SFX Treasure Hunt Photos

Here are some photos from the recent treasure hunt.

SFX Motor Treasure Hunt 2009 - A Fund Raising Event

LATEST UPDATE: TREASURE HUNT BRIEFING IS BROUGHT FORWARD TO FRIDAY 25th SEPT @ 1900 [VENUE: LOYOLA HALL]

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To: - All BEC and Parish Group (PG) Chief Coordinators & Friends

As Fr. Simon Yong mentioned in his Pastoral Letter, Church of St. Francis Xavier (SFX) will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2011 with the Theme "AS CHURCH IN FAITHFULNESS TO CHRIST "

As part of our preparations for the 50th Anniversary Celebrations, the SFX Sports Ministry, is organising a MOTOR TREASURE HUNT with the theme - “SFX MOTOR TREASURER HUNT 2009"

Date and Time : 26th September 2009 at 7.00am.

How To Register: Registration Forms must be completed and accompanied with relevant payment, by cheque. Payment can also be deposited into “ Church of St. Francis Xavier” CIMB a/c No: 1265-0000301-057 and the form and bank slip must be faxed to 03-7877 9440

Cost: RM 75.00 per person.

Number of Participant: Min 2 participants and Max of 4 participants

Route : 4-5 hour drive within the Klang Valley

Aim of Event : To promote family bonding and unity among all parishioners towards celebrating the 50th Anniversary as one big family apart from raising funds for the celebration.

Eligibility to Participate : Open to all members of BEC and PG and Parishioners of SFX and friends

VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED:

i) Flag off /Closing ceremony committee: Preparation of cars for flag off, and closing ceremony.
ii) Programme Committee: To plan a programme, before flag off and lunch/hi-tea on return, while waiting for results.
iii) Prizes/Sponsorship Committee: Plan for prizes, goodie bags, can drinks etc etc
iv) Publicity Committee: To publicise the event

The organising committee will be responsible to secure the relevant permits, from the relevant authority to ensure safety of the participants.

For more information, contact Gerard: HP No. 012-316 3764 or Anthony: HP No. 016-221 2244.

GOLF TOURNAMENT 2009

To: - All BEC and Parish Group (PG) Chief Coordinators & Friends


As Fr. Simon Yong mentioned in his Pastoral Letter, Church of St. Francis Xavier (SFX) will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2011 with the Theme "AS CHURCH IN FAITHFULNESS TO CHRIST "


As part of our preparations for the 50th Anniversary Celebrations, the Sports Ministry is organising a GOLF TOURNAMENT. Here are the details:

Date : 11 September 2009 ( Friday)
Venue : Kelab Golf Negara Subang
Tee-Off Time : 12.30 pm ( 2 point start )
Mode of Play : Stableford
Eligibility : Open to all Men/ & Ladies with USGA/MGA Card Handicap 24(men)
36(ladies) & below
Entrance Fee : RM 300.00 nett per person
(Inclusive buggy fee, green fee, light lunch, 7.30pm-Dinner & prizes )

Novelties : Nearest to the Pin Hole No. 13
Nearest to the Line Hole No. 8

Closing Date : 31st August 2009

For more information, please contact Anthony Narayanan H/P 016 221 2244 or aln@antah.com.my

To register, download the registration form below and have it faxed (number included)


Download the form by clicking here

Motor Treasure Hunt (MTH) FAQ

Q1 When is the closing date for registration?

A1 When we reach the first 80 cars or 13th September 2009, whichever comes first.

Q2 I'm a first time treasure hunter, any tips?

A2 No specific tips but come with a mind to enjoy yourself. Its going to be great fun!

Q3 What are tulips?

Q3 They are clues for you to find your way to the route planned for you to take for this hunt. There will be a briefing before the treasure hunt commences. This will help you understand the “rules of the game”.

Q4 Is there a maximum or minimum age requirement during the motor treasure hunt?

A4 No minimum but for insurance purpose, maximum is 80 years of age

Q5 What if my car "stalls" or runs into an accident during the motor treasure hunt? Who can I call for help

A5 There will be officials in the officials cars plying the route, and a phone contact will be given during the briefing

Q6 What if I get lost while looking for the "tulip"? Who can I call for help?

A6 You can call the number that will be provided, during briefing.

Q7 If I give up halfway, do I drive back to SFX?

A7 Yes please return to SFX.

Q8 Can I confirm if the joining fee RM75 per person or per car?

A8 The fee is RM 75.00 per person

Q9 How many hours will the treasure hunt activity go on for?

