Mangaluru: New building of ‘White Doves Psychiatric Nursing and Destitute Home’ inaugurated


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Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru (SB)

Mangaluru, Feb 17: The new building of ‘White Doves Psychiatric Nursing and Destitute Home’ at Niddel was inaugurated on Sunday, February 17.

Leslie Fernandes, main donor of the home, inaugurated the building.

U T Khader, district in-charge minister and minister of urban development and housing, Ivan D Souza, MLC and parliamentary secretary, T R Suresh, police commissioner, Mallanna Gowda, senior civil judge, Vedavyas Kamath, MLA, J R Lobo, former MLA, Ronald Pinto, NRI entrepreneur and Benedict Barboza were present as chief guests. 

 

Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza, bishop emeritus, blessed the new building and its premises.

In her welcoming speech Corrine Rasquinha, founder, White Doves, thanked the donors and supporters. “The building was completed at a cost of Rs 8 crore. Without a single penny in my hand, I had started the project. But the Almighty inspired many kind-hearted souls for his mission and I got donors from all around the world. With the help of generous people from our society, we have completed the construction of new home. There might be questions in people’s mind why such a modern building? But according to me, we all want to live in a good and modern house, then why destitute and poor cannot dream for the same? They are also human beings and children of God. We should consider them as our own.”

In his speech, U T Khader, said, “I am happy to be part of this event because ‘White Doves’ has been spreading the love of God across the society. The Rasquinha couple has done wonders in our society by taking care of destitute and mentally ill. They are the role model for all government bodies because they are doing their work with such ease. It is an inspiration for the government. I assure support to White Doves and try to sanction funds for its activities.”

Ivan D Souza said, “When we enter the Assembly, there is a board which reads – ‘Government work is God’s work’. But we all know how government departments function. But here White Dove is doing God’s work in a proper way and it is teaching governments as to how to serve the society. Corrine Rasquinha and her family are doing the work similar to that of Mother Theresa. We can see another Mother Theresa in Corrine.”

Leslie Fernandes, who spoke on behalf of all donors, said, “It is a great honour to become a part of White Doves. Whatever we have given to this institution, we will get it back spiritually. I congratulate Corrine and her family and wish all success in her future projects.”

Congratulating the management of White Doves, MLA Vedavyas Kamath, said, “By looking at the premise itself, I can say that the new building is a successful one. I salute Rasquinha couple for their social service. They are the hope of destitute and poor. Corrine is the role model for all of us. I assure my support to White Doves and my doors are open to White Doves for any assistance.'' 

In his speech J R Lobo said, “Many people have misunderstood the service done by the Christians. Without knowing facts, some blindly say that Christians are engaged in conversation. But in reality, Christians are not supporting any type of forcible conversation. This community stood for service. They never do service on the basis of caste, creed and religion. It is the time to publicize service of Christians. By this we can avoid such misunderstandings.”

“Corrine and her family are doing wonderful work and henceforth they need our support. I congratulate Corrine and her team for their humanitarian mission,” he added

Leslie Fernandes, main donor of the new building was felicitated by Bishop Aloysius Paul D Souza.

Ronald Pinto, philanthropist and managing director of Hyssna International LLC, who donated the chapel for the new Psychiatric Nursing and Destitute Home, was felicitated by Ivan D Souza.

Ivan D’Souza also felicitated Benedict Barboza, who donated a ward for the new building in the name of his wife late Jacintha Saldanha, London.

Gilbert D’Souza received felicitation on behalf of Michel D’ Souza, philanthropist and NRI businessman for his contribution for the new building. Nelson Rodricks, Ivan Fernandes were also felicitated by Corrine for their special sponsorship for the project.

Jerome Coelho, secretary and treasurer rendered vote of thanks.

Well-known emcee Leslie Rego compered the event.

