Mariyolla:

Good afternoon, everyone! And a very warm welcome to all of you who have joined us today as the Community of the
Risen Lord celebrates its 11th anniversary! We are so happy to have you join us. I would like to handover the mic to the
MC’s of the day Darlene and Zarine.
Meet Dynamic Darlene, a vibrant professional from the HR industry who has been an integral part of our community for
the past two years, bringing her energy and warmth to every gathering.
And say hello to Zeasty Zarine, whose spirited presence and decade-long journey with us have made her a cherished
pillar of our celebrations and traditions.

D & Z: Thank you, Sister Mariyolla, for your warm and gracious words.
Darlene
Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ!
With joy in our hearts, we extend a very warm welcome to each of you as we celebrate the 11th Anniversary of our
Community.
May this day be filled with gratitude, unity, and the powerful presence of the Holy Spirit. To maintain a joyful, respectful,
and well-organized environment, we request your cooperation in following these simple rules:

Zarine
 1. Keep phones on silent or vibrate mode. Let’s respect performances, prayers, and announcements. Avoid loud
conversations during the program or speeches.
2. Maintain cleanliness. Use designated dustbins. Do not litter the premises.
3. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please discourage children from running around or
playing in the main event area. Ensure children are seated during the program unless otherwise specified (e.g.
games or dance).Applaud and encourage performers – especially the children!
4. Let’s celebrate with joy, harmony, and a spirit of togetherness.

Darlene
At the very outset we would like to honour our distinguished guests who have joined us today
I now invite Brother Freddy to come forward and present a bouquet to Father Fio Mascarenhas. Father Fio has been a
long-time mentor, guide, and cherished friend to Brother Freddy. He is also our beloved Spiritual Director, and today, we
take this moment to honour him with this small token of our love and gratitude.

Zarine
We now take this moment to extend a heartfelt welcome to our Rev. Sister Gail. Requesting our pastoral leader Avril
Dsouza to present a boq of flowers. Sister Gail is the provincial of Mary immaculate girls’ high school; she is known to
us for a long time and has been a principal in the past
Darlene
We now honour our distinguished chief guest’S for this celebration.
We invite Sr. Mariyolla, our Sr. women leader, to present a bouquet to Sr. Kathleen, the Administrator of Mary
Immaculate High School.
Sr. Kathleen has been a pillar of strength and unwavering support to our community, and we are deeply grateful for her
presence with us today.
Next ,Inviting Our pastoral leader, Sunita D’Cunha to honour Sr. Lavina, the Principal of MIG School.. Sr.Lavina has
always extended her cooperation and support with a generous spirit, and we thank her and all the Sisters for their love,
prayers, and abundant blessings over the years.

Zarine
We are also blessed to have with us Mr. Alwyn D’Souza and Mr. Jay, who have graciously accepted the responsibility of
serving as the Company Secretaries of our Trust. To honour them, we call upon Vivian D’Cunha to present them with a
bouquet. Both Alwyn and Jay are highly respected professionals, and we are truly privileged to have their expertise and
guidance in managing our Trust affairs.And now, with immense joy and heartfelt gratitude, we invite our mens group
leader & Youth leader Mr. Patrick Dsouza, to come forward and present a bouquet to Brother Freddy Kostka and his
dear wife Mariyolla Kostka.
Brother Freddy is the guiding light and leads our Community together with Mariyolla by his side. They have sown seeds
of faith, nurtured this community with tireless dedication, prayer, patience, and love — helping it grow and flourish over
the past 11 WONDERFUL years.
Let us honour them for the legacy they continue to build in making disciples in Christ Jesus.
GROUP PHOTO WITH ALL CHIEF GUEST AND FR.

Darlene
Let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've shared as a community.
For the past eleven years, this community has been a beacon of faith, a place where we've found strength and support
in our shared love for Jesus Christ. Here, we've built strong families, not just by blood, but through the bond of Christian
fellowship. We’ve encouraged one another, learned together, prayed together, and grown in grace — always striving to
walk more closely with Christ.
Theme for this year : Matthew 28:18-20
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy
Spirit,
We’ve seen this mission come alive through families who pray together, couples rooted in Christ, and individuals who
step forward with courage and obedience to serve.
When we look around today, we don’t just see members — we see disciples, and we see missionaries in daily life:
 Husbands and wives standing together in faith
 Youth on fire for the Gospel
 Seniors mentoring the next generation
 Leaders stepping forward with humility and boldness
Each one of us has a unique role to play in this mission. And together, we form a powerful body in Christ.
Zarine:
So today, as we celebrate 11 years of God’s faithfulness, let us renew our commitment to our mission. Let’s continue to
Make disciples — growing, serving, and going forth together.
As it is written in John 15:16,“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear
fruit—fruit that will last.”
May the fruit of our lives, our families, and our community always reflect the love and light of Christ. Let us now stand
and begin our celebration by raising our voices in praise and worship of our Lord Jesus Christ!
We welcome Br Patrick Dsouza, our Youth leader along with the youth music ministry to lead us in a time of praise and
workship.

.Mariyolla:
What a beautiful time of worship we've experienced — truly, the presence of the Lord was in our midst.
As we celebrate this 11th Anniversary, may our hearts grow in gratitude for God’s abundant goodness and may we be
inspired to continue serving Him with renewed faith and joy.
Patrick:
Having worshipped the Lord with our voices and hearts, let us now continue in worship through a graceful prayer dance
presented by our women— a heartfelt expression of thanksgiving for His unwavering faithfulness over the past decade.
Patrick:
That dance was truly an expression of devotion! Now, to share his reflections on our community's journey and
the importance of the harvest theme, let's welcome our dear leader, Br. Freddy Kostka.
Patrick to introduce Br, Freddy
A man of wisdom, faith, and unwavering dedication, Br. Freddy has journeyed with this community through its
seasons of growth, sowing seeds of encouragement and nurturing hearts with his gentle leadership.
As we celebrate 11 years and reflect on the theme of Harvest, let us open our hearts to receive his reflections
on how far we’ve come and the grace that continues to sustain us.
Please join me in warmly welcoming Br. Freddy Kostka.

