The 102nd birthday of Servant of God Father Marian Zelazek – the Founder of Beatrix School, Karunalaya Leprosy Care Centre and Ishopanthi Ashram, Puri was celebrated with great love and nostalgia at Beatrix School on Thursday, 30th January, 2020.

The day began with a solemn Holy Mass at Ishopanthi Ashram thanking the Lord for the blessings received through Father Marian in the institutions established by him at Puri. The Holy Mass was officiated by Fr. Baptist D’ Souza, SVD, Director of Ishopanthi Ashram & Karunalaya. Floral tributes were offered at Father Marian Memorial at Karunalaya Office.