A9 The entire treasure hunt will take approximately 4-5 hours (on the road). This does not include the briefing session and post treasure hunt activities.

Walk-A-Fund Photo Gallery

Hi All,

Here are the photos of the event. To everyone who took part - thanks for your participation and hope to see you in 2010! Until then, please enquire with us about the upcoming events. God bless :)

Pre-Start Photos

Warm Up Photos

Flagoff Photos

The Walk Begins

Awaiting The Winners

Post Run Photos

Prize Giving - Various

Winners Category A

Winners Category C

Winners Category D

Group Photo

Various Photos

Walk-A-Fund Route (Update 2)

NEW UPDATE: The map has been updated with the location of "Marshals."

The Walk-A-Fund Route map is displayed below. All age categories share the same route.For more information, contact Anselm (012-3206273)

Walk-A-Fund FAQs

What is the objective of the "Walk-A-Fund"?
As Fr. Simon Yong mentioned in his Pastoral Letter, Church of St. Francis Xavier (SFX) will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2011 with the Theme "AS CHURCH IN FAITHFULNESS TO CHRIST "

As part of our preparations for the 50th Anniversary Celebrations, the Fund Raising Committee of the 50th Anniversary Organising Core Team, is organising a Walkaton with a theme - “Walk-A-Fund" which was launched in Church during the masses on 23rd/24th May, 2009.

How is the SFX Sports Ministry Involved?
The Sports Ministry is currently executing and managing this event

What time does the event start?
The event is set at 4th July 2009 and begins at 8.00am (flagoff). All participants are asked to arrive starting 630am

As participants, who and where are we suppose to report to before the flag off?
At a number collection table which will be setup on the church grounds.

Who is eligible to participate?
Open to all members of BEC and PG and Parishioners of SFX inclusive of children attending SFX Sunday School.

Do you have specific categories according to age?
Category A - 8 years to 20 years

Category B - 21 years to 30 years

Category C - 31 years to 50 years

Category D - 51 years and above.

How do I sign up?
Walkaton Cards have been distributed to all BECs and PGs on Sunday 24th May 2009. Each BEC and PG was given 20 cards each and the cards are numbered.

All BEC and PG Chief Coordinators are to be responsible for the cards distributed and the funds collected by the participating members for the sponsorships and parents of the Sunday School children are expected to monitor the collection of funds for the sponsorships of their children who are participating in the walkaton.

Can I turn up on the event day and sign up? Is there a minimum amount of money to donate?
This is possible. Please come early and report to the event desk.

What time will the event approximately end?
By 12pm.

Are there any events after the walk-a-fund event?
If you are referring to the same day, there are no other events. But if yo are referring to other dates, Golf and Motor Treasure hunt will take place accordingly. View details in the other blog post.

If there is an emergency during the walk, is there a mobile phone number we can call for help?
There will be St. Johns Ambulance for aid and the Marshals along the route.

Do I have to bring our own refreshments e.g. water?
Yes, please do bring your own refreshments.

I'm a first time walkathon participant, what do you recommend I bring along?
Wear comfortable walking/jogging shoes and your own water. You may also want to bring along sunblock.

SFX Walk-A-Fund Updates

The SFX Walk-A-Fund is looking for:

1. Sponsors for Drinking water

2. Sponsors for Sound system

3. Volunteers as Marshals along the walk-a-fund route

4. Sponsors for prizes to winners of the walk

Additional note:

- Further donations are most welcome. Please contact your nearest BEC, PG and Sunday school coordinators.

- Flag-off for the event (July 4th) is at 8:00am. Please come to church from 6:00am onwards before the flag-off to collect your numbers.

Thank you for your participation and let's make this a memorable event.

Enquiries: Anselm (012-3206273)

Events For 2009

Walkaton contact person: Anselm - 012 320 6273

Golf :Anthony - 016-221 2244

Motor Treasurer Hunt: Anthony - 016 221 2244 and Gerard 012-316 3764

Hi Daryl & Henry,

Please note that your contacts have been added to the contact list on this blog:)

tennis

Where are all you tennis players of SFX?

If you like to join us for the tennis sessions on Sundays, 5-7pm or like to take part in a closed tennis event for the parish, like to help us organise tennis events or just to register your interest(so that we know you are out there), please provide us with your e-mail contact.

