Carasala became a U.S. citizen in 2011, while retaining his status as an overseas citizen of India.
The current archbishop of Kansas City in Kansas, Joseph Naumann, in an April 3 Facebook post, called Carasala “a devoted and zealous pastor who faithfully served our Archdiocese for over twenty years, including as dean of the Nemaha-Marshall region. His love for Christ and His Church was evident in how he ministered to his people with great generosity and care. His parishioners, friends, and brother priests will deeply miss him.”
A person listed as a Facebook friend of Carasala wrote, “Fr. Arul was more than just a priest—he was a gentle soul, a humble servant, and a shining example of what it means to live a life rooted in faith and love. As an Indian friend priest, I cannot begin to express the pride I felt in knowing someone so deeply spiritual, down to earth, and selflessly committed to his people.”
This story includes reporting by The Associated Press and was originally published here.
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