Mangalore Diocese News

Report by Mrs. Savitha Menezes, Lecturer in Economics

Mangaluru, July 11 : The faculty members of St. Raymond's Institutions visited the residence of Servant of God Msgr. Raymond Francis Camillus Mascarenhas on 7th July, 2023. They had an opportunity to take a complete tour of Founder's Cottage, Bethany Heritage Park and Museum. It was indeed a haven of peace and calmness where they experienced the prayerful atmosphere, warmth of love, affection and holiness radiating in the air. All the faculty members involved themselves in prayer and sought the blessings of Almighty through the intercession of Fr. Founder. It was a stunning experience to visit the holy place where Fr. Founder lived, to watch the glimpses of his literary works, numerous photographs and artifacts exhibited there spotlighted the multifaceted personality of the great spiritual giant of Mangalore.

Rev. Sr. Sandhya BS, the Secretary, BES encouraged the staff to continue the mission of RFC Mascarenhas with much zeal and dedication. A pilgrimage to Founder's Cottage was initiated by Sr. Lavita, the Headmistress, St. Raymond's Higher Primary School. Sr Shubha BS, the Coordinator for Educational Apostolate, Mangalore Province and Correspondent of St. Raymond's institution accompanied the staff. Sr. Anita Lydia, the Principal, St. Raymond's P.U.College, Sr. Vidya, Headmistress, St. Raymond's Kannada Medium High School and Sr. Shanthi Flavia Headmistress, St. Raymond's English Medium High School motivated the faculty members to participate in this pilgrimage to Founder's Cottage and supported the success of this event. All the faculty members were blessed by Fr. Founder's graciousness and are inspired by his saintly life. The staff members felt that it was a wonderful opportunity, an amazing experience to be cherished all through life.

The faculty members owe their gratitude to Sr Dona BS, the Superior of Mother House, Sr. Jessy Leena BS for their whole hearted support and cooperation.