Inter-Religious Dialogue & Social Case Study

Inter-Religious Dialogue & Social Case Study

Spreading the message of humanity and love, All India Catholic University Federation (AICUF), the student movement in St Joseph’s College, kicked off an out-reach programme on Friday. AICUF members visited a temple, church and mosque as part of a ‘religious exposure camp’ to foster social outreach, personality development and spiritual growth.

Mr Prashanth Kumar, an Ex-AICUFer, addressed members and spoke about how all religions are equal. He also said that individual perceptions of religions are created by narrow-minded stereotypes. He urged the members to have broader understanding of various religions, have a sense of respect and serve people of all faiths with dignity.

The AICUFers were divided into groups and were sent to places of worship of the Hindus, Muslims, Jain and Christians. Some of the AICUFers were also sent to have social case study on street vendors and ordinary people they met at the street. More than 130 AICUFers participated in this activity. It was on 8th August 2014.

Jain Temple

Mosque in Shantinagar

Street Vendor in Shantinagar

Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola

30th July 2014 (Xavier Hall)

The annual feast of St Ignatius of Loyola was celebrated by the Jesuit fathers of St Joseph’s College on Wednesday. The mass was offered by Fr Antony Joseph SJ, Rector of the Jesuit Nivas, Dr Fr Praveen Martis SJ, Principal, St Joseph’s College, Dr Fr Francis Arackal OP, Department of Communication, and Dr Fr Richard Rego SJ, Director, PG and Research Center.

The Sermon was delivered by Fr Clarence D’Souza SJ, Vice Principal, St Joseph’s College of Arts and Sciences. He emphasised the transformation of the life of St Ignatius of Loyola and related it to the life of the people in the contemporary world. The Eucharistic celebration was attended by the staff and the students.

 As usual, the angelic AICUF choir led the choir. 

Prior to the feast, All India Catholic University Federation (AICUF) conducted various activities celebrating the Ignatian week. Students enthusiastically participated in events such as collage, quiz competition and traditional dance performances that were conducted as a part of the Ignatian week. During the week, students were reminded of the altruistic nature of the Jesuit community and their contributions to the society.

Melita, I MS Com

 

Ignatian Week 3.0 (Day Six)

Day Six (30th July 2014) Panel Discussion

A panel discussion was led by Dr. Cherian Alexander, HOD of English Department. The theme was "Jesuit & Education". Fr. Richard Rego SJ, Director of PG Department, Dr. Beatrice Sequeira, Vice Principal of PG Department and Dr Somaiah P.E, Department of Political Science were the panelists on the dais. It was held at the Quadrangle.

Prior to the panel discussion, the college street dance teamed performed a dance.

Ignatian Week 3.0 (Day Five)

Day Five (28th July 2014)

Competitions on collage making on "Jesuit Education in India", Poster Making on "Magis- Spirit of Excellence" and drawing on the picture of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the Jesuit official logo.

Ignatian Week 3.0 (Day Four)

Day Four (26th July 2014) Quiz on St. Ignatius of Loyola & the Jesuits

Sch. Nikhil George SJ (II Yr CEB) & Sch Amit Toppo SJ (III Yr BCA) conducted a quiz on St. Ignatius of Loyola and the Jesuits at the Quadrangle.

Ignatian Week 3.0 (Day Three)

Day 3 (25 July 2014) Bamboo Dance & Rangooli Competition

All India Catholic University Federation (AICUF) organised a dance from Mizoram at the Undergraduate (UG) quadrangle.

Sixteen students from various streams performed the dance, which was accompanied by live music. The dance was choreographed by Nakai, III EPS and PV Joseph Buan Sing, III BSW.

The purpose of the traditional dance was to showcase the culture of Mizoram. Speaking about the event, Ravi, III BSW, a dancer, said, “Through the dance, we got the precious opportunity to collaborate with students from different streams in our College. It helped us interact with our fellow Josephites, opening our minds to different cultures.”

The unique of this dance was except the choreographer, Nakhai, all the dancers are from all parts of India; mostly non-Mizos. 

As part of the Ignatian Week, there was rangooli competition. The participants made the image of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the Hero of the Week, and the Jesuit official logo.

Ignatian Week 3.0 (Day Two)

Day 2 (24th July 2014)

There was a flash mob by AICUF dance team. It was choreographed by Nakhai (III Yr EPS), Florit Shimray (II Yr EPS) and Nikhita Krishnan (II Yr IES). After the flash-mob, there was inter-class dance competition.

Ignatian Week 3.0 (Day One)

 Day One
On 23rd July 2014, Fr. Brian Pereira SJ, Rector of St. Joseph's College & State Advisor of AICUF Karnataka, inaugurated Ignatian Week 3.0 at the college quadrangle. There was the AICUF choir singing "Rise Ye Children" in angelic voices. The choir was led by Sch. Sainborlang Marwein SJ, III Yr BA (EPS), and it was followed by the College Choir. Bro. Dickson SDB led the choir.

The AICUF Band aka "The Apostles" also rocked the college with a few gospel songs. Seven food stalls of South Indian, North East Indian & Tibetan food items were sold.

Eco-Drive Awareness

150 plus AICUFers went to Richmond Circle and Najappa Circle to spread ecology awareness. They were divided into two groups. All the AICUFers had one placard each. They shouted slogans as they marched. When they reached the respective traffic points, they urged people to follow the traffic rules. It was the first out-reach programme for the AICUFers. It was 11th July 2014.

AICUF Office Bearers' Elecction 2014-2015

On 1st July 2014, the AICUFers of St. Joseph's College had election in H007 at 1 pm. The election was conducted by Dr. Melwin Colaco, AICUF Staff Animator, and Sainborlang Marwein, III Yr BA (EPS), Acting President. More than 250 AICUFers attended the programme. Unfortunately, the 1st Years AICUFers were not allowed to cast their vote.

 

 

 

 

The newly elected office bearers for the year 2014-2015 are:

President: P V Joseph Buan Sing, III Yr BSW

Vice President: Melvin Victor, II Yr B. Sc (CZBT)

General Secretary: Khairili (Nakhai), III Yr BA (EPS)

Joint Secretary: Vinayak Rajkumar, II Yr BA (EPS)

Treasurers: B.R. Daniel, II Yr B. Sc (PEM) & Sonam Yangchen, II Yr BA (IES)

Cultural: Alwyn Crasta, III Yr BCA, Anamika Horo, III Yr BA (EPS) & Sopem Shimray, II Yr BSW

Music & Choir: Sainborlang Marwein, III Yr BA (EPS) & Dominic Dangmei, I Yr BA (HEP)

Information Secretary: Tenzin Dhazai, III Yr BA (IES), Julica Chackma, III Yr BA (EPS) & Chimrila Quinker, II Yr BA (HEP)