2014 annual report for this blog.
Here’s an excerpt:
A San Francisco cable car holds 60 people. This blog was viewed about 3,200 times in 2014. If it were a cable car, it would take about 53 trips to carry that many people.
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Rome (Italy): This morning, at 9:35 the Chapter Members re-elected as Mother General Sr. Yvonne Reungoat, the 9th successor of Mother Maria Domenica Mazzarello. Among the first to congratulate her along with the Chapter Members, was the Rector Major, Fr. Ãngel Fernández Artime, A long, warm applause greeted the official proclamation.
Feast of Karam
AUXILIUM NEW CHUMTA: At the dawn of the excitement day with the heavy shower of blessing the Feast of Karam was celebrated in New Chumta Parish at the diocese level on 21st September 2014. 14 Parishes participated in the celebration. The Holy Eucharist was presided over by the Parish Priest of New Chumta Fr. Michael Toppo with other four con-celebrants from different parishes. Before the commencement of the Holy Eucharist, the young girls welcomed the Karam branch with the Adivasi dance and placed it at the entrance of the Church. It was followed by the entrance dance. During the introduction of the Holy Mass Fr. Michael spoke about history of Karam which is carried out by Adivasis of today. Fr. Federick Baraik SJ, in his homily said “Human beings need God and wants salvation, to obtain salvation one needs to be in peace with God, neighbour, nature and with oneself.”
After the Mass, Karam branch was brought to the Auxilium Convent stage by the young ladies with Karam dance. The programme began with lighting of the lamp followed by the prayer dance by the Auxilium boarders. The chief guest of the day’s programme was Mr. James Tirkey, the Additional SP of Jalpaiguri region. Different parishes presented the cultural program presenting the adivasi’s old tradition. It was not the just celebration but brought unity among the people of the parishes. The 14 groups had the joy of competing with each other with their best performance. Chief Guest of the day in his speech emphasized the need to empower and transmit Christian faith and Culture to the young people of today for tomorrow. Prizes were distributed to the winners.
Parents’ Day celebration cum counseling – DB Tech Barasat
On 6th September 2014 was a great day for the DB Tech students of Auxilium Promotional Centre Barasat, as they were having their Parents’ Day cum counseling. Counseling was held from 1.30 – 2.30 in the afternoon. The staff Sir Neelanjan, the Hospitality domain, Sir Biswajit, Communicative English and Computer, Ms. Debolina, the Retail domain and Sr. Leelamma, the Sister in charge met the parents and the students. It was our immense joy to see all the parents from far and near who had come for the celebration and they were happy to see the improvement of their ward and were grateful to the sisters and teachers for having given this opportunity to their sons and daughters, by training them for career, etiquette, soft skills and personality development. The cultural programme began with welcoming the parents in a typical Bengali culture. Director Sr. Leelamma extended a very warm welcome to all present including all the Sisters.
The students displayed their talents to entertain their parents. Few of them this was the first time that they went up to the stage. As we earnestly prepare for the bicentenary of Don Bosco the students presented a drama on the ‘Family’, the first school of every individual based on the family of Don Bosco and Maria Mazzarello. Superior Sr. Lily too highlighted the drama and she emphasized the values that could lead the child for his/her growth as to lead a well-balanced matured and dignified person in the society. The programme ended with the song to Don Bosco our Father and Friend. All returned home with hearts contended, thanks on the lips and with a packet of Bengal special in the hand.
Pilgrimage of the Youth Cross
It is known as the “Holy Year Cross”, the “Jubilee Cross”, the “WYD Cross”, and the “Pilgrim Cross”. Many call it the “Youth Cross” as it was given to young people to take around the world to any place at any time by St. John Paul II, patron of world Youth day.
The Krishnagar Diocese in West Bengal is having its Diocesan Youth Convention from 4 -7 October 2014 at Don Bosco High School Krishnagar. In preparation for the Youth Convention the Sacred Cross is on pilgrimage to all the Parishes of the diocese of Krishnagar. Don Bosco Parish Kalyani was privileged to have the Cross from 24 August – 31 August. The youth of the parish brought the cross from Ranaghat Parish. The Cross was then taken by the youth to all the families of Raghunapur and Matpara. The families welcomed the Cross with reverence and joined in prayer conducted by the youth and Sr.Margaret Barla. Many were emotionally moved, found strength in the Cross to face the daily realities of life as they prayed and venerated the Cross in their homes.
On the eve of our Community day the Cross was brought to our community. The Vigil service with all the sisters and Boarders was centered on ‘Love’. The Cross was a fitting symbol to unite us all in love so as to walk in faith and trust carrying our daily Cross.
Auxilium Kalyani
TEACHERS’ DAY celebration and PEACE Rally
On 5 September 2014 was remarkable day for the D.B.Tech students of Auxilium Convent, Gobra. The TEACHERS’ DAY celebration began at 9.30 am with prayer service. Each teacher carried lighted candles and offered to Mother Mary who is the real teacher who is leading and guiding all of us. Teachers were felicitated with gifts and flowers. The programme was consisted of songs, poems, group dance and comedy etc. Sr. Francesca Ekka and Master Samudra Saikat expressed their love and gratitude for the beautiful celebration. It was followed by a small tea party. Later the students joined for the peace procession.
The PEACE PROCESSION started from St. Teresa’s church and ended in Mother Teresa’s house. It was for the people of GAZA organized by the Indian Karate Association with the co-operation of Missionaries of Charity, St. Teresa of Avila Church Moulali, Kolkata Police, All India Minority Forum, All Faith Forum and Mother Teresa Memorial Peace. Auxilium Gobra Boarders, the D.B.Tech students, sisters and the staff too joined the group
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His Grace Rt. Rev. P.S.P. Raju inaugurated the rally at 2.45 pm. The historical rally moved towards Mother Teresa House following A.J.C. Bose Road. Various Schools, Colleges, Sports Organization, N.G.Os, children and Adults irrespective of class, creed or division took part in the rally. The rally was lead by Prof. M.A. Ali (World Karate Champion 1988) and the Religious Leaders of all Faith.
Eminent persons and dignitaries were present for the opening prayer like Mr. Idris Ali (M.P), Vijay Yogi, Sanojit Mondal (Folk Singer), Mr. Sukhnandan Singh Ahluwalia, Ms. Ayesha Noor (International Karate Champion), Quari Moulana Najrul Islam, Bhikhhu Rattan Sree, D.S. Nepal, Susmit Bhattachrayra, Md. Shah Nawaz. D.B.Tech students sang songs and Sr. Francesca gave a beautiful and inspiring speech to the gathering in the Mother Teresa House. It was concluded at 6 p.m.
In the evening boarders expressed their love and gratitude towards sisters and the tuition teachers with colorful cultural programme and offered gifts.
MARK DOMINIC KEELAN
D.B.TECH TRAINER
Graceful entry into the Diamond Year
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
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
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
Hail O Mother India
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.
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
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