Msgr Martin Sirju pays tribute to Sparrow’s legacy at NAPA ceremony

Msgr. Martin Sirju, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Port of Spain, honored the legacy of Slinger Francisco, known as The Mighty Sparrow, during a ceremony at the National Academy for the Performing Arts in Port of Spain on Friday, October 16.

During the event, Msgr. Sirju delivered Scripture readings from Luke 12:4-7 and offered a prayer based on Psalm 98. He expressed condolences to the family of the calypso singer and described Francisco as a local, regional, and international icon.

Msgr. Sirju noted that Francisco's music addressed diverse subjects, including World War II, Caribbean pride, education, domestic violence, and the history of slavery. He credited the musician with mentoring young calypsonians and producing songs that encouraged people to work toward a better Trinidad and Tobago.