For most of us, Fr. Agnelo means Pilar. Did you know that Fr. Agnelo was died at Rachol Seminary Chapel whilst saying mass? Did you know Fr.Agnelo was first buried there (at Raitura Cemetery)? I think he remained buried there for about 11 years. His mortal remains were then shifted to Pilar.
Once can still see Fr. Agnelo's Tomb (not maintained at all, perhaps, forgotten by the church ?) See photo. The 'Sakristao' from Raitura church was kind enough to walk with us (about 10 minutes) up to the cemetery as its gate always remains closed/locked. We saw him running first (before us) only to clear up the mess on top of the tomb. It was full of dust and dry leaves etc. We saw him wiping the tomb with a cloth. (Even my mother's tomb was well maintained for up to 3 and a half years before some else was buried there) Many people from all over Goa go to Raitura Church every month (on last friday of the month i think) but it seems no one Visits Fr. Agnelo's Cemetery/Tomb (is it because they are not aware of it?) At Rachol Seminary, one can also see Fr.Agnelo's room where he stayed. See photo (his bed is also seen) http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/joegoauk/album?.dir=/47f2&.src=ph any problem viewing the photos, pl let me know. [EMAIL PROTECTED] for NRI related info... http://in.groups.yahoo.com/group/GOAN-NRI/ For info on Konkani VCDs (Films, Tiatr, Comedies and films on GOA...) http://konkani-vcd.swiki.net/1 ___________________________________________________________ How much free photo storage do you get? Store your holiday snaps for FREE with Yahoo! Photos http://uk.photos.yahoo.com
