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Feast of Mary Immaculate

Dec7

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On 5th December the Blue house of Auxilium Dum Dum honored  their patroness, Immaculate Mary through short prayer service, skit, song, dance and self composed poem.

Self composed poem by Sritama Dutta XII C

O Immaculate virgin Mother

O Immaculate virgin Mother

The woman free from Original sin

Lavish on your devoted children

The treasure… of heavenly mercies

Thou, the cause of our Joy

The lady full of grace,

Be with us in our strife

Be with us, when we have obstacles to face

The most powerful intercessor

Thou the morning star,

The most pure the most devout,

The most faithful forever,

Thou, the Mother of God, from the throne of wisdom,

Where you reign so mercifully;

Cast thy pitying eyes on us

Cost my pitying eyes on us.

The most humble, the most poor, the most sorrowful,

Holy Mary, the spenders of the church

Thou is the Queen of Peace

Thou the mystical Rose

The flower of Carmel

Chosen by the Lord to take away our woes

Hail Mary, blessed are you among women,

Blessed are you o star of the sea,

Bless us with favors,

That we ask of thee

Show yourself to us, the most humble,

The most poor, the most sorrowful

Twin Celebrations held

Nov24

Prov.comunity day

The culmination of the month long earnest spiritual pilgrimage on the theme, “Be a Home that evangelizes and witnesses to the young people of today” made by each community of Kolkata province reached its climax during the dual celebration of the provincial community day and the Golden jubilee of Sr. Alice Olikal, Sr. Anna Varkey, Sr. Rose Simon and Sr. Teresa Varkey from the Province of  Guwahati on 21- 22 November  at Provincialate, Dum Dum.

The celebrations kicked off with the Vigil service on the theme of the Provincial Community Day   prepared by the community of Vasant Vihar.  Sr. Maria Pettayil, the provincial brought in, a symbolic home accompanied by all the animators with placards defining 22  characteristics of a home in procession to place them at the feet of our Blessed Mother.  The prayer service was a deep reflection on the home and challenges faced by the young people of today and an expression of thanksgiving to God for the gift of our Provincial Sr.Maria.  The transition that took place was to the land of fun and frolic with the arrival of two fantastic clowns played by Sr. Elizabeth Joseph and Sr. Anand Tirkey who made everyone present to be nimble to dance and prance round. The humorous games and competitions conducted by Sr. Leelamma Palliparambil made the hall vibrate with fun, joy and laughter. Prizes were distributed to the winners of various games, quiz competition on Sr. Angela Vallese, for the study of the Apostolic Exhortation Evangelii Gaudium and for the news reporting.

Provincial expressed her gratitude to each member of the province for their very gift and for their contribution to the growth of the Province.  It was followed by the inauguration of the exhibition of charts, posters and portraits done for the death centenary celebration of Sr. Angela Vallese and the various activities carried by each community. The next inauguration was the display of the House productions. The meal which followed was varied and delicious prepared by various close by communities.  The day drew to a close with the festal greetings to Sr. Maria by Sr. Teresa Adampackallel, the vice Provincial.

On 22nd November 2014 dawned with the chiming of the golden bells announcing the jubilee celebrations of our four sisters filling everyone’s mind with vibrations of gratitude.  The Morning Prayer prepared by the sisters of New Chumta was an overflow of gratitude for the 4 sisters who have served the Lord for half a century.

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The Eucharistic celebration presided over by Archbishop Most Rev.Thomas D’Souza and concelebrated by Rev. Fr. Nirmol Gomes SDB, the Provincial of Kolkata and other twelve priests was solemnized with the contribution of various communities. In his homily the Archbishop drew the message  from his visit to the Holy land comparing the dead sea and the sea of Galilee, giving the message that which overflows enhances life and that which is stagnant is destructive for life.   He said that the Sea of Galilee represents the life of the jubilarians   whose testimonial life benefitted many.  He concluded his homily quoting the address of Pope Francis to Mother General and Chapter members exhorting us to be relevant, for today’s young people.

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The felicitation programme consisting of song, speeches, dances, tele-movie on the life of the jubilarians by sisters, students, candidates, past pupils was beautifully anchored by Sr. Basanti Ekka. Sr. Anna Varkey on behalf of the jubilarians expressed her gratitude. The celebration drew its curtains with a fraternal agape hosted by the community of Dum Dum.

Sr. Stella P.

BOARDERS PARENTS DAY

Nov16

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On 9th November 2014 was a day of joy for the boarders of St. Anthony’s Convent School Jaigaon as they celebrated their parent’s day.

All the parents were welcomed traditionally by the girls of class XII with a flow of soft music. It was followed by a cultural program which included dances, songs and drama based on the theme ‘family’. Sr. Annie, the animator in her message exhorted the parents to maintain a good family which indirectly helps in developing our nation.

