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Festive Greetings To Our Readers
With Christmas and New Year round the corner, it's that time of the year to be merry and joyous. It’s time to celebrate the warmth of the season and spread the cheer around your family and loved ones.
For Goans in Bahrain, the feast of St. Francis Xavier at Sacred Heart Church is the beginning of the festive season every year. This year Goans are overjoyed as His Excellency Bishop Felipe Neri Ferrao, the Archbishop of Goa, is scheduled to celebrate the feast Mass.
It is our sincere wish that the joy and peace of this season may reach every home and heart. We extend special greetings to all our readers for
A Happy Feast of St. Francis Xavier
Merry Christmas and
A Happy New Year 2017.
Yours Truly
= GR Crasto
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Konkani Proverb
Allxiacho disuch soronam.
Vaur kortoleak ratui pavonam.
(Fuasto V.a Costa - Varkem, Goem)
Niyallunk-Kovnam
Faleanchea disachem chintun
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Aiz ghoddta tem az xarti pavoi
Faleamcho dis konnem dekla ?
(Daniel F. de Souza - Vasku, Goem)
Petition For Voting Rights: Qatar based Simon D’Silva has
Bozo: Ajea, Modi Sorkaran 500 ani 1000 noticher bondi ghatlea tachea vixim tujem mot kitem. Hea tachea paula udhexim kallo duddu ani corruption unnem zatelem xem dista tuka ?
Azo: Are Bojea, kallo duddu kitlo porot sorkari tizorent etolo to sangunk anv xekonam, pun corruption bond zaumche suater vaddpachi bhirant asa.
Bozo: Toxem kiteak mhunntai tum, Ajea ?
Azo: Are Bojea, zuimsor tujem kosleim kam korunk ozarachi note bribe diumchi podtali, thuimsor atam 2 ozaranchi nott diuchi podteli.
Bozo: Hem zalear sarkem tujem, Ajea. Anik akasmat he notimcher bondhi ghalun, sadea munxeak sorkaran sarkoch trasant ghatlo. Bolsant aslolo nott cholonam anik bankint aslolo poixo kaddunk mellonam. Gorib sadea munxean kitem korpachem.
Azo: Are Bojea, Gorib sadea munxeanim focot tankam panch vorsanim vote diupachem. Amchi nott cholonam tem tankam podonk nam. Chol atam, anvuim bankint linnink lagunk vetam. Dev amchi kaklut korum !
= Bap'pa Bahreinkar
filed a petition in the Supreme Court of India seeking direction, in respect of granting online, postal ballot voting/rights to non resident Goans and Indians who are staying overseas. The petition points out that over 5 lakh Goans reside outside India for employment or education purpose and a substantial number are residents of the Gulf and Middle East countries. The petition came up for hearing before a division bench of the Supreme Court on November 18. After hearing the petition filed by D’Silva the Supreme Court of India was pleased to issue notice to the Union of India, the respondent therein, and accordingly the matter has been ordered to be listed in 8 weeks. Simon D’Silva (seen here with Digvijay Singh of the Congress), president of Goan Welfare Association, Qatar, is also the president of the Global Goan Chamber of Commerce. Our editor, GR Crasto, and community leader, Francis Correia, are on the panel of the Global Goan Chamber of Commerce.
Feast of St. Francis Xavier: The Feast of St. Francis Xavier
will be celebrated at the Sacred Heart Church, Manama, on December 5, 2016, with a concelebrated Feast Mass at 7 p.m. Most Rev. Felipe Neri Ferrao, The Archbishop of Goa and Daman will be the main celebrant at the Feast Mass. Rev. Fr. Jesus Rodrigues from Goa is especially in Bahrain conducting the novenas in preparation for the feast. All arrangements for the novenas and feast are made by the Konkani Community of Sacred Heart Church (KCSHC). Fr. Gaspar Fernandes is the Spiritual Director of the (KCSHC). All services are conducted in Konkani. Xit-Koddi joins our community in welcoming His Excellency Bishop Felipe Neri Ferrao to Bahrain.
Once Again ‘Nachom-ia Kumpasar’: The Konkani
Community of Sacred Heart Church, in association with Young Goans Club will be screening the popular Konkani film “Nachom-ia Kumpasar” at Our Lady Of Arabia Auditorium on December 8 at 7.30 p.m. Nachom-ia Kumpasar, tells the love story of two jazz musicians through over 20 popular Konkani songs from the 1960s and 1970s that have been re-recorded for this film. The film is set in the 1960s and is a tribute to the 'unsung' Konkani musicians of that era. The film is directed by Bardroy
‘Aiz tuka iskolak paunk, itlo uxir kiteak zalo ?’, tticherin Johnink vinchar kelo.
‘Maim ani pai, ghara lagim zogodtalim’, Johnin zabab dilo.
‘Maim-pai zogodtalim, zalear tum kitem refree also ?’, tticherin Johnink ragan vincharlem.
‘Nam tticher. Mhojo ek mocho maimchea hatant zalear dusro mocho paichea hatant also. Tanchim zogdim kobar zatoch moche ghalun ailam.’ Johnin tticherik zap dili.