Darlene
Thank you, Br Freddy, for your inspiring words, which have given us a sense of urgency to what the Lord is
saying, not only to us as a community, but to all of us gathered here to go forth and make disciples in Christ.
Now, let us take a moment to go down memory lane — a time to reflect, rejoice, and remember.
We present to you a video flashback of the past year, capturing the milestones, memories, and moments that show
how beautifully this community has grown — in faith, fellowship, and mission.
It’s a glimpse into how the Lord has been at work in our midst, shaping us into a stronger, more united body of Christ.
To walk us through this special presentation, I now invite Brother Freddy to share the video and take us through this
journey of grace.
Let’s watch and give thanks!

Zarine
What a moving and powerful reminder of how far the Lord has brought us! Each moment captured in that presentation
reflects the love, unity, and commitment that bind us as a community rooted in Christ.
As we celebrate all that God has done, it is now time to turn our hearts toward the Word and wisdom that will
guide us forward.
We are deeply blessed to have with us today Rev. Fr. Fio Mascarenhas, our beloved Spiritual Director — a man of
deep prayer, insight, and unwavering faith. He is 82 years old, a Jesuit for 61 years, a priest for 50 years.
He is Emeritus Chairman of the Catholic Bible Institute, Mumbai (1979-2021).
Pope Benedict XVI nominated him to participate as an “expert” at the 2008 Synod of Bishops in Rome on “The Word of
God in the life of the Church” and also in 2005 on “The Eucharist”
He was awarded the Doctor of Ministry degree (Biblical Spirituality) by the Catholic Theological Union, Chicago.
Fr. Fio, is a past Director and then Chairman (1981-1987) of the International Council for Catholic Charismatic Renewal,
resident in Vatican City.
He has visited over 80 countries to preach at Clergy Retreats, Bible Seminars, and Leaders Conferences.
He has authored 26 books (9 co-authored with Dr Renu Rita Silvano), and several of them published in many foreign
and Indian languages.Fr. Fio has been a mentor and guide not only to our leaders but to many of us in our personal
walk with the Lord.With great joy and reverence, I now invite Fr. Fio to come forward and share the message God has
placed on his heart for us on this special occasion.Let us welcome him with a warm round of applause.MC (After Fr.
Fio’s Message):
Thank you, Fr. Fio, for your uplifting and encouraging message.
Your words have stirred our hearts, and your presence continues to be a pillar of strength and wisdom for our
community.We are truly grateful for your guidance, your prayerful support, and the depth of experience you so
generously share with us. May God continue to bless you abundantly in your ministry.
Darlene:

MC (Introducing Sr. Catheline):

We are now delighted to acknowledge and welcome Sister Catheline, the Administrator of Mary Immaculate High
School.
With years of leadership as a former principal, Sister Catheline has been a steady support to our Community of the
Risen Lord. Her kindness, openness, and generosity of spirit have always been a blessing to us.
Sister, it is truly a joy to have you with us today. Requesting you sister to share your thoughts and joy with us.
After message:
We thank you for your presence and for walking this journey of faith with us.
DARLENE (Introducing Sr. Lavina):
And now, it gives us great pleasure to welcome Sister Lavina, the Principal of Mary Immaculate Girls High School
(MIG).
Sister Lavina is known not only for her leadership but for the grace, love, and enthusiasm with which she carries out
every task. When she puts her heart into something, she does it with full dedication and joy — and we’ve experienced
that first-hand through her constant support for our community.
Sister, thank you for being with us today. We are honored by your presence, and now we humbly invite you to share a
few kind words and blessings with us.

Zarine
Teens Skit & Dance
Today, our teens group is excited to present a skit based on our theme.
We invite you to open your hearts and minds as we reflect on how each of us can be labourers in God's
harvest field, making a difference in our communities and beyond. May this skit inspire and encourage us
all to embrace our role in spreading the gospel and embodying Christ's love in our daily lives.
Let's give our teens group a warm welcome as they present their skit” GO MAKE DISCIPILES”
After Skit:
What a fantastic skit! This afternoon has been a beautiful testament to our faith, our community, and the
bountiful harvest we've reaped together. We are challenged to do even greater things for the Lord.
Requesting all TEENS to gather at the front of the stage for a group photo

Darlene
12:50 – 01:10 Cake Cutting and Group Photo
We would now like to capture this celebration on camera, so that even as we press on forward, we can
also look back with fond memories of this day. We invite all the members of our community, Rev Father,
Chief Guest , and our esteemed guests, to quickly come forward towards the cake table.
Requesting all pastoral leaders to come for a group photograph.
Community members to join in
Bible study and outreach
Guest

Vote of thanks by Mariyolla:

01:20 – 01:30 Games (MOSES)

In community we always keep a healthy mix of Formation, Fun and Food. We’ve had our formation and
now it’s time for some fun and games, food will follow. So stay with us and join in the celebration. We
invite Patrick and Kern to take over and lead you in this fun time.
01:30 – 01:45 Dancing:We introduce to you DJ Adrian who will play some sizzling music to keep you on the
floor.