Team Managers Contact Details

SFX Sports Ministry:
Gerard Pereira (CC) 012-297 1530
Dominic Wong: (Member) 012-688 0500
Raja Isiaiah (Member) : 012-615 0166

Athletics
Anselm Stanislaus: 012-3206273

Badminton:
Shanker S. : 012-377 4521
Simon Lim: 012-273 9993

Football:
Sheldon Xavier : 019-770 1777

Golf:
Anthony Narayanan: 016-221 2244

Netball:
Veronica Conelius: 012-456 5682

Table-Tennis:
Andrew Lai 012-2776227
Brian Gan : 017-8712632

Volleyball:
Alan Lim: 012-210 7908
Romey: 019-2004197

Tennis:
Brian Stothard: 012-398 5168

Swimming:
Stewart Edmonds: 012-287 4230

Tennis Update

We got together for our first 'doubles session' on Sunday 15th June at the La Salle courts. Subject to availability of courts and participation we hope to make this a regular get together. Sundays, 5 to 7pm..do contact us for updates and come join us.

25th Christian Fellowship Sports Festival

The 25th Christian Fellowship Sports Festival will take place on 14 June 2008. This yearly sports event is commonly refered to as "YMCA Games" in SFX as it normally takes place in the YMCA grounds in Kuala Lumpur.

The organisers have invited SFX (like they have done in the past years) to participate in this Sports Festival. This will present our athletes with an opportunity to compete against other Christian churches and organisation, having to skip the 2008 KL Archdiocese Goodwill Games.

The games involved are Basketball (Open), Carrom (Mixed Team), Darts (Mixed Team), Street Soccer (Open), Table-Tennis (Mixed Team), Tug-Of-War (Mixed Team) and Volleyball (Mixed Team)

For more information, refer to the 25th CFSF documents below :

Announcement of the Games
General Rules
Mode of Play

Team managers, please forward your list of players to Gerard by 20th May 2008.

The Athlete's Prayer

I found this beautiful prayer by Gregg Easterbrook. In the absence of such a prayer in SFX, we could use this one :

O God let me play well but fairly.
Let competition make me strong but never hostile.
In this and in all things, guide me to the virtuous path.
If I know victory, grant me happiness;
If I am denied, keep me from envy.
See me not when I am cheered, but when I bend to help my opponent up.
Seal it in my heart that everyone who takes the field with me becomes my brother.
Remind me that sports are just games.
Teach me something that will matter once the games are over.
And if through athletics I set an example – let it be a good one.

Blogsite - Team Managers Meeting

Team Managers,

As of last night or today, you would have received an email invite to the following sessions on how to use the SFX Sports Ministry Blogsite as a team manager. Here are the status of the invited participants:

SESSION ONE -2nd May Friday 8pm – 9 pm
Venue: Section 17 or Avenue 8 ::TBC
- Simon Lim, Brian Stothard

SESSION TWO-3rd May Sat 3pm-4pm (This session is for those who cannot make session one)
Venue: Section 17 or Avenue 8 ::TBC
- None yet

Can't Make The Above or Unsure At This Point
Anthony
Anselm
Sheldon

Regards,
Dom.

Table Tennis

Table tennis practices are on every Tuesdays ( after 7.30pm) & Saturdays ( after 2pm) , usually in Tony De Mello room if available. Otherwise, we will have in Bilik Bourke/ Sullivan . No practices if the above days fall on public holidays or the parish staff are not available / or the Church requires the rooms for other more important functions. I will update team members by sms, my mobile phone number is 012-2776227.

Any one interested in joining for the practice sessions can furnish me with their name/ contact numbers ( preferably mobile ).

Andrew Lai

Tennis

Tennis activities

1. Tennis Nite

A get together at the tennis courts. Parishners who are keen in tennis can come for this get-to-know you session and also play some friendly games. Those who keen to play for the church can also register their names.

Depending on your response/feedback we can also look forward to:-

2. SFX Tennis Close.

An individual event for all. Singles.Doubles.Mixed Doubles. Our little own 'wimbledon' if you like.

3.Inter-team BEC team event.

Here is an opportunity to play for your BEC. This will be a team based event to encourage participation at all levels.

Watch out for announcements on this site. We also need volunteers to help us organise these events so do contact us.

Brian Stothard

Swimming

Looking for keen swimmers!
If you are interested in representing your parish at swimming please leave your details at the parish office or contact the Swim Team Manager:
Stewart Edmonds @ 012-287 4230

The SFX Sports Ministry Blogsite Is Now Live.

Welcome to the SFX Sports Ministry Blogsite. This blogsite will serve to bring the latest news and events organised by the Sports Ministry to parishioners of SFX. Do visit us often or sign up for email alerts when updates take place.

-Editor