Website: cnicalcutta.org July - August 2013Diocesan Newsletter Issue: 32

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The 43rd Ordinary Session of the Calcutta Diocesan Council was held on Friday 16th and Saturday 17th August, 2013, at the Parish Hall of St. Paul's Cathedral. The first day of the session commenced with a Holy Communion service at St. Paul's Cathedral led and celebrated by Rev Andrew Simick. After breakfast the first session followed with an opening prayer said by Rev John Nelson Ali. Rev James Gomez, Assistant Presbyter of St. Paul's Cathedral welcomed the gathering on behalf of the Cathedral family and thanked the Council for choosing St. Paul's Cathedral as the venue for the 43rd Ordinary Session. Mrs Lorraine Mizra, Principal, La Martiniere for Girls read out the roll call of members, who indicated their presence to ascertain a quorum. Rev James Stevens said a memorial prayer for all the departed brothers and sisters and to strengthen and console those who are grieving the loss of their loved ones. The session was called to order followed by the inaugural address of the Chairman, The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta.The Minutes of the 42nd Ordinary Session of the Calcutta Diocesan Council, CNI held on 18th August 2012 were presented and confirmed. The council received the reports from the Hony. Secretary, the Hony. Treasurer, the Hony. Secretary of the Property Committee and CDTA(P) and reports from various Standing Committees, Sub-committees and Boards of the Council.

On the concluding day, the morning devotion was led by Rev Pradip Biswas

43rd Ordinary Session, Calcutta Diocesan Council

On 10th August, 2013 the Diocese of Calcutta observed a quiet day of prayer to give thanks to God for His faithfulness. The various pastorates gathered as one family to offer prayer for the Diocese, for all those elected in the Pastorate Committees; for those holding responsibilities in the Diocese and for the proceedings of the 43rd Ordinary Session of Calcutta Diocesan Council, Standing Committees/Boards, members and invitees.

Diocesan Quiet Day of Prayer and Fast ing: Self Examination

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On 15th July, 2013, the Women and Gender Justice Concern Desk, under the able guidance of the Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta in partnership with Gandhi Peace Foundation and India Peace Center organized an interface of Religious leaders to reflect faith into action. Over 150 people including religious leaders, activists from humanitarian organizations, and educators attended. The key theme

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An Initiative of the Women and Gender Justice Concern Desk

You shall not steal. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour.

–Exodus 20:15-16

Be honest with yourself, others, and God at all times. Being honest means choosing not to lie, steal, cheat, or deceive in any way. When you are honest, you build strength of character that will allow you to be of great service to God and others. You will be blessed with peace of mind and self-respect. You will be trusted by the Lord and will be worthy to enter into His holy temples.Dishonesty harms you and harms others as well. If you lie, steal, shoplift, or cheat, you damage your spirit and your relationship with others. Being

honest will enhance your future opportunities and your ability to be guided by the Holy Sprit. Be honest at school; choose not to cheat in any way. Be honest in your job, giving a full amount of work for your pay. Do not rationalize that being dishonest is acceptable, even though others may think it does not matter.Closely associated with honesty is integrity. Integrity means thinking and doing what is right at all times, no matter what the consequences. When you have integrity, you are willing to live by your standards and beliefs even when no one is watching. Choose to live so that your thoughts and behaviour are always in harmony with the gospel.

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taken from John 15:16 (NIV) “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you”. Rev. Edward John Wood offered the opening prayer after which the session continued with the report of the Hony. Secretary, Governing Body of Diocesan Schools.

The Bishop introduced Prof. Goutam Banerjea, Registrar, St. Thomas' College of

Engineering and Technology who then presented before the members an updated report of the functioning of the College. Prof (Dr.) John Abraham, Rector & Secretary, Scottish Church College shared his views on the importance of higher education and informed all about Scottish Church College. Council MembersThe Council is composed of the Bishop, the House of Clergy, the House of laity, nominated lay representatives, representatives of Diocesan Youth work Committee, representative of Diocesan W.F.C.S. Committee. Members of the Council are elected for a three-year term.

The following were elected office bearers for the term 2013-2016: President- The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta, Vice-President – Rev Paritosh Canning,

Bishop's Birthday CelebratedThe Council members celebrated the Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas' birthday in a cake cutting ceremony as he turns 62 on 19th August 2013.May his faith and obedience to God remain constant and visible to all who encounter his presence.

