The Bishop of Udupi, Most Rev. Dr. Gerald Lobo was on Pastoral Visit to Christ King Church, Trasi from 7th to 9th January, 2023. Rev. Fr Rosario Fernandes, the Parish Priest of Trasi; Rev. Fr Maxim D’Souza and the parishioners extended a warm welcome to the Bishop.
After the preliminary rites, the Bishop visited the cemetery and conducted prayer service. The Bishop had a session on Catechism for the Confirmation children. Then He interacted with the Parish finance committee members.
On 8th January, the Confirmation Mass was celebrated with great joy. 31 children received the Sacrament of Confirmation. In his homily, the bishop emphasized on the importance of family life.
After the Mass, the Bishop had meetings with several groups, viz.; Missionary Children’s Association; Altar Boys; ICYM; YCS; Catholic Sabha; SFO; Legion of Mary, SVP, Sthree Sanghatan; Parish Pastoral Council with 20 commissions’ animators. Later he visited the sick. He also attended the Small Christian Community meeting in one of the wards.
On 9th morning the Bishop celebrated the holy Eucharist at Holy Cross Convent Trasi. He also paid visit to Don Bosco community and School. He also addressed the teachers and staff members of the school. The Pastoral Visit concluded on Monday 9th with a Prayer Service.