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Annual Exhibition at Auxilium Convent School New Chumta

Dec5

 

The Annual Exhibition was held on 25th November 2017 at Auxilium Convent School New Chumta. All the students participated to make it a grand success. It was organized to motivate and inculcate practical and scientific temper among the students.

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Honorable Chief Guest of this occasion was Mr. R.S. Dutta, Manager of New Chumta Tea Estate.   He was warmly welcomed by the scout and guide cadets. Sr. Principal Sr. Innocentia Jojo, Sr. Theresa V. the animator of the community and the teachers accompanied him to the venue of Exhibition. With the arrival of our esteemed chief guest the Exhibition was opened at 1:00 pm. for all the parents and the students & the teachers of other close by schools.

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Our little scientists and nucleus of wisdom, our students, are the leaders of tomorrow who have captured their revolutionary ideas in the form of charts and working models. There was a great deal of enthusiasm and gaiety shown by students as everybody appreciated the hand on approach to the learning aspect. The exhibition show case various projects and models prepared by the students as a part of their project based on learning methodology. The projects and models that were put on display were selected to the field of Value Education, Catechetical, Work Education, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Hindi and English. It was a colorful display with models created from paper, clay, wax, cotton, newspaper and various other items. Innovative projects like the working model of Solar System, process of urbanization, importance of a forestation, life sketch of poets and their contribution to the world.  All grab the limelight of the Chief Guest, the parents and the students & the teachers of some other schools too.

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The exhibition was an educational trip as our school always lays emphasis to convert theoretical knowledge into practical.  The teachers and the students worked together and developed them with hard and long hours of work.  The results were very encouraging. A perusal of their work in the exhibition makes one to agree with William Wordsworth when he said, “Child is the father of man.”

Reported by Ms. Rekha Gurung

Visit from NDF Office Chennai at Nirmala Niketan Jaigaon

Dec5

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On 02 December 2017, Mr. Anthony Prabhu from NDF Office Chennai came on an official visit to see the performance of the teachers, students as well as the functioning of the evening coaching class. The children welcomed him with kathas and a welcome song and showed their talents of dancing and singing. Mr. Anthony was happy with the performance of the children. He also met the teachers of the evening school, encouraged them to be motivated and aim at helping them to be better persons and educated so that their future will be brighter.

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He also gave some tips to Sr. Mary P. who is in charge of the evening coaching class, about the documentation and  records to be maintained systematically and informed her of their expectation from this session. He also had the opportunity to see the surrounding town, village and homes in which children live and their circumstances. His visit encouraged the students as well as the teachers and boosted all to perform well.

Celebrating the first world day of the poor at  Nirmala Niketan, Jaigaon

Dec5

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On November 19, the community invited the parents, brothers and sisters of our ortorians to celebrate the day of the poor. All the workers were invited to give a helping hand to cook and distribute the food. The children came along with their parents by two in the afternoon.

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Sr. Alma Bilung from Barasat in charge of KSSDS was also present during this event with Sr. Deepa  Minj and Sr. Binita Bara from Auxilium New Chumta. The children entertained their parents with dances and action songs which they learn in the evening school. After their short program, all the children were given a packet with two kilos of rice and two kilos of atta with a packet of two minutes noodles. They were so surprised and their joy knew no bounds. After the meal they thanked everyone and left the ground with a note of appreciation and contentment.  We too enjoyed to be with them and to see their happiness.

MISSION AD\INTEER GENTES MEET- FMA-PCI

Dec5

MISSION AD\INTEER GENTES MEET was held in Maria Nivas,  Nandigama-Vijayawada from 18th – 20 November 2017. It was  organized by Sr. Bala   Savarimuthu the National  coordinator for Mission ad gentes. The    resource person  was Rev. Fr. T.C. George SDB from the Province of Banglore. Sr. Kanta Tirkey and Sr. Ashalata Kerketta took part in this event.

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The first day began with the celebration of the Holy Eucharist presided over by Rev. Fr. T.C. George sdb. In his Homily, he gave a meaningful explanation of day’s theme “Stay with us Lord”, recommending each one of us to pray, and   ask Jesus to stay with us on our Journey.

The Inaugural session was well planned, organized and executed by the organizers. The participants were escorted by  the School children, with their rhythmic band-set. The celebration began with the lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries of the day.

