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Konkani Prayer Group, Abu Dhabi to celebrate Silver Anniversary on Feb 22.

Konkani Prayer Group, Abu Dhabi, popularly known as KPG will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary on 22nd February 2025. The celebration will include an outdoor Thanksgiving Mass at 5:00pm followed by a cultural program by members of KPG.

KPG was incepted on 18th February 2000, under the guidance of the then Parish Priest of St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Abu Dhabi, Rev. Fr. Eugene Mattioli, OFM Cap. The group is known for its weekly prayer meetings intercessory prayer and monthly Eucharistic Adoration held in the Assisi Hall with an angelic choir and well lead Praise & Worship. The members of KPG are actively involved in various parish activities and ministries. The group is presently lead by Spiritual Director, Rev. Fr. Marian Miranda, OFM Cap.


The preparation for this celebration began as early as June 2024 where various committees were formed to prepare and execute different aspects of the event. The competitions such as Bible Quiz, Singing fancy Dress, Skit on Parables and Elocution were conducted during the last quarter of 2024.

The members of KPG hail from Mangalore, Goa, Karwar, Mumbai, Bangalore and Mysore. A large number of members, including those who have relocated to other countries and the ones who have returned to their native places are expected to attend this grand event. A souvenir depicting the twenty five years’ journey of KPG is set to be released during the anniversary celebration.

Naveen Menezes
Coordinator, KPG