Fr Raj's Farewell to the People of the Rockhampton Diocese
Eight Years of Priestly Ministry in the Rockhampton Diocese
“I thank God each time I think of you, and when I pray for you, I pray with joy.” (Philippians)
I praise and thank God for the privilege of journeying in faith with you the Diocesan family. I am amazed at how time flies, it’s been already eight years since I began my ministry in Australia. I was welcomed into this Diocesan family by Emeritus Bishop Brian Heenan and Mons. John Grace, who was Vicar General at the time. To all in the Diocese, I would firstly like to say thank you for tolerating my weaknesses. This has helped me to do my best in this Diocese.
I would like to say thank you to my fantastic, amazing people, such as the wonderful Wandal women (www), for the opportunity to know you, share in your lives and to minister to you in your welcoming and vibrant communities over the last eight years. I've felt so loved in this Diocese of Rockhampton, Australia. Each one of you accepted me, supported me and encouraged me in my Priestly ministry among you. For all of these I'm thankful. Please continue to keep me in your prayers as I assure you of my prayers. I will miss you so much! Thank you so very much everybody!
Fr Raj Kodavatikanti HGN