUITH, Bahrain

Luke Pereira, Kalwa, Thane

Savio Rodrigues, Bantwal

Stephen Quadros Permude, Mangalore

Archibald Quadros, Pisunagar- Kundapur

Linet sequeira, Pamboor /bangalore.

Walter Menezes, Bantwal loretto/ Urwa

Lawrence Lancy Lobo, Bantwal

Pearl Fernandes, Yedapadavu/Toronto,Canada

Kishore, Pamboor/Dubai

Philip Noronha, Kota/Bangalore/SA

Wilfred Menezes, Halealve, Kundapura

Albert & Kitty Gonsalves, Mangalore / UAE

Joachim Lasrado, Bejai ,Mangalore

Basil vincent Dsa, Valencia

Fr Joachim Dsouza, DAKSHINA KANNADA

Ina Carmelita Dsouza, Mangalore

Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

M M Dolphy ( Ex Vardavan), Ferar