MKC Celebrate Historic Monthi Fest with Record Attendance and Vibrant Community Spirit
Melbourne, Sep 2026: The Melbourne Konkan Community(MKC) celebrated a historic and memorable Monthi Fest this year, drawing a record-breaking crowd of over 800 attendees , the largest gathering in the association's history. The move to a larger venue proved to be a resounding success, allowing the growing community to come together in greater numbers to celebrate the Nativity of Mother Mary, one of the most cherished feasts of the Mangalorean Catholic community. The celebrations began with a solemn Holy Mass celebrated by Fr Prakash Menezes, Fr Jacob Alvares and Fr Alfred Dsouza , whose presence added great spiritual significance to the occasion. The traditional blessing of the new harvest and the veneration of Mother Mary with the showering of flowers brought alive the rich customs and deep faith that make Monthi Fest so special. Families united in prayer and thanksgiving, seeking Mother Mary's intercession for their homes and loved ones. The spirit of community was evi...