Monthi Festh at MKCA USA

As the feast of Monthifest was celebrated by the Christians around the world with devotion of pomp, the Mangalorean Konkan Christians Association (MKCA/USA) celebrated it with its true spirit and in unison with current events worldwide.  This event signifies the pure and simple love and devotion of Mother Mary in accepting the heavenly call and sharing her life towards betterment of human race.  This event provides Christians worldwide to share and hold their unity and nurturance towards their close kith and kin.  The event signifies, offering of new crop to the Creator and rejoicing the harvest of new crop. Christians around Illinois and surrounding States as well as the visitors from India and Arabian countries attended the event.

The program began with a procession with children carrying flowers to express their love, respect and devotion to Mother Mary, which was culminated by offering a single most beautiful flower to the statue of Infant Mary.  With the singing of “Sokkod Sangatha Mellyam” and “Moriyek Hogollsiyam”, children were rejoicing with admiration and joy.

The Holy Eucharist was conducted by Rev. Fr. Henry Sequeira in Konkani and English.  In his Homily, Fr. Sequeira gave a simple and wonderful message that how we all can be simple and devote our lives in helping others, without expecting anything in returns.  He stated that although Jesus had divine origin, HE was also a human and the human part of HIM was nurtured and developed by HIS mother – Mother Mary.  Fr. Sequeira said, Mother Mary taught Jesus the culture, the Aramaic language, the fashion of clothing, the humble interaction with fellow human beings and many more.  The Hymns were sung exclusively in Konkani by the celebrants present.
Fr. Sequeira blessed the new crop (Novem), which was brought in from India especially for this program by Neville and Melissa Miranda. All the audience partaken the “Novem” in roce.

As a mark of respect to the tragic event of 9/11 ten years ago, compeer Dr. Austin D’Souza Prabhu, expressed how the world has changed and there is constant threat of terrorism worldwide even after the tragic incident of 9/11. As a reminder to younger generation, Austin stated that 10 years ago how the terrorist brought down the two tallest buildings of New York, attacked Pentagon by killing thousands of innocent people from all walks of life.   In memory of this tragedy and to honor the innocent lives lost, all the audience rose and sang “God Bless America”.

The MKCA President, Queenie Mendonca welcomed the audience present and thanked them for their great support and fellowship.

The cultural program was initiated by Roopa Misquita by involving all the audiences present by conducting a unique game of “How well you know thy yourself!”   It’s a game whereby a member sitting beside you explain your character and personality and audience guess who it is.  Both young and old enjoyed this game very much.  It was dancing time for couples and others to the tune of new D.J. Allen Martis and Joswin Mendonca.

There were wonderful bonanza of vegetarian dishes along with “Sannam” (idli) and “Dalichem Vorn” for the dinner to relish on.  In addition, there was a fish item introduced in the menu for the first time in order to integrate the tradition of northern part of greater Mangalorean Diocese, where Monthifest is celebrated with variety of fish dishes. It was an idea of Mr. James Fernandes, one of the founder members of MKCA/USA.  All the dishes were home-made by MKCA family members.  The audience were happy, content and savored all the Mangalorean dishes for their heart’s content!
The attendees enjoyed the hit songs of Konkani sung by the members present.  The General Secretary of the Association, Francis Mascarenhas proposed vote of thanks. He specially thanked the members who prepared the variety of dishes for the program.  He thanked all the members who have worked hard directly or indirectly for the success of this program.  The cultural program culminated with the singing of “Loudathe Dominum”.

The D.J. entertained the members present with variety of hit songs of Konkani, Hindi, Spanish and English.  This program was a great success under able leadership of event chairperson Godwin Rego

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Veteran Practitioner of Barkur, Dr.Shehshagiri expired

With profound grief, Team barkuronline.com announces the sad demise of veteran physician of Barkur Dr.Sheshagri Rao. One man, since 1950, dedicated and spent his life, like a mission, in the service of humanity, in health care or medicine in our Barkur, and for a record over 50 long years, Dr.Rao breathed his last at 04.30 p.m. today (13/09/2011).

Funeral is scheduled at 0915 p.m. on 13th September.

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Bus rams into Rikshaw in Barkur Bus Stand, Miraculous Escape of Rikshaw driver

A speeding bus arriving from Mandarthi , rammed into a stationery Auto Rikshaw parked in the bus stand. Auto Rikshaw driver Shrinivas  escaped major mishap miraculously with some minor bruises as he was sitting at the back seat of the parked Rikshaw. He was treated for minor injuries.  

It is said that the negligence and over speeding of the Bus driver caused the accident, completely destroying the Auto Rikshaw.

