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Bangalore: Bishop Dr Aloysius discusses welfare of minorities with CM

  •   Wed, Feb 19 2014 03:52:01 PM

Bishop Dr Aloysius discusses welfare of minorities with CM

Daijiworld Media Network - Bangalore (MD)

Bangalore, Feb 19: Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza held a meeting with Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah in Bangalore on Wednesday, February 19 to discuss about the development and welfare of minorities in Mangalore.

Bishop Dr Aloysius D'Souza requested the CM to extend help to children from financially poor families for their educational and various other needs, and to provide more facilities to the minorities through the state Minority Commission.

He also urged the CM to provide help in building a shrine in memory of Pope John Paul II in Bajpe, the place he had visited during his tenure as Pope. Moreover, this year, Pope John Paul II will be declared as Saint.

Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza along with MLA J R Lobo, minister for forest, environment and ecology Ramanath Rai, Fr William, Walter Monteiro, Pius Pinto, Fr Leo D'Souza and others honoured CM Siddaramaiah with a shawl.
  

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  • Conrad Rodrigues, Bombay

    Sat, Feb 22 2014

    The initiative and intent of the Bishop of Mangalore are commendable. Any measure undertaken for the welfare of the deprived sections of our society is certainly welcome if undertaken in a transparent manner. From another perspective - is it possible for the State Government to cater to the welfare of a section of the population only within a certain district ? A representation of all the Bishops within the State / Metropolitan See/ ecclesiastical Province with a common memorandum to address such issues regarding welfare of minorities (educational needs of poor families) would be a step in the right direction. This would also provide the State Government officials a better understanding of the needs of Catholic Church / Christian Community. Schemes initiated by the State Government need to taken advantage of by the members of the community. Local issues could be handled at the District level.
    As regards building a monument in memory of Blessed John Paul II, that should be a matter of pride for the entire Catholic / Christian Community of Mangalore (and Udupi) dioceses. Don't we have the courage to muster enough resources to build a fitting memorial for our great Pope ? A collection is already being undertaken in one of the local parishes to build such a monument. A sizeable amount has already been collected. If the Catholic faithful of other parishes/diocese (and even those settled migrated overseas) contribute their mite we shall have a fitting memorial for our great Holy Father. He was our Pope !!!
    A secular State cannot and should not interfere in building religious monuments to please any community. This gives rise to vote-bank politics. Tomorrow the State on the disguise of some law or land regulation will acquire the said property that belongs to the Church. There will be all kinds of questions raised. This creates un-necessary disharmony among our community. Hope better sense will prevail.

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  • Joe Gonsalves, Mangalore

    Sat, Feb 22 2014

    I am glad that Our Bishop Aloysius Paul has taken up the case of poor children with The Chief Minister Mr.Sidaramiaih and sought his help to educate them.

    It is indeed a very valid appeal to The Chief Minister Mr. Sidaramaiah which Our Bishop Aloysius Paul has made for help to raise a suitable monument to commemorate the memory of Late Pope John Paul II who made historic visit to Mangalore over twenty years ago. It looks as if the other day that this saint visited our City Airport.

    Our late Bishop Basil D'Souza made all possible arrangements to ensure a suitable welcome to The Pope. Various committees were formed for different jobs. Monsignor Alexander D'Souza was assigned the portfolio to oversee the arrangements. Among the lay people three important jobs were assigned to:

    Late Blassius D,Souza to look after housing

    Late Mr. Paul Rodricks to look after transport and parking.

    Mr. Joe Gonsalves to arrange security arrangements at the Airport and at The Podium.

    When the memorable day dawned for the arrival of the Pope I had the pleasure of accompanying the dignitaries to The Airport in a specail bus owned and driven by Maxy Lobo. I still recall the moment when I was introduced to The Pope by Our Bishop Basil at the turmac. I had the pleasure to shake hands and speak with this saint when I uttered the carefully rehearsed words 'VIVA IL PAPA' and indeed The Pope returned my greetings .

    It is my sincere hope that The Government will favorably consider our Bishop's request and readily take up the project on the cite where Pope John Paul II addressed over four lacs of people.

    Joe Gonsalves

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  • Vincent Rodrigues, Katapadi/Bangalore

    Thu, Feb 20 2014

    Minorities are lucky to have Sri.Siddaramaiah as our CM who is more concerned about the needs of minorities and all minorities are supporting Congress because of effective CM.All the best.Thanq.

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  • Kumar, Mudigere

    Thu, Feb 20 2014

    Finally some news about Karnataka. Govt ,by the way how r they doing we r caught up with general elections , aap & telangana so not been able to focus u guys ... But once G elections r over the focus will shift on u guys

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  • William, Bantwal

    Wed, Feb 19 2014

    Good work by Bishop. Best wishes to all.

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  • Lawrence Dsouza, Niddodi,Bharain

    Wed, Feb 19 2014

    Great work done by our Rev Bishop !I surprise we meet Siddu very often, but never think of Niddodian's and surrounding people, whether the plan of Ultra Mega Power project is really coming to Niddodi ?.What a pity..!All great leaders are giving comments no one has assured and dared to ask directly to the chief minister. What is the suspense in it,Who can answer our question.I think only before the Lok Sabha election.Or After election.God Bless Niddodia's fight till the end.

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  • Kurt Waschnig, Oldenburg, Germany

    Wed, Feb 19 2014

    The Church helps the needy in many ways. The poorest of the poor are not alone and the Church has done so much for them in Mangalore and other parts of India.
    It is so important to treat the poorest of the poor with dignity and respect, seeings their needs, look after them. We find that in the Gospel.


    Best regards

    Kurt Waschnig, Oldenburg/Germany

    email: oldenburg1952@yaho.de

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