PANJIM, April 22 -- Team Herald

The Missionaries of Charity headquarters in Kolkata has confirmed that it has decided to close its operations in Panjim after finding it difficult to continue services because of a sharp decline on vocations. For nearly 50 years, the Sisters have operated in the Capital from a building in St Inez, owned by

Assistencia Goa.

"It is after much prayer and discernment that we have decided to close our house in Panjim. We are grateful to God who brought Mother Teresa and Assistencia Goa together for the purpose of serving His poorest of the poor in Panjim. Since 1976, it has been our privilege in Panjim to serve our brothers and sisters suffering from material want, physical infirmities and spiritual needs," S...