Sept 12, 2017: The cultural programe of the Family Feast began at 5.30 p.m. on 08-Sept-2017 in the Parish Community Hall.
The programe began with the prayer song by the Altar Servers. Soon after a short stage programe was held. Chief guest Episcopal Vicar Rev. Fr. Pius James, Guest of honour St. Joseph Monastry Rector Rev. Fr. Wilfred Rodrigues, Asst. Priest Fr. Ivan D’souza, Vice President Mr. Joseph Mascarenhas, Secretary Irene Pinto were then led to the stage by Parish Priest Fr. Shabas Crasta.
In the beginning secretary Mrs. Irene Pinto welcomed the gathering. Soon after that all those who were present on the dais offered flowers to Infant Mary. Fr. Pius James D’souza in his message stressed that in every family members should always come together, pray together and eat together. There should be always joy in the family. Parish Priest, Fr. Shabas Crasta thanked everyone for their whole hearted support and invited everyone to build a good parish community.
Soon after the prayer song Parish Choir sang the wishing song “Novench Jivon”. Few rib-tickling Jokes were performed by parish youth and ward members. 10 Wards & Parish Association members entertained everyone with a beautiful Konkani songs, dance as well as variety programs. The congregation was also treated to a meaningful family skit called “Nirdar”, written by Stella D’souza. Asst. Priest Fr. Ivan D’souza delivered the Vote of Thanks. Sweet vorn flavored with the blessed new corn was blessed by Fr. Wilfred Rodrigues. Lavina Pinto & Leslie D’cruz compered the programe. At the end, all were served with the traditional vegetarian meal with variety of vegetables and alu-dento and vorn recollecting the sweet memories of Novem Jevan.
