Fr Lawrence D'Souza - Called by the Lord to the Heavenly Abode

Fr Lawrence D’Souza passed on to the Lord peacefully at the age of 77 having spent 56 years in the Society of Jesus. With the passing away of Fr Lawrence on 11^th April, the Karnataka Province has lost a great Jesuit who was restless for Christ all his life. The funeral mass was celebrated at the Chapel of St Joseph’s Boys’ High School on the 13^th morning. The funeral service took place at the cemetery of Mount St Joseph. Along with the relatives and friends, a large number of Jesuits bid goodbye to the mortal remains of Fr Lawrence. Let the Risen Lord help us to increase in faith and hope as we return the life of Fr Lawrence to God and pray for his eternal life with Him. Thank you Lord for giving us a simple and committed Jesuit in the person of Fr Lawrence. May his soul rest in peace and may he enjoy the bliss prepared by the Lord for his faithful servant.