Hony. Secretary - Rev. Abir Adhikari and Hony. Treasurer - Mr. Pradip Kumar Mitra. Apart from this various other committees and boards were formed for the said term.

43rd Ordinary Session, Calcutta Diocesan Council

Mulvany House, the old age home in central Kolkata has moved ahead in their plans to better the place and provide a much wider array of facilities for the women residents. The home has a look that is welcoming and a place you will want to revisit. Sustainable Green Initiative in partnership with the Diocese of Calcutta will plant up to 500 fruit trees at this old-age home. The planting began on 28 August 2013 and is expected to be

completed by September, 2013. Ms Swapna Das –Councillor Ward No 37 was the Guest of Honour; Rev Biswajit Biswas, Presbyter in-charge of Holy Trinity Church; Mr Prasanta Datt, Secretary of Mulvany House; Mr Devadason, Mr Rajmohan and Avijit Bose of SGI and Mr Saikat Nath – Church Worker among others were present to encourage the initiation of tree planting. It was a joyous occasion. To the people of the home the trees are symbols of hope and life even as fruit bearing trees in time to come will further nourish the inmates and also be a source of income to the home.

M U L V A N Y H O U S E – Initiative for a Greener Earth

What if you believe—truly believe with all confidence that God is with you? How would today go for you if you know without a doubt that God is in control? What would be different in your life if you are sure God is watching and good? What would you risk if you are certain God is victorious?

Just how would believing God's promises change your life?

Ask the greatest Christian you'll ever meet if they hold on to God's promises and they'll all say yes. Believing that God will do what He promises leads to a great life. The greatest Christian you'll every meet knows, treasures, and is resting in the promises of God. They cling to these assurances that God gives His people so they can walk by faith while they wait for Him to witness his marvelousdeeds.

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A group of young people from various pastorates led the gathering in the praise and worship session at the beginning.

The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, in his introductory words shared with all present an overview of the Diocese. The clergy have been attending various workshops and retreats. Rev Nigel Pope, Rev. Shreeraj Mohanty and Rev. James Alistair Gomez have been in the past part of a Global conference to which 24 new clergy were invited from different parts of the Anglican Communion across the world. Bishop is very keen in such exposures for his clergymen and has made plans to give other clergy from the Bengali congregation international exposure like this. On 1st September, 2013, Rev Swarup Bar, Presbyter in-charge of Osmond Memorial Church is leaving for the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, as a CNI Candidate from the Diocese of Calcutta for a P.hD. course, for a period of three years; Rev Biswajit Biswas, Presbyter in-charge of Holy Trinity Church is pursuing the Doctor of Philosophy Degree from the School of

Continued from: Pg.1 Theology of Sam Higginbotthom Institute of Agriculture, Technology and Science (Deemed to-be University), Allahabad. The results of all our schools in the last publ ic examinat ions are very encouraging. Church of the Epiphany is discussing expansion plans of the Church building, Construction work for the new Church building of Sadhu Sundar Singh Girja is near completion and the new Church building of St. James' Church, Baranagar, has already been dedicated. Other projects in the Diocese are being actively pursued. Further he shared with all, the advancements made in the Diocese in the field of Education. During this time he urged the parents of the various pastorates in the Diocese to nurture their children in a manner that they may come forward to strengthen the house of God.Bishop in his message dwelt on the requirements of a believer's life. He prompted all to consider questions meant to get us to think and examine ourselves to help us see what kind of Christian we are, maybe to see if we really are one in Christ. The Holy Spirit can prompt us. We need to lovingly and humbly submit ourselves to the Lord.

Finally he quoted 2 Corinthians 13:11 (NIV)Final Greetings: Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.After Rev Abir Adhikari's brief introductory talk, Rev Pradip Biswas and Rev. (Dr.) Samuel Raj took turns in sharing the Word of God, for encouragement to all.Rev Swarup Bar conducted a Bible study. The topic was- God's faithfulness, our faith in the Lord and the reward of our faithfulness and trust in the Lord.In the concluding part Rev. Subhas Adhikary led in the intercessory prayers. He was assisted by Mr Saikat Nath, Church Worker. Rev. Pradip Kumar Nanda said the closing prayer and gave thanks to God for the speakers who enriched the gathering through scripture, to the Rt Rev Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta for choosing St. John's Church as the venue, for Rev Abir Adhikari for moderating the sessions and taking care of the days proceedings and for all others who supported the quite day of prayer.In the end there was time for fellowship and lunch for all.

