Kuwait: North Kanara Association Formed Amid Glittering Ceremony

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Daijiworld Media Network - Kuwait (SB)

Kuwait, May 28: Like-minded people from North Kanara under the guidance of Sr Carmel Ann gathered together at the Carmel School basement to form a first-ever Konkani speaking North Kanara Association in Kuwait on Friday May 27.

The event started with a formal introduction by compere of the day Vanessa and Alex, followed by lighting of lamp by Sam Alphonso and his wife, Sr Maria Lytta, Sr Carmel Ann and Joseph D’Souza.

Sr Carmel Ann read the message from bishop of Karwar Rev Derrick Fernandes. A prayer was led by Grace Fernandes along with hymns by Sera Alphonso and Aldrich Fernandes.

Sr Carmel Ann welcomed the gathering. Lady Sam Alphonso asked the gathering to be part of the association and lend a helping hand in good work.

She also asked everyone to remain grounded despite reaching a higher level. Don't forget the past days, she added.

Ramona Fernandes explained the purpose and formally announced the formation of the new association "North Kanara Association of Kuwait". This covers people from places like Karwar, Sirsi, Mundgod, Haliyal, Jorda, Siddapur, Ankola, Bhatkal, Dandeli, Yellapur, Kumta and Honnavar.

A short cultural programme was arranged in which Sera Alphonso, Arron Alphonso, Andrea D’Souza and Adrich Fernandes sung selected English numbers. Diego Borges, Alex and Johnny entertained the crowd with Konkani songs. A Konkani skit ‘Kazar Muje’ was staged by Mclean, Santhosh, Marshal, Ashu, Sheetal, Wilson and Blossom.

A housie-housie game too was played to keep the audience entertained. Joseph D’Souza thanked the gathering. The well-arranged programme concluded with delicious lunch.

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Francis Noronha, Mudkani-Honavar
Sun, Jun 05 2011
Congratulations Sr. Carmel Ann, who is the founder of this North Kanara Association 27th May 2011. and she brought all the people together to know eachothers. God Bless.

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lucas fernandes, karwar
Fri, Jun 03 2011
congratulations to sr carmel ann may her all wishes come true & all our north-kanara brothers &sister's come togethere & sterngthen our assocition ,may god bless all who has put thier hard efforts to make it success ,my prayers are allways with u all ,lets all be filled with peace ,love & unity

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Fr. Philip Roque, Mangalwad, Haliyal
Mon, May 30 2011
Congrtulations, not too late, you have come together now. work for the upliftment of your people. help us to reach the news of Karwar diocese through darshan to your people. all the best. Fr. Philip Roque

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Gracian & Merlyn Alfonso, Karwar/Canada
Sun, May 29 2011
Congratulations on the formation of a North Kanara Association in Kuwait. It surely is a proud moment for all Kanarites. We hope other Gulf States will follow the lead. Thanks to the committee. God Bless.

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RUDOLF BORGES, KARWAR/ABU DHABI
Sun, May 29 2011
CONGRATULATIONS
To all the members of the newly formed NORTH KANARA ASSOCIATION KUWAIT we wish you success in
keeping the banner of North Kanar
flying high in this part of the world.

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Catherine Diago Borges, Karwar/Kuwait
Sun, May 29 2011
At last the dream of North Kanarites is come true. I am sure that it will flourish & continue the good work that Mr Sam, Mable& Sr.Carmel Ann have initiated. Congratulations and May God bless this asscoiation. I am fully confident that this association will live long, as it is built on a strong foundation headed by Mr. Joseph D'Souza and his strong and energetic committee members .Our prayer and blessings always with you'll to carry on this association that was initiated and formed by Sis. Carmelin "her dream comes true".May each member work hard for the association. God Bless!!!

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Josephine Fernandes, Honnaver
Sun, May 29 2011
May this Association reach greater heights under the partonage of our God Father Mr. Sam Alphonso, Kuwait, and the holy blessings of His Excellency Rev. Bishop Derek Fernandes, Karwar, and all other well wishers around the globe...

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Josephine Fernandes, Honnaver
Sun, May 29 2011
May this Association reach greater heights under the partonage of our God Father Mr. Sam Alphonso, Kuwait, and the holy blessings of His Excellency Rev. Bishop Derek Fernandes, Karwar, and all other well wishers around the globe...

