A special programme honouring the retired senior priests of the Diocese of Jaffna was held on July 23 at the Arobanam Students’ Hostel in Uruthirapuram, Kilinochchi.
The event was organized by the younger priests of the diocese in recognition of the dedicated service of their senior clergy.
The programme began with the Holy Mass, presided over by the Bishop Emeritus of Jaffna, Rt. Rev. Dr. Thomas Savundaranayagam. This was followed by a felicitation ceremony honouring the retired priests and a session during which they shared their experiences and reflections from years of pastoral ministry.
Those honoured at the event were Rt. Rev. Dr. Thomas Savundaranayagam and Rev. Frs. Thevarajan, Iruthayathas, Thevasagayam, Montfort, Jeyaseelan, and Regi Rajeshwaran.
The event was also attended by the Vicar General of the Diocese of Jaffna, Rev. Fr. Josephthas Jebaratnam, who graced the occasion.