Diocesan Quite Day...

On 14th July, 2013, St. Thomas' Church, Free School Street, organised a Youth Sunday. Youth from St. James' Church, St. Paul's Cathedral, CNI Wesleyan Church, St Andrew's Church and students from St. Thomas' Day School participated. In the Eucharistic service at 8:30 am the Youth were well represented in the readings, intercessory prayers and offertory which made the service meaningful.Mr. Quentin Pope of St. Andrew's Church shared his view on “Who is my Neighbour?”

The women's fellowship of St. Thomas' Church organized breakfast for all. The Youth interacted with each other. This paved a way for a more inclusive time that was to follow.The youth along with the elders of the Church gathered in Bryan Hall for a time of praise and worship.The Rt. Rev. Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta graced the event. He shared with the youth the Parable of 'The Good Samaritan'. He encouraged them to consider their actions before putting it into practice and examine whether it is serving the common good.W h a t f o l l o w e d w a s performance after performance that enthralled all present and included Worship Choruses, Hymns, a skit, -A story with a Message on 'Loving your Neighbour as yourself', a Fijian D a n c e a n d a m u s i c a l extravaganza.

-Brother Rajan from the Youth with a Mission delivered his powerful Message for the day on 'How the Choices we make determine our Destinies.’In the concluding part a thanksgiving prayer and the benediction was said by Rev. Nigel Pope. Lunch boxes were served to all and the fellowship continued until all had left.Rev Andrew Simick, Presbyter in-charge of St. Thomas' Church, Rev Thomas Harris, Assistant Presbyter and Ms. Dolly Mani put in a lot of hard work to ensure the Youth Sunday was a blessing to all.

S t . T h o m a s ' C h u r c h , F r e e S c h o o l S t r e e tYouth Sunday

Saturday, 27th July, 2013Youth Bible Study

Saturday, 27th July, 2013Youth Bible Study

Mr Jason Hardy, St. Thomas' Church

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The Annual Sunday School Competition Rally organised by the Diocesan Sunday School Committee was held on 4th August, 2013 at La Martiniere for Girls, Kolkata. The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta, was present at the programme. Bishop strongly felt that the Sunday School ministry of the Diocese has effectively brought children, youth, and adults into a better knowledge of the Lord. It facilitates spiritual growth and preparation to serve Christ. Further it must continue to adapt to integrate changing educational insights with the unchangeable Word of God.The children, parents and teachers assembled in the school hall for the opening prayer, praise and worship. After the orientation the children were led to their respective classes where they participated in a quiz contest on 1st Samuel Chapters 1-25, drawing competition and prepared for tableau.

The judges for the tableau were Fr. Moloy D'Costa, Inspector of Diocesan Schools, Arch Diocese of Calcutta; Mrs. Pauline Mukherjee, Principal, St. Thomas' Girls' School; Dr. Ajanta Paul, Principal, Women's Christian College and Bandana Chakraborty, Retd. Headmistress of United Missionary Girls' High School. Winners will be announced on Nabanna Utsav i.e. in the Diocesan Festival, the Annual Day of Thanksgiving celebrated each year on the First Sunday of December.

Diocesan Sunday Schoo l Compet i t ion Ra l l y

of the discussion was “Combating Pedophilia, Abuse, Rape and Murder of Young Girls in India”. The programme was in response to end the culture of violence in the context of growing sexual violence and abuse of women, girls and children in India and West Bengal.

The Bishop of Calcutta urged the religious leaders of different faith reflect faith and spirituality into actions. “Promoting gender justice and advocacy to end the culture of violence on women and children are everyone's agenda”- it was stressed by him.Bishop recommended reducing violence against women and children. with the following points:

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An Initiative ...

Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta along with religious leaders and activists lighting the lamp for peace.

Moumita Biswas,Co-ordinator,

Women and Gender Justice Concern Desk

On 21st August, 2013 the Minority Desk of the Diocese of Calcutta under the leadership of Rt. Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta organised an OBC hearing camp in St. Peter's Church to facilitate the enrolment of candidates for OBC Certificates from the pastorates. Officials from the OBC Cell, Government of West Bengal, conducted the hearing in a manner that enabled the candidates to enrol with no room for ambiguity.

Mr Partha Sarkar, facilitator of the Minority Desk informed the Pastorates of the hearing and encouraged them to take this opportunity and obtain the OBC certificate. This certificate entitles the candidates of all the schemes and facilities available from the OBC Cell, Government of West Bengal. To support the candidates, presbyters from the Churches, Women's fellowship members, youth and people from the Diocese were also present.