Barretto, who will grace the screening in Bahrain with his presence along with co-producer Carmo Santos. Tickets for the show are available at the church compound. For more details contact Fr. Gaspar Fernandes (Mob: 3911123), Gerard Fernandes (Mob: 38412300), Steve Savio Saldanha (Mob: 33061077) or GR Crasto (36736383). This is the third show of ‘Nachom-’ia Kumpasar’ in Bahrain. Earlier the film was screened at Al Hamra Cinema on 5th and 7th June 2015, in association with our e-Newsletter Xit-Koddi.
YGC Diary: The Young Goans Club (YGC) will be hosting a “Dine with the Bishop”, where invitees can partake of a sumptuous buffet in the presence of His Excellency, Most Reverend Felipe Neri Ferrao. The Archbishop of Goa will be in Bahrain as main celebrant for the Feast of St. Francis Xavier at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bahrain on Monday, 5 December. The event by YGC is on December 7 at Swiss International Palace Hotel from 7:30 pm onwards. Meanwhile the 64th Annual Day celebrations of YGC along with a Christmas tree party for children are scheduled for December 10. The two-men band GNI Project will be in attendance for the event at Swiss International Palace Hotel from 8 p.m. onwards. Bardroy Barretto, the director of renowned Konkani film 'Nachom-ia Kumpasar' will be the guest of honour at the Annual Day celebrations. For further details of the YGC events, committee members can be contacted on 33778199, 39213405, 34404013 or 39881984.
Goa To Be Cashless State
The Commissioner of Commercial Taxes has asked all manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers, dealers and other traders in Goa to make arrangements for cashless transactions at their establishments, effective December 31, 2016. Commercial Tax officers of each talukas have been instructed to visit the business places and verify compliance and report to the commissioner within 15 days. Goa is likely to become the first State in the country to go cashless from December 31. However, cash transactions will not be banned as of now.
OBITUARY
John M. Rodrigues (Bahrain): Congratulations to the team of Xit-Koddi for completing 6 years of publication. It is a good source of news to the Bahrain Goans across the globe. Your new column giving updates on ex-Bahrainkars settled in Goa is praise worthy. Thanks to John Rebello for reporting from Goa. Look forward to read about many of our past Bahrain Goans now settled back home.
The Annual Awards presentation ceremony of Sacred Heart
Sandy Martins
Of Velim, Goa.
Died in Bahrain
On November 10, 2016.
Our condolences to his family and may his soul rest in peace.
Sacred Heart Church
A pilgrimage to Europe from February 20, 2017 is being organized by the Sacred Heart Church. Registration forms are available at the parish office.
The Christmas and New Year Dinner Dance of Sacred Heart Church will be held on Thursday, December 29 at Our Lady of Arabia Auditorium from 8.00 pm to 12.00 midnight. Tickets are available with all Community Coordinators.
School was held on November 19. Xit-Koddi CONGRATULATES all children of our community who were honoured for their excellence at academics. ‘Amchim Bhurghim – Amchi Girestkai.’ We are proud to feature some of the children that caught our attention. Valanka Souza, daughter of Xaverina and Nazareth Souza was awarded certificates for her top scores in Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Religion and Handwriting. Natasha Fernandes came out with flying colours in Science and Christian Religion. She is the daughter of Nisha and Eusepio Fernandes. Chrishya Kendra DaCosta, brought joy to her parents Jeffry and Poonam DaCosta achieving high grades in mathematics and standing among the shining stars of Sacred Heart School. ‘We are proud of you’ said Priscilla and Remiz to their son Reagan Fernandes, as he secured awards with excellence in Christian Religion, Environmental Studies, Mathematics and Proficiency in Hindi language. ‘Well Done Son’ complimented Bibiana and David to their son Aaron D’Costa. Aaron was awarded for Proficiency in English literature, English language and French language. He also got certificates for excellence in Christian Religion, History, Geography, Mathematics and Science. Gracy and Agnelo expressed happiness of their son Alvino Pinheiro, achieving award with excellence in Mathematics. The kids featured here, received awards for excelling in their respective classes. Xit-Koddi wishes the children continued success and compliments their parents as well.
.......... that Chris Perry served the film industry for over twenty-five years as assistant to Hindi film music directors. He performed in many Hindi films notably in Kabhi Khabi and Trishul.
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Agnivo & Dadsy Martins
There are very few persons, who will make a meaningful relationships with people around them, and give and seek friendship, love, attention and approval in a social context. One such couple Xit-Koddi has come across within our community in Bahrain is Agnivo and Dadsy Martins. The ever-patriotic Goan couple, that has often patronized and assisted organizers of Goan events in Bahrain, is scheduled to bid goodbye to Bahrain shortly.
