SWAK CELEBRATES ‘SWAK RUPYALO SAMBRAM’ ON JANUARY 17, 2020
The musical evening began with the formal introduction and welcome by Lionel D'Souza followed by prayer by Clifford D’Souza. A slide show was presented on late Fr Mahesh D'Souza after a minute's silence for his soul. President Alban D'Souza welcomed the gathering with his presidential welcome speech. Fr Noel Vinay Almeida, Fr Antony Lopez, Fr Alwyn D'Souza and Valerian Maxim D'Sa along with president and committee members lit the lamp and released the souvenir to mark the event. SWAK Silver Jubilee song was sung by Konkani’s Golden Voice Rony D'Cunha and Jasmine D'Cunha which was composed by Melwyn Peris.
The era of music by visiting artists started with song ‘Tuzo Mog Maka Zala’ and continued with mind blowing songs Kalliz Lasta, Ye Ye Cathrina, WhatsApp Facebook, Turbenth Vazta, Choli, Chandrem Udevn Ailo, Nach Mogacho, Vishwasi Mog, Sobith Choli (Chakka), Chedun Bomboichen, Soro Koincho, Udi Udi, Wilma Maria, Ami Dogi Xezara, Konkani Kalakaran. The gathered music-lovers enjoyed every moment of the program. The evening was filled with superb soul stirring music, songs, style and performances by visiting artists to the tune of music directed by A R Rahman of Konkani music Adrian Gomes and team.
The audience were treated to a laughter feast by the comedians Lionel D'Souza, Sunny Menezes, Anil Menezes, Renny Menezes, Melwyn Peris and Jerry Rasquinha adding a generous dose of humour during the intervals that kept the crowd rolling with laughter. Audience thoroughly enjoyed foot tapping dances by Jhankaar Dance Academy and Jovas XLNC.
Past presidents of SWAK Francis Menezes, Nitin Castelino, Adrian Gomes, Anil Menezes, Urban DSouza, Clifford DSouza, Alwyn D’Souza and Alban D'Souza were remembered and honoured during the event. Sponsors, SWAK representatives, musicians, artists and media personals were also honoured.
Konkani’s A R Rahman, Music Maestro Adrian Gomes was conferred with title ‘Sangeeth Kunvar’. He was honoured with citation, shawl, peta, flowers and fruits. His wife Anita, and children Alister, Alston and Alisha were present during the event. Adrian Gomes is originally from Shirva and past president of SWAK. He has given music in all south Indian languages and Hindi shows in India, Kuwait and other Gulf countries.
Shabitha Felcita D'Souza delivered vote of thanks. The musical show was well compered by Jerry Rasquinha. Soulful music was directed by Music Maestro Adrian Gomes (Keyboards / Trumpet, Music Director) along with Alston Gomes (Lead Rhythm Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Alto/Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet & Violin), Sajeeb Kumar (Dholak, Tumba & Bongo), Sony Francis (Digital Drums), Manoj Talassery (Bass Guitar). The stage, Sound and Lightings were provided by Waves Event Engineering (Anand D'Souza). The programme came to an end with Baila Song and dance by audience.
Anil Lobo Fermai, the young and dynamic chairman of MCC Bank, addressed the gathering to explain the growth and mission of the bank. He urged NRIs to support the community bank.
The program was sponsored by Lawrence D’Souza - Caesars Group of Companies, Khorafi Plastic Industries Company, Keentech Electrical Contracting Co, United Steel Factory, Avanti Palace Restaurant Co, Mandavi Real Estate Developers, MCC Bank Ltd, Mera Wealth Management Services, Exotique Ladies – Hair & Beauty Salon, The Himalaya Drug Company, Hamad Saleh Al-Homaizi Grandsons Pharma Co, Diyab Mohd. Haji Est – General Trading &Contracting, Prakash Gonsalves & Family, TEC Engineering and National Engineering for Elevators
With the motto ‘People Caring for People’ SWAK a non-profit charitable organization came into existence on 16th December 1994 with the support from some generous expats in Kuwait. Ever since its inception SWAK has generously contributed for the poor children education fund, aid for students in professional colleges, medical aid and other aid such as helping for the marriage of females from poor families, financial support towards electricity connection and construction or repair of houses for the needy, helped poor families for the funeral expenses. This event marked the completion of SWAK’s 25 years of meritorious service towards the social cause and upliftment of the deprived families. The proceeds of this event will go towards the welfare funding of SWAK’s charitable activities, especially the upbringing of poor children, in the field of education by funding school fees and uniform, providing financial help to improve the living conditions by repairing dilapidated homes and giving medical assistance by sharing their monetary burden to combat their illnesses.
The era of music by visiting artists started with song ‘Tuzo Mog Maka Zala’ and continued with mind blowing songs Kalliz Lasta, Ye Ye Cathrina, WhatsApp Facebook, Turbenth Vazta, Choli, Chandrem Udevn Ailo, Nach Mogacho, Vishwasi Mog, Sobith Choli (Chakka), Chedun Bomboichen, Soro Koincho, Udi Udi, Wilma Maria, Ami Dogi Xezara, Konkani Kalakaran. The gathered music-lovers enjoyed every moment of the program. The evening was filled with superb soul stirring music, songs, style and performances by visiting artists to the tune of music directed by A R Rahman of Konkani music Adrian Gomes and team.
The audience were treated to a laughter feast by the comedians Lionel D'Souza, Sunny Menezes, Anil Menezes, Renny Menezes, Melwyn Peris and Jerry Rasquinha adding a generous dose of humour during the intervals that kept the crowd rolling with laughter. Audience thoroughly enjoyed foot tapping dances by Jhankaar Dance Academy and Jovas XLNC.
Past presidents of SWAK Francis Menezes, Nitin Castelino, Adrian Gomes, Anil Menezes, Urban DSouza, Clifford DSouza, Alwyn D’Souza and Alban D'Souza were remembered and honoured during the event. Sponsors, SWAK representatives, musicians, artists and media personals were also honoured.
Konkani’s A R Rahman, Music Maestro Adrian Gomes was conferred with title ‘Sangeeth Kunvar’. He was honoured with citation, shawl, peta, flowers and fruits. His wife Anita, and children Alister, Alston and Alisha were present during the event. Adrian Gomes is originally from Shirva and past president of SWAK. He has given music in all south Indian languages and Hindi shows in India, Kuwait and other Gulf countries.
Shabitha Felcita D'Souza delivered vote of thanks. The musical show was well compered by Jerry Rasquinha. Soulful music was directed by Music Maestro Adrian Gomes (Keyboards / Trumpet, Music Director) along with Alston Gomes (Lead Rhythm Guitar, Trumpet, Trombone, Alto/Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet & Violin), Sajeeb Kumar (Dholak, Tumba & Bongo), Sony Francis (Digital Drums), Manoj Talassery (Bass Guitar). The stage, Sound and Lightings were provided by Waves Event Engineering (Anand D'Souza). The programme came to an end with Baila Song and dance by audience.
Anil Lobo Fermai, the young and dynamic chairman of MCC Bank, addressed the gathering to explain the growth and mission of the bank. He urged NRIs to support the community bank.
The program was sponsored by Lawrence D’Souza - Caesars Group of Companies, Khorafi Plastic Industries Company, Keentech Electrical Contracting Co, United Steel Factory, Avanti Palace Restaurant Co, Mandavi Real Estate Developers, MCC Bank Ltd, Mera Wealth Management Services, Exotique Ladies – Hair & Beauty Salon, The Himalaya Drug Company, Hamad Saleh Al-Homaizi Grandsons Pharma Co, Diyab Mohd. Haji Est – General Trading &Contracting, Prakash Gonsalves & Family, TEC Engineering and National Engineering for Elevators
With the motto ‘People Caring for People’ SWAK a non-profit charitable organization came into existence on 16th December 1994 with the support from some generous expats in Kuwait. Ever since its inception SWAK has generously contributed for the poor children education fund, aid for students in professional colleges, medical aid and other aid such as helping for the marriage of females from poor families, financial support towards electricity connection and construction or repair of houses for the needy, helped poor families for the funeral expenses. This event marked the completion of SWAK’s 25 years of meritorious service towards the social cause and upliftment of the deprived families. The proceeds of this event will go towards the welfare funding of SWAK’s charitable activities, especially the upbringing of poor children, in the field of education by funding school fees and uniform, providing financial help to improve the living conditions by repairing dilapidated homes and giving medical assistance by sharing their monetary burden to combat their illnesses.
SWAK To Hold ‘SWAK Rupyalo Sambram’ On January 17, 2020 For A Good Cause.
Kuwait: Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK) is back with yet another musical extravaganza for Konkani Music lovers in this largest event of the year, “SWAK Rupyalo Sambram” slated to be held in Kuwait on 17th January 2020, at American International School, Maidan Hawally Kuwait at sharp 4:30 pm.
This event promises to be 4 hours of non-stop entertainment with a variety of lively enthralling melodious songs contributed by Konkani singers of the different generations on one stage for the first time in Kuwait to bring more excitement among the Konkani music lovers. The performing superstars of this gala event are Sangeeth Samrat - Henry D’Souza, Yodling King - Melwyn Peris, Konkan Kalashree – Claud Dsouza, Heartthrob of Konkani – Prajoth D’Sa, Multilingual Singer Anitha D’Souza & introducing for the first time in Gulf, the MTG fame young talented singer Velita Lobo.
They will be supported by popular local artists, foot-tapping dancers and rib-tickling comedy skits from professional actors of Konkani Community and much more!
Well-known comedian & public speaker Jerry Rasquinha, who has already arrived to direct entertaining jokes of the event alongside his responsibility of compering for the entire event.
The event will mark the completion of SWAK’s 25 years of meritorious service towards the social cause and upliftment of the deprived families.
The proceeds of this event will go towards the welfare funding of SWAK’s charitable activities in particular upbringing of poor children, in the field of education by funding school fees and uniform, providing financial help to improve the living conditions by repairing dilapidated homes and giving medical assistance by sharing their monetary burden to combat their illnesses.
All are wholeheartedly invited to participate in this fun-filled event and be part of this worthy cause.
Since the seats are limited in numbers, request you all to confirm your attendance by booking your tickets in advance from the nearest centres mentioned below:
Alban D’Souza 97948146 , Adrian Gomes 99695644, Clifford D’Souza 97885597,
Doris Lobo 66364068, Gilbert Mendonca 99262347, Joyce D’Souza 60301332,
Lionel D’Souza 60650729, Naveen Barboza 65098706, Regina Serrao 66972618,
Urban D’Souza 97322429, M&M Confectionery, Salmiya-25619946 .
This event promises to be 4 hours of non-stop entertainment with a variety of lively enthralling melodious songs contributed by Konkani singers of the different generations on one stage for the first time in Kuwait to bring more excitement among the Konkani music lovers. The performing superstars of this gala event are Sangeeth Samrat - Henry D’Souza, Yodling King - Melwyn Peris, Konkan Kalashree – Claud Dsouza, Heartthrob of Konkani – Prajoth D’Sa, Multilingual Singer Anitha D’Souza & introducing for the first time in Gulf, the MTG fame young talented singer Velita Lobo.