· Child protection policies should be introduced in school, college and other educational institutions.

· Peace education and awareness about gender justice should be made mandatory in curriculum of schools and colleges. This can be introduced in value education or moral science/ethic classes prevalent in schools and colleges.

· Faith based organisations should promote family counseling as one of the crucial component of healing and combating violence in family and society.

Among the speakers were Ms Santasree Chaudhuri – activist and Buddhist healer; Mrs Mala Boyd former, Principal of Jain Shikshalay; Dr. Yeshi Tsering, from the Tibetian community, Dr. Syed Morshood Ali, Al Qadri from Aman Islamic Foundation; Suzette Jordan, Survivor of Park Street gang rape and Fr. Gomes from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Calcutta. At the end there was a time for testimony and fellowship.

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On Sunday 28th July, 2013 St James' Church, AJC Bose Road celebrated its Patronal Festival.

The Eucharist Service at 8:00 a.m.

started with the procession of the

cross bearers, banner bearers

representing the Church, St James'

School, Pratt Memorial School,

Sunday School, Choir and the Clergy.

The representation of the Schools is

a symbol of solidarity with the

Church.The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta was the celebrant and preacher. Bishop acknowledged the contribution of

Patronal Festival of St. James' Churchesthe Church through the Sunday school, women's fellowship, youth, the congregation and its partner Church,

Livingston Old Parish, Scotland towards the outreach work through its various social action programmes. He

encouraged all to remember the Calcutta Diocesan TB Relief Trust in their prayers. The Trust runs an outdoor clinic

for Tuberculosis patients in the vicinity of the Church. The clinic is actively involved in awareness programmes and is in need of funds to support its programmes.

The “Evensong” was held at 5.00 p.m. Sunday School, Youth, Choir, individuals and the WFCS put up a performance, through song, dance and skit.

After the Variety entertainment, the guests and congregational members participated in a dinner and fellowship.

On 28th July, 2013 St James' Church, Baranagar celebrated its 108th foundation day in a thanksgiving service at 5:00 pm in the

newly dedicated Church building.The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta graced the occasion with his presence. Office bearers of the Diocese, clergy and guests were present in solidarity. In the first part of the service the Church building was dedicated in a rite at the

entrance of the congregation remained inside to receive the Bishop. A lay representative opened

the door after the symbolic three knocks on the door by the Bishop with his pastoral staff.Bishop gave thanks to God for the work of the hands, mind and heart of all those who contributed in the construction work of the Church building. It was a joyous occasion. The congregation and all who

building as the attended gave thanks to God for Church building even as Bishop reminded them to trust in the Lord at all times.

The Sunday School and women's fellowship presented special songs.Students were felicitated for excellent results in the board examinations on this occasion.

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The celebration ended in fellowship. Dinner packets were distributed to all present.

On 15th August 2013, St Paul's Cathedral organised an Inter-Church Football Tournament as a means of Christian fellowship.Eight churches participated. St Stephen's Church reached the final and won in a 3-2 goal victory against St. Thomas' Church, Free School Street. The goalkeeper, Patrick, won the award for the most Promising Player and Obed Pakianathan claimed the prize for most goals scored in the tournament. Other participating Churches were St. Paul's Cathedral, St Mary's Church, Elgin Road; Calcutta Hill

Christian Church, St. Andrew's Church, St Saviour's Hindi Church and St. James' Church, AJC Bose Road.The presbyters, congregation and those who came out cheered on their team with great enthusiasm. The Tournament included lunch, and a warm spirit of fellowship and sportsmanship pervaded the event.Rev. Nigel Pope, Presbyter in-charge of St. Paul 's Cathedral took ful l responsibility along with his team to ensure that the events of the day went as planned.

Independence Day- Inter Church Football Tournament

The Winning Team-St Stephen's Church The Winning Team-St Stephen's Church -Contributed by Luke Alfred

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St. Saviour's Church, celebrated its 164th Patronal Festival on Sunday, 18th August, 2013.As it is a tradition of this Church, a special welcome was given to The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta. It was also a special weekend for Bishop as he celebrates his Birthday on the 19th.As a par t of the celebrations Bishop preached the Word of God. He considered it an opportunity whenever

he visits the congregations in the Diocese to remind him that we are all God's people and of the mission to draw people into the worship of God and living in a way that expresses our love for God and through our love for our neighbours. It is also an opportunity to thank God for His faithfulness and love and to renew our ties with each other. For the CNI Church of St. Saviours at Wellesley Square, Kolkata this is one such occasion that both the Hindi and Tamil congregation come together as a community of faith to pray, sing, and respond to God's Word.