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Josephine Fernandes, Honnaver
Sun, May 29 2011
May this Association reach greater heights under the partonage of our God Father Mr. Sam Alphonso, Kuwait, and the holy blessings of His Excellency Rev. Bishop Derek Fernandes, Karwar, and all other well wishers around the globe...

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joseph Fernandes, kuwait
Sun, May 29 2011
Congratulations and May God bless this asscoiation. I am fully confident that this association will live forever as it is built on a firm stone that was laid by Mr. Sam Alphonso and headed by Mr. Joseph D'Souza and his strong committee members.Our prayer and blessings always with you'll to carryon this association that was initiated and formed by Sis. Carmelin "her dream comes true". She left a morable token of the North Kanarites Unity. God Bless!

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joseph Fernandes, kuwait
Sun, May 29 2011
Congratulations and May God bless this asscoiation. I am fully confident that this association will live forever as it is built on a firm stone that was laid by Mr. Sam Alphonso and headed by Mr. Joseph D'Souza and his strong committee members.Our prayer and blessings always with you'll to carryon this association that was initiated and formed by Sis. Carmelin "her dream comes true". She left a morable token of the North Kanarites Unity. God Bless!

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John Fernandes, Kuwait
Sun, May 29 2011
May Gods choicest blessings be on our very own Mr. Sam Alphonso, the abode of humility who has helped thousands in Kuwait and India, a noble person who helped in materializing this dream of mine come true..Thank you Sir and to all my other members of the association for electing me as the Vice President..Special thanks to Sr. Carmel Ann..May God Bless You Always and Hats Off to all others who are instrumental in building this Association...Long Live our Association and United We Stand..Forever..

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Anthony S. Gudhino, Karwar
Sun, May 29 2011
Glad to see our North Kanara Association in Kuwait. Congratulation and may God bless the founder and all the team members of this association who created our district image in Kuwait and finally made the dream come true.

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STEPEN ALMEIDA, KUMTA /ABU DHABI
Sun, May 29 2011
Congratulations!to all the lead organisers of North Kanara Association-Kuwait, Very Happy and impressed, united we stand & divided we fall.May God Bless us and keep us united where ever we are and where ever we go Spiritually & Socially. Praise God.

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Dr. Alister Fernandes/Pune D.Y Patel Medical College, Goa/Karwar
Sun, May 29 2011
Congratulations and May God bless this asscoiation. I am fully confident that this association will live forever as it is built on a firm stone that was laid by Mr. Sam Alphonso and headed by Mr. Joseph D'Souza and his strong committee members.Our prayer and blessings always with you'll to carryon this association that was initiated and formed by Sis. Carmelin "her dream comes true". She left a morable token of the North Kanarites Unity. God Bless!

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Sr.Millicent, Kundapura
Sat, May 28 2011
At last the dream of North Canarites is come true. I am sure that it will flourish and continue the good work that Mr Sam and Mable have bugun. May God Bless each and every member of North Canara, including Sr.Carmel Ann and the others, for taking this morst needed step.
Love and Blessings from
Sr.Millicent.A.C

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Ron & Juliet, Goa/Kuwait
Sat, May 28 2011
Our hearty congratulations and prayerful wishes to the Kuwait North Kanara Association, especially to Sr. Carmel Ann who spearheaded the project and to all the organisers under her leadership. May this association attain its objectives in the years to come! God Bless!

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Dr. Jacinta D'Souza, Mangalore
Sat, May 28 2011
Heartiest Congratulations to Sr. Maria Lytta, Sr. Carmel Ann, Mr. Sam Alphonso and the entire team for forming North Kanara Association in Kuwait. May it grow from strength to strength bringing joy and unity to all who form part of the Association.

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Bp.Peter Machado, Honavar, N.Kanara
Sat, May 28 2011
I am very happy to note that the North Kanarites have united themselves under one banner to show-case their unity, talents and achievements. Surely the help of Mr.Sam Alphonso in the past to sponsor many from N.Kanara for jobs in the Gulf cannot be forgotten. You have the blessings of your Bishop, Most Rev.Derek Fernandes and the former Bishop, Most Rev.William D'Mello to support and guide you. Do keep me too in your prayers. Sr.Carmel Ann AC has done well to take the lead to organise the N.Kanarites. Keep the association flag flying high !

