Deceased
REV. FR. EUGENE MOON LAZARUS (1964-2025)

Rev. Fr. Eugene Moon Lazarus was born on October 21, 1964 in Wazirpura, Agra, to Mr. Lenus Lazarus and Mrs Josephine Lazarus.

As a young boy, Eugene was a parishioner of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Agra. From his early days he was deeply prayerful and gentle in his behaviour with all. Having completed his high school studies, stirred by the Holy Spirit and a deep personal desire to become a priest, young Eugene joined St. Lawrence Minor Seminary, Agra on 18th July 1984. He completed his philosophical and theological studies from St. Joseph’s Regional Seminary, Allahabad.

Affectionately known to many as “Moon Bhai”, he was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Agra on 1st May 1994.

Over the course of 31 years, Fr. Moon served the Archdiocese of Agra with humility, dedication and a heart full of love for God and His people. He served as Diocesan Youth Director, Editor in Chief of Agradiance (Archdiocesan News Letter), Parish Priest, Professor and most dearly, as Spiritual Director at St. Lawrence Minor Seminary, mentoring seminarians with patience, insight and deep care. St. Fidelis Church, Aligarh, Nishkalanka Mata Church, Jaith, St. Francis Xavier’s Regional Seminary, Etmadpur are some of the stations where Fr. Moon had served.

After a prolonged illness and thirteen days of intensive care at Ganga Ram City Hospital, New Delhi, Fr. Moon was called to his eternal reward on 9th July, 2025. Following the funeral service, his mortal remains were buried in the Cathedral Campus in Agra on 10th July, 2025.

Fr. Moon was known for his missionary spirit, his ability to animate the youth and his love for the Church. He led with quiet strength, often preferring the background while inspiring others to step forward in faith. His joyful presence, compassionate listening and reflective wisdom touched many across generations. He endeared the people of all religions and denominations in Agra. He stood as a uniting force among the many religious groups in Agra commanding respect and love from leaders of all walks of life.

The Archdiocese of Agra offers heartfelt condolences to the family of Fr. Moon. May his example remain alive in our hearts and continue to inspire our priestly and Christian lives. We commend his soul to the infinite mercy of God and unite in prayer for the repose of his soul.

May his soul rest in peace!

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