Introduction
The vibrant spirit of faith built over 29 years by the Salesians shone brightly during the VBS 2025 held at St. Xavier’s School, Savariyarpalayam. With 1162 families in the parish, the camp welcomed 228 children from May 1st to 18th under the theme “Oru Kootu Kiliyaga – Kuthukalika”. The Salesian community provided full support for the success of the camp.
Objectives
The camp aimed to instill Catholic values by teaching basic prayers, offering biblical education, and preparing children for First Holy Communion and Confirmation. It also focused on self-awareness, health tips, digital literacy, and personality development.
Daily Activities
Mornings began with assembly, followed by targeted classes. Alternative days included sessions on spoken English, life skills, and personality development. Afternoons featured competitions such as singing, arts from waste, clay modeling, cooking, and quiz games. Evenings concluded with Holy Rosary and Mass.
Inauguration
Held on May 1st, the camp began with a vibrant ceremony attended by 190 children. The event featured a march past, welcome speeches, and theme introduction by Fr. Justin Sengol and Fr. Albert.
Faith Formation and Life Skills
Experts from various fields animated sessions on self-growth. English classes were conducted by Salesian priests and brothers, blending grammar and vocabulary learning with games and exercises.
Prayer and Worship
Daily rosary services were led by student teams, followed by Holy Mass. Attendance was recorded thrice a day, and points were awarded for active participation and creativity.
Creative Engagements
Children were encouraged to create and maintain daily notice boards. Assemblies were student-led and rewarded for innovation. Competitions were a platform for students to showcase their talents, and points were tallied for daily recognition.
Valedictory Program
On May 15, the camp concluded with a grand event in the new Church Hall. Children presented songs, dances, and Biblical skits. Prizes were awarded to students and volunteers by Fr. Justin Sengol, marking a joyful end to a faith-filled journey.