09/06/2026
5th June 2026, MADIKA in Rancangan Belia, Sabah has Celebrated Kaamatan with joy, faith, and culture, with their wonderful parents, parishioners, children, and teachers!
The celebration began with prayer led by Catechist Joseph Edward, reflecting on Mark 10:14 - Let the children come to me, do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God- the prayer set a grounded tone for this year’s core themes: giving thanks for the harvest, deeply appreciating cultural heritage, and strengthening faith in Christ.
They also celebrated two amazing milestones: 30 years of MADIKA Diocese of Keningau and 7 years Madika in Rancangan Belia! Chairperson Ms. Felicia and Coordinator Sr. Emily IJs thanked the community for their support and reminded them to prioritize God and cherish their children.
The celebration truly came alive through music, dance, and fellowship. The highlights of the day included:
Cultural Dances: Beautiful performances of the Sumazau, Joget, and Sugandoi by the talented children.
Community Dance: A lively Poco-Poco performance by the mothers that got everyone smiling.
Fellowship: A wonderful shared potluck meal, fostering a deeper sense of family.
Praise and thanks be to God—the celebration ran smoothly from start to finish and left everyone filled with joy and gratitude.