Christmas was celebrated by St. Paul ward at Mr. Alwyn D'Souza, the Gurkar's house yard. The Vicar Rev. Fr. Harold Periera presided over the function. The old and new Parish Pastoral Parishad office bearers were the chief guests. The other ward gurkars, Superior of convent Sr. Suma and Mrs. Jecintha Sequeira, the president of Women's association were the guests of the day.

Mrs. Agnes D'Souza gave a brief introduction on the importance of Christmas celebration in the ward. Kids of the ward welcomed the guests with a beautiful song and offering flowers. Mr. Harish Poojary was venerated with shawl, fruits and garland for his generosity by the president of the function Fr. Harold Periera. Mr. Harish Poojary had donated land to the public path mainly used by the ward members to walk to the church. Donors of the function Mr. Melwyn D'Souza, Ida John D'Silva, Richard D'Souza, Cyril Rodrigues, Peter D'Souza and William D'Souza were also venerated by offering flowers.

This was followed by cultural programme. It included carol singing, stick dance(kolata), songs, skit and dances. Bible quiz and indoor games were conducted for the ward members. The Santaclaus entertained the crowd during regular intervals. The performance of Santaclaus was greatly appreciated by all. Four members of the ward William, Peter, Alshawn and Adrin celebrated their birthdays by cutting cake in the programme. The crowd rejoiced singing birthday song.

Mr. Andrew D'Souza( new vicepresident of PPC), Mr. Victor Kadandale (new secretary of PPC), Mrs. Jecintha Sequeira, Mr. Denis D'Mello, Mr. Vincent Sequeira and the Parish Priest spoke and shared their feelings about the programme and wished very best to the ward. Specially all of them appreciated the strong union and commitment of the ward and also the enthusiasm of kids.

Mr. Alwyn D'Souza, Gurkar of the ward gave invitation to the dinner. The delicious dinner was prepared by Mr. Peter D'Souza. It is really a wonderful and unforgettable memory to have a dinner together. Mrs. Veena Pinto and Mr. Vincent Pinto were the hosts of the ceremony. The kuswar prepared by each family of the ward was shared and each turned back to their home happily carrying a bag of kuswar each.