Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo of Udupi Retires After Decade of Service
By ETF Desk
In a solemn ceremony held at the Udupi Cathedral, Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo officially retired, ending his tenure as the shepherd of the Syro-Malabar Catholic community in the region.
Dr. Lobo, who was consecrated as bishop in 2009, served the diocese for over a decade, overseeing numerous outreach programs, initiating youth ministries, and fostering interfaith dialogue in coastal Karnataka. His leadership has been noted for strengthening parish infrastructure and promoting social welfare initiatives.
The retirement marks a significant transition for the local faithful, who will look to the church hierarchy to appoint a new bishop who can continue Lobo’s legacy of inclusive and compassionate ministry. The diocesan council has begun the process of selecting a successor while honoring the contributions of the outgoing bishop. Source: Google News – Udupi.