They will be supported by popular local artists, foot-tapping dancers and rib-tickling comedy skits from professional actors of Konkani Community and much more!
Well-known comedian & public speaker Jerry Rasquinha, who has already arrived to direct entertaining jokes of the event alongside his responsibility of compering for the entire event.
The event will mark the completion of SWAK’s 25 years of meritorious service towards the social cause and upliftment of the deprived families.
The proceeds of this event will go towards the welfare funding of SWAK’s charitable activities in particular upbringing of poor children, in the field of education by funding school fees and uniform, providing financial help to improve the living conditions by repairing dilapidated homes and giving medical assistance by sharing their monetary burden to combat their illnesses.
All are wholeheartedly invited to participate in this fun-filled event and be part of this worthy cause.
Since the seats are limited in numbers, request you all to confirm your attendance by booking your tickets in advance from the nearest centres mentioned below:
Alban D’Souza 97948146 , Adrian Gomes 99695644, Clifford D’Souza 97885597,
Doris Lobo 66364068, Gilbert Mendonca 99262347, Joyce D’Souza 60301332,
Lionel D’Souza 60650729, Naveen Barboza 65098706, Regina Serrao 66972618,
Urban D’Souza 97322429, M&M Confectionery, Salmiya-25619946 .
(from page 1 )Dare Devils team Clinched the “Silver Jubilee Ladies Cricket Tournament” Trophy
Dare Devils team Clinched the “Silver Jubilee Ladies Cricket Tournament” Trophy
Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK) successfully presented the commemoration of its 25 years by organizing a “Silver Jubilee Ladies Cricket Tournament” on December 6, 2019 at Agility Grounds, Sulabiya, Kuwait
The Event started with a prayer led by association Public Relation Officer Mr. Clifford DSouza.
SWAK President Mr. Alban DSouza welcomed the gathering wholeheartedly.
Presenter Clifford DSouza gave a brief introduction of SWAK & introduced the participating Teams - Dare Devils, Infinity, Lourdes & Mumbaikars and their respective Captains Glenda Rekela Menezes (Dare Devils), Rosita Fernandes (Infinity), Rinitha Dsouza (Lourdes) & Marian Dlima (Mumbaikars) to the crowd.
The first inaugural match was played between Dare Devils vs Mumbaikars at 10:30 AM.
The entire event was broadcasted through following channels for the viewers to enjoy from their home.
After the completion of all the matches, much awaited post-match results ceremony started at 2:15 PM. Clifford DSouza publicized the gathering the 25 years of meritorious journey service of SWAK, towards the social cause & upliftment of the deprived families.
He also underlined that, SWAK has planned a gala event for its Silver Jubilee, titled ‘SWAK RUPYALO SANGEET SAMBRAM’ a musical & cultural program, on January 17, 2020 at the American International School, Maidan Hawally, Salmiya, Kuwait.
The proceeds of this event shall go towards the welfare funding charitable activities of the associations.
In his address he offered thanks to Organizers, event coordinators – Mr. Loyd Mendonca, Mr. Nitin Saldanha, Mr. Kevin Picardo, Mr. Godwin Fernandes, Mr. Sanjeet DSouza, Mr. Harold DSouza, Mr. Dinesh D’Silva, Mr. Robert Mathias, Runners-up Trophy Donor – Harish, Umpires – Mr. Godwin Fernandees, Mr. Nigel DSouza, Mr. Sanjeet DSouza, Ivan Pinto, Live Scores – Mr. Kevin Picardo, Mr. Rancy Mathias, Mr. Hexon Mendonca, Live Telecast – Mr. Benson Pereira (Ben Creations), Photography – Mr. Alban DSouza, & all the team members who helped to stage the event.
Presentation ceremony concluded with the winner’s announcement of the tournament;
Best Bowler: Ankita Agarwal (Mumbaikars)
Best Batswomen - Joseline Menezes (Lourdes)
Women of the Series - Queene Pereira (Dare Devils)
Runners-up Team – Infinity (Cash Price & Trophy)
Winners Team – Dare Devils (Cash Price & Trophy)
Event Ended with Photograph Session.
Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK) successfully presented the commemoration of its 25 years by organizing a “Silver Jubilee Ladies Cricket Tournament” on December 6, 2019 at Agility Grounds, Sulabiya, Kuwait
The Event started with a prayer led by association Public Relation Officer Mr. Clifford DSouza.
SWAK President Mr. Alban DSouza welcomed the gathering wholeheartedly.
Presenter Clifford DSouza gave a brief introduction of SWAK & introduced the participating Teams - Dare Devils, Infinity, Lourdes & Mumbaikars and their respective Captains Glenda Rekela Menezes (Dare Devils), Rosita Fernandes (Infinity), Rinitha Dsouza (Lourdes) & Marian Dlima (Mumbaikars) to the crowd.
The first inaugural match was played between Dare Devils vs Mumbaikars at 10:30 AM.
The entire event was broadcasted through following channels for the viewers to enjoy from their home.
After the completion of all the matches, much awaited post-match results ceremony started at 2:15 PM. Clifford DSouza publicized the gathering the 25 years of meritorious journey service of SWAK, towards the social cause & upliftment of the deprived families.
He also underlined that, SWAK has planned a gala event for its Silver Jubilee, titled ‘SWAK RUPYALO SANGEET SAMBRAM’ a musical & cultural program, on January 17, 2020 at the American International School, Maidan Hawally, Salmiya, Kuwait.
The proceeds of this event shall go towards the welfare funding charitable activities of the associations.
In his address he offered thanks to Organizers, event coordinators – Mr. Loyd Mendonca, Mr. Nitin Saldanha, Mr. Kevin Picardo, Mr. Godwin Fernandes, Mr. Sanjeet DSouza, Mr. Harold DSouza, Mr. Dinesh D’Silva, Mr. Robert Mathias, Runners-up Trophy Donor – Harish, Umpires – Mr. Godwin Fernandees, Mr. Nigel DSouza, Mr. Sanjeet DSouza, Ivan Pinto, Live Scores – Mr. Kevin Picardo, Mr. Rancy Mathias, Mr. Hexon Mendonca, Live Telecast – Mr. Benson Pereira (Ben Creations), Photography – Mr. Alban DSouza, & all the team members who helped to stage the event.
Presentation ceremony concluded with the winner’s announcement of the tournament;
Best Bowler: Ankita Agarwal (Mumbaikars)
Best Batswomen - Joseline Menezes (Lourdes)
Women of the Series - Queene Pereira (Dare Devils)
Runners-up Team – Infinity (Cash Price & Trophy)
Winners Team – Dare Devils (Cash Price & Trophy)
Event Ended with Photograph Session.
Members of Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK), had a family oriented pleasure excursion with family and friends at the Mesilla Beach, Kuwait on Friday, November 24, 2017.
An awesome weather of Friday morning gave an opportune moment to spend quality time together as well as a much-needed relaxation and wholesome fun after much hard work all through the year for the cause, ideals and motto that Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK) unflinchingly commits itself to.
The day began with prayer of thanksgiving to God Almighty for all his blessings by Public Relations Officer Mr. Alexander Fernandes. President Mr. Alban D’Souza welcomed the gathering and wished one and all an enjoyable fun filled event.
A delicious breakfast was served to energize the participants. The turnout for the picnic was significant in numbers. Recreational activities for children & adults were organized by Cultural Secretary Mr. Naveen Barboza. Variety of games were organized for all age groups as men, women and kids enjoyed every moment of the day. Time off at the sea shore thrilled the kids and adults alike. A grace before meal offered by Vice president Mr. Clifford D'Souza, followed by delicious lunch.
Soon after, Housie Housie was conducted and rest of the games Dodgeball & Sponge game were continued until
late evening and enjoyed by all. Prizes were distributed to all winners in various events by president & Executive Committee members. All the events of the day were conducted by Mr.Anil Menezes and Mr. Clifford D'souza & Mr. Alwyn D'Souza. At the close, Mrs.Roshni Lobo gave the vote of thanks. In her report she thanked Mr. Alban D’Souza (Photography), Mr. Clifford D'Souza for Sponsoring all the prizes and committee members, who have contributed immensely to stage a fun filled picnic with tremendous accomplishment.
Report by SWAK Correspondent.
An awesome weather of Friday morning gave an opportune moment to spend quality time together as well as a much-needed relaxation and wholesome fun after much hard work all through the year for the cause, ideals and motto that Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK) unflinchingly commits itself to.
The day began with prayer of thanksgiving to God Almighty for all his blessings by Public Relations Officer Mr. Alexander Fernandes. President Mr. Alban D’Souza welcomed the gathering and wished one and all an enjoyable fun filled event.
A delicious breakfast was served to energize the participants. The turnout for the picnic was significant in numbers. Recreational activities for children & adults were organized by Cultural Secretary Mr. Naveen Barboza. Variety of games were organized for all age groups as men, women and kids enjoyed every moment of the day. Time off at the sea shore thrilled the kids and adults alike. A grace before meal offered by Vice president Mr. Clifford D'Souza, followed by delicious lunch.
Soon after, Housie Housie was conducted and rest of the games Dodgeball & Sponge game were continued until
late evening and enjoyed by all. Prizes were distributed to all winners in various events by president & Executive Committee members. All the events of the day were conducted by Mr.Anil Menezes and Mr. Clifford D'souza & Mr. Alwyn D'Souza. At the close, Mrs.Roshni Lobo gave the vote of thanks. In her report she thanked Mr. Alban D’Souza (Photography), Mr. Clifford D'Souza for Sponsoring all the prizes and committee members, who have contributed immensely to stage a fun filled picnic with tremendous accomplishment.
Report by SWAK Correspondent.
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SWAK celebrated its Patron feast (Vodlen Fest) on 3rd feb 2017
Report By SWAK correspondent Mr. Alwyn D’souza
Pics: Mr. Prem Crasto.
Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK) under the presidentship of Mr. Alban D’Souza celebrated its Patron feast (Vodlen Fest) on 3rd feb 2017 at the Indian Community School Auditorium – Khaitan, Kuwait . The evening programme commenced with the Introduction and welcoming of Mr. Melvin Rodrigues master of the ceremony for the day by committee member Mr. Robert Mathias. Committee member Mr. Urban D'Souza lead the prayer followed by melodious welcome song “swagat swagat” sung by Committee members for which lyrics were written by Mr. Lancy Rodrigues and music was provided by music maestro Mr. Adrian Gomes.
SWAK president, – Mr. Alban D’Souza officially welcomed the Chief guests Rev. Fr. Noel D’Almeida asst. parish priest of Abbasiya parish, Mr. Vallie M D’Sa (Managing Partner of Khalil Bahman & Partners Gen. Trading & Cont. Co), Mr. Stany Pinto (SAMI EXB.), sponsors, well-wishers, Shirva Parishioners, committee members & their relatives to the celebration of feast. SWAK honorary member & Main sponsor of the event Mr. Lawrence D'Souza of Caesars group of restaurants & confectionaries was also remembered during this time. Mr. Alban called on the attendees to actively participate and enjoy the events of the day.
