Loreen Fernandes
VIRAR, FEBRUARY 3, 2010: The celebration of the feast of Don Bosco on January 31, 2010 marked the culmination of the solemn novenas at Resurrection Church, Virar in honor of our founder. The festive mass was celebrated by Fr. Edison Fernandes currently based in Nasik. In his homily, he enunciated 7 principles on sound parenting with relevant examples from the life of Mama Margaret and Don Bosco.
The spectacular celebration that followed in the evening on the church ground, was aptly entitled BOSCO BONDING – 2010. The brain child of Fr. Edwin Colaco, the aim behind the get-together was to provide an evening of enjoyment to each parishioner, especially the economically disadvantaged therefore, the cost was borne by the church.
The novelty of the concept and the meticulous planning that went into the event ensured a huge turnout of parishioners. Children, youth, adults and seniors came in large numbers. There were 1050 parishioners for the programme which began with the wedding march and this set the ball rolling for an evening of fun and dance. A round of housie preceded the delicious meal provided for all.
Every parishioner experienced an overwhelming sense of gratitude to our Parish team – Fr. Blany and Fr. Edwin for their thoughtfulness and generosity.