Congratulations
Rev. Fr. Francis Serrao
Bishop of the Diocese of Shimoga.
With thanksgiving for the work of the Holy Spirit ,
I extend my heart felt congratulations to
Rev. Fr. Francis Serrao called to be the
Bishop of the Diocese of Shimoga.
As well as being an excellent communicator his experience in catholic education,
parish minister and diocese administration have
shown his wonderful ability to lead people by word and example.
My prayers and love are with the Bishop - elect,
his family and the people of the Diocese of Shimoga
as you begin holy work together in a new chapter of your life.
We all are confident that he will be supported by the strong leadership
that has developed in recent years and by a Diocese.
I also wish to extend a hand of support as we welcome a new Bishop into a new era.
Father we rejoice with you today and wish u God's richest blessings.
I too wish him prayerful good wishes as he takes up his new episcopal ministry in Shimoga .
Best wishes from
Anil Lobo and Family
Moodbidri