St Saviour's Church, PatronalFestival Sunday SchoolSunday School

Ravindra Samuel Apte, Hony. SecretarySt. Saviours' Church, Hindi Congregation

The service was held in English for the benefit of both the congregations. Rev. (Dr.) Samuel Raj – Presbyter in charge of Tamil congregation, Rev. Martin Arun Pakhare – Presbyter in charge of Hindi congregation and Rev. Paritosh Canning, Bishops' Chaplin and the Vice-President of the Diocese of Calcutta assisted the Bishop in conducting the service.After the service the Bishop blessed and dedicated the newly elected members of the Pastorate Committee. The Sunday School, Youth and WFCS presented songs and a skit that was appreciated by all.The celebrations came to a close with the distribution of lunch packets to all present.

On 7th July, 2013, St George's Church celebrated its 78th anniversary in a thanksgiving service at 5:30 p.m. The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta and Rev. Paritosh Canning, Bishop's Chaplain along with other guests were present on the occasion. The congregation extended a warm welcome to them all.

The Church has a rich heritage and boasts of a very old and authentic Bengali congregation.

The congregation remembered in the

prayers with reverence all those who

faithfully served in this Church. The

Sunday school, youth and women's

fellowship presented special songs.

Mr Sanjit Mondal presented a

Chr i st ian fo lk song that was

appreciated by all.

Bishop in his message affirmed the joy of the Bengali Christian community of the time the Church was constructed and hoped that this house of prayer continues to change lives through the

Word of God. He gave thanks to God for the lives of all those who were actively involved in establishing this Church.

The celebration came to a close with fellowship and distribution of dinner packets to all.

St George's Church78th Ann iversar y Celebration

On 19th August, 2013, Church Leaders and theological educators from China and Dr H.S. Wilson a friend of the Diocese visited The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta to get a better understanding of the life and work of the Church in the Diocese of Calcutta. The team interacted with Bishop, office bearers and eminent people in the Diocese and also joined in the fellowship lunch with Bishop and the Diocesan office-bearers.

Overseas VisitorsOverseas Visitors

The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta with members of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BEGA)Trust India, at their meeting on 22nd August, 2013 in Shillong.

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On 26th July, 2013, St. Thomas' Day School held its 70th Founders' Day service at St. Thomas' Church at 5:00 p.m. The service started with the procession of cross bearers, banner bearers representing the school, the Principal, Board of Governors, Chief Guest and clergy.Members of the School community and special guests gathered to celebrate 70 years of St Thomas' Day School, as an institution committed to the city of Kolkata in the field of education.

The students of the Glee club and the staff choir presented beautiful songs. Mrs. Gloria Prabal, principal and the teachers led in the prayers.

The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta presided over the service. Bishop remembered in prayers the Founding fathers, former principals, teachers who served here and ex-students. He gave thanks to God for the present principal, teachers and students. He spent time to reflect on the significance of the need to sow in order to reap. This he felt was essential for the all-round development of the school.

Mr. Sunirmal Chakravarthi, Principal, La Martiniere for Boys School was the Chief Guest. His message was inclusive and encouraging.

After the service the Guest and teachers gathered in Bryan Hall for fellowship and dinner.

St. Thomas' Day School Founders’ Day Celebration

On 25th July, 2013, St. James' School held its 149th Founders' Day Service at St. James' Church at 9:00 a.m. after the hoisting of the School Flag organised by the Scouts. The solemn service began with the traditional Processional hymn- 'For All The Saints…' followed with the Invocation thanking the Almighty for his bountiful blessings. The resonance of the prayers and the choral tributes added the right solemnity. It proceeded with the Principal's Prayer, playing of the Last Post by the Army Buglers. All three choirs-Junior, Middle and the School sang with

full-throated glee. This year a Bengali song was added to reflect the evolving

e t h o s o f t h e s c h o o l ' s cosmopolitan composition. The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta and Chairman, Board of Governors, presided over the Service.The Bishop's sermon dwelt on the crisis in society today with violence rampant all around. He said that one should follow the

