Bangalore: Seven deacons, two priests ordained by Archbishop Moras


Bangalore: Seven deacons, two priests ordained by Archbishop Moras

From Our Special Correspondent
Daijiworld Media Network - Bangalore

Bangalore, May 3: Seven deacons and two priests for the Archdiocese of Bangalore were ordained by Archbishop Bernard Moras at St Francis Xavier’s Cathedral on Tuesday.

More than 125 priests, besides big number of nuns and religious brothers and sisters were present during the ordination ceremony along with near and dear ones of the newly-ordained and hundreds of faithful.

Archbishop said it was indeed a great privilege, joy and an abundant blessing for the Archdiocese to have two new Priests and seven deacons this year of faith and Diamond Jubilee of the Archdiocese.

''We thank God for these two priests and seven deacons. While congratulating them he wished them fruitful ministries in the Archdiocese. May they continue to sustain the same zeal and dedication in the years to come,” he said.

The Archbishop requested the faithful to pray for the new deacons and priests that they may do their ministry well and thus prepare themselves worthily for their priesthood.

He called upon the candidates of priesthood and diaconate to remain faithful to their commitment to follow Christ and serve his people in the church and remain faithful to the commitment of Obedience, not only in words but in action in all that they do paying due respect to the authorities when they are carrying out their mission.

He reminded the advice given by the Holy Father Pope Francis to the Cardinals to radiate Christ and give Christ in all that we do. We have one mission and that is to give Christ to others.

The newly ordained priests are Frs Francis Xavier  from St Anthony’s Church  TC Palya  Parish and  MacDonald Fernandez  from Our Lady of Lourdes Church Thirthahalli.

Later, the newly ordained priests concelebrated the Holy Eucharist with the Archbishop. Fr Alphonse Bhaskar, the Joint Secretary of the Liturgy Commission of the Archdiocese compered the liturgy session.

After the Eucharist a short felicitation programme was organized, to welcome the new priests to the
Archdiocesan Presbyterian with seven deacons and wished them the best for their future ministry. Archbishop garlanded new priests and deacons.

Msgr Jayanathan and Msgr C Francis the Vicars General and Very Rev Fr Anthony Swamy chancellor of the Archdiocese were present on the dais.

Fr Francis Xavier, one of the new priests, expressed his gratitude on behalf of the newly ordained priests and deacons.

During this ceremony, Archbishop released the portrait of the Holy Father Pope Francis, drawn by A B Uppar, an artist, who teaches drawing at Vidya Mandir High School at Nesargi Bailahongala Taluk, Belgaum District. Archbishop appreciated the great work done by the artist and honoured him.

  

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  • Cecillia Anand, Bangalore

    Wed, May 07 2014

    I wish the newly ordained priests and deacons a Christ filled mission.
    Jesus and Mother Mary guide them throughout their new Mission.Proclaim Christ Alleluia!

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  • Dr. Cajetan Coelho, Goa, India

    Mon, May 06 2013

    Hearty congratulations to the newly ordained Deacons and Priests. God Bless.

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  • Vincent Rodrigues, Katapadi/Bangalore

    Sat, May 04 2013

    Congratulations to the newly ordained two priests and seven deacons. Wish them all the best in their serving Christ and also in thier involvment in the work of building God's Kingdom.Thanq.

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  • Alwyn Crasta, Mangalore, Bangalore

    Sat, May 04 2013

    Congratulations and best wishes to the newly ordained Priests & Deacons of our Archdiocese. May God's choicest blessings be always with you in your most noble mission. My prayers & good wishes are with you at all times.

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  • vivek, bangalore

    Sat, May 04 2013

    congrats and wel come to the diocese

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  • Jason, mangalore

    Fri, May 03 2013

    Congratulations dear deacons. Wish you all the best. God Bless You.

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  • Fr. Chris Vimalraj, Rome

    Fri, May 03 2013

    Congratulations to the Ordinandi! May they be effective in action, gentle in ministry and constant in prayer bringing Christ's presence into the lives of those they encounter.

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