Dubai: Surathkal Parishioners in UAE (ESPA) celebrated the feast of their patron Sacred Heart of Jes

By Sunil Pinto
Bellevision Media Network

Dubai, 03 July 2011: Surathkal Parishioners residing in the UAE celebrated the feast of Sacred Heart of Jesus on Friday the 01st of July, 2011 with great devotion and enthusiasm. This was yet another opportunity for the parishioners to unite as one family. The day started with all Parishioners attending the 10:00 am mass at St. Mary’s Church, Dubai and thereafter gathering at Quick Bite Restaurant, Deira, Dubai for the lunch followed with entertainment.

 

Socia Pinto took charge of the noon event from 12:30 pm who gave a brief introduction of the event followed with the prayer by Valerian D’ Almaida.  Wilson Crasta, Lancy D’Souza, Clara Pinto and team with their melodious voice sang a Hymn thanking Sacred Heart of Jesus.  Sunil Pinto, the President of ESPA (Emirates Surathkal Parishioners Association) delivered the welcome message.  Godfrey Misquith read the Prayerful Greetings sent by Fr. Antony Lobo, the Parish Priest, Surathkal.  Roydon Roche, the Secretary of ESPA read the Annual Report. Ashok D’Souza introduced the new members. At 01:30 pm traditional Mangalorean lunch was served.

 

 

 

After the lunch a number of short games were conducted by Valerian D’ Almaida that mesmerized the audience. Wilson Crasta, Alwyn D’Souza, Lancy D’Souza, Clara Pinto, Jyothi D’Souza, Pramila Roche, Olan Pinto and Calvina Pinto sang the manddo that was enjoyed by everyone present.  Fiona D’Souza, Joshua D’Souza and Ashlyn Sequeira attracted the attention of the gathering with their dance performance. A cultural show was presented by Roydon Roche and team.  A short General Body Meeting was also conducted and members expressed a desire to conduct similar programs in the future. A game of Housie was conducted by Lancy D’Souza. There was a session of Baila also with the youngsters enjoying to the core.

 

Pictures of the entire event were captured by Avil Pinto. The wonderfully organized function came to an end with a vote of thanks proposed by the Committee Advisor,  Charles Aranha who also expressed gratitude to all those who had helped directly or indirectly in making the occasion memorable.

 

The enthusiasm and cooperation of the Parishioners truly made the day memorable for all. It was 05:00 pm when all went home with fond memories in their mind that would cherish forever.