April 23, 2023: Naidod’s Vado Divas was celebrated by the Vado members. All the families from the ward participated in the Sunday 7:15 am mass to celebrate the Liturgy and experience Spirituality. A formal function was held at Mrs. Precilla M. Dsouza’s house. Function began by invoking Prayer led by Stella Fernades. Rev. Fr. Nelson Peris Assistant Parish Priest gave Gospel Reflection. Ward Gurkar – David Benjamine Mathias welcomed All. Former Ward Gurkar Richard Menezes was felicitated by the Parish Priest and Assistant Parish Priests for his 11 years of service as ward Gurkar. Dr. Renita Monis was honored for her PhD from VTU Belagavi. Captain Noel Lobo, Disha Mathias, Evan Jude Dsouza, Ivan Dsouza, and Aurell Saldanha were felicitated. Prizes were awarded to the winners of the singing and Bible quiz.

The Parish Priest, V. Rev. Fr. Dr. Leslie D’souza, addressed the gathering and gave his wishes for Vado Divas. The Assistant Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Rolwyn Aranha, offered the ‘Prayer before Meals. The Superior of Auxilium convent Shirva Sr. Lima Rose and Sr. Jamma, Shirva Parish Pastoral Council Secretary Mrs. Flavy Dsouza, 20 commission Coordinator Mrs. Leena Machado, Neighbouring Ward Gurkars were present during this occasion. M. J. Mathias compered the program and Jovita Mendonca proposed the formal vote of thanks. Vado Divas ended with lunch.