Report by Canute Moras
Photographs: Prakash D'Souza
St. Francis Xavier a
renowned saint for the Konkan Catholic Community is the Patron of Udayavara
Church. The annual feast of our saint is celebrated as the Parish Feast,
popularly known as the “Vodlem Festh” on the first Wednesday of December.
Coinciding with this event Udyavarites celebrated
the feast in UAE on Friday November 30 at the Karama hotel, Dubai.
'Udyavarites' is an association of Udyavara
Parishioners and their families residing in UAE. The association in its 13
years of existence has been hosting this annual feast every year since its
inception.
The event
eagerly awaited by many has been an occasion for camaraderie, togetherness, fun
and frolic and that spirit has lived on this year as well.
Robin, Donald, Jenifer and Agnes At Registration Desk
The programme commenced with prayer invoking
God’s blessings and a hymn to our patron saint by group of sweet young girls of
Udyavarites followed by Bible reading.
Nisha Sequeira and Monica Waldar Sining A Konkani Duet
Young Udyavarites Singing Hymn of Patron Saint
Mariet Reading Word of God
President Gilbert D'Sa Addressing The Gathering
Our president Gilbert D’sa welcomed the gathering
and thanked the sponsors and audience for the continuous support given to the
association since beginning. He reiterated the mission and objectives of the
association in helping the poor, needy and community works back home.
Jenifer Soares At Sponsors Felicitation
Our Generous Sponsors
The sponsors' felicitation was conducted by Jenifer Suares. Sponsors were felicitated on the occasion for
their generosity and support.
Singer Joseph Mathias with Wilson Singing "Ami Dogi Sezara"
Comedians Jeffrey and Veena Performing A Skit
The programme was a potboiler of skits, dance,
live music, songs, spot prizes and many more. The veteran team of artists
comprising of Jeffery, Joacky, Vivian, Robert and Donald presented a great
treat of four hilarious skits and captivated the whole audience with laughter. The skits were co-ordinated by Robert.
Natasha, Andria, Jevica and Elisha All Set To Dance
The all girls
team of Natasha, Andrea, Elisha, Elena and Jevica performed an
enthralling Bollywood Remix dance.
Jingle Bells Jingle Bells Jingles All The Way
Andrea With Carol Singing Team
As it the period of Advent and Christmas is on
the horizon, carol singing and a Santa Claus show was performed. The event was
interspersed with many spot prizes and the audience showed lively
participation.
A live band led by Rosal Sequeira and
vocalist Wilson and Nisha. Monica Valder, Joseph Mathias and others rendered
their Vocal support and spiced up the event.
They sang melodies chosen from famous singers and
culminating the event with a baila dance which kept the crowd grooving. As
usual a lotto draw was arranged by Raphael Dsouza and vote of thanks was
delivered by Renita D'Souza.
Packed Audience Having Good Time
Udyavarites Fabella Singing A Konkani Song
Comedians Jeffrey and Donna
Robert and Jeffrey Performing A Skit
Wilson, Uttam, Rosal, Monica and Nisha
Santa's Grand Entry Into Hall
Young Udyavarites On Stage For A Photograph
Renowned MC Uttam Menezes managed the complete
show with great finesse and ensured total entertainment.
Karma Hotel management served a delicious lunch
buffet and satiated the taste buds of all. They organized the party hall and
serviced to everyone’s satisfaction.
The audience strength of about 175 completely
enjoyed the show and gave encouraging reviews.
Udyavarites president and the committee members
expressed their gratitude to one and all for their continuous support.
