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Dec 22 : St Francis Xavier Church in association with ICYM Bejai on the occasion of Christmas, organized 'A December To Remember '- various Christmas competitions for the children of Bejai Parish such as Fancy Dress for children from Standard 1st to 3rd, Greeting Card competition for children from Standard 4th to 7th, Face Mask Making Competition for children from Standard 8th to 10th. These competitions were conducted in the SFX hall from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on 18th December 2022. Rules for these competitions were given with respect to each of the competitions.

Rev Fr Vincent Sequeira - the chief guest , Rev Fr Suraj Lobo-ICYM asst director, Rev Fr Santhosh D'Souza and Deacon Avinash Pais - judges for the competition, PPP President Mr Ashok Pinto, PPP Secretary Mrs Preethi Gomes, ICYM animators Mr Rohan Sequeira and Sr Cicilia Crasta, ICYM President Miss Carol Santhumayor, ICYM Secretary Miss Alisha Lincy Rego were present on the dais. ICYM members were present to volunteer.

ICYM President Miss Carol Santhumayor welcomed each and everyone present there. The competition began with a Prayer Song by the ICYM members. The MC for the formal program was Miss Arel D'Souza. The photography incharge was given to Lawrence D'Souza. Vote of thanks was done by Vion Lloyd Lobo. Fr Santhosh D'Souza and Deacon Avinash Pais were the judges for all the competitions. Fr Vincent Sequeira - the chief guest for the day gave a meaningful speech. The event was inaugurated by bursting the balloon on which the name of the event was written.

A total of 50 children took part in the competition, out of which 9 children took part in Fancy Dress competition, 37 children took part in Greeting Card Making Competition and 4 children took part in Face Mask Making Competition. Consolation Prizes were given to all the children for their participation in these competitions. The prizes will be announced during the New year's Eve mass.

All the children portrayed their skills of creativity and art in a unique way. Truely, this competition helped many children to spot their talent of art and creativity.

ICYM members took an active part in volunteering the event under the Leadership of The Executive Committee and with the support of all Members.