He was speaking after inaugurating the centenary celebrations - valedictory functions of the Catholic Association of South Kanara (CASK) here on Sunday. "The CASK could look into expanding its areas of work from health and education to skill development and employment generation. Every contribution, irrespective of its scale, would go some way in addressing this scourge of poverty which afflicts a very large percentage of our population," Ansari said.
As the CASK completes a hundred years of existence, it must be commended for establishing itself as a vibrant institution for promoting general welfare of not only the Manglorean Catholic community but all segments of society in this region, he said.
"The contribution of the Christian church in social and charitable work in our country, especially in education and health sectors, has been particularly noteworthy. The CASK has carried forward the rich legacy of selfless public service inspired by the message of Jesus Christ who over two thousand years ago spread the truth of fundamental unity of mankind and preached the cherished human values of love, compassion, forgiveness and charity. It is for this message that Mahatma Gandhi called Jesus Christ the greatest teacher humanity has ever had," Ansari said lauding the achievements of CASK.
"I understand that the Association has provided valued services to the people in the field of health and education, especially to the deprived and marginalised sections of society, irrespective of religion, caste or creed. It has also focussed on supporting the local culture, including Konkani language and literature, music and fine arts. Above all, it has been an effective vehicle for uniting the community and providing it a coherent voice on issues of interest and concern," Ansari said.
"Members of the community are fully integrated in the national mainstream. They have served the nation with great distinction in every sphere of life. The Christian faith has strengthened our secular fabric and enriched our composite Indian identity," he added.
Mangalore Diocese Bishop Rev Aloysius Paul D'Souza said that the growth of Catholic community is a catalyst for the growth of other communities in the region too.
Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Rudabhai Vala lauding the services of Mother Teresa, called up Catholic community members to educate and help the poor children.
Minister of forest, environment and ecology B Ramanath Rai, former ambassador and secretary, ministry of external affairs Eric Gonsalves, Karnataka Circle chief postmaster general MS Ramanujan, CASK president Derek Lobo and secretary JP Menezes were guests.
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