The Key note address was given  by Sr. Bala Savarimuthul, the National Coordinator for Mission Ad gentes. Being a native of Andhra Pradesh, she   gave a short and meaningful explanation of the heritage, the culture, customs the statistical data and the richness of the  state with  a  great pride, stated  that   Andhra Pradesh  is commonly known as “RICE BOWL OF INDIA”.

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The message of Rev. Sr. Lucy Rose, the visiting councilor was read  by Sr. Shirley of INK Province. It was focused on Personal transformation. Finally Rev. Sr. Bridget Jacob, the provincial councilor and In-charge of Province   Youth Pastoral Ministry,  highlighted  the fact that each one of us is  called to “become a saint”  following the foot-steps of our  patron saint St. Teresa of Child Jesus to be passionate for Jesus, cost what it may.

 Rev. Fr. T. C. George gave a meaningful session   on the Chapter theme “FROM EMMAUS TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH” highlighting  the following themes:

  • “Stay with us”
  • “Where not our Hearts Burning within us”
  • “They set out immediately” respectively.

The different kind of Shifts and the challenges in the Disciples of Emmaus were explained to us clearly:

  • Doubt to Faith
  • Weakness to Power
  • Fear to Courage
  • Sadness to Joy

Fr. George stressed the role of Mary in the Church’s Evangelization. We believe that Mary is the greatest Evangelizer as she continues to spread the messages of prayer and penance through her apparitions in different places and to different people. We also viewed the Devotion to Personal consecration to Jesus through Mary, “Millions to Mary” a World consecration Campaign. We are convinced that, With Mary, from “Emmaus to the ends of the Earth” becomes fruitful and challenging.

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These three days of seminar strengthened our conviction that “Once we are transformed we feel the urge within ourselves to go and proclaim or give Jesus to others”. Transformation Leads to Proclamation.

Besides the input sessions and presentation of various gospel themes, group discussions, reflections and sharing were held in groups and it certainly enriched our day’s learning experiences and Personal missionary convictions.

 

HCA Vasant Vihar NCC Girls Trekking Camp at Ajmer, Rajasthan  

Dec5

Five of the NCC cadets of HCA Vasant Vihar- AfifaTabrezi, Mahima Gulati, Taushika  Singhania, Saumya  Kawaliya and Arushi Bisht got an opportunity to attend the ‘All India Girls Trekking Expedition’ in Ajmer, Rajasthan from 18-25 November 2017.

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We left Delhi on 17th November  with packed luggage to leave for this mission. Bubbling with excitement, we took our train to Ajmer from the Sarai Rohilla railway station to reach Ajmer by 4 a.m. and to have a round about the base camp. We were accompanied by 2 ANOs and 55 other cadets. We were later joined by cadets from Rajasthan, UP, MP, and Delhi. These included cadets of the Army, Air Force and Navy.

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On 19th November morning, we were all briefed about the events scheduled for the day and then assembled at the ceremony hall for the opening ceremony in our NCC uniform. On the third day, we had our first trek to Naag Pahadi, where we covered 9 km with full enthusiasm. On 21st November, we had our trek scheduled at Taragarh, which was 5 km in all. On the following day, we were taken for an educational trip to the shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti and to the temple of Lord Brahma in Pushkar. On 23rd, we visited a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira and enjoyed the most adventurous trekking covering about 7 km in Narelli.On returning to the camp, we participated in a number of sport events winning many prizes. On 24th,we participated in a rally covering 5 km around the streets of Ajmer which was organised by the Naval team. On returning to the camp, we enjoyed a cultural programme performed by cadets from all directorates.It was indeed an unforgettable experience for all of us

Afifa Tabrezi

Class IX

 

 

Annual Sports Meet Auxilium, Bandel (Juniors)

Dec4

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On 28th November 2017, the gates of Auxilium Convent Bandel were thrown open to reveal a grand arena to all, set for the Sports Meet 2017.As the guests of honour and distinguished personalities assumed their seats, the event commenced with the lighting of the Sports fire, a flame which radiated warmth and responsibility. Next the four houses marched in tandem to the synchronized beats of the school band: and the flag of their Alma Mater fluttering high. The huge  gathering was welcomed by a rhythmic dance, and the students geared up for the field events that were to take place.

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The students from Nursery to class V competed against each other in an array of event like Ring Race, Family getting ready for a party, shopping , burst me if you can, hitting the target, etc..The events were punctuated by mesmerizing and colourful displays of drills by various classes. The day concluded with the prize distribution ceremony for the various events and the chief guest’s address. Shri Pradip Acharrya Additional District Magistrate Hooghly appreciated the dedication and efforts put in by all to make the event successful one. After the national Anthem, one and all went home with cheerful demeanors and jubilant hearts, having made memories that would last them forever.

