Media Release

Mangaluru, May 13: Bondel parishioners were excited to receive their new assistant parish priest. A large number of parishioners gathered at the entrance of St Lawrence Church to welcome the new assistant parish priest on Monday, May 13

Fr William D’Souzawas accompanied by Fr Stany Goveas, parish priest of Madanthyar, assistant parish priest Fr Osmond Roshan D’Souza-assistant parish priest, Fr Jerome D’Souza principal, Fr Deepak D’Sa headmaster, parishioners from Madanthyar and family members.

The parish priest, Fr Andrew Leo D'Souza, welcomed the new assistant priest, Fr William D'Souza, with a garland. The floral welcome was given by the principal of St Lawrence English Medium School, Fr Peter Gonsalves, vice president  John D'Silva, secretary Santhosh Misquith, other members of the parish pastoral council, and many parishioners.

Everyone was led in prayer by Fr William D'Souza, who also blessed the gathering. Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza, along with the vice president and secretary of the parish pastoral council, offered a bouquet as a gesture of affection on behalf of the parishioners of Bondel. Fr Stany Goveas introduced Fr William to the St Lawrence parishioners.

Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza, parish priest, Fr Lancy D’Souza outgoing assistant parish priest P, Fr Stany Goveas parish priest Madanthyar, Fr William D’Souza new assistant parish priest, John D’Silva vice president parish pastor council, and Jerald Moras vice president parish pastor council Madanthyar parish on the dais.

Fr Andrew Leo D’Souza gave a glimpse of the parish. In a note of welcome, he said, "Fr William, welcome to the loving embrace of our Bondel parish community. Your presence among us is a divine gift, a beacon of light guiding us on our spiritual journey. As you step into this sacred role of shepherd and guide, know that you are surrounded by a parish family eager to support and collaborate with you in spreading the Gospel message."

In his farewell note to Fr Lancy, Fr Andrew said, "Your departure leaves a void in our hearts, but we take solace in knowing that the seeds of faith you have planted here will continue to grow and bear fruit."

Fr William then addressed the parishioners. He thanked all those who had come to drop him till Bondel. He acknowledged with a grateful heart the love that they had for him. The parishioners along with the parish clergy wished every success to Fr William D'Souza.

Fr Peter Gonsalves compered the programme. Guests were served with refreshments at the church Pendol.