Agnivo arrived in Bahrain in the year 1975, to work for EurEast Trading as a Manager. His employment with the same company till today for over 40 years, speaks volumes of his dedication and loyalty to the company. He was with the Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Dadar, Mumbai, in their administrative office for 5 years before taking up employment in Bahrain. Dadsy joined her husband Agnivo in Bahrain with their 9 month-old son, Anush in 1981. Seven years later, their daughter Muriel was born in Bahrain. Dadsy initially worked with A.K. Almoayed and then joined Deeko Bahrain, where she has worked for over 21 years as Sales Coordinator. Both their children did their initial schooling in Bahrain, completed their graduation in Goa and moved back to Bahrain for employment. Their son Anush is now settled in Australia with his wife Joann and son Asher, whereas daughter Muriel has recently moved to the United Kingdom with her husband, Jason Rebello. Agnivo became a member of Young Goans Club soon after his arrival into Bahrain. Agnivo and Dadsy hold the club in high esteem as a meeting and socializing place for all Goans on the island. The couple always made it a point to support Goan activities in Bahrain by their presence as well as by lending a helping hand to the organizers. With her flair for cooking Goan dishes, Dadsy will be missed as a regular supporter of the ‘Goan Cuisine’ at the Sacred Heart Church Annual Family Day. ‘We will fondly miss the Church and Club activities. Over the years, Bahrain has become our first home. All the friends that we made in Bahrain have turned into a large family for us. The good old days at Young Goans Club will always reign in our hearts. The kind and loving people of Bahrain will never be forgotten’, said the couple to Xit-Koddi. The couple, originally from Baga, Velim, now has a sweet home in Navelim. Xit-Koddi wishes Agnivo and Dadsy a peaceful and happy future as they move into next stage of life.
LUCAS R. COLACO
Many will remember Lucas R. Colaco, hailing from Boctavaddo, Chorao Goa. He spent 23 years in Bahrain - from 1976 to 1999. Lucas was employed with the British Bank of the Middle East (now HSBC) as Trade Finance Officer during his tenure in Bahrain. He loved to socialise with our community and held the posts of Assistant Treasurer and Secretary of Young Goans Club (YGC) for two different terms. He had a serious car accident in Bahrain, which led to his leaving the island for good.
Rose his wife, an enthusiastic darts player had won many darts tournament held under the banner of Young Goans Club. She worked with Arabian Aviation and the couple had three children, who were all born in Bahrain. Their elder daughter Cherie, works for Hawker Pacific as a Senior Logistics Administrator in Jebel Ali and the other daughter Charmaine, works for Citibank as a Trainer in Dubai. Their son Cyrus is in Goa working for HDFC bank for brokerage and securities. Lucas recollects the glorious days at YGC. ”Bahrain is like our second home because during our time YGC was buzzing with all kinds of activity like the celebration of village feasts like the Bandra fest, as also dances, games, hockey, football etc. YGC, I am sure, all will agree was the best club among the other expatriate clubs in the Kingdom” sighed, Lucas.. When Lucas retired and came back to Goa at the age of 60, he renovated and rented out a few shops in Porvorim. At present he is thoroughly enjoying his retired life. Says Lucas: “The struggle that we all faced being away from our home country now seems worth it. I am reliving my younger years by meeting up with relatives and friends, going on fishing trips, Tiatrs and celebrating everything Goa has to offer. I also occasionally do volunteer work such as being recently the treasurer at our local church. I feel, it is very important to give back to the community”. His message to Goans in Bahrain is: “You all know Goans in our beloved Goa are diminishing in numbers, day by day and our Goykarponn is disappearing as more and more migrants are coming in, as if it is like the "Gulf" for them. My advice to those who are returning to Goa and who love Goa: please save your hard earned money for your retirement and if you have some skills, start a small business so that you can get a regular income and your savings will not get depleted”, lamented Lucas with seriousness in his tone. He complimented Xit-Koddi, for the hard work and dedication that the Editor and the team are doing in connecting Goans worldwide. In a very special way he thanked GR Crasto, John Rebello and offered his best wishes for providing the readers with informative and refreshing news about the Goan community in Bahrain. He also sends his wishes to all Goans working in Bahrain and especially to Francis Correia and Pio Fernandes.
Lucas has been kind enough to allow us to publish his contact no. (9921944100) and his email id (lrcolaco@yahoo.com,) for the convenience of those who may wish to contact him.
Ribandar - Champions of Inter-Village League: Ribandar clinched the championship of Goans 7-A-side inter village football league played at Riffa Sports club grounds. Bastora and
Rivona were placed second and third on the league table. Navelim and Cansaulim were the other two teams that participated in the league sponsored by M4 Oil Manufacturing Co. Francis Correia is seen in the picture, handing over the championship trophy to the winners, at the end of league matches on November 19. A team of enthusiastic footballers comprising of Joy Corda, Osbin Pinto, Moses Dias, Bobby Fernandes and Hilary Sanches were part of the organising committee of this league played over two months on every Fridays.
North Goa Leading: North Goa (Green) are leading the table at the All Goa Goans 7-A-Side Football league played at Dasman grounds in Gudaibiya. North Goa (Orange), South Goa (Yellow) and South Goa (Maroon) are the other teams participating in the league sponsored by SVM Goans. Matches are played on Fridays.
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