St. Francis Xavier feast celebrated in Karachi The feat of St. Francis Xavier, the Patron of the East was celebrated in Karachi by the parishioners of St. Anthony's on December 3. The evening's program included a Mass which was followed by a variety program high lightening the culture of Goa. The Goan anthem of "Proud to be a Goan' was melodiously sung to remind the Goans in attendance of their proud heritage. A tri-lingual ( English, Urdu and Konkani) skit too was presented which sent the crown roaring with laughter. During the program, the tasty snacks brought by the parishioners were shared by all.
Later, that night the Karachi Goan Association hosted their annual dinner in honor of the saint which was preceded by a Mass and followed by a medley of Konkani songs. Karachi's other Goan Association, the Goan Union also had a Mass followed by a dinner. Michael Ali