News n Pics Dr.Manoj Maxim D'Souza

Hot Chix, Fast Food outlet at Manipal, a Barkurian venture

“HOT CHIX” as the name suggests has the fun quotient that is mischievous, fun, joyful and all that you want to be. While the name suggests that they are hot and happening and  are much more than that, they are spicy, yummy and juicy. That is how their patrons have been describing their products from the last 5 years.

In the year 2007, It all started in Bangalore, India.  Gregory Lobo a chef by profession was trying out a special recipe he had created with a blend of herbs and seasonings for the fried chicken for a party he had organized and all his friends after tasting the chicken at the party echoed in unison ”HOT CHIX”, Now, all those present were more than happy to be a part of the wonderful session that they called themselves Chicito’s as a honorary membership to the club of HOT CHIX.

Franchisee owner Dolphy Mascarenhas hailing from Kudru, Barkur, is the eldest son of Robert and Benedicta Mascarenhas , graduated in Hotel management from American Institute of Hotel Management, Mumbai. After short stint at Ramada Group of hotels in Mumbai, Doplhy moved on the assignments offshore with P & O cruises (Carnival UK) as Restaurant Manager  and gained lot of experience in the hospitality industry for more than 18 years. Now he  has joined hands with Chef Lobo with this unique franchise for first time in undivided Dakshina Kannada District .

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Franklin Fernandes Barkur Elected as Vice President of ICYM Udupi District

Franklin Fernandes, former president of ICYM Barkur unit is elected as the Vice President of the ICYM Udupi District. A graduate of commerce from SMS College Brahmavar, Franklin is the son of Leena and Fredrick Fernandes of Nagermutt-Pandeshwar ward. He has proved his mettle as a dynamic youth leader at ICYM Barkur and lead the Barkur unit in various capacities over the past few years. A versatile actor and master of ceremonies, he has conducted many programs and acted in many plays and known for his side splitting comedy acts in numerous skits including Expressions 2009 and Sargam 2010.

Team barkuronline.com congratulate the young leader for his new assignment and wishes him all the best for all his endeavors.

Yuva Samavesh 2011 at Barkur

A Seminar on Personality Development, Yuva Samavesh 2011 was organised t at Barkur by Indian Catholic Youth Movement.  Rev. Fr.Alban D’Souza, the new Parish Priest of Barkur, inaugurated the  seminar. Vice President of parish council, Mrs Eugine Quadras,  Resource person for the seminar, Leslie Rego, and the ICYM  animators  Herald D’Souza and Mrs Noreen Lobo were present on the dias.

After the introductory session , the ace compere of Mangalore , the resource person of the day took over  and delivered the talk on “Personality Development” in his impeccable style , which was well received by about 50 youngsters  gathered for the seminar.

New council members for  ICYM for the year 2011-2012 were elected during the occasion . The newly formed committee are ,

President : Austin  D’Almeida, Nagarmutt
Secretary: Jasmine Andrade, Nagarmutt"
Vice president (Male): Patson  D’Almieda Kachur
Vice president (Female): Janice  D’Souza, Hosala
Joint secretary : Lowzin Pereira , Hanehalli
Treasurer : Jasmine Mendonca, Hanehalli
Cultural Secretary: Rickson Picardo,  Hosala and
Sports Secretary : Damian Fernandes, Kachcur

Some games and activities were conducted by Dr Manoj Maxim D’Lima. Sumptuous  lunch was enjoyed by all present . Afternoon session was cancelled due to heavy rains and floods at Barkur.

The new ICYM committee took their oath on Sunday, 24/07/2011, after the holy mass.

News n Pics by Franklin Fernandes

Members of  St. Peter's Association (S.P.A.) Barkur-Mumbai, are on pilgrimage of Holy Land

Some members of St. Peter's Association (S.P.A.) Barkur-Mumbai along with their family members are visiting Holy Land of ISRAEL from 24th July, 2011. A group of 25 people including, former Presidents (Felix Barnes , Henry Roche, Richard Carvalho along with their families) and Present President Peter Furtado & Family  and others are initially will travel to ISRAEL and from there the team will travel to EGYPT and will return to Mumbai on 31st of July.

Team barkuronline.com and all the members of SPA (Barkur) Mumbai wish the pilgrims all the best and happy journey.

Biggest flood for the last 15 years

And it still continuous to rain, cats and dogs....

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Obituary

Louis D'Souza (83), Retired Teacher, Halekody, Barkur, H/O Cecelia D'Souza Father of Jane/Roney, Zhancy/Antony, Johnson/Vinitha, Jasmine/Frankie, passed away on July 11 2011.

Funeral Cortege leaves residence at 03.30 pm on 15th July 2011, for mass followed by burial at the church of St.Peter, Barkur

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