Very Rev. Fr Denis Moras Prabhu, Former Vicar General, Chaplain at White Doves passes away at 84

MANGALURU, MARCH 16: The Diocese of Mangalore mourns the passing of the Very Rev. Fr Denis Moras Prabhu, who breathed his last due to old age on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 1:25 p.m. Fr Prabhu, aged 84, served as the Chaplain at White Doves Psychiatric Nursing & Destitute Home in Maroli, Mangaluru.

Fr Denis Moras Prabhu, born to Francis Moras and Juan Pereira on May 8, 1940, hailed from Bajpe. He was ordained priest for the diocese of Mangalore on December 5, 1967.

Fr Prabhu’s priestly journey spanned over five decades, characterized by an unwavering commitment to his pastoral duties and dedicated service to the Church.

Starting as an Assistant Parish Priest in Madanthyar in 1968, Fr Prabhu’s leadership qualities led to various significant appointments, including a teaching role in Shirva from 1969 to 1971. He served as the Assistant Director at St Antony’s Ashram, Jeppu, and as the Vocation Director for the Diocese from 1973 to 1975.

Recognizing his calibre, Fr Prabhu was entrusted with responsibilities such as Vocation Chairman of Karnataka and Secretary of CBE from 1975 to 1985. His contributions extended to directing the Family Life Service Centre from 1977 to 1986.

Fr Prabhu’s pastoral care extended across various parishes, where he served as Parish Priest in Milagres (1985-1993), Permude (1993-1996), and Urwa (1996-2001). His leadership qualities were further acknowledged when he assumed the role of Chancellor of the Diocese from 2001 to 2008.

In recognition of his exemplary service, Fr Prabhu was appointed as the Vicar General and Director of St Antony Institution, Jeppu, from 2008 to 2018. After his retirement in 2018, he served as chaplain White Doves Psychiatric Nursing & Destitute Home, Maroli, Mangaluru.

Fr Prabhu’s journey concluded under the care of White Doves in Mangalore leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and selflessness. His memory will endure in the hearts of those touched by his kindness, wisdom, and unwavering devotion to his calling.

His Funeral Mass and Burial Service will be held on Wednesday 20.03.2024 at 5.00 p.m. in St Joseph’s Church, Bajpe.

 

Assignments and Pastoral Appointments

No

Year

Designation

Place

01

1968 – 1969

Assistant Parish Priest

Madanthyar

02

1969 – 1971

Teacher

Shirva

03

1971 – 1975

Asst. Director

St. Antony’s

04

1973 – 1975

Vocation Director Diocese

 

05

1975 – 1977

Vocation Chairman of Karnataka

 

06

1975 – 1985

Secretary

CBE

07

1977 – 1986

Director  

Family Life Service Centre 

08 

1985 – 1993 

Parish Priest 

Milagres 

09 

1993 – 1996 

Parish Priest 

Permude 

10 

1996 – 2001 

Parish Priest 

Urwa 

11 

2001 – 2008 

Chancellor of Diocese 

 

12 

2008 -2018

Vicar General & Director 

St. Antony Institution, Jeppu  

 13

 2018-

Retired

White Doves, Mangalore

 

2024 March 16

Expired

 

 

Video: The Inspiring Life Story of Very Rev. Fr Denis Moras Prabhu

 https://youtu.be/E2UZr66e_rU

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