Soon after the program Holy Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. Rajesh Barla, giving thanks for the gift of the parents. 120 parents took part in the celebration. Everyone found great joy in seeing their children’s performance. There were positive response from all the parents regarding the program and their children.

Anima Tirkey

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Feast of Karam

Sep23

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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.”

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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.

TEACHERS’ DAY celebration and PEACE Rally

Sep11

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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.

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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.

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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

Sep11

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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

Sep2

 

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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. 

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Inaugural function of  the bicentennial of Don Bosco’s Birth

Aug26

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The  Students of Auxilium School Dum Dum  inaugurated the  bicentenary year of Don Bosco’s birth on 19th August. The red house took the lead and animated a prayer service imploring Don Bosco’s intervention to gain God’s blessings on his children, to be true to God and our country through one’s duty and the commitments inherent thereby.

The cultural program including classical dances and songs under a beautiful facade staged the exotic representation of the forthcoming event of Don Bosco’s birthday. A pair of doves was set free highlighting the inner peace and freedom of the children of Don Bosco experienced in such an ambience where joy and mirth goes hand in hand with the spirit work and prayer. 200 gas filled balloons were released by the chief guest Rev.Fr.Antony Earatara SDB to mark the exquisite Joy of this mega event.

While congratulating the School and Red house for organizing this beautiful program honouring our father and friend of Youth Don Bosco, Fr.Antony exhorted the young students to ‘dream big’ as Don Bosco himself dreamed big and made his dreams come true in the course of time. He encouraged them to have the courage to realize their dreams too, keeping in mind that they are not alone in this venture. God is with them always to lead them to greater goals in life. Another special feast of today’s celebrations was the hoisting of the commemorative flag by the chief guest and the pledge taken by all to let the flag of Don Bosco and Mary Mazzarello fly high by keeping up a high standard of ethics and academics in our life as Salesian school students.

 

Don Bosco’s Birth Bicentennial celebrations Inaugurated at Auxilium Dum Dum

Aug26

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On 16th August 2014, the community of Auxilium Dum Dum inaugurated Don Bosco’s birth bicentennial celebration in the community chapel along with the parishioners. His finely decorated statue was garlanded as the joyful voices  echoing  the  hymn ”We thank you O Lord for Don Bosco” rose up to the skies. The introduction to the Eucharistic celebration recounted in brief, the story of the humble beginning of a simple boy of Bechi facing all odds and challenges of life to realize his childhood dream, through his future priestly ministry reaching out to thousands of young people leading them to fullness of life.

Don Bosco lived for the young people of his time to lead them to Jesus; everything he did had this goal in view, said Rev.Fr. Hermil D’Souza the main celebrant of the Holy Eucharist during his clear and eloquent homily. Recalling the Gospel summon “Sir, we want to see Jesus”, he challenged the core-community in the emulation of St. John Bosco in his earnest desire to show Jesus to all our dear ones including the pupils, especially through our educative mission! Don Bosco’s birth centenary will become significant only if we succeed to satiate the hunger of the young to see Jesus. Hence the importance of gearing all activities towards this only goal was emphatically noted upon.

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It was decided to come together to disseminate the knowledge of Don Bosco to all the stakeholders of our educative mission. Obviously the first chance fell on the parents of class seven who had the fortune to assemble in the auditorium for the parents’ orientation course today on ‘successful parenting ‘.  The program began with the video clip on the announcement of the president of America inaugurating the bicentennial of Don Bosco’s Birth Day in America followed by a brief profile of Don Bosco’s life and achievement as a well known educationist and a saint for all. Long Live Don Bosco!!!!!!!

Jaigaon Auxi Youth celebrates the opening of bicentenary of Don Bosco

Aug23

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An individual work sheet based on the life of Sr.  Angela Vallese, a giant missionary was also inserted in the days programme.

To add color for the day there was the camp fire. The sisters along with the participants voiced out the different songs of Don Bosco, his maxims and play let on the life of Don Bosco. Towards the end of the program Sr. Annie encouraged our young people saying, “We must be creative, inventive and passionate for God like Don Bosco. Take the maxim of Don Bosco to your home and do something like him.Let’s give our life to God He will turn it to authentic and real.

On 18th August, the day began with a well prepared morning prayer. The Holy Eucharist was the climax of the day. After breakfast the young people evaluated their experience and there was a positive response from all the youth. The participants said, “It’s good that we love Don Bosco. We want to learn more about the friend of the young. We would like to carry on till we become second Bosco’s in the world.”

LONG LIVE DON BOSCO   !!!

Reported from St. Anthony Convent school Jaigaon