Udupi/M’Belle: St. Francis Xavier Ward II honours their Patron Saint with festive fervour


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By Eugene DSouza
Bellevision Media Network

Udupi/M’Belle, 05 Dec 2014: The members of St. Francis Xavier II Ward joined together as one family in celebrating the feast of their patron saint with devotion and fervour on Friday, 5 December 2014 at 5.30 pm at the residence of Joseph Martis. Rev. Fr. Paul Sequeira, Principal of St. Lawrence PU College, Moodubelle celebrated the feast Mass.

 

During homily, Rev. Fr. Paul Sequeira, in a unique way of interaction with the ward members  brought to light the importance of Eucharistic celebration which should bring joy and happiness among the participants. He also stressed on the fact that one should live a fruitful life. He continued saying that many people struggle throughout their lives to better their lot, but fail to live a fruitful and meaningful life. He said that life is priceless and living it meaningfully makes it noble. Recalling the life of St. Francis Xavier, Rev. Fr. Paul Sequeira emphasized on the fact that  the missionary of India lived a fruitful life spreading the good news to the people.

 

Rev. Fr. Victor Fernandes (OFM Cap) from Assisi Nilaya was present for the feast Mass.

 

Following the end of Mass, a brief stage programme was held. Besides, Rev. Fr. Paul Sequeira, Rev. Fr. Roshan D’Souza, Assistant Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Reginald Pinto, Director of ‘Sampada’ Udupi Diocese and Rev. Fr. P. Raj, Principal of St. Lawrence English Medium High School, Sr. Laveena and Sr, Wilma as well as Mrs. Sobina Martis, Gurkarn of St. Francis Xavier II Ward were present.

 

 

 

Following the welcome address by Joseph Martis, Baby Shandrila Lobo presented a beautiful dance. The report of the ward activities for the last year  was read by the Secretary, Mrs. Philomena Noronha. Rev. Fr. Roshan D’Souza in his message appreciated the unity and cooperation among all the members of the ward. Eva Martis presented a record dance and also conducted the Bible Quiz. Master Preetam Noronha cracked jokes and Joseph Martis, Mrs. Jacintha Martis and Mrs. Sobina Martis enacted a short skit.

 

Rev. Fr. P. Raj  distributed prizes to the winners of the Bible Quiz. Rev. Fr. Paul Sequeira entertained the ward members with a funny song.

 

Rev. Fr. Reginald Pinto recited the grace before the meal. Gurkarn Mrs. Sobina Martis proposed the vote of thanks. The entire programme was compeered by Mrs. Jacintha Lobo.

 

The dinner prepared by the members of the ward was served to all the participants in the feast.

 

The entire feast mass and  entertainment programme was very well organized by the cooperation of all the members of St. Francis Xavier II Ward.

 

 

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