Category: Activity

Congratulations to Mr. Lawrence Nathaphon Pimsorn, also known as James, a former resident of the Pattaya Orphanage, on the wonderful beginning of his married life. He was baptized at St. Nicholas Church Pattaya, and entered into holy matrimony with Ms. Ilene Ruengdamrongwong. Representatives and members of the Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School, along with our little preschoolers, came together to celebrate with James and his family. On this special occasion, their 8-month-old son, Mackenyu, or Nong Jedi, received the sacrament of baptism and was given the patron saint name “Michael.” Wishing the new family abundant joy, strength, and continued progress..

In the first week of academic year 2025, a group of 18 children in school age in the care of the Pattaya Orphanage started going to two nearby schools and one vocational college in the area. They are among the 58 in preschool in 16 educational institutions from kindergarten to university as well as non-formal education system across Thailand. To our benefactors and sponsors, thank you so much for helping the children with educational opportunities so that they could become happy and valuable members of the society..

For the new academic year 2025, Sister Maria Rapiphan Sawaddikan and Sister Bernadette Kanyarat Damrongtherdtham of the Lovers of the Cross of Chanthaburi Congregation have been assigned to serve children, disabled persons, and parishioners at the Pattaya Orphanage, Sotpattana School for the Deaf, and Saint Nikolaus Church Pattaya.. Members of our home, led by Rev. Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, happily welcomed both Sisters.. Blessings upon both of you..

Members of the Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School for the Deaf, led by Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, welcomed Fr. Henry Somchai Kesee, the new pastor of St. Nikolaus Church Pattaya, Church of the Assumption Pattaya, and the Holy Trinity Chapel in the area. Heartfelt Welcome, Father.. May you be abundantly blessed with joy, healthiness, and courage..

Sotpattana School for the Deaf held the first parents’ meeting for the academic year 2025 on Friday, at the meeting room of the School. During the opening session, Acting Licensee and Manager – Rev. Michael Weera Phangrak – welcomed the participants and gave them encouragement as well as viewpoints on kids with special needs. Director Angkana Kamnoedthon ensured that our parents learn about school’s operations in various areas, including teaching and learning, a mutual understanding and related agreement between parents and the school.

At the annual reorganizing of assignments of members of the Lovers of the Cross of Chanthaburi Congregation, the Pattaya Orphanage, led by Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, conveyed our sincere appreciation to Sister Kongkham Surasiang for her five years of devoted services in our babies’ rooms, while Sister Inthupha Phongsri for the two years she dedicated herself towards the care of our preschool children. Both of them also helped at St. Nikolaus Church Pattaya whenever needed.. May you be happy and joyful in your new duties..

To mark the Little Luke’s Day, our benefactor in USA gave another treat of outing to older kids at the Pattaya Orphanage.. The 24 school-aged kids, young adults, and disabled persons, accompanied by seven caregivers, spent the whole afternoon at the Columbia Pictures Aquaverse in Jomtien and, even though exhausted, were reluctant to leave the theme park at the end of the day. With excitement and great fun, they explored the marvelous numerous zones of the amusement and water park, and viewed Hollywood-themed stage performances. Thanks to our benefactor for the amazing and adventurous time, as well as the lovely dinner. Many thanks too, for the dinner for the younger ones at homeJ.. Once again, Happy Birthday to you..

To mark the Little Luke’s Day, our benefactor in USA gave a treat of two separate outings to children at the Pattaya Orphanage.. The first trip was for 49 preschool kids and their caretakers to the delightful Nong Nooch Tropical Garden Pattaya. How our group enjoyed the Thai cultural performances featuring clever elephants, and the exploration of the Dinosaur Valley with over 400 dinosaur sculptures from around the world, including 12 species native to Thailand, alongside the gigantic outdoor cactus garden. Children also fed some animals and had a lovely lunch as well as snacks provided by our supporters. Many thanks and many happy returns of the day to our benefactor..

On Easter Day 2025, children at the Pattaya Orphanage joined the hunting game for Easter eggs in our garden.. The fun-filled activity has been sponsored year after year by the Jones Family of young Olivia. Many thanks and Happy Easter to our benefactors.. May the spirit of Easter remain with all of you and members of our home..

The annual Family Day of the Pattaya Orphanage in 2025 was organized on the Pattaya’s Wan Lai. On this occasion, all members of our home engaged in a traditional blessing ceremony as part of the Thai New Year celebrations. The blessing ritual began with the procession with our Lady Songkran and the traditional pedestal adorned with symbolic thread for binding the wrists of the blessed, moving from the main inner road close to the front gate to the ceremonial site. The Lady Songkran offered floral hand garlands to Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, who presided over the observance. Our girls from both primary and secondary levels performed a traditional northeastern dance to honor all participants. Onto the palms of elders and special guests, participant poured water with petals and received blessings in return. Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak gave blessings in return at the end of the ceremony. In the afternoon, children enjoyed outdoor refreshments in between their fun play with water pistols, providing relief from the intense summer heat experienced this year, and enjoyed lunch and dinner together happily.. Thanks to all concerned for the organization of and participation in the memorable event..