Archive | September 2014

Graceful entry into the Diamond Year

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The feast of the Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary was celebrated joyfully at Auxilium Convent Barasat. In preparation for the feast everyone joined in praying the chain Rosaries. Everyday nine Rosaries were prayed and before the good night all came to the chapel to offer nine flowers to Our Lady as a symbolic gesture.  On 8 September during the Holy Eucharistic celebration Sr. Mary George U. offered 60 flowers to Our Lady, symbolizing the 60 years of fidelity to the Lord as she begins her one year of preparation. Rev. Fr. Mourlin S.J., the celebrant invited Sr. Mary George to transmit the light which she has received from the Lord to the three representatives of the communities, a sister, a boarder and an aspirant with whom she shares her life and mission. At the end of the Mass all greeted her for the feast day and celebrated the event with sweets.

Sr. Basanti FMA

Karam Festival

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On 31 August 2014 the Aspirants and Postulants participated in the Karam Festival which was celebrated in our Parish, Our Lady of Lourdes, Barasat, organized by the parish priest, Rev. Fr. Antony Rodricks. It began with the solemn Holy Eucharist presided over by Rev. Fr. Sylvester Toppo. In his homily, he broadens the idea of Karam Festival. Soon after Mass we had competition on Karam dance. Eight groups participated in this competition. Our Aspirants were awarded for the Best Dance prize with a trophy. It was followed by a festive meal. All felt happy and were grateful to our Parish Priest. 

Sr. Delpina Bag                    

 

 

Inauguration of the Bicentenary of Don Bosco’s birth at Auxilium Barasat

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Auxilium Convent School Barasat had the sublime experience of inaugurating the Bicentenary year of Don Bosco’s birth on 22nd August 2014. It was celebrated as the Auxilium family: the school and DB tech students honoured their father solemnly.  The program was organized by the Bosco house. It started at 8.15 am with escorting the portrait of Don Bosco from sisters’ residents. Sisters accompanied the portrait as the Bosco House marched in unison towards the school. Then the portrait was placed in a prominent place and garlanded, followed by lighting the lamp and hoisting the bi-centenary flag. The unveiling of collage and displaying of flex revealed Don Bosco’s service to the youth for two centuries. Rev. Sr. Stella gave meaningful message; once again reminding the three years preparation and inviting to imitate Don Bosco and make oneself a beautiful gift for the Lord.The event came to a close by the releasing of 200 balloons and declaration by Rev. Sr. Stella the mega celebrations open. The Bosco house invited the whole school to make promise to make the upcoming year more colourful, joyous and bright by imbibing his spirit and spirituality. The slogan Bosco Bosco filled the air of Auxilium and the symbolic balloons carried the cheers of youngsters to their friend Don Bosco.

Sr. Basanti Fma

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Hail O Mother India

Sep2

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On the 15th of August as our country celebrates its Independence day, the Auxilium Convent school too observed the day with great enthusiasm and vigour. This day has been a new dawn for every Indian citizen since 15th August 1947. And this day recalls the long years of struggles by many brave people who fought courageously to free India from the clutches of British. In order to pay homage to all those who sacrificed their lives for  better tomorrow were remembered gratefully and joined together in humble prayer for our Mother Land which continues to suffer the slavery of poverty, injustice, corruption, religious intolerance  and many other evils.

Thus paying tribute to all the freedom fighters our school celebrated Independence Day meaningfully. First of all the Chief guest Rev. Fr. Alphonso Francis along with two animators, Sr. principal and sisters were escorted by Middle school. After the flag hoisting and National Anthem all moved to the auditorium and there the chief guest was welcomed with a welcome speech and the bouquet of flowers. The tiny tots invoked God’s blessings through their prayer dance. There were various competitions such as patriotic songs, quiz, and fancy dress based on the heroes of our nation at the time of its struggle. The skits by high school depicted the various movements in the course of India’s struggle for freedom. All the competitions were repeating the Indian history and filling the hearts with awe and gratitude for all that is done to make our country free.

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The message by the chief guest really led to breathe the rich air of our Mother Land especially of Bengal as Fr. Alphonso sang the song “kholahawa” by Rabindra Nath Tagore. He asked the gathering what was the wish for 68th Independence Day. As the answer came unanimously: freedom, peace, justice etc. He told that it is within everyone. He concluded saying, what we need is to realize all the goodness present in each one and around us and make our country a better place to live on. The “Kholahawa” of our Mother land is the real sign of true freedom.

Sr. Basanti Ekka fma