by Rositta Lawrence
KUWAIT, SEP 19, 2018: On September 14, a total of 116 altar servers of the St. Therese of the Child Jesus Parish, Salmiya Kuwait, were invited to attend a fun-filled afternoon of games and dancing hosted by the Salesian Cooperators, Kuwait unit.
The select group invited to the special felicitation programme, included both senior and junior altar servers, based on the points they accrued by faithfully serving or participating at Holy Mass, and regular attendance at meetings.
The Rector, Father Derek Misquitta, led the young lads in the opening prayer. While appreciating their dedicated service and blessing them, he also reminded them that after the priests, they were privileged to come closest to the altar to serve at Holy Mass. The Parish Priest, Father Blany Pinto, also thanked the youngsters for their service to the parish and encouraged them to always remain devoted and committed.
Each of the altar servers was awarded certificates for their commitment. The two top scorers among the seniors were Dilon Thomas 1129 points and Joseph Pereira 904 points; the two top scorers among the juniors were Antony Poriyathu 1108 points and Aaron James 574 points. These boys were especially appreciated for their dedication as revealed by the accumulation of the highest points during the year.
Wilma Almeida, a Salesian Cooperator, said, "The altar server's vocation is very special and unique as they are moulded by the Christian faith. They are the light to the world and hopefully, some of them will become priests one day".
The MCs, Raymond Rego and Vincent Rego kept the altar servers entertained with group games and spot prizes. The boys danced to the lively music provided by DJs Rupert and Theodore. The evening concluded with dinner and a blessing that the young altar servers may be faithful to the promises they have made and always follow Jesus Christ.