Members of the Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School for the Deaf celebrated together the three special occasions; i.e. the 25th anniversary of final vows of Sister Kongkham Surasiang, the honoring of 33 school-aged kids and young adults with outstanding grades and conducts, perseverance, and responsibilities in their studies and assignments, along with the May Day celebration for all staff members.. Following the formality, we had a lovely dinner together in a family atmosphere. May each and everyone be blessed in abundance and enjoying good health..

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Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, Acting Licensee of Sotpattana School for the Deaf, along with Mrs. Angkana Kamnoedthon, the school director, travelled to Sriharuthai School, Khlung District, Chanthaburi Province to share their views as invited resource persons on the topic of Teacher’s Spirit and Future Trends in Catholic Education, during Sriharuthai School’s program on Spiritual Revival for Teachers.

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The group of 11 preteens up to young adults in the care of the Pattaya Orphanage took part in the special activity with an introduction to teen depression, and self-care, organized by the team of a volunteer psychologist Chutikan Inthim. On this occasion, they also went through a preliminary mental health assessment with our resource persons. Thanks and best wishes to all concerned, esp. Khun Chutikan who further supported our children as well as disabled persons with a cash donation..

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Ten kids in primary school levels joined an art therapy using Mandala art led by the team of a volunteer psychologist Chutikan Inthim.. Children were encouraged to upgrade their concentration, creativity, relaxation, muscle strength and self-knowledge. Thanks to our resource person and all concerned..

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At the 8th anniversary of passing of Rev. Fr. Joseph Yutthichai Panchasap, our benefactor, representatives of the Pattaya Orphanage gathered at our chapel to celebrate the Memorial Mass for all in the Panchasap Family, who have passed away. Rev. Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak presided over the Mass and a representative of the extended family was present among us.. May God bless all our loved ones who have gone ahead with eternal rest and all the remaining with good health as well as fulfillment..

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School aged girls at the Pattaya Orphanage gathered to learn from Teacher Nat about camphor and store them in lovely pouches for use in different rooms. The activity helped them make their free time worthwhile..

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Following Boonyong’s completion of vocational training and one year of work with a company in Nonthaburi province, he has decided to make new steps to build his own future. The Pattaya Orphanage, by Rev. Michael Weera Phangrak, congratulates Boonyong with his chosen path while ending over 19 years of care and protection. May God continue to bless and keep him..

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Children from toddler’s age and older, including disabled persons, along with staff members of the Pattaya orphanage joined in the splashes of Pattaya’s Wan Lai 2024, marking the end of Songkran Festival in the area.. This year, some of the former residents showed up to pay respect to our elder, esp. Khun Suwanna Cheownawin, who is one of our current board members.. It was a great fun for all even though the toddlers only played at our reception.. Thanks and best wishes to all the supporters for the water pistols, food and beverage at both lunch and dinner, and the organization..

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For the year 2024, which marks the 50th anniversary of the Pattaya Orphanage, our Family Day celebration was held a bit earlier but still during the Thai New Year or Songkran Festival. The blessing ritual began with the procession with our Lady Songkran and the traditional pedestal decorated with symbolic thread for binding the wrists of the blessed, joined by all members from toddler’s age and older, moving from the main inner road close to the front gate to the ceremonial site. The Lady Songkran offered to Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak and Fr. Francis Xavier Kritsada Sukkaphat, who presided over the observance, with floral hand garlands. Our girls in primary and secondary school levels performed the northern dance for the blessing of all concerned. They also led the pouring of water with petals on to palms of elders and special guests and received blessings in return. The two priests 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 to cool down from this year’s extreme summer heat. Thanks to all concerned for the organization of and participation in the memorable event..

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School-age kids at the Pattaya Orphanage make use of their free time during the long vacation, partly with the review of important academic subjects, and mostly with group recreational activities. They produced creative items, including greeting cards, played tower games, and harvested the vegetables in the garden, which were cooked for all members of our home.. Thanks to the teachers and all concerned..

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