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Udupi Bishop inaugurates star-shaped St Francis Assisi Church in Kundapura

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May 13, 2016

Udupi, May 13: The newly built St Francis Assisi Church was inaugurated at Tallur near Kundapura in Udupi district on Thursday. The star-shaped church is said to be the first of its kind in the State.

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Most Rev. Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi Diocese, inaugurated the church by cutting the ribbon and unveiling the plaque.

Later speaking at a public function organized to mark the inauguration, Vinay Kumar Sorake, Urban Development Minister, recalled the contribution of Christians in various fields and said Catholic institutions had played a prominent role in the development of the nation by promoting quality education.

He lauded their role in promoting education and healthcare in Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts.

Presiding over the function, Dr. Lobo said places of worship had a distinct place in Indian culture. He complemented the parish priest and people of Tallur for their efforts in erecting such a beautiful church building within a short period.

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eliviya
 - 
Friday, 13 May 2016

will soon shift my house to kundapura near to this church. prayer is important than all.

Febin D costa
 - 
Friday, 13 May 2016

God bless all, very good

Jannifer
 - 
Friday, 13 May 2016

want to visit soon. very good designed church i have ever seen,

Maria Dsouza
 - 
Friday, 13 May 2016

wonderful, really thankful to who built this one.

dcosta
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Friday, 13 May 2016

wow wonderful design, we can pray peacefully here,

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