Peter Machado
Bishop of Belgaum

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Alexpaul R Fernandes, Honavar.Karwar
Sat, May 28 2011
The Dream of Mr. Sam Alfonso has come true, We salute this simple man but who has rendered his marvelous service to the Development of Karwar Diocese through many great deeds by helping the more than 1000 of people get jobs in gulf and other region, aiding many youths and children to continue their higher education. Rendering his support in building Churches, Schools, Youth clubs and other social Activities.
He is a real Bright Shining Star of our Karwar Diocese .Let us all pray to the lord for good health and choicest blessings .
Sr.Carmell ann you have done a Great Job by taking lead to form this association. God Bless you too.
Alexpaul R Fernandes(Honavar)
Kuwait

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Alexpaul R Fernandes, Honavar.Karwar
Sat, May 28 2011
The Dream of Mr. Sam Alfonso has come true, We salute this simple man but who has rendered his marvelous service to the Development of Karwar Diocese through many great deeds by helping the more than 1000 of people get jobs in gulf and other region, aiding many youths and children to continue their higher education. Rendering his support in building Churches, Schools, Youth clubs and other social Activities.
He is a real Bright Shining Star of our Karwar Diocese .Let us all pray to the lord for good health and choicest blessings .
Sr.Carmell ann you have done a Great Job by taking lead to form this association. God Bless you too.
Alexpaul R Fernandes(Honavar)
Kuwait

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Austin Prabhu, Nantur/Chicago
Sat, May 28 2011
Congratulations to all the office bearers of newly formed North Kanara Association, Kuwait. May your dreams come true in serving North Kanarites and God Bless.

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Grace, Kuwait
Sat, May 28 2011
May this Association reach greater heights under the partonage of our God Father Mr. Sam Alphonso, Kuwait, and the holy blessings of His Excellency Rev. Bishop Derek Fernandes, Karwar, and all other well wishers around the globe...

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Max & Jessie Rasquinha, Mangalore, Houston/Dallas
Sat, May 28 2011
Congratulations to ths organizers of North Kanara Association, another additional feather to the bonnet of India in the Gulf region. Its nice to create more and more associations so long as we have the sufficient support, time and effort in addition to so many communal activities that keep sprouting throughout the Gulf region. Too many communal involvements might one day take away the momentum of enjoying the privilege of being "one UNITED India" outside our beloved country.

It is our sincere hope that all these community associations, both old and new, are all formulated and streamlined under one "India Culture Center" of Kuwait so that with the spirit of "All India United front" our country will enjoy a long lasting joint solidarity. This is purely a humble suggestion and observation which kindly accept in the good spirit that it is meant.

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Bishop Derek Fernandes, Karwar
Sat, May 28 2011
Congratulations! The dream of Mr. Sam Alphonso has come true. Thanks to Sr. Carmel Ann. See you all in Kuwait in September/October

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Lucy Flavia, Mumbai
Sat, May 28 2011
I pray to our Lord that this dream seed planted by Our Dear Sister CarmelAnn grows to become a mighty tree with the blessings of God Almighty under the maternal protection of Mother Mary and through the watering hands of all its members.God bless everybody who helped Sister to achieve this goal.

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Fr. Anthony Dias, Karwar/Rome
Sat, May 28 2011
Congratulations and May God bless you. I'm extremly happy at the birth of this association in Kuwait. It can be compared to birth of a child. I hope and believe that all members of this association will dedicate themselves to make grow this child. I congratulate Sr. Carmel, Mr. Sam Alphonso and others for taking genuine interest in forming this group. My blessings and prayers are always with you. May God be with you.
Fr. Anthony Dias.

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Sandra, Karwar
Fri, May 27 2011
Congratulations! Sr. Carmel Ann, the team and all the people of North Kanara gathered here. Happy to know about the new association. May the Lord bless all your efforts and keep us all united under the guidance of His Spirit filled with love, peace and joy.

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Francis Noronha, Mudkani-Honavar

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Fr. Philip Roque, Mangalwad, Haliyal

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RUDOLF BORGES, KARWAR/ABU DHABI

Catherine Diago Borges, Karwar/Kuwait

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Josephine Fernandes, Honnaver

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joseph Fernandes, kuwait

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John Fernandes, Kuwait

Anthony S. Gudhino, Karwar

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Sr.Millicent, Kundapura

Ron & Juliet, Goa/Kuwait

Dr. Jacinta D'Souza, Mangalore

Bp.Peter Machado, Honavar, N.Kanara

Alexpaul R Fernandes, Honavar.Karwar

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Austin Prabhu, Nantur/Chicago

Grace, Kuwait

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