St. Sebastian Church Bendur spread the message and joy of Christmas through cultural program on 25th December at 6 pm in church hall.
The program began with a prayer dance performed by Ms. Shane. Mr. Stephen Pinto, Vice President welcomed the gathering. V Rev Fr Vincent Monteiro, Parish priest of Bendur , Assistant Parish Priests Rev Fr Nelson Peris and Rev. Fr. Ashwin Crasta , Vice President Mr. Stephen Pinto and Secretary Mrs Mavis Rodrigues were present for the function.
Santa Claus arrived in a scooter and filled the entire crowd with joy and distributed sweets to children’s. CAL, YCS and Choir members danced to the tunes with their enchanting rhythmic steps.
Mr. Leon, Ms. Sasha, Mr. Ozzie and Mr Terrence entertained the audience with a feast of selected popular Konkani songs. CAL members presented a comedy skit. The members of Ferns zone performed a skit with songs.
Konkan Kalashree Mr. Claud Dsouza entertained the gathering with a splendid performance supported by other artists and musicians from our parish.
Mr. Melwyn Peris compered the program. Youth and cultural committee members took the initiative in organising the program.
The celebrations brought positive and festival cheer among the parishioners of Bendur.