From Dr Maxim D'Costa

Sep 13: Konkans living in Aberdeen celebrated ‘Monthi Festh’ on 10th September 2016 at St.Francis of Assisi Church, Manofield, Aberdeen. Canon Barry celebrated the holy mass.

All sang melodious konkani hymns led Ashwitha Baretto and Prakash Benis.

After the mass, the congregation proceeded to the hall singing ‘Sakkod Sangatha Melyan’.

Fr Barry blessed the new corn. Sr Hulda along with other 2 sisters of the convent cut the cake while everyone sang happy birthday to Mother Mary.

Ashwitha, Sheya, Shani, Riva and Calvin presented various entertainment items.

Dr Maxim D’Costa compered the event, and organised vegetable auction which raised Rs 75000 for charity.

Rev Hugh Gilbert, Bishop of Aberdeen, graced the occasion and blessed the food.

All gathered enjoyed vegetarian meal which included delicacies like ‘Pathrode’ and ‘vorn’.

Prakash Benis welcomed the gathering, and Roshan led the prayer before serving the new corn. Whole event was well organised by Juliana D’Costa.