  

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  • ALWYN PETER CRASTA, Mangaluru/Bengaluru

    Tue, Feb 19 2019

    Hearty Congratulations to Corrine & Vitus Rasquinha couple and the ever-energetic White Doves Team, on the superfast completion and commissioning of the New building of 'White Doves Psychiatric Nursing and Destitute Home' at Mangalore!

    This huge charitable project is their long cherished dream come true, which was duly facilitated by the large-heartedness of Mr. Leslie Fernandes and many other philanthrophists and the blessings of Almighty God.

    Wishing White Doves all success in their humanitarian work and may God bless them abundantly.

    May their unparallelled example be a beacon light to others, to do their best for society, especially, the poorest of the poor, the homeless and the destitute, who will be well cared for, and be enabled to live and die in peace.

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  • Mariette n Jossie D’Souza,, Maroli, Mangalore.

    Mon, Feb 18 2019

    Dear Corrine n Whitus and White Doves,

    CONGRATULATIONS 💐we are proud of you.
    Assuring you of our support and prayers always.
    God bless.

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  • Joseph & Francine Pinto, Bendore

    Mon, Feb 18 2019

    Congratulations dear Corrine, Vitus and White Doves Team.
    God Bless you all.

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  • Alwyn and Berdie Mascarenhas, Mangalore /Florida

    Mon, Feb 18 2019

    Corrine, Vitus and the White Doves
    Congratulations ! May God bless your great humanitarian
    venture.
    Alwyn and Berdie Mascarenhas

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  • Dr Edward D'Souza, Bangalore

    Mon, Feb 18 2019

    Congratulations Corrine and team. White Doves has been doing a great humanitarian work and there are no to words express her service to the least of the brotherin. The building looks awesome and the poor people deserve the facility.
    Federation of KONKANI Catholic Associations (FKCA) recognises her service and will always support her humanitarian cause

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  • Fr Franklin D'Souza, Murkothpalke/Diocese of Shimoga

    Mon, Feb 18 2019

    I congratulate Corine and Vitus Rasquinha on behalf of our Yesusparsha Team. I Know them last Twenty years. They are inspired by the love of Jesus. As Jesus loved the humanity,. specially concern about the poor and downtrodden, with same spirit WHITE DOVES renders it's Service to the lost, least people of the society. The JOY that bthey radiate in the lives of the people is really Praise Worthy.

    We all need to respond Divine Call of God. God who created human beings never look at our caste, Creed and Religion. He looks at our hearts. Let us love one another as God loved us. Matthew 25:25-40: "whatsoever you do unto the least of my brother/sister that you do unto me".

    MAY GOD BLESS WHITE DOVES SERVICE YO THE HUMANITY

    Fr Franklin D'Souza
    www.frfranklin.org

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  • Jossie Mascarenhas, Bajpe / Dubai

    Sun, Feb 17 2019

    Congratulations White Doves. May your mission succeed.

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  • Gerry and Audrey Dmello, Bejai/Abu Dhabi

    Sun, Feb 17 2019

    Congratulations Corrine , Vitus and White Doves team, the service you are rendering to the society is unmatchable.

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  • Bettina Vijay Monteiro, Mannagudda Warehouse/Mangalore

    Sun, Feb 17 2019

    Congratulations and God Bless you and your family abundantly for the good work you have been doing. Showers of God's love and blessings on the White Doves Home.

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  • Jerry, Bajpe/Canada

    Sun, Feb 17 2019

    Congratulation is there is any bank account that people can contribute for the noble cause
    Jerry

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  • El En Tea, Mumbai

    Sun, Feb 17 2019

    Showers of Blessings on White Doves Home

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  • SAMAD, Mangalore

    Sun, Feb 17 2019

    Good Going..Congrats white doves..Blessing from around the country..

    Reply Report Abuse Agree [16]

  • Jossey Saldanha, Mumbai

    Sun, Feb 17 2019

    India badly needs a Corrine Rasquinha in every District ...

    Reply Report Abuse Agree [29]


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