Fr Alfred Sciberras, OFM, of Zebbug (Malta), celebrated his 50th priesthood anniversary with a concelebrated Mass at St Anthony of Padova church in Ghajnsielem last Monday. Provincial Minister Fr Richard S. Grech delivered the sermon. Present for the celebration were Gozo Bishop Mario Grech and Tripoli Bishop George Bugeja.

At the end of Mass, children and youths, who attend St Anthony Centre, staged a short play, entitled Il-Barka ta’ San Frangisk (St Francis Blessing). The Ghajnsielem Ensemble, under the direction of Mro Frankie Debono, took part.

At the end of the celebration Fr Alfred cut the birthday cake on the church parvis in the presence of his brother Salvu and his family and friends.

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