Montfort Boys Town was buzzing with excitement on 5 Sept 2025 as the Church of the Divine Mercy (CDM) hosted its parish-wide Sports Day. It was a lively half-day celebration that brought together families, ministries, and parishioners from every age group and zone to enjoy a day of camaraderie, fun, and healthy competition.
Participants jumped into a variety of activities including futsal, netball, badminton, tug of war, Zumba, and tele-matches specially arranged for the little ones. More than just sports, the day was about fostering friendships, strengthening community bonds, and celebrating the spirit of togetherness that defines CDM.
Testimonies from the Zones
Zone 7: United in Joy and Spirit
Zone 7 brought an inspiring sense of community and commitment from a team comprising of mainly altar boys who used to serve together. One participant shared with joy:
“Very, very happy and excited! we like coming together as one, being as a family together. Just being able to come here on time and be present is also very good on its own.”
This joyful sentiment reflects the heart of the event, being present with one another and nurturing unity with happy moments of camaraderie through sports.
Zone 5: A Journey of Discovery and Pride
Representing Zone 5 in the futsal match, Mariana offered a special perspective:
“Saya mewakili zon 5 dalam permainan perlawanan futsal. Saya rasa teruja dapat mewakili gereja untuk bermain hari ini dan memandangkan ini adalah pertama kali saya bermain di Semenanjung dan saya sangat excited.”
The day was more than just a game, it was a new adventure:
“The highlight? We learnt how to use the MRT! In Sarawak, we donāt have MRT, so we got lost at the station, but in the end, we arrived safely. It was exciting and memorable!”
Her experience highlighted the joy of new beginnings, adaptability, and the pride in representing the CDM community.
Zone 4: Youth in Motion
Zone 4 radiated youthful energy, with 15-year-olds Chloe and Jayden taking part in badminton.
Chloe shared:
“I feel happy and very excited. There are new people here, and I can make new friends. I joined Sports Day to support my team. The most memorable part was the Zumba during the opening!”
Jayden echoed the excitement:
“I love playing badminton and I feel very excited because itās my first time being here. The most memorable thing for me is the view at Montfort, itās very nice and quiet.”
Both expressed the fun of the day:
“Iām just playing for fun,” said Jayden. “Itās a friendly competition, but I would win for my team!”
Family Reflections: A Parentās Perspective
Grace, a parent of Olivia and Oliver, offered her heartfelt perspective:
“Weāre happy to have this event. Itās a family activity and itās good fun for the kids and us parents. Normally on a weekday, we all go our separate ways, but this kind of event brings us together. It means a lot.”
She added:
“I think we should do more events like this. Itās nice to bring everyone together, as a family, as friends, and as a community.”
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More Than Just Sports
CDM Sports Day 2025 wasnāt just about winning medals or scoring points, it was about celebrating the people who make up this vibrant parish community. From coordinated cheers and creative team shirts to moments of encouragement and laughter, the event reflected the very best of parish life: collaboration, friendship, and unity in Christ.
As the sun set on Montfort Boys Town and the final cheers echoed through the field, one thing was clear, this was a day to remember. And with hearts full of joy, everyone looks forward to next yearās celebration, knowing that in Christ, we are always growing together.