Media release

Mangaluru, Mar 9: The annual catechism day was meaningfully celebrated on March 5, with the Way of the Cross followed by the Eucharistic celebration officiated by Fr Leo Lasrado rector of Gladsom Home and concelebrated by Fr Cyprian Pinto, the parish priest.

The children actively participated by taking the lead in the choir and liturgy. Following this, the second part of the programme was held in the new church auditorium. The programme commenced with a prayer song. Fr Leo Lasrado, the vocation coordinator presided over the programme along with the parish priest Fr Cyprian Pinto, vice president of the parish council Arun D’Souza, secretary Jyothi D’Souza, superior of Bethel convent Sr Joseph Mary, superior of the Aloysian Boys Home Sr Alphonsa and Jescintha Veigas, the catechism coordinator were the dignitaries on the dais.

A gracious and cheerful welcome was accorded to all the dignitaries by Jescintha Veigas, the catechism coordinator. Prize list was read by Babitha and Sr Royline. The prizes were distributed to the students for their good performance in the catechism exam and for securing 100 per cent attendance during the year.

Arun D’Souza vice president of the parish council delivered a meaningful speech. Catechism teachers were appreciated for their service and were given a gift as a token of love. Students from different classes performed value-based programmes for the audience.

Swedal and Janciya compered the programme. Vincent proposed the vote of thanks. Towards the end, a sumptuous lunch was served.