FR. CLIFFORD D`SOUZA 5 April 2018, 5 p.m , St Anthony`s Home , Jeppoo ,Mangalore.
God`s grace of long life is reserved for a few It is His loving gift, for someone like you, Blessings of perfect sight and good health, A bank of inexhaustible source of wealth. Honesty , simplicity, humility are your face mask, Obediently & diligently you complete your task, Your motto “give much, don’t ask,” In God` s glory alone you bask. Bishops were at pain and sincere to explain, Obedience to authorities, never to complain, A most challenging mission, put under your care, You have only memorable memories to share. Bishops exemplified your work because …. Your dedication for cause , not for a applause Physical monuments, as memory , you `ve not kept, But when you left , the Parishioners wept. Your service at St Anthonys home came in for praise, Commitment at Bishop House, a toast they raise, Obediently you worked with missionary zeal, Where ever you went ,human hearts you steal. You loved the young and comforted the old, Exercised spiritual control and religious hold, Faith in God and men made you bold, You served without being directed or told. What more you need to ask at this age, God`s grace only to turn over the next page, You set the doubtful s, out of spiritual ignorance cage. More challenges, more tasks, remained your only wage. Your life entwined like a happiness chain, Your services to God and men, never in vain,’ As a human ,at times you felt the pain, But you measured life only with your gain. Innumerable souls that you touched, By their presence and prayers have vouched. Golden Jubilee celebrations, a day of joy and pride Received adulation's and honor like a bride. Joy and happiness dressed your face. Two Bishops, the occasion they grace, Priest, nuns and laity also participated, As 60 years of priesthood you celebrated Nelson Lopes Chinchinim, Goa
