WORLD SUNDAY SCHOOL DAY

World Sunday school day was observed by the churches in Lucknow Diocese on November 20th November 2011, at All Saints Cathedral, Allahabad. Mrs. I. Dan, the first lady of the Diocese was the chief guest and Rt. Revd. Morris Edgar Dan, Bishop, Diocese of Lucknow and Patron, Ministry with Children was the guest of honor. The theme of the day was “Arise and Build, Fear Not for I Am with You, Always.” 

Over 300 children, Sunday school teachers and guests representing All Saints Cathedral, Jamuna Church, Katra Church, Naini Church, St. John’s Church, St Paul’s Church, Holy Trinity Church, St Peter’s Church and ECI Church participated. The children took out a procession from the Bishop House to the Cathedral where they presented songs, skits, plays etc. The participation and presentations were enjoyed by one and all and Rev. P. Sethna and Mrs. I. Gowan judged the presentations for the award of trophies.

Rev. Dr. Vinita Eusebius, Coordinator, Children’s Concerns and the Convener of the program welcomed the guests, introduced the theme and also thanked the guests, participants and the host church for their participation.

World Sunday School is celebrated all over the world in November to bring all the children of different denominations together on a common platform expressing their unity in the mission of God. This is also time for reflecting on Biblical themes and stories. This year’s theme specially challenged the participants and the guests to commit themselves to the cause of suffering humanity and to build the lives of people who lie broken, dejected and alone in our communities. Bishop Dan encouraged the students and teachers to work towards building Gods Kingdom. He appreciated the efforts of the Coordinator, teachers and pastors in organizing the program. 

Mrs. I. Dan appreciated the vigor of the teachers and the students and encouraged the teachers to continue working hard with the children. She awarded trophies and gifts to the children and teachers. Jamuna Church bagged the running shield for best performance. Katra Church stood second and All Saints Cathedral and St. Peter’s Church Muirabad jointly shared the 3rd position.