General Secretary Mrs. Regina Serrao read out the annual report highlighting the services rendered by SWAK for the poor and the needy. All the office-bearers and committee members of SWAK, together with the Chief Guest Fr. Noel D’Almeida, Mr. Vallie M D’Sa & Mr. Stany Pinto cut the festive cake, as a token of sharing the joy and happiness with one and all. In his festive message, Fr. Vinay D’Almeida appreciated the good works of SWAK and said, despite busy schedules these works are performed to help needy people. He highlighted the works of previous committee with president Alwyn & his team for the remarkable job in previous years. He said -SWAK is doing good job from decades. Our lady of health is protecting this association to do good deeds. He appealed to continue with the spirit of “people caring for people” by supporting the needy brothers & sisters in Kuwait & back home.
As a token of gratitude, chief Guests & the sponsors were felicitated by SWAK president Alban D'Souza with floral bouquets. Mr. Alwyn D’souza read out the list of sponsors. The Main sponsor of the event Mr. Lawrence D’souza was remembered for his seamless support for various activities & sponsoring the feast program ever since its inception. Co-Sponsor Mr. Vallie M D’Sa , Managing Partner of Khalil Bahman & Partners Gen. Trading & Cont. Co. was also honored by the president.
After a brief introduction by committee member Mrs. Joyce D’souza, Senior SWAK member Mr. Stany Pinto was honored with shawl, memento and fruit baskets by Fr Noel, Mr. Vallie M D’Sa & Alban D'souza for his support to SWAK during the past years.
Since its inception, every year during the feast, SWAK has been bringing to the limelight, the excellent achievements of committee members kids by felicitating them with their parents with a token of appreciation. The Education Felicitation of top outstanding student of 10th standard was sponsored by Mr. Urban & Janet D’Souza in remembrance of their angel daughter Princel Deona D’Souza. Mr. Alwyn D’souza & Mrs. Doris lobo lead the award ceremony. The award was jointly won by 3 students Miss Disha Mathias, Master Elton Pinto & Miss Astrel Menezes for their outstanding performance in 10th standard. The students Master Maclean Menezes, Miss Alvina Carlita D’Souza & Master Sheldon D’Souza were also honored for their academic excellence. All the winners were felicitated with memento & certificates by the chief guest. Mrs. Joylene Gonsalves was honored with a bouquet & memento by president Alban D’Souza for her victory in the Gulf Voice of Mangalore season 5 in female category.
Audience were enthralled by the rib tickling jokes of committee members Urban D’Souza, Herold D’souza , Felix serrao , Janet D’souza & Walter Santhmayor.
In the midst of the celebration, MC’s Mr.Melvin Rodrigues & Dr. Manohar Prabhu along with Mr. Clifford D’Souza conducted various spot prizes and entertained the gathering by games.
A series of entertainment programmes followed, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed each of them. The classical, solo, dances were presented by artistes; Baby Danica Monteiro (Ek Taara –Classical), Melrick Dsouza (Baby Ko Bass Pasand Hai- Sultan), Reeshel Fernandes (Pingara Pori - Bajirao Mastani ), master Nathan Monteiro (lungi dance), Alrick Barboza (I look better when I am dancing) & Daniella (Nachde nee saare) Melodious songs were sung by Baby Alisha Gomes (Molba Voilo Chandamama),
Mrs. Joylin Gonsalves (winner GVOM-5),Mr. Morvin Quadros (winner GVOM-4), Ashok Barboza & Jyothi Vaz with Konkani duet song “Hathanth gevun moga hath ditalon tuka haav bhaas”. Master Deon Prince D'Souza mesmerized the audience with his unique talent exhibition “beat box” with vocal performance.
Towards the close Lucky dip draw and housie were conducted to keep the excitement alive. Lucky member and highest lucky dip seller were honored with prizes. Vice-President Mr. Clifford D’Souza gave the vote of thanks and expressed his gratitude to the committee members, Owner, Chef and staff members of Caesars Restaurant and all those who contributed towards the staging of this celebration in various forms. Vice-President made a special note of thanks to President Mr. Alban D’Souza & Mr. Urban D’Souza for their notable contribution towards SWAK. Mr. Urban D’Souza for being the highest lucky dip seller and Mr. Alban D’Souza did a commendable work of collecting the highest sponsorships for the consecutive year. Fr. Noel D’Almeida invoked the blessings on the meal & Grace before meal was recited by kids followed by symptoms buffet dinner prepared by Caesars Restaurant. The whole event was captured by media team from SB Media Mr. Irshad and photography by Mr. Prem Crasto Blue Ray
Digital Co. The Lights & Sounds provided by Mr. Anand D'souza from waves rental.
The entire proceedings of the feast day celebration was compered impressively by MC’s Mr. Melvin Rodrigues & Manohar Prabhu.
SWAK celebrated its Patron feast (Vodlen Fest) on 3rd feb 2017
Report By SWAK correspondent Mr. Alwyn D’souza
Pics: Mr. Prem Crasto.
Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK) under the presidentship of Mr. Alban D’Souza celebrated its Patron feast (Vodlen Fest) on 3rd feb 2017 at the Indian Community School Auditorium – Khaitan, Kuwait . The evening programme commenced with the Introduction and welcoming of Mr. Melvin Rodrigues master of the ceremony for the day by committee member Mr. Robert Mathias. Committee member Mr. Urban D'Souza lead the prayer followed by melodious welcome song “swagat swagat” sung by Committee members for which lyrics were written by Mr. Lancy Rodrigues and music was provided by music maestro Mr. Adrian Gomes.
SWAK president, – Mr. Alban D’Souza officially welcomed the Chief guests Rev. Fr. Noel D’Almeida asst. parish priest of Abbasiya parish, Mr. Vallie M D’Sa (Managing Partner of Khalil Bahman & Partners Gen. Trading & Cont. Co), Mr. Stany Pinto (SAMI EXB.), sponsors, well-wishers, Shirva Parishioners, committee members & their relatives to the celebration of feast. SWAK honorary member & Main sponsor of the event Mr. Lawrence D'Souza of Caesars group of restaurants & confectionaries was also remembered during this time. Mr. Alban called on the attendees to actively participate and enjoy the events of the day.
General Secretary Mrs. Regina Serrao read out the annual report highlighting the services rendered by SWAK for the poor and the needy. All the office-bearers and committee members of SWAK, together with the Chief Guest Fr. Noel D’Almeida, Mr. Vallie M D’Sa & Mr. Stany Pinto cut the festive cake, as a token of sharing the joy and happiness with one and all. In his festive message, Fr. Vinay D’Almeida appreciated the good works of SWAK and said, despite busy schedules these works are performed to help needy people. He highlighted the works of previous committee with president Alwyn & his team for the remarkable job in previous years. He said -SWAK is doing good job from decades. Our lady of health is protecting this association to do good deeds. He appealed to continue with the spirit of “people caring for people” by supporting the needy brothers & sisters in Kuwait & back home.
As a token of gratitude, chief Guests & the sponsors were felicitated by SWAK president Alban D'Souza with floral bouquets. Mr. Alwyn D’souza read out the list of sponsors. The Main sponsor of the event Mr. Lawrence D’souza was remembered for his seamless support for various activities & sponsoring the feast program ever since its inception. Co-Sponsor Mr. Vallie M D’Sa , Managing Partner of Khalil Bahman & Partners Gen. Trading & Cont. Co. was also honored by the president.
After a brief introduction by committee member Mrs. Joyce D’souza, Senior SWAK member Mr. Stany Pinto was honored with shawl, memento and fruit baskets by Fr Noel, Mr. Vallie M D’Sa & Alban D'souza for his support to SWAK during the past years.
Since its inception, every year during the feast, SWAK has been bringing to the limelight, the excellent achievements of committee members kids by felicitating them with their parents with a token of appreciation. The Education Felicitation of top outstanding student of 10th standard was sponsored by Mr. Urban & Janet D’Souza in remembrance of their angel daughter Princel Deona D’Souza. Mr. Alwyn D’souza & Mrs. Doris lobo lead the award ceremony. The award was jointly won by 3 students Miss Disha Mathias, Master Elton Pinto & Miss Astrel Menezes for their outstanding performance in 10th standard. The students Master Maclean Menezes, Miss Alvina Carlita D’Souza & Master Sheldon D’Souza were also honored for their academic excellence. All the winners were felicitated with memento & certificates by the chief guest. Mrs. Joylene Gonsalves was honored with a bouquet & memento by president Alban D’Souza for her victory in the Gulf Voice of Mangalore season 5 in female category.
Audience were enthralled by the rib tickling jokes of committee members Urban D’Souza, Herold D’souza , Felix serrao , Janet D’souza & Walter Santhmayor.
In the midst of the celebration, MC’s Mr.Melvin Rodrigues & Dr. Manohar Prabhu along with Mr. Clifford D’Souza conducted various spot prizes and entertained the gathering by games.
A series of entertainment programmes followed, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed each of them. The classical, solo, dances were presented by artistes; Baby Danica Monteiro (Ek Taara –Classical), Melrick Dsouza (Baby Ko Bass Pasand Hai- Sultan), Reeshel Fernandes (Pingara Pori - Bajirao Mastani ), master Nathan Monteiro (lungi dance), Alrick Barboza (I look better when I am dancing) & Daniella (Nachde nee saare) Melodious songs were sung by Baby Alisha Gomes (Molba Voilo Chandamama),
Mrs. Joylin Gonsalves (winner GVOM-5),Mr. Morvin Quadros (winner GVOM-4), Ashok Barboza & Jyothi Vaz with Konkani duet song “Hathanth gevun moga hath ditalon tuka haav bhaas”. Master Deon Prince D'Souza mesmerized the audience with his unique talent exhibition “beat box” with vocal performance.
Towards the close Lucky dip draw and housie were conducted to keep the excitement alive. Lucky member and highest lucky dip seller were honored with prizes. Vice-President Mr. Clifford D’Souza gave the vote of thanks and expressed his gratitude to the committee members, Owner, Chef and staff members of Caesars Restaurant and all those who contributed towards the staging of this celebration in various forms. Vice-President made a special note of thanks to President Mr. Alban D’Souza & Mr. Urban D’Souza for their notable contribution towards SWAK. Mr. Urban D’Souza for being the highest lucky dip seller and Mr. Alban D’Souza did a commendable work of collecting the highest sponsorships for the consecutive year. Fr. Noel D’Almeida invoked the blessings on the meal & Grace before meal was recited by kids followed by symptoms buffet dinner prepared by Caesars Restaurant. The whole event was captured by media team from SB Media Mr. Irshad and photography by Mr. Prem Crasto Blue Ray
Digital Co. The Lights & Sounds provided by Mr. Anand D'souza from waves rental.
The entire proceedings of the feast day celebration was compered impressively by MC’s Mr. Melvin Rodrigues & Manohar Prabhu.
SWAK FAMILY PICNIC 2016
On November 4th 2016, the pleasant climate drew the family members of Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK) to Touristic Enterprises Company, Kuwait’s – Messilah Beach for the Annual SWAK congregation.
It was a family oriented occasion for the members of SWAK to spend quality leisure time together with families & friends in their own social world.
The fun filled day started with prayer led by committee member Committee member Mrs. Gretta DSouza.
