Mangalore: Catholic Board of Education Marks Fr Wilson's 40-Yr-Priesthood


News: Aloysius D’Souza
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore (VA)

Mangalore, Mar 14: Over 250 heads of Catholic colleges (senior/junior levels), primary and high schools under the leadership of the Catholic Board of Education (CBE) president and Bishop Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza marked the ‘40 Years of Priesthood’ of Fr Wilson Vitus D'Souza, secretary, CBE at Shanthi Kiran Bajjodi here, recently.

Fr Wilson had reached this milestone of serving the people of Dakshina Kannada on December 25, 2010.  The key note address was delivered by Dr Clarence Miranda, who extolled the qualities of Fr Wilson D'Souza and his 40 years of service to humanity and his greatness.

A tribute was presented to the jubilarian Fr Wilson D'Souza, with pomp and affection. W D'Souza representing the primary schools, Bridget Periera the high schools, Fr Alwayn Serrao, the colleges and Gretta Lobo the office of CBE - walked the length of the hall bearing a huge floral tribute, embedded with the figure '40' in a special pattern with roses and lead by Bishop Aloysius P D'Souza.



Fr Wilson paid tribute to many who were his role models and those who particularly supported the good works of the Catholic Board of Education during his tenure as its secretary. He added that this great responsibility to better and spread education in the spirit of the Church was made possible only with the help of God and several good people who guided and helped him achieve results.

The function was graced by noted lawyer M P Noronha and well-known social worker professor Rita Noronha who were on the dais. The whole function was tastefully conducted by Aloysius D'Souza, headmaster of Rosario High school in the city. The fitting celebration marked the esteem and dignity that the CBE is held in the region.

Brief overview of Fr Wilson Vitus D'Souza's Career

Born in Bendur on June 15, 1945, he started schooling in Bendur and finished it at Kirem. In 1962 he joined St Joseph's Seminary Jeppu. He was ordained in 1970 at Kinnigoli and served in various capacities. He obtained several degrees, particularly MA (Political Science) MA (Sociology) MA (Public admin).

In 1998 he completed advanced studies in Education from St Thomas Aquinas College New York (US of A). He has dedicated his life to the Church and Education in the Diocese of Mangalore. He has served in parishes and chiefly various educational institutions as vice principal and principal for over 26 years. He has held offices and membership in various educational associations and bodies as well as academic council of Mangalore University. He is also a member co-ordinator, National Accreditation (NAAC).

  

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  • Dinesh Kini, Alevoor Udupi

    Tue, Dec 04 2012

    Congratulations to you sir. As your student in Milagres College, Kallianpur, I am thrilled to see the pics of your felicitation programme. My classmate Uday Shetty too, whenever meets me in Udupi, misses you a lot.

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  • Felix Monteiro, Bondel, Mangalore

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    congratulations & all good wishes to you Fr. Wilson . from Felix bondel

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  • Hilda Kallianpur, kallianpur

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Dear Fr. Wilson,May you have many more fruitful years in Gods vineyard.Thank you for all that you have been to us when you were at Milagres-Hilda

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  • Melwin Nancy D' souza, M'lor/Milagres/Kwt

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Congratulations and best wishs Fr Wilson Taitas D'souza. on your 40 years of Priesthood May the Lord bless you.

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  • Fr Richard Coelho, AdministratorFMMCHospitalkankanady M'lore

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Cogratulations dear Fr Wilson as you reach this milestone in your priestly ministry. May God bless you with new zeal and strength to carry on your ministry in the Educational field.Because of his simplicity and humility Fr Wilson has achieved a lot in CBE mainly the cooperation from various Correspondents and also by all the teachers. Keep it up and go ahead all the best.

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  • Christopher D'Souza, Bendur, Mangalore

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Dear Rev. Fr. Wilson,

    Congratulations on completion of 40 years of Priesthood.

    From,
    Christy/Christine/Callen/Christabel

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  • Gerry D'Mello & fly, Bendur / Canada

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Beloved Fr.Wilson,
    Hearty congrats on your 40th Anniversary of your priesthood. May the Lord Bless you and make His face shine upon you! Anxiously looking forward for your Golden Anniversary. May all your dreams come true!

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  • Fr. Simon D'Souza, Indubettu

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Dear Fr. Wilson, Congratulations as you celebrate 40 years of priesthood. may God strengthen you with blessings and graces in all your efforts and in your works.

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  • Denzil Goveas, Mangalore, Kingdom of Bahrain

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Dear Fr. Wilson
    Congratulations for completing 40 yrs of Priesthood.
    May the Good Lord bless you abundantly with good health to serve the community.

    Our wishes and prayers always.

    Bina, Meghna, Vishal and Denzil

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  • Flavia Moras, Mangalore

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Dear Rev. Fr. Wilson
    Congrats! on completion of 40 years of priesthood. May you have many more years of priesthood and celebrate your Golden & diamond Jubilee too. I pray for your good health, happiness and all success in carrying out the mission of Christ on earth.
    With prayerful wishes
    Flavia Moras

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  • Jimmy Goveas, Jade, Coral, Jivan and Crystal Pais, Mangalore/Kuwait

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    "Congratulations and best wishes dearest Fr.Wilson on your 40 years of priestly ministry."
    May the Lord continue to bless all your endeavours....
    With our love and prayers always.....

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  • Linda, Bangalore

    Mon, Mar 14 2011

    Dear Rev. Fr, Congratulations. Warm regards. Feeling so very happy to hear the news. May our Lord's blessings be with you always, Fr,
    With all good wishes from all of us Fr. Pray for us.

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