Mangaluru: A farewell ceremony was organized by the St. Theresa Church, Paldane, to bid adieu to Rev. Fr. Alban D’Souza, who is retiring after serving as the parish priest.
Fr. Alban, who led the morning Holy Mass, expressed his gratitude to God for granting him the opportunity to serve the church and its community over the past six years. During the Mass, a sermon was delivered by Rev. Fr. Daryl Fernandes of the Capuchin order.
Following the Mass, a formal farewell program was held. Church Vice President Elias Fernandes read and presented a citation to the retiring priest, while Secretary Austin Monteiro draped him with a traditional shawl. Jocelyn Lobo, coordinator of all commissions, offered fruits and flowers, and Rev. Fr. Daryl Fernandes presented a bouquet.
In his address, Fr. Alban D’Souza thanked the parishioners for their support throughout his six-year tenure. Vice President Elias Fernandes also highlighted the various developmental works undertaken during Fr. D’Souza’s leadership.
The program was compered by Rishal D’Souza, with support from Presilla Fernandes.