A welcoming ceremony was held on Saturday the 11th June 2011 sharp at 3:30pm,in the St.Ignatius Loyola Church ground Paladka.
As the Churchfull of people waiting enthusiastically with flowers,garlands and bouquets,Fr.Gilbert arrived with 12 other priests of his community directly from mangalore.
Rev.Fr.Herold Pereira the former vicar greeted the new vicar and his colleagues.People offered garlands,flowers and bouquets one by one.A Holy Ceremony was held inside the church,in the presence of vicar var Rev. Austin Peris.
Immediate after that the choir sang a Welcome Song, Vice President Mr. Andrew D'Souza welcomed the priest.The Secretary of Parish Council Mr.Victor A. D'Souza thanked the gathering. Fr.Gilbert D'Souza and Fr.Herold Pereira shared their feelings. Mr.Salvadore Rodrigues Compered the Programme.
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