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Time of India
6 days ago
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- Time of India
Udupi Youth Shreyans Gomes Achieves UPSC Success, Celebrated by Church and Bishop
UDUPI: Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo of the Udupi Diocese lauded Shreyans Gomes, a member of the Udupi Church, for his outstanding achievement in securing the 372nd rank in the Union Public Service Commission ( ) examination. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The felicitation ceremony took place at the Bishop House on Friday, where Bishop Lobo formally recognised Gomes' accomplishment on behalf of the Udupi Diocese. Bishop Lobo emphasised the significance of members of the Christian community attaining positions within the govt sector, noting that such successes reflect positively on both the community and the Udupi district as a whole. He stated that the Diocese previously set an ambitious goal of having at least 25 individuals from the community secure top govt positions. While acknowledging that the Diocese did not fully achieve this target, Bishop Lobo expressed satisfaction that several community members demonstrated remarkable achievements. He further emphasised that Shreyans Gomes, through his dedicated and understated preparation for the UPSC exam, set a commendable example for others to emulate. Bishop Lobo conveyed his conviction that Shreyans' future role as a govt officer would bring pride to his parents, the community, and the district. Rev. Denis D'Sa, Public Relations Officer for the Udupi Diocese, acknowledged the widespread aspiration to succeed in highly competitive examinations such as the UPSC and subsequently contribute to govt service. He underscored the arduous nature of these examinations, requiring sustained effort and rigorous preparation. Rev. D'Sa expressed his delight at Shreyans Gomes' accomplishment, achieved despite the inherent challenges. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He also highlighted that numerous individuals, inspired by the Bishop's vision, have successfully entered govt service and are achieving notable success, a development he deemed a source of pride for the Diocese. Shreyans Gomes' father, S. J. Gomes, originally hailing from Ternamakki, Bhatkal, currently holds the position of Station Master at the Udupi Indrali Railway Station. His mother, Mabel Shanti, is a homemaker. Shreyans obtained his engineering degree from RV College of Engineering, Bengaluru. The Gomes family resides within the parish boundaries of Mother of Sorrows Church Udupi.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Udupi diocese hands over house to family
Udupi: The Udupi Diocese inaugurated a comprehensive initiative aimed at providing housing for underprivileged families lacking their own homes. This ambitious project is a key component of the diocese's preparations for the upcoming General Jubilee Year 2025, a significant milestone for the Catholic Church. The first tangible outcome of this initiative was witnessed on Sunday with the formal handover of a newly constructed house, christened 'Ark of Hope', to the family of Vinod and Angeline Pinto, within the jurisdiction of the Thottam St Anne's Church. The Pinto family, burdened by persistent financial constraints, was residing in rented accommodation. Their plight resonated deeply within the parish community, prompting a concerted effort involving the parish council, generous donors, and the Michael D'Souza Charity Trust to realise their dream. Through this collaborative endeavour, a fully furnished house, estimated at Rs 13 lakh, was constructed. The realisation of this project was further facilitated by the donation of five cents of land by Thomas and Valeriana Noronha. The construction process was expedited, and the house was completed in a five-month timeframe. Rev Denis D'Sa, parish priest of Thottam Church, presided over the handover ceremony, blessing the new home and formally entrusting it to the Pinto family. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo "A home is more than just bricks and mortar; it is a foundation for stability, security, and a sense of belonging," Rev D'Sa said. Looking ahead, the Udupi Diocese has ambitious plans to replicate the success of the 'Ark of Hope' project across its 52 churches, aiming to construct a house for one homeless family in each parish as part of the Jubilee Year 2025 celebrations. The diocese hopes that this initiative will inspire other organisations and individuals to join hands in building a more equitable and compassionate society for all.