This event too as usual, was welcomed whole heartedly by SWAK’s President Alwyn D’Souza. During his welcome note, he highlighted that the dusty weather over the last 3-4 days caused concern among organizers due to the published notifications on weather forecast ahead of the planned scheduled picnic In his speech, he said Mother Mary the patron of the association graced stable weather to enjoy an unforgettable day out.
The atmosphere was rife with fun and pleasure; enjoyed by the attendees across the cross section of every age whether elders, youth and the kids.
Snacks and soft drinks were served earlier in the day to energize the participants. The turnout for the picnic was significant in numbers.
It was time for enjoyment as everyone got involved with Games. Variety of games and spot prizes were organized for all age groups as men, women and kids enjoyed every moment of the day. Recreational activities for children & adults were organized by the Cultural Secretary Mr. Robert Mathias & Auditor Mr. Anil Menezes.
A break was given to conduct beach activities by the sea for the thrilled kids and adults.
This event also coincided with the birthday celebrations of Ms. Delma Lobo (daughter of Doris Lobo – General Secretary of SWAK) & Mr. Sanjay D'souza (SWAK member). The birthday cake was sponsored by Doris Lobo.
Sumptuous lunch was served and the same was enjoyed with sincere zeal while conversations lingered over various topics of interest on the current news or their family matters. Some others were busy playing their lively games and competing to out run others by challenging them. Throughout the day the sound of laughter echoed in the breeze as families and friends spent quality time together forgetting their stress and negative aspects of their lives.
Post lunch, Auditor Mr. Anil Menezes & Cultural Secretary Robert Mathias conducted Housie Housie. Gifts were distributed thereafter for the winners of the event.
The last game of the day was the exciting Dodge Ball which pulled onlookers to witness and show their enthusiasm in playing with us. The youngsters in our group were animated in their show of strength.
At the close, Vice President Mr. Urban D’Souza gave vote of thanks by praising Almighty God for gracing a wonderful day with complete success and thanked the Event organizers as well as all the family members for putting in their individual efforts to stage this memorable day out with great success and joy.
The entire events on picnic day were well managed by Anil Menezes in conjunction with Robert Mathias.
Report – Clifford D’Souza, SWAK Correspondent.
Photos – Alban Francis D’Souza.
It was a family oriented occasion for the members of SWAK to spend quality leisure time together with families & friends in their own social world.
The fun filled day started with prayer led by committee member Committee member Mrs. Gretta DSouza.
This event too as usual, was welcomed whole heartedly by SWAK’s President Alwyn D’Souza. During his welcome note, he highlighted that the dusty weather over the last 3-4 days caused concern among organizers due to the published notifications on weather forecast ahead of the planned scheduled picnic In his speech, he said Mother Mary the patron of the association graced stable weather to enjoy an unforgettable day out.
The atmosphere was rife with fun and pleasure; enjoyed by the attendees across the cross section of every age whether elders, youth and the kids.
Snacks and soft drinks were served earlier in the day to energize the participants. The turnout for the picnic was significant in numbers.
It was time for enjoyment as everyone got involved with Games. Variety of games and spot prizes were organized for all age groups as men, women and kids enjoyed every moment of the day. Recreational activities for children & adults were organized by the Cultural Secretary Mr. Robert Mathias & Auditor Mr. Anil Menezes.
A break was given to conduct beach activities by the sea for the thrilled kids and adults.
This event also coincided with the birthday celebrations of Ms. Delma Lobo (daughter of Doris Lobo – General Secretary of SWAK) & Mr. Sanjay D'souza (SWAK member). The birthday cake was sponsored by Doris Lobo.
Sumptuous lunch was served and the same was enjoyed with sincere zeal while conversations lingered over various topics of interest on the current news or their family matters. Some others were busy playing their lively games and competing to out run others by challenging them. Throughout the day the sound of laughter echoed in the breeze as families and friends spent quality time together forgetting their stress and negative aspects of their lives.
Post lunch, Auditor Mr. Anil Menezes & Cultural Secretary Robert Mathias conducted Housie Housie. Gifts were distributed thereafter for the winners of the event.
The last game of the day was the exciting Dodge Ball which pulled onlookers to witness and show their enthusiasm in playing with us. The youngsters in our group were animated in their show of strength.
At the close, Vice President Mr. Urban D’Souza gave vote of thanks by praising Almighty God for gracing a wonderful day with complete success and thanked the Event organizers as well as all the family members for putting in their individual efforts to stage this memorable day out with great success and joy.
The entire events on picnic day were well managed by Anil Menezes in conjunction with Robert Mathias.
Report – Clifford D’Souza, SWAK Correspondent.
Photos – Alban Francis D’Souza.
SWAK -Shirva Parish Feast 2016
As per the annual ritual, this year too on Friday February 5, 2016, the parishioners of Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK), along with their families and friends gathered at the premises of Carmel School Kuwait to celebrate the feast of their patron, Our Lady of Health (Saude Mai), with lot of enthusiasm & revelry. The ambience & atmosphere is worth appreciating which gave a feel that the entire Shirva town had converged on the venue.
The program for the day commenced with a thanksgiving prayer recited by SWAK committee member Mr. Felix Serrao, followed by a melodious welcome song sung by SWAK members, for which lyrics were written by Mr. Lancy Rodrigues and music was provided by music maestro Mr. Adrian Gomes.
SWAK president, Alwyn D'Souza, whole heartedly welcomed the chief guest Rev. Fr. Noel Almeida (Assistant Parish Priest - St. Daniel Comboni Parish, Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh, Kuwait), Mr. Valerian Maxim D’Sa & his wife Luiza D’Sa, sponsors, well-wishers, Shirva Parishioners, committee members & their relatives to the celebration of feast. He called on the attendees to actively participate and enjoy the events of the day.
SWAK secretary, Doris Lobo, read the annual report. This report contained details of the notable works carried out by SWAK over the past year in aid of the poor and the needy. Chief Guest, Parish Priest & the sponsors were felicitated by SWAK president Alwyn D'Souza with floral bouquets.
All the office-bearers and committee members of SWAK, along with the Chief Guest & Guest of honor, cut the festive cake, as a token of sharing the sweetness and happiness with one and all.
Fr. Noel in his festive message congratulated all the members of association for doing remarkable job in noble cause. In his address he stressed the present situations of uncertainty of oil prices, impacting insecurity of jobs and recession. He prayed to Holy Mother to bless the association for their continuous good deeds towards the betterment of the community and sanctified to guide and protect all her faithful children’s from all the distress.
Since its inception, every year during the feast, SWAK has been bringing to the limelight, the excellent achievements of members' kids by felicitating them with their parents with a token of appreciation. The Education Felicitation of a top outstanding student of 10th standard was sponsored by Mr. Urban & Janet D’Souza in remembrance of their angel daughter Princel Deona D’Souza & that of 12th standard is sponsored by Mr.Nitin Castelino in memory of his late father Thomas Castelino.
Vice President Mr. Urban D’Souza proposed the vote of thanks. He thanked the main sponsor & SWAK honorary member Mr. Lawrence D'souza (Owner of Caesar’s Group), co-sponsor Mr. Valerian D'sa (Managing Partner and Vice President of Khalil Bahman and partners), and all the sponsors, office-bearers and committee members of SWAK for their all-round support in staging this event.
President appreciated the efforts of committee member Mr.Alban D’souza for coordinating with the sponsors & Mr.Urban D’souza, Mr. Clevan Fernandes for the raffle sale.
A slew of entertainment programmes followed, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed each of them.
The classical, solo & group dances were presented by artistes; Baby Danica D’Souza (Dhol Baje), Baby Alisha Gomes (Better when I am Dancing), Baby Daniella Lobo (Afghan Jalebi), Dancica D’Souza, Saina Mendoca & Sherwin Mendonca (Selfie Le Le), Renny Menezes & Anil Menezes entertained the audience with their rib tickling jokes.
Manohar Prabhu engaged the public with games & spot prizes. DJ Ralph’s music captivated the gathering till the very end .
Towards the end, Housie Housie & raffle draw conducted by Auditor Anil Menezes, Cultural Secretary Robert Mathias and Clifford D’Souza. Prizes of the raffles were distributed thereafter for the winners by visiting Priest Rev. Fr. Walter D’Souza.
Fr. Noel Almeida blessed the food & gathered children recited grace before meal.
The sumptuous dinner buffet prepared by Caesars Restaurant was relished by everyone.
The photography & Videography of the entire event was sponsored by Committee Member Mr. Alban D’souza with his “Blue Ray Digital” team. Lights and sound were provided by 'Illuminations' Anand D'souza. Stage was decorated by Mr. Godwin & team. The proceedings of the day were compered admirably by Dr. Manohar Prabhu. The celebration drew to an end at 5:00 pm with the dazzling baila masala dance.
Report: Mr.Clifford D’souza, SWAK Correspondent
Pictures: Mr. Alban D’souza
Event Photographs
As per the annual ritual, this year too on Friday February 5, 2016, the parishioners of Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK), along with their families and friends gathered at the premises of Carmel School Kuwait to celebrate the feast of their patron, Our Lady of Health (Saude Mai), with lot of enthusiasm & revelry. The ambience & atmosphere is worth appreciating which gave a feel that the entire Shirva town had converged on the venue.
The program for the day commenced with a thanksgiving prayer recited by SWAK committee member Mr. Felix Serrao, followed by a melodious welcome song sung by SWAK members, for which lyrics were written by Mr. Lancy Rodrigues and music was provided by music maestro Mr. Adrian Gomes.
SWAK president, Alwyn D'Souza, whole heartedly welcomed the chief guest Rev. Fr. Noel Almeida (Assistant Parish Priest - St. Daniel Comboni Parish, Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh, Kuwait), Mr. Valerian Maxim D’Sa & his wife Luiza D’Sa, sponsors, well-wishers, Shirva Parishioners, committee members & their relatives to the celebration of feast. He called on the attendees to actively participate and enjoy the events of the day.
SWAK secretary, Doris Lobo, read the annual report. This report contained details of the notable works carried out by SWAK over the past year in aid of the poor and the needy. Chief Guest, Parish Priest & the sponsors were felicitated by SWAK president Alwyn D'Souza with floral bouquets.
All the office-bearers and committee members of SWAK, along with the Chief Guest & Guest of honor, cut the festive cake, as a token of sharing the sweetness and happiness with one and all.
Fr. Noel in his festive message congratulated all the members of association for doing remarkable job in noble cause. In his address he stressed the present situations of uncertainty of oil prices, impacting insecurity of jobs and recession. He prayed to Holy Mother to bless the association for their continuous good deeds towards the betterment of the community and sanctified to guide and protect all her faithful children’s from all the distress.
Since its inception, every year during the feast, SWAK has been bringing to the limelight, the excellent achievements of members' kids by felicitating them with their parents with a token of appreciation. The Education Felicitation of a top outstanding student of 10th standard was sponsored by Mr. Urban & Janet D’Souza in remembrance of their angel daughter Princel Deona D’Souza & that of 12th standard is sponsored by Mr.Nitin Castelino in memory of his late father Thomas Castelino.