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Celebrating the 140th Anniversary of the First FMA Missionary Expedition at Auxilium, Gobra

Dec4

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On 21st November 2017, Auxilium Convent Gobra celebrated the 140th Anniversary of the first FMA Missionary Expedition with the poor families of the closest village. They were invited by the sisters on their family visits. At 3.00 p.m. the parents with their children arrived in our compound. It was followed by a procession carrying the symbols of a Ship, a Globe and a Bible around the playground later Sr.  Sadhanan Majumdar explained in brief the significance of the symbols and about the significance of the  celebration. This was followed by a solemn recitation of the Rosary. The celebration concluded with tea and snacks for all the 100 participants and 56 families were given a packet each with rice, dal, potato, onion etc.

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The First World Day of the Poor is commemorated at Auxilium – Kurtumgrh

Nov30

 

“Let us love, not with words but with deeds”, keeping in mind the exhortation of  Holy Father  Pope Francis, sisters of Kurtumgarh community marked 19 November 2017, the First World Day of the Poor. The community prepared lunch for few poor families of the Mary Land, the neighbouring village, on 25th November 2017. They expressed their gratitude, acknowledged our kind gesture and thanked the community.  The community has decided along with Parish Priest to call the children of a poor backward village Soona shahi to have Christmas celebration.

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Celebrating the 140th Anniversary of the First FMA Missionary Expedition at Auxilium, Kurtumgarh

Nov30

 

On 25 November 2017 Auxilium Convent Kurtumgarh celebrated the 140 years of First Missionary expedition of FMA. The day was combined with the children’s day celebration. There were about 70 children who had come for this celebration. While going with the children to our new land we recalled the first missionaries who had gone to the far away country and had experienced their joys and fatigues, their courage and enthusiasm for evangelization for the kingdom  of God.

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This great remarkable day was celebrated in our new land with the Eucharistic celebration. Rev. Fr. Jugal Kishor Digal our parish priest was the main celebrant with the assistant parish priest Fr. Bikram Pradhan.  Rev. Fr. Jugal Kisor  Digal made the children to understand the importance of the day 140 years of first missionary expedition of FMA and thanked the Almighty God for the gift of this   six valiant Missionary sisters who left their own land and went to spread Gods Kingdome to unknown land in South America -Urguay having one aim in mind – spreading   Gods Word.

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He also acknowledged the presence of Salesian Sisters in Kurtumgarh. And asked God’s blessing on Mother General, Provincial and  on our new land and the mission. Rev. Fr. Bikram in his homily highlighted the importance of learning, through the example of the parrot that hears and learns.  If they hear good things they will learn good things but if they here bad things they will learn bad things therefore all must try to listen good things and learn good things. After the Eucharistic celebration all of them had fellowship meal and went home happily. Some of them even expressed their desire to become missionaries.

Sr. Prisca Bara

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Celebration of the 140th Anniversary of the 1st Missionary Expedition at Auxilium New Chumta

Nov29

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 For the celebration of the 140th anniversary of the first missionary expedition, the community prepared it with triduum. Each day animated prayers and intercessions kept alive the spirit of our origin that Mother Mazzarello had lived and shared.  We prayed all the FMA missionaries during adorations and prayer moments in order to be missionaries of hope and joy.

Celebration started with Holy Eucharist and was solemnized by introduction and prayer of the faithful by Sr. Premika Tirkey. Fr. Sanjay Kindo, the Parish priest spoke about the life and struggles of missionary life. Around fifty parishioners and our boarders witnessed the event. After the Mass a picture of Mary Help of Christians with family prayer and sweets were distributed to all.

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On 18th November school celebrated missionary week. The students express their talents and love for our six FMA missionaries through prayer dance, skits, drama and songs. They used PowerPoint to make the day more colorful.  Sr. Cecilia Tamba and Sr.Emerenciana Bara took the initiative to prepare the young people. To mark the day they drew beautiful charts on the different scenes from the life of Sr. Angela Vallese.  Finally the animator Sr. Theresa V. congratulated and thanked the sisters and the students for the wonderful performance.  At the end everyone with sweets in their hand went home with the message of love, hope and Joy

Reported by Ms. Namika Lama

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