Nov 12 : ICYM Borimar unit celebrated children's day on 10 November 2024. The programme was organized at church premises following the catechism class at 10am.
The event began with the breakfast for all the attendees. Programme commenced with prayer song led by ICYM members. The ICYM president warmly welcomed the gathering. The dignitaries on the dais include Rev. Fr. Naveen Prakash Dsouza, Parish priest; Elias Pereira, coordinator of all commissions; Pragyan Dsouza and Viyona Dias, children of parish; Princita Dsouza, Unit president; Vinisha Mascarenhas, Unit Secretary. It was formally inaugrated by the children of the parish. ICYM secretary shared her views on the significance of the day. Then Rev. Fr. Naveen Prakash Dsouza delivered his presidential speech. ICYM member, Viyon Pais rendered vote of thanks. Babita Lasrado served as MC for the day.
After the formal programme ICYM members organized an action song where the children participated with great enthusiasm and energey. Following the song Joyson Emmanuel D'Souza - ICYM Puttur Deanery President, Mahim Monteiro ICYM Puttur Unit Member, Lianna Rodrigues Ex- ICYM Mangalore Diocesan PRO 23-24 conducted the games for everyone.
Later lunch was served to all. The afternoon section was filled with outdoor games. At 4pm the event concluded with a distribution of prizes to all the children, followed by a refreshing Icecream treat to cap off the day.