Vice President Mr. Urban D’Souza proposed the vote of thanks. He thanked the main sponsor & SWAK honorary member Mr. Lawrence D'souza (Owner of Caesar’s Group), co-sponsor Mr. Valerian D'sa (Managing Partner and Vice President of Khalil Bahman and partners), and all the sponsors, office-bearers and committee members of SWAK for their all-round support in staging this event.
President appreciated the efforts of committee member Mr.Alban D’souza for coordinating with the sponsors & Mr.Urban D’souza, Mr. Clevan Fernandes for the raffle sale.
A slew of entertainment programmes followed, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed each of them.
The classical, solo & group dances were presented by artistes; Baby Danica D’Souza (Dhol Baje), Baby Alisha Gomes (Better when I am Dancing), Baby Daniella Lobo (Afghan Jalebi), Dancica D’Souza, Saina Mendoca & Sherwin Mendonca (Selfie Le Le), Renny Menezes & Anil Menezes entertained the audience with their rib tickling jokes.
Manohar Prabhu engaged the public with games & spot prizes. DJ Ralph’s music captivated the gathering till the very end .
Towards the end, Housie Housie & raffle draw conducted by Auditor Anil Menezes, Cultural Secretary Robert Mathias and Clifford D’Souza. Prizes of the raffles were distributed thereafter for the winners by visiting Priest Rev. Fr. Walter D’Souza.
Fr. Noel Almeida blessed the food & gathered children recited grace before meal.
The sumptuous dinner buffet prepared by Caesars Restaurant was relished by everyone.
The photography & Videography of the entire event was sponsored by Committee Member Mr. Alban D’souza with his “Blue Ray Digital” team. Lights and sound were provided by 'Illuminations' Anand D'souza. Stage was decorated by Mr. Godwin & team. The proceedings of the day were compered admirably by Dr. Manohar Prabhu. The celebration drew to an end at 5:00 pm with the dazzling baila masala dance.
Report: Mr.Clifford D’souza, SWAK Correspondent
Pictures: Mr. Alban D’souza
Event Photographs
ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಕುವೈಟ್ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಸಂಭ್ರಮ್ :ಶಿರ್ವಾಂ ವೆಲ್ಫೇರ್ ಎಸೊಸಿಯೇಶನ್ ಕುವೈಟ್ (ಸ್ವಾಕ್) ತರ್ಫೆನ್ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಸಂಭ್ರಮ್ ಹ್ಯಾಚ್ ಸಪ್ಟೆಂಬರ್ 11 ತಾರಿಕೆರ್ ಸುಕ್ರಾರ ದನ್ಪರಾಂ ಕುವೈಟ್ಚ್ಯಾ ಸೀಜರ್ಸ್ ದಕ್ಶಿಣ್ ರೆಸ್ಟೋರೆಂಟ್ ಹಾಂಗಾಸರ್ ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ್ ರಿತಿನ್ ಅನಿ ಗದ್ದಾಳಯೆನ್ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೊ. ಶ್ರಿಮತಿ ರೆಜಿನಾ ಡಿಸೋಜ ಹಿಚ್ಯಾ ಮಾಗ್ಣ್ಯಾ ಸವೆಂ ಸಂಬ್ರಮಾಚಿ ಸುರ್ವಾತ್ ಕೆಲಿ. ಹ್ಯಾ ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಸರ್ವಾನಿ ತೇರ್ಸಾಂತ್ ಭಾಗ್ ಘೆತ್ಲೊ.ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಮರಿಯೆಕ್ ಪುಲಾಂ ಅರ್ಪುಂಚೆ ಕಾರ್ಯೆಂ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆಂ. "ಸಕ್ಕಡ್ ಸಾಂಗಾತಾ ಮೆಳ್ಯಾಂ" ಅನಿ ಮೊರಿಯೆಕ್ ಹೊಗೊಳ್ಸಿಯಾಂ ಕಂತಾರಾ ಸಂವೆಂ ಭುರ್ಗ್ಯಾನಿ ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ್ ರಿತಿನ್ ಫುಲಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ಪಾವ್ಸಾಂತ್ ಮರಿಯೆಕ್ ನೆಟಯ್ಲೆಂ. ಹ್ಯಾ ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಸರ್ವಾಂಕ್ ನೊವೆಂ ಸೆಂವ್ಚಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ತಾ ಕೆಲಿ.
ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಶ್ ಆಲ್ವಿನ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾನ್ ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಅಭಿಮಾನಿ, ಪೋಶಕ್, ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಗೌರವ್ ಸಾಂದೊ ಸೀಜರ್ಸ್ ಗ್ರೂಪ್ ಹಾಚೆ ಮ್ಹಾಲಕ್ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡ್ಸಿಸೋಜಾ ಹಾಂಚೊ ಉಗ್ಡಾಸ್ ಕಾಡ್ಲೊ. ತಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ಸಿಬಂದಿ ಮುಖಾಂತ್ರ್ ಹೊಲಾಚಿ ಅನಿ ನೊವೆಂ ಜೆವ್ಣಾಚಿ ತಯಾರಾಯ್ ಕೆಲ್ಲ್ಯಾಕ್ ತಾಂಕಾಂ ಅಭಿನಂದನ್ ಕೆಲೆಂ. ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಸಾಂಧ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಅನಿ ಸರ್ವ್ ಸಯ್ರ್ಯಾಂಕ್, ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಅಭಿಮಾನಿಂಕ್ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಶಾನ್ ಸ್ವಾಗತ್ ಕೆಲೊ ಅನಿ ಶಿರ್ವಾಂ ಥಾವ್ನ್ ಸಹಾಯಕ್ ವಿಗಾರಾನಿ ದಾಡುಲ್ಲೊ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಸಂದೇಶ್ ಸರ್ವಾಂ ಮುಖಾರ್ ವಾಚುನ್ ಸಾಂಗ್ಲೊ ಅನಿ ಮೊಂತಿ ಸಾಯ್ಬಿಣಿಚ್ಯಾ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚ್ಯಾ ವಿಶ್ಯಾಂತ್ ಮ್ಹಟ್ವೊ ವಿವರ್ ದಿಲೊ ಅನಿ ಸರ್ವಾಂಕ್ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೆ ಶುಭಾಶಯ್ ಪಾಟಾಯ್ಲೆ.
ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಮಾದ್ಯಮ್ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿ ಕ್ಲಿಫರ್ಡ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾನ್ ಹೆಂ ಕಾರ್ಯ್ ಕ್ರಮ್ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆಂ, ಭುರ್ಗಾಂಚೆ ಖೆಳ್ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆ, ಅನಿ ಮ್ಹದೆಂ ಅಂಕ್ವಾರ್ ಮರಿಯೆಚ್ಯಾ ಜಿಣ್ಯೆ ವಯ್ರ್ ವಿವಿದ್ ಸವಾಲಾಂ ವಿಚಾರ್ನ್ ಹಾಂತುನ್ ಸಾರ್ಕಿ ಜಾಪಿ ದಿಲ್ಲ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಇನಾಮಾ ವಾಂಟ್ಲಿಂ.ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಸಾಂದೊ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಐವನ್ ಮಾರ್ಟಿಸ್ ಹಾಣಿ ಹಾಣಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಸಂದೇಶ್ ದಿಲೊ ಮರ್ಯೆ ಮಾಯೆಚ್ಯಾ ಮುಖಾಂತ್ರ್ ಅಪ್ಲ್ಯಾಚ್ ಜಿಣ್ಯೆಂತ್ ಘಡ್ಲೆಲ್ಯಾ ಬರೆಪಣಾ ವಿಶ್ಯಾಂತ್ ವಿಸ್ತಾರ್ ವಿವರ್ ದಿಲೊ ಅನಿ ಸರ್ವಾಂಕ್ ಶುಭಾಶಯ್ ಪಾಟಯ್ಲೊ. ಹ್ಯಾ ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಅನಿಲ್ ಮಿನೇಜಸ್, ರೋಬರ್ಟ್ ಅನಿ ಕ್ಲಿಫರ್ಡ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ ಹಾಣಿ ಜೆವ್ಣಾ ಪಯ್ಲೆಂ ಹೌಸಿ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲಿ . ಜಿಕ್ ಲ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಇನಾಮಾ ವಾಂಟ್ಲಿಂ. ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ್ ರಿತಿನ್ ವಿವಿದ್ ಥರಾಂಚಿ ಸಸ್ಯಾಹಾರಿ ಜೆವಾಣ್ ಖೊಲ್ಯಾಂತ್ ಸೆಂವ್ಚಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ತಾ ಕೆಲ್ಲ್ಯಾನ್ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಸಂಭ್ರಮ್ ದೊಡ್ತೊ ಜಾಲೊ.
ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ್ ಉರ್ಬಾನ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ ಹಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ದನ್ಯವಾದಾ ಸವೆಂ ಕಾರ್ಯೆಂ ಸಂಪ್ಲೆಂ. ಹ್ಯಾ ಸಂಬ್ರಾಮಾಚೆ ಫೊಟೊಗ್ರಫಿ ಆಲ್ಬನ್ ಡಿಸೊಜಾ ಹಾಣೆ ಕೆಲಿ. ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಕಾರ್ಯ್ ಕಾರಿ ಸಮಿತಿಚ್ಯಾ ಸಾಂದ್ಯಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ಎಕ್ವಟಾಚ್ಯಾ ಸಹಾಕಾರಾಂತ್ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೆಂ ಸಂಭ್ರಮ್ ಸಕ್ಟಾಂಕ್ ಗಾವಾಂತ್ ಚಲ್ಚಾ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಅನುಬವ್ ಜಾಲೊ.
ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಶ್ ಆಲ್ವಿನ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾನ್ ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಅಭಿಮಾನಿ, ಪೋಶಕ್, ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಗೌರವ್ ಸಾಂದೊ ಸೀಜರ್ಸ್ ಗ್ರೂಪ್ ಹಾಚೆ ಮ್ಹಾಲಕ್ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡ್ಸಿಸೋಜಾ ಹಾಂಚೊ ಉಗ್ಡಾಸ್ ಕಾಡ್ಲೊ. ತಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ಸಿಬಂದಿ ಮುಖಾಂತ್ರ್ ಹೊಲಾಚಿ ಅನಿ ನೊವೆಂ ಜೆವ್ಣಾಚಿ ತಯಾರಾಯ್ ಕೆಲ್ಲ್ಯಾಕ್ ತಾಂಕಾಂ ಅಭಿನಂದನ್ ಕೆಲೆಂ. ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಸಾಂಧ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಅನಿ ಸರ್ವ್ ಸಯ್ರ್ಯಾಂಕ್, ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಅಭಿಮಾನಿಂಕ್ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಶಾನ್ ಸ್ವಾಗತ್ ಕೆಲೊ ಅನಿ ಶಿರ್ವಾಂ ಥಾವ್ನ್ ಸಹಾಯಕ್ ವಿಗಾರಾನಿ ದಾಡುಲ್ಲೊ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಸಂದೇಶ್ ಸರ್ವಾಂ ಮುಖಾರ್ ವಾಚುನ್ ಸಾಂಗ್ಲೊ ಅನಿ ಮೊಂತಿ ಸಾಯ್ಬಿಣಿಚ್ಯಾ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚ್ಯಾ ವಿಶ್ಯಾಂತ್ ಮ್ಹಟ್ವೊ ವಿವರ್ ದಿಲೊ ಅನಿ ಸರ್ವಾಂಕ್ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೆ ಶುಭಾಶಯ್ ಪಾಟಾಯ್ಲೆ.
ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಮಾದ್ಯಮ್ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿ ಕ್ಲಿಫರ್ಡ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾನ್ ಹೆಂ ಕಾರ್ಯ್ ಕ್ರಮ್ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆಂ, ಭುರ್ಗಾಂಚೆ ಖೆಳ್ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆ, ಅನಿ ಮ್ಹದೆಂ ಅಂಕ್ವಾರ್ ಮರಿಯೆಚ್ಯಾ ಜಿಣ್ಯೆ ವಯ್ರ್ ವಿವಿದ್ ಸವಾಲಾಂ ವಿಚಾರ್ನ್ ಹಾಂತುನ್ ಸಾರ್ಕಿ ಜಾಪಿ ದಿಲ್ಲ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಇನಾಮಾ ವಾಂಟ್ಲಿಂ.ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಸಾಂದೊ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಐವನ್ ಮಾರ್ಟಿಸ್ ಹಾಣಿ ಹಾಣಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಸಂದೇಶ್ ದಿಲೊ ಮರ್ಯೆ ಮಾಯೆಚ್ಯಾ ಮುಖಾಂತ್ರ್ ಅಪ್ಲ್ಯಾಚ್ ಜಿಣ್ಯೆಂತ್ ಘಡ್ಲೆಲ್ಯಾ ಬರೆಪಣಾ ವಿಶ್ಯಾಂತ್ ವಿಸ್ತಾರ್ ವಿವರ್ ದಿಲೊ ಅನಿ ಸರ್ವಾಂಕ್ ಶುಭಾಶಯ್ ಪಾಟಯ್ಲೊ. ಹ್ಯಾ ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಅನಿಲ್ ಮಿನೇಜಸ್, ರೋಬರ್ಟ್ ಅನಿ ಕ್ಲಿಫರ್ಡ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ ಹಾಣಿ ಜೆವ್ಣಾ ಪಯ್ಲೆಂ ಹೌಸಿ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲಿ . ಜಿಕ್ ಲ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಇನಾಮಾ ವಾಂಟ್ಲಿಂ. ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ಸಾಂಪ್ರದಾಯಿಕ್ ರಿತಿನ್ ವಿವಿದ್ ಥರಾಂಚಿ ಸಸ್ಯಾಹಾರಿ ಜೆವಾಣ್ ಖೊಲ್ಯಾಂತ್ ಸೆಂವ್ಚಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ತಾ ಕೆಲ್ಲ್ಯಾನ್ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಸಂಭ್ರಮ್ ದೊಡ್ತೊ ಜಾಲೊ.
ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ್ ಉರ್ಬಾನ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ ಹಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ದನ್ಯವಾದಾ ಸವೆಂ ಕಾರ್ಯೆಂ ಸಂಪ್ಲೆಂ. ಹ್ಯಾ ಸಂಬ್ರಾಮಾಚೆ ಫೊಟೊಗ್ರಫಿ ಆಲ್ಬನ್ ಡಿಸೊಜಾ ಹಾಣೆ ಕೆಲಿ. ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ಕಾರ್ಯ್ ಕಾರಿ ಸಮಿತಿಚ್ಯಾ ಸಾಂದ್ಯಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ಎಕ್ವಟಾಚ್ಯಾ ಸಹಾಕಾರಾಂತ್ ಮೊಂತಿ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೆಂ ಸಂಭ್ರಮ್ ಸಕ್ಟಾಂಕ್ ಗಾವಾಂತ್ ಚಲ್ಚಾ ಫೆಸ್ತಾಚೊ ಅನುಬವ್ ಜಾಲೊ.
SWAK NATIVITY FEAST 2015 ALBUM
Annual Feast 2015
As per the annual ritual, this year too on Friday February 6, 2015, the parishioners of Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK), along with their families and friends gathered at the premises of Indian Community School Salmiya to celebrate the feast of our patron, Our Lady of Health (Saude Mai), for the twentieth consecutive year with lot of enthusiasm & revelry. The ambience & atmosphere is worth appreciating which gave a feel that the entire Shirva town had converged on the venue.
The program for the day commenced with a thanksgiving prayer recited by SWAK vice president Mr. Urban D’Souza, followed by a melodious welcome song sung by SWAK members.
SWAK president, Mr. Alwyn D'Souza, whole heartedly welcomed the chief guest Mr. Valerian Maxim D’Sa & his wife Luiza D’Sa, Rev. Fr. Noel Almeida, sponsors, well-wishers, Shirva Parishioners, committee members & their relatives to the celebration of feast. He called on the attendees to actively participate and enjoy the events of the day. During his welcome speech he highlighted the centenary celebrations of Shirva parish & complimented Mr. Lawrence D’Souza & Mr. Valerian Maxim D’Sa for achieving the papal award for their good work.
SWAK secretary, Doris Lobo, read the annual report. This report contained details of the notable works carried out by SWAK over the past year in aid of the poor and the needy.
Chief Guest, Parish Priest & the sponsors were felicitated by SWAK president Alwyn D'Souza with floral bouquets.
All the office-bearers and committee members of SWAK, together with the Chief Guest, cut the festive cake, as a token of sharing the sweetness and happiness with one and all.
Fr. Noel in his festive message congratulated the Shirva Parishioners on the centenary celebrations of the unity of two churches. He prayed to Holy Mother to bless the association for their continuous good deeds towards the betterment of the community.
Papal award winners Mr. Lawrence D’Souza & Mr. Valerian Maxim D’Sa were appreciated for their notable contributions towards the church through a profile briefing done by Mr. Clifford D’Souza which was followed by their felicitation. Mr. Vally D’Sa was presented with customary shawl, fruits & bouquet, whereas the main sponsor of the event Mr. Lawrence D’Souza could not attend the ceremony as he was out of the country.
Since its inception, every year during the feast , SWAK has been bringing to the limelight, the excellent achievements of committee members’ children by felicitating them with their parents with a token of appreciation. The Education Felicitation of a top outstanding student of 10th standard was sponsored by Mr. Urban & Janet D’Souza in remembrance of their angel daughter Princel Deona D’Souza & that of 12th standard is sponsored by Mr.Nitin Castelino in memory of his father late Thomas Castelino.
The Gulf Voice of Mangalore season 4 winner Morvine Quadras was honored with a bouquet by president Alwyn D’Souza for his outstanding voice. He dedicated a beautiful song (konn ghai thi choli) in memory of Late Wilfy Rebimbus attracting huge applause from the gathering.
A video presentation was organized by Mr. Clifford D’Souza, stressing the importance of team work to successfully drive ahead social activities while creating a better understanding & co-operation among the association members. This was followed by a formal introduction of all the committee members & all the former Presidents till date who had led the association since its inception.
Cultural Secretary Mr. Robert Mathias proposed the vote of thanks. He thanked the sponsors, office-bearers and committee members of SWAK for their all-round support in staging this event.
The contributors of this event were Mr. Lawrence D’Souza (Main Sponsor), Co-Sponsors - DHL Express Kuwait , Sponsors Mr. Valerian D’sa of Khalil Bahman & Partners Company, Mr. Stany Pinto , Toyota Genuine Spare Parts Division of Mohamed Naser Al Sayer Group, Confectionery & Spot Prizes Partner Al-Zahem & Malhotra, Mr. Urban D’Souza, Mr. Nitin Castelino, ,Mr. Sunil Crasta & Fly, Mr. Valerian Nazareth & Fly, Mr. Alban D’Souza (Videography) & Mr. Winston Alphonso (photography) of Blueray digitals, Mr. Pascal Pinto, M/S Crown Logistics, M/S Expat Properties, Mr. Vivek Fernandes & Fly. and all the media partners – Daijiworld.com , Canaraworld.com , Mangalorean.com , and all other donors who lent their whole hearted support to make this event successful and memorable.
A slew of entertainment programmes followed, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed each of them. The classical, solo, duet & group dances were presented by artistes; Baby Danica Monteiro (Varnam – Classical), Baby Avril Mathias (Tu Meri & Bang Bang), Mervis Rego (Fire Ball Pit-bull), Baby Danica DSouza (Satakli), Baby Alisha Gomes & Master Ashwin Correa (Nonsense Ki Night & Tu Meri), Ines Martis & Melina Serrao (Nagada & Iski Uski), Crazy Gang – Astrel Menezes, Carol DSouza, Carlita DSouza, Fevin Fernandes & Nicolas Machado (Palat Tera Hero, Tugle & Naku Muka), Delma, Suzette, Nicole & Daniella (Hindi Fusion). Melodious songs were sung by Rony DCunha & Jasmine DCunha (Hanv Vethango Ghati Devn – Solo & Nach Moja Bangara) & Ashok Barboza & Jyothi Vaz (Ye Pori Ye Pori). Alston Gomes played instrumental (flute, saxophone, trumpet and mouth organ. Urban D’Souza and Alexander Fernandees (Budget Cut Kazar), Manohar Prabhu, Renny Menezes & Anil Menezes entertained the audience with their rib tickling jokes.
Manohar Prabhu & Clifford DSouza engaged the public with spot prizes. DJ Kiran 's music captivated the gathering till the very end .Towards the end, raffle draw conducted by Anil Menezes & Cultural Secretary Robert Mathias. It was followed by the Housie Housie.
The musical support of the entire event was managed by SWAK committee member Mr. Adrian Gomes & Family.SWAK correspondent & spiritual director Rev Fr. Stany Tauro delivered his best wishes & congratulations message via video transmission for the gathering. Fr. Noel Almeida blessed the food & gathered children recited grace before meal.The sumptuous dinner buffet prepared by Caesars Restaurant was relished by everyoneThe proceedings of the day was compered admirably by Dr. Mahohar Prabhu. The celebration drew to an end at with the dazzling baila masala dance.The whole event was captured by Winston (photography) and Alban D’Souza of Blue Ray (videography).
The program for the day commenced with a thanksgiving prayer recited by SWAK vice president Mr. Urban D’Souza, followed by a melodious welcome song sung by SWAK members.
SWAK president, Mr. Alwyn D'Souza, whole heartedly welcomed the chief guest Mr. Valerian Maxim D’Sa & his wife Luiza D’Sa, Rev. Fr. Noel Almeida, sponsors, well-wishers, Shirva Parishioners, committee members & their relatives to the celebration of feast. He called on the attendees to actively participate and enjoy the events of the day. During his welcome speech he highlighted the centenary celebrations of Shirva parish & complimented Mr. Lawrence D’Souza & Mr. Valerian Maxim D’Sa for achieving the papal award for their good work.
SWAK secretary, Doris Lobo, read the annual report. This report contained details of the notable works carried out by SWAK over the past year in aid of the poor and the needy.
Chief Guest, Parish Priest & the sponsors were felicitated by SWAK president Alwyn D'Souza with floral bouquets.