Bible reading of the day taken from the Book of John, Ch: 15; vs 1-10 and submit oneself to God having trust in him. He continued by saying that children

should trust their parents and teachers in equal measure. He also highlighted the role of teachers in instilling a positive attitude amongst the children so that they can go out into the world and make it a better place.Shree Shyamal Datta(Retd.) IPS and former Governor of Nagaland was the Chief Guest. He emphasised the importance of empathy when addressing the hearts of the students. He spoke of teachers, parents and the environment

constituting a trinity to inspire the child and raise its values. Shree Datta asked the children to relish the present and carry forward the values and, at the same time told them to re-visit the past to understand and appreciate the present moment. The Chief Guest, along with Bishop presented the “Bishop's Medal for Academic Excellence to Kallol Das Poddar for securing the first position in the I.S.C. Examinations 2013 in Science with 97.45%; and

Rohit Hazra for coming first in the Commerce section with 96.4%.

St. James' School 149th Founders' Day

- Contributed by St James' School

On 19th July, 2013, Cossipore St Ninian's Girls' High School held its Annual Prize Day to honour students for exemplary performance in their examinations. Dr. Ajanta Paul, Principal, Women's Christian College was the chief guest. Eminent people from the Diocese and special guests were invited on the occasion.Dr Ajanta Paul delivered an inspiring message. The children performed in song and dance. Mrs. Madhumita Mitra, Headmistress, presented her report that highlighted the activities, programmes of the previous year and future plans and proposals for a better year ahead. This is the only girls school in the industrial belt situated in the northern part of Kolkata. The Rt Rev Ashoke Biswas, Bishop of Calcutta extended his full support to the school ensure a high standard of education.

Cossipore St. Ninian’s Girls’ High School - Annual Prize Day

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Adding a new dimension to the

experience and exposure of the existing

partnership with Sion Manning R.C. Girls'

School, London, in Global School Projects,

the Principal, teachers and students of St

Thomas' Girls' School teamed up for the

International School Awards, 2013-2016,

in collaboration with the British Council.

ST. THOMAS' GIRLS' SCHOOL…. ADDING A GLOBAL DIMENSION

capable of critical thinking and working towards being global scholars. Our SKYPE chats with our partner schools in Japan, Albania and other countries apart from being very informative, made us realize that we all share the same problems …..Children and teenagers the world over are the same, looking for something different, something new, and they need just to express themselves.This project was innovative and brought out creativity in our staff and students. We are now working with our partner school from the U.K. on project with the Junior Department. We are very grateful to Mr. Mrigank Mouli Mukherjee of the British Council, Kolkata for giving us this platform, to our Principal, Mrs. Pauline Mukherjee for leading us and to all the teachers and students for whole hearted participation. We are so proud that our projects have been considered as the most outstanding of the projects submitted…….and it is because we got together to add a little fun to our curriculum!

ISA Team of St. Thomas' Girls' School

of the college.The Governor of Odisha then proceeded to place a wreath at the bust of the college founder, Dr. Alexander Duff.The Governor of Odisha began his address with the following words, “I'm indeed delighted to be in your midst, today, on this august occasion of your

th184 Foundation day and consider it to be a great honour and privilege to deliver the first Alexander Duff Memorial Lecture. Dr.Jamir then enumerated the wonderful work done by Dr. Alexander Duff in his role as the first missionary of the Church of Scotland to India. Dr.Jamir mentioned that Duff's greatest contribution to India was his propagation of western liberal education through the English language and his emphasis on a confluence of religion and science

which not only influenced a generation of educated Indians but also ignited the Renaissance that was taking place in Bengal.

th13 July, 2013 was a memorable day for the staff and students of Scottish Church College and they were truly honoured to have Dr. S.C. Jamir, deliver the first Alexander Duff Memorial Lecture.

Scottish Church College

Prof. Deepti Myriam JosephScottish Church College

The International School Award is an accreditation scheme for curriculum-based international work in schools. The scheme provides recognition for teachers and their schools working to instil a global dimension into the learning experience of all children and young people. The 10 projects we were involved in were very exciting. We were required to partner with schools from different countries, one of the countries being the U.K. Looking for schools globally to partner us in our projects and share their

work was extremely challenging. We found schools in Italy, Albania, Japan, Sri Lanka, Rio de Janeiro, Texas and also in Chelmsford, U.K. who were ready to work on projects together. It was interesting to see the project being embraced with so much enthusiasm and to know that our students were very

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