Mangalore Diocese News

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Mangaluru, Aug 16 : On the occasion of Indian Platinum Independence Day, Catholic Sabha Milagres unit organised Flag hoisting ceremony at Milagres Church ground on 15th August 2022.

President Sri John Monteiro welcomed the dignitaries, guests and gathering.

The chief guest Mrs Rita Pinto was introduced by Mrs Lona Pinto.

Mrs Rita Pinto, an active parishioner who also celebrated her 75th Birthday hoisted the Tricolour flag. The people gathered proudly gave respect to the National Flag.  

Guest of honour Rev Fr Ivan Dsouza, Assistant parish priest, Milagres church delivered a meaningful message. He said we are celebrating Indian Independence yet there are so many issues which don't allow us to feel absolute freedom. As we observe 'Har ghar tirang', it should not be just a slogan but must motivate us to build humanity and to respect every individual irrespective of religion, caste and creed.

Mrs Rita Pinto expressed her gratitude for honouring her and appreciated catholic sabha for organising the ceremony. She called on us to live with harmony and pray for peace in our nation and the entire world.

Rev Fr Ivan Dsouza honoured Mrs Rita Pinto with a shawl while President Sri John Monteiro presented the memento.

The church choir group presented melodious patriotic songs.

Parish priests Rev Fr Uday Fernandes, Rev Fr Michael Santumayor graced the ceremony.

Milagres college NCC students assisted in the flag hoisting ceremony.

Parish Vice President, Secretary, Ward Gurkars, Council members and about four hundred parishioners were present.

Mrs Philomena Ferrao convenor Laity commission Milagres proposed the vote of thanks.

On behalf of the Church sweets were distributed.

Mrs Diana D'souza compered the program.