All the office-bearers and committee members of SWAK, together with the Chief Guest, cut the festive cake, as a token of sharing the sweetness and happiness with one and all.
Fr. Noel in his festive message congratulated the Shirva Parishioners on the centenary celebrations of the unity of two churches. He prayed to Holy Mother to bless the association for their continuous good deeds towards the betterment of the community.
Papal award winners Mr. Lawrence D’Souza & Mr. Valerian Maxim D’Sa were appreciated for their notable contributions towards the church through a profile briefing done by Mr. Clifford D’Souza which was followed by their felicitation. Mr. Vally D’Sa was presented with customary shawl, fruits & bouquet, whereas the main sponsor of the event Mr. Lawrence D’Souza could not attend the ceremony as he was out of the country.
Since its inception, every year during the feast , SWAK has been bringing to the limelight, the excellent achievements of committee members’ children by felicitating them with their parents with a token of appreciation. The Education Felicitation of a top outstanding student of 10th standard was sponsored by Mr. Urban & Janet D’Souza in remembrance of their angel daughter Princel Deona D’Souza & that of 12th standard is sponsored by Mr.Nitin Castelino in memory of his father late Thomas Castelino.
The Gulf Voice of Mangalore season 4 winner Morvine Quadras was honored with a bouquet by president Alwyn D’Souza for his outstanding voice. He dedicated a beautiful song (konn ghai thi choli) in memory of Late Wilfy Rebimbus attracting huge applause from the gathering.
A video presentation was organized by Mr. Clifford D’Souza, stressing the importance of team work to successfully drive ahead social activities while creating a better understanding & co-operation among the association members. This was followed by a formal introduction of all the committee members & all the former Presidents till date who had led the association since its inception.
Cultural Secretary Mr. Robert Mathias proposed the vote of thanks. He thanked the sponsors, office-bearers and committee members of SWAK for their all-round support in staging this event.
The contributors of this event were Mr. Lawrence D’Souza (Main Sponsor), Co-Sponsors - DHL Express Kuwait , Sponsors Mr. Valerian D’sa of Khalil Bahman & Partners Company, Mr. Stany Pinto , Toyota Genuine Spare Parts Division of Mohamed Naser Al Sayer Group, Confectionery & Spot Prizes Partner Al-Zahem & Malhotra, Mr. Urban D’Souza, Mr. Nitin Castelino, ,Mr. Sunil Crasta & Fly, Mr. Valerian Nazareth & Fly, Mr. Alban D’Souza (Videography) & Mr. Winston Alphonso (photography) of Blueray digitals, Mr. Pascal Pinto, M/S Crown Logistics, M/S Expat Properties, Mr. Vivek Fernandes & Fly. and all the media partners – Daijiworld.com , Canaraworld.com , Mangalorean.com , and all other donors who lent their whole hearted support to make this event successful and memorable.
A slew of entertainment programmes followed, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed each of them. The classical, solo, duet & group dances were presented by artistes; Baby Danica Monteiro (Varnam – Classical), Baby Avril Mathias (Tu Meri & Bang Bang), Mervis Rego (Fire Ball Pit-bull), Baby Danica DSouza (Satakli), Baby Alisha Gomes & Master Ashwin Correa (Nonsense Ki Night & Tu Meri), Ines Martis & Melina Serrao (Nagada & Iski Uski), Crazy Gang – Astrel Menezes, Carol DSouza, Carlita DSouza, Fevin Fernandes & Nicolas Machado (Palat Tera Hero, Tugle & Naku Muka), Delma, Suzette, Nicole & Daniella (Hindi Fusion). Melodious songs were sung by Rony DCunha & Jasmine DCunha (Hanv Vethango Ghati Devn – Solo & Nach Moja Bangara) & Ashok Barboza & Jyothi Vaz (Ye Pori Ye Pori). Alston Gomes played instrumental (flute, saxophone, trumpet and mouth organ. Urban D’Souza and Alexander Fernandees (Budget Cut Kazar), Manohar Prabhu, Renny Menezes & Anil Menezes entertained the audience with their rib tickling jokes.
Manohar Prabhu & Clifford DSouza engaged the public with spot prizes. DJ Kiran 's music captivated the gathering till the very end .Towards the end, raffle draw conducted by Anil Menezes & Cultural Secretary Robert Mathias. It was followed by the Housie Housie.
The musical support of the entire event was managed by SWAK committee member Mr. Adrian Gomes & Family.SWAK correspondent & spiritual director Rev Fr. Stany Tauro delivered his best wishes & congratulations message via video transmission for the gathering. Fr. Noel Almeida blessed the food & gathered children recited grace before meal.The sumptuous dinner buffet prepared by Caesars Restaurant was relished by everyoneThe proceedings of the day was compered admirably by Dr. Mahohar Prabhu. The celebration drew to an end at with the dazzling baila masala dance.The whole event was captured by Winston (photography) and Alban D’Souza of Blue Ray (videography).
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Kuwait, Apr 23: The executive committee members of Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK), along with their families gathered at Caesars Dakshin Restaurant, Jleeb Shuyoukh, Kuwait on Tuesday April 22 to meet and greet the visiting bishop of Udupi diocese Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo.
The bishop is in Kuwait on an invitation from Kuwait Canara Welfare Association of Kuwait (KCWA), which is scheduled to celebrate its 25th anniversary on Friday April 25.
The programme started with a traditional thanksgiving prayer recited by SWAK gen. secretary Doris Lobo. In her prayer she thanked almighty God for giving such a wonderful opportunity to meet the bishop and exchange views personally. The dais was graced by SWAK president, Alwyn D'Souza who wholeheartedly welcomed Dr.Gerald Isaac Lobo along with Fr Noel Almeida, assistant parish priest, St Daniel Comboni parish, Kuwait, Lawrence D’Souza, proprietor of Caesars Group of Companies and honorary member of SWAK, along with his wife Ann D’Souza and son Ralf D’Souza, general manager of Caesars Group of Companies.
The president also welcomed the committee members and their families to have a one-to-one interaction session with the bishop of Roman Catholic diocese of Udupi.The distinguished guests were felicitated by SWAK president Alwyn D'Souza with floral bouquets. SWAK media representative Clifford D’Souza gave a brief introduction about Kuwait, the advent of Vicariate of Kuwait, its followers and the background of SWAK Kuwait. He explained the active role of SWAK and its constant efforts towards social cause and welfare.
SWAK has completed its existence of 20 years this year in serving the poor and less fortunate with support in education and other basic needs such as shelter, sickness, disabled and various needs.
Soon after the introductory session, vice-president Urban D’Souza shared details of Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo in his early priesthood days and his past connection to Shirva. He reminisced fond memories about the bishop and also focused on his achievements during his tenure as assistant parish priest of Shirva.
Honorary member of SWAK Lawrence D’Souza presented a memento as a token of remembrance to the bishop. Later Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo addressed the SWAK gathering. He too dwelled on his past achievements while serving as assistant parish priest of Shriva soon after he was ordained. Due to his active participation in religious and social events, he knows and remembers every family in Shriva even today. Since Shriva parish is the most popular under Udupi diocese, he has a dream to see many individuals excelling in several fields with higher ranks. Among his various visions, it his desire to elevate Udupi diocese to one of the top most dioceses in India. The bishop shared his views on various aspects and the vision of the newly formed Udupi diocese and expressed his desire to focus on education and representation of community in various fields in government and other sectors.
In his address, the bishop praised SWAK's service to mankind and said although he was away from Shirva, he had maintained a close relation with SWAK through the parish magazine 'Saud Sandesh' for which SWAK is the sponsor. He has personally seen and experienced the good works of SWAK towards the social welfare, he said. Auditor Anil Menezes thanked the guests, organizers and the attendees. He also thanked the Kuwait Canara Welfare Association Kuwait (KCWA) for giving an invaluable opportunity to meet the bishop. A general discussion followed between the bishop and the gathering. Mr.Lawrence D'Souza also thanked the bishop, and he himself being a native of Shirva, pledged his constant support to SWAK endeavors. Fr Noel Almeida said the grace before meal. President Alwyn D’Souza welcomed all for dinner in a traditional style. The sumptuous dinner buffet prepared by Caesars Dakshin Restaurant was relished by everyone.
Konkan Kogull Wilfy Rebimbus, Meena, Vishwas, Veena singing the opening song of the evening "Ek Sangeeth Kutaam Amchen" organised by Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait in 2002
ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ, ಹಾಂಕಾ ಸನ್ಮಾನ್:
2011 ವರ್ಸಾಚ್ಯಾ ರಚನಾ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ ವಿಜೇತ್ ಅನಿ Caesars Group & Restaurents Co. ಹಾಚೆ ಮ್ಹಾಲ್ಹಕ್ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ, ಹಾಂಕಾ ಸನ್ಮಾನ್ ಕರ್ಚೆಂ ಕಾರ್ಯೆಂ Caesars Dakshin Restaurent, Abbasiya ಹಾಂಗಾ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆಂ.
ಹ್ಯಾ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಾಂತ್ ಶಿರ್ವಾಂ ಫಿರ್ಗಜೆಚೆ ವಿಗಾರ್ ವಾರ್ ಅನಿ ವಿಗಾರ್ ಬಾಪ್ ಸ್ಟೇನಿ ತಾವ್ರೊ ಹಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ಸಾಂಗಾತ ಸ್ವಾಕಚ್ಯ ಆಡಳ್ತ್ ಸಮಿತಿಚ್ಯಾ ಸರ್ವ್ ಸಾಂಧ್ಯಾನಿ ಭಾಗ್ ಘೆತ್ಲೊ. ಹ್ಯಾ ಸಂದರ್ಭಾರ್ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ ಅಪ್ಲ್ಯಾ ಕುಟ್ಮಾ ಸಮೇತ್ ಹಾಜರ್ ಜಾಲ್ಲೆ. ಸುರ್ವೆರ್ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ನಿತಿನ್ ಕಸ್ತೆಲಿನೊ ಹಾಣಿ ಯೆವ್ಕಾರ್ ಮಾಗ್ಲೊ, ಅನಿ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಶಾನ್ ಸಯ್ರ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಫುಲಾಂಚೆ ತುರೆ ದೀವ್ನ್ ಸಂತೊಸ್ ಪಾಟಯ್ಲೊ ಅನಿ ಯದಾಸ್ತಿಕಾ ಸವೆಂ ಮಟ್ವಿ ಪರಿಚಯ್ ದಿಲಿ, ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಉರ್ಬಾನ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ’ನ್ ಮಾನ್ ಪತ್ರ್ ವಾಚ್ಲೆಂ,ಅನಿ ಮಾಜಿ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಶ್ ಶ್ರೀ ಅನಿಲ್ ಮಿನೇಜಸ್ ಅನಿ ಅಡ್ರಿಯನ್ ಗೋಮ್ಸ್ ಹಾಣಿ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ’ಕ್ ಶಾಲ್ ಪಾಂಗ್ರುನ್ ಉಲ್ಲಾಸ್ ಪಾಟಯ್ಲೊ.
ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಶ್ ಆಲ್ವಿನ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ’ನ್ ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ತರ್ಫೆನ್ ಸ್ವೀಟ್ಸ್ ದೀವ್ನ್ ಅಭಿನಂದನ್ ಕೆಲೆಂ. ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ರುಚಿಕ್ ಜೆವ್ಣಾ ಸವೆಂ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ್ ಸಂಪ್ಲೆಂ.
2011 ವರ್ಸಾಚ್ಯಾ ರಚನಾ ಪ್ರಶಸ್ತಿ ವಿಜೇತ್ ಅನಿ Caesars Group & Restaurents Co. ಹಾಚೆ ಮ್ಹಾಲ್ಹಕ್ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ, ಹಾಂಕಾ ಸನ್ಮಾನ್ ಕರ್ಚೆಂ ಕಾರ್ಯೆಂ Caesars Dakshin Restaurent, Abbasiya ಹಾಂಗಾ ಚಲವ್ನ್ ವ್ಹೆಲೆಂ.
ಹ್ಯಾ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಾಂತ್ ಶಿರ್ವಾಂ ಫಿರ್ಗಜೆಚೆ ವಿಗಾರ್ ವಾರ್ ಅನಿ ವಿಗಾರ್ ಬಾಪ್ ಸ್ಟೇನಿ ತಾವ್ರೊ ಹಾಂಚ್ಯಾ ಸಾಂಗಾತ ಸ್ವಾಕಚ್ಯ ಆಡಳ್ತ್ ಸಮಿತಿಚ್ಯಾ ಸರ್ವ್ ಸಾಂಧ್ಯಾನಿ ಭಾಗ್ ಘೆತ್ಲೊ. ಹ್ಯಾ ಸಂದರ್ಭಾರ್ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ ಅಪ್ಲ್ಯಾ ಕುಟ್ಮಾ ಸಮೇತ್ ಹಾಜರ್ ಜಾಲ್ಲೆ. ಸುರ್ವೆರ್ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ನಿತಿನ್ ಕಸ್ತೆಲಿನೊ ಹಾಣಿ ಯೆವ್ಕಾರ್ ಮಾಗ್ಲೊ, ಅನಿ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಶಾನ್ ಸಯ್ರ್ಯಾಂಕ್ ಫುಲಾಂಚೆ ತುರೆ ದೀವ್ನ್ ಸಂತೊಸ್ ಪಾಟಯ್ಲೊ ಅನಿ ಯದಾಸ್ತಿಕಾ ಸವೆಂ ಮಟ್ವಿ ಪರಿಚಯ್ ದಿಲಿ, ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಉರ್ಬಾನ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ’ನ್ ಮಾನ್ ಪತ್ರ್ ವಾಚ್ಲೆಂ,ಅನಿ ಮಾಜಿ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಶ್ ಶ್ರೀ ಅನಿಲ್ ಮಿನೇಜಸ್ ಅನಿ ಅಡ್ರಿಯನ್ ಗೋಮ್ಸ್ ಹಾಣಿ ಮಾನೆಸ್ತ್ ಲಾರೆನ್ಸ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ’ಕ್ ಶಾಲ್ ಪಾಂಗ್ರುನ್ ಉಲ್ಲಾಸ್ ಪಾಟಯ್ಲೊ.
ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಶ್ ಆಲ್ವಿನ್ ಡಿಸೋಜಾ’ನ್ ಸ್ವಾಕ್ ತರ್ಫೆನ್ ಸ್ವೀಟ್ಸ್ ದೀವ್ನ್ ಅಭಿನಂದನ್ ಕೆಲೆಂ. ಉಪ್ರಾಂತ್ ರುಚಿಕ್ ಜೆವ್ಣಾ ಸವೆಂ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ್ ಸಂಪ್ಲೆಂ.
Falicitation of Lawrence D`Souza by Shirva parish priest on laters visit to Kuwait in 2012.
His Excellency The Ambassador of India Mr.Prabhu Dayal receiving an Air ticket from SWAK for a run away maid in Embassy Shelter.
Kuwait:. Although SWAK was established with its prime motto being primary education for the poor children in Shirva, over the years SWAK has put in more efforts to raise funds, as a result of which other projects listed below are supported.
Saud Sandesh: 'Saud Sandesh' is a quarterly magazine published by the Shirva Parish for private circulation only, for the Parishners in and outside Shirva in order to give all the local and international news of Shirva Parish and the Parishners. After having started to publish the magazine in the early 90’s the high printing and publishing cost was unable to be met by the funds collected from the local Parishners. Hence SWAK decided to bear a major portion of the cost in order to keep the 'Saud Sandesh' magazine issues being published and so is SWAK involved in giving financial aid for the magazine production. Poor Children’s Education Fund: SWAK having its prime motto which is to provide primary education for the poor children in Shirva, SWAK executive committee in its normal course of conduct allots a major part of its budget towards the 'poor children’s education fund’. Although this financial aid was initially given to poor students from class 1 to class 10 only, it is also presently supporting the pre-degree and degree students in Shirva. The catholic institution heads in Shirva in co-ordination with the SWAK representative in Shirva select the students who are in need of this financial aid. Accordingly as decided by the managing committee the amount is used to provide scholarship, school uniforms, books etc. Aid for students in professional colleges: SWAK has made available a part of its budget to support the poor children of Shirva Parish who get a merit seat in any professional college and are unable to meet the tuition fees. Such students will be partially of fully supported with the tuition fees in order for the student not to discontinue his / her future studies. SWAK member’s death benefit: In case of death of a SWAK member a portion of the SWAK’s budget has been allotted in order to give initial support to his / her family. This benefit is available for members who have paid their annual subscription regularly. SWAK emergency fund: SWAK has allotted a portion of its budget for an emergency fund in order to give financial support for a member in case of extreme emergencies which cannot be overcome by him / her. But this support is available to the members with the involvement of a guarantor who will also have to be a SWAK member. Electric connection for a poor family: SWAK has also been helping in the installation of electric power connection for a poor family in Shirva.
Saud Sandesh: 'Saud Sandesh' is a quarterly magazine published by the Shirva Parish for private circulation only, for the Parishners in and outside Shirva in order to give all the local and international news of Shirva Parish and the Parishners. After having started to publish the magazine in the early 90’s the high printing and publishing cost was unable to be met by the funds collected from the local Parishners. Hence SWAK decided to bear a major portion of the cost in order to keep the 'Saud Sandesh' magazine issues being published and so is SWAK involved in giving financial aid for the magazine production. Poor Children’s Education Fund: SWAK having its prime motto which is to provide primary education for the poor children in Shirva, SWAK executive committee in its normal course of conduct allots a major part of its budget towards the 'poor children’s education fund’. Although this financial aid was initially given to poor students from class 1 to class 10 only, it is also presently supporting the pre-degree and degree students in Shirva. The catholic institution heads in Shirva in co-ordination with the SWAK representative in Shirva select the students who are in need of this financial aid. Accordingly as decided by the managing committee the amount is used to provide scholarship, school uniforms, books etc. Aid for students in professional colleges: SWAK has made available a part of its budget to support the poor children of Shirva Parish who get a merit seat in any professional college and are unable to meet the tuition fees. Such students will be partially of fully supported with the tuition fees in order for the student not to discontinue his / her future studies. SWAK member’s death benefit: In case of death of a SWAK member a portion of the SWAK’s budget has been allotted in order to give initial support to his / her family. This benefit is available for members who have paid their annual subscription regularly. SWAK emergency fund: SWAK has allotted a portion of its budget for an emergency fund in order to give financial support for a member in case of extreme emergencies which cannot be overcome by him / her. But this support is available to the members with the involvement of a guarantor who will also have to be a SWAK member. Electric connection for a poor family: SWAK has also been helping in the installation of electric power connection for a poor family in Shirva.
Rev. Fr. Xavier Gomes with SWAK Managing Committee during his recent visit to Kuwait
SWAK AWARDS
The recipient of SWAK award for the year 2000 is Mr. Benedict Tauro who was a Teacher in the St. Mary’s high school, Shirva. He is also actively involved in SVP unit in Shirva.
The recipient of SWAK award for the year 2001 is Ms. Celestine Rodrigues who was a Teacher in the Don Bosco’s Primary school
Apart from the above mentioned awards SWAK also rewards the students of the catholic institutions in Shirva who stand 1st in their academic final board and University examinations.
Apart from the above mentioned awards SWAK also rewards the students of the catholic institutions in Shirva who stand 1st in their academic final board and University examinations.
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The Kuwait Special award goes to none other than Mr. Lawrence D'souza of Caesar's Group of Restaurants. SWAK remains grateful to Mr. Lawrence D'souza for his support to SWAK ever since SWAK was formed. More over he was like a back bone for the two commercial musical shows which SWAK presented for fund raising viz. Konkani Musical Show featuring Henry D'souza, Melwyn Peris & Dr. Aparna Mayekar in 1998, and Wilfy Nite on 4th October 2002 featuring the Rebimbus family & Walter Nandalike. During every SWAK activities / Programmes etc. Mr. Lawrence has supported financially as well as with guidance. SWAK is proud to have the previledge to say that Mr. Lawrence D'souza hails from Shirva.
The recipient of SWAK award for the year 2002 is Mr. Alban Rodrigues. Mr. Alban Rodrigues is a retired principal of St.Mary's PU college and has served as editor of "Saude Sandesh", the parish magazine
The recipient of SWAK award for the year 2003 is Mr. Ignatius D'Souza. Mr. D'Souza is an active politician, president of Shirva co operative society, member of Shirva Catholic saba, president of Shirva Varado Catholic saba. SWAK has awarded him for his various services rendered for the Shirva and surrounding people.
The recipient of SWAK award for the year 2004 is Mr. Izidore Monis. Mr. Monis is the "Gurkar" of Palame Vard. SWAK has awarded him for his various services rendered in the field of religious, political, social as well as agricultural. Also SWAK awarded Miss Rushel Pereira for securing 9th rank in BA from Managlore University.
The recipient of SWAK award for the year 2005 is Mr. Augustine Gomes. He is the President & Managing Trustee of Manasa Rehabilitation & Training Centre, Pamboor. He has served as the vice president of Shirva Parish, vice president of Shirva Varado Catholic Sabha. Since 18 years he is serving as the Gurkar of Shirva Ward, and is also in the Shirva Parish Finance Committee. SWAK has awarded him for the various services rendered.
In 2009 SWAK honored Mr. Pascal Pinto .Social Worker, prominent leader as well as Senior NRI in Kuwait, for his community service.
The recipient of SWAK award for the Year 2010 is Mr.Simon Pinto for his dedicated work to the Shirva Parish. SWAK has awarded him for the various services rendered.
The recipient of SWAK award for the Year 2010 is Mr.Paul D'souza for his dedicated work to the Shirva Parish & Mangalore Diocese . SWAK has awarded him for the various services rendered.
The recipient of SWAK award for the Year 2010 is Mr.Paul D'souza for his dedicated work to the Shirva Parish & Mangalore Diocese . SWAK has awarded him for the various services rendered.
The recipient of SWAK award for the Year 2011 is Mr.Archie Meneges for his dedicated work to the Community . SWAK has awarded him for the various services rendered.