Media Release

Los Angeles, Sep 11: Mangalurean Catholic families in Los Angeles area, known as ‘Mangala Mela’ celebrated Monthi Fest with religious fervor and gaiety at St Cyril’s Church hall, Encino, CA on Sunday September 6.

The service began at 5.30 pm with a prayer by Fr Cyprian Carlo at the grotto. Thereafter all the children and adults showered flowers to Mother Mary to the beautiful tune of Sokkod Sangatha Mellyan and Moriyek Hogolsiyan by the choir. Fr Cyprian Carlo and visiting priest Fr Valerian Menezesfrom Mangaluru led the Holy Eucharistic celebration in English and Konkani and hymns too were sung in English & Konkani by the choir.

Appetizers were served immediately thereafter and it was time for some entertainment. Member’s children presented variety of entertainment in the form of music, songs and dance.Games for children were also held. Traditional and sumptuous vegetarian dinner was served to all, which was prepared by all the families present at the event. It was a well organized family event enjoyed by one and all.