Involving the church youth
After the prayerful opening of the Jubilee Year, Bishop Olivier turned his attention to performances by youth of all ages.
First the older girls presented a classic Khmer dance.
Then younger girls performed another traditional dance with a simpler choreography.
Then about 25 boys, in two groups, presented a classical Khmer myth. All the dancers had really professional dance outfits and costumes.
Lastly, the really young children, some just toddlers, performed more contemporary Christmas music with simple dancing and gestures, and then each received a stuffed animal Christmas gift. Bishop Olivier always insures that cakes are a major part of the celebrations.
Following all the performances, all the representatives from all the parishes enjoyed a catered Chinese dinner in the outside dining area.