from Vinay Pais
for Daijiworld Media Network – Kundapur (KD)

Kundapur, May 14: Sacerdotal jubilee celebration of Fr Antony Lobo, parish priest of Kundapur varado was held at Holy Rosary Church here recently.

Fr Antony was felicitated on the occasion by the devotees Holy Rosary Church. The celebration was held on a grand scale to mark 25 years of his service and three years in Kundapur.

Speaking on the occasion Fr Antony Lobo said that the occasion had a special significance for his life. 'The Almighty has been kind to me and has bestowed on me the good fortune of participating in the silver jubilee celebration of my priestly ordination,' he said.

He further said that he had the satisfaction of serving the parish with sincerity and simplicity. He thanked the members of the varado for their cooperation, affection and for the honour bestowed on him.

Tallur parish priest Fr Benzamin D’Souza presided over the function while Fr Benjamin Lobo and Sr Ida were present on the occasion. Convener of the jubilee celebration committee Ronald Rodrigues welcomed the gathering. Fr Ronald Cutinho made a brief introductory speech on Fr Antony Lobo while Basil D’Souza, vice-president, administrative council of the church read out the certificate honour. Ronald Rodrigues presented a cheque as a gift to Fr Antony Lobo. Secretary Diana Almeida proposed the vote of thanks.