Friday, 1 November 2013

SCMI Regional Fellowship Training Program at North East Region April 22, 2013

SCMI- North east India Region conducted Regional Fellowship Training Program from 15th to 17th of April 2013 at Pine Brook Centre, Umbang Barapani Meghalaya on the theme “Youth for Justice” as a part of regional fellowship programme.

     The welcome function was led by Mr. Hamlet Lyngdoh (president SCMI Shillong City Unit). The participants were divided into 6 groups for arious assignments. One of the assignments from Roman 12:20 ’if your enemy is hungry feed him, if he is thirsty; give him something to drink…’ The responsibility as a youth toward justice what shall we do based on the phrases was the first Task. It opened the floor for discussions.  The next the participants conducted a cleaning drive in the centre as a sign of their presence in the centre thereafter Bible study was led by Pastor Greson Baba where he shares the word of God from Ecclesiastic 11:9-10. He also stretches the important of sanctity of youth and our responsibility toward our friends, family, society and the surrounding. Everyone have to live life according to the will of God.

     The morning paper presentation on the topic ‘Principle, Quality and Role of Leader’ was given by Mr. Shalom L Ralsun (Programme Secretary SCMI NEI) and Moderated by Mr. Chobin Pegu (Secretary Dhemaji Unit) after reading the Bible verse from Psalm 23:1-6 he stretched upon the three principles of Leaderships (Natural, Management and Spiritual Leadership), the quality, qualification and duties of a leader. A leader is the person who plays the role and guides his people toward perfection. This was followed by group discussions.  After the discussion the Second task for the day was from Galatians 6:2 ‘Carry each other’s burdens and in the way you will fulfill the law of Christ’ where he explains that as a youth for justice we need to carry each other burden.

     The afternoon paper presentation was moderated by Mr. Wilson (Jowai town Unit) after a word of prayer Prof. Airpeace Rani (Synod College) gave a paper presentation on the topic” Role of youth in the society towards Justice” after reading the words of God from Matthew 2:2: Mika 6:8 he share about what is justice the meaning and basic requirement of Justice. He also stress upon the important of positive attitude, Biblical Justice and differentiated the personal and social justice. During this hour a group discuss on the issue of Social Issue related to discrimination, exploitation, domestic violence etc. and personal issue.

Later the groups were led into discussion led by Mr. Banteilang (Shillong City Unit) where a groups were given a topic to discuss and gave a presentation on their opinion toward the given topics.


    Some of the topic discusses and share was:

1. Domestic Violence against women;

2. Science and Technology;

3. Globalization;

4. Gender Issue;

5. Leadership;

6. Influence of Social Networking.

      From the presentation and discussion we learn the topic was reflected toward theme ‘Youth for Justice’. As a youth we have to be alert and well verse with our surrounding as we can destroy or create our society, nation or the world. As men are the root cause of every destruction it is the responsibility of you and I to make a better future. Let us not do away from justice, but be an example for all toward justice for the welfare of all.

      Mr. Inbaraj Jayakumar (Study Secretary Fellowship Desk SCMI) who graced the program from National Office shared the important of fellowship programme. National, Regional Level, also explain the purpose of the programme and expressed his gratitude toward the region and invite the fellowship holder to be a part of the national programme at Bangalore as well. He later shared from Acts.9:1-8 on the life of Saul to Paul after that a special item was presented by Shillong city unit.

On the last day of the program the morning Bible study and prayer was led by Evan. Aano Doley (President Dhemaji Unit) where we heard the word of God from. 3 John 3; Daniel 9; Matt.17:20; Mark 11; Luke 11:10 and 13; John 15:5 and Ephesians 6:10. He shares us the important of faithfulness and the joy of living together as a brother. And also share about the prayer of Daniel, as a youth we are to be faithful to one another and to God and love one another. After that, someof the fellowship students shared their experiences of being a fellowship student.

The afternoon paper presentation was moderated by Ms. Safina S Allya (Vice President Shillong City Unit) and the presentation was given by Ms. Dr. Fenila Lyngdoh Nonglait (Chairman Meghalaya Legal Service Commission, Chief Legal Advisor of All Private university in Meghalaya and a former SCMI UCC Unit General secretary) on the topic:’ Issue of human right based on right to life and dignity’  after the words of prayer we learn how the human right come into exist , the importance and the necessity of every individual to know about his own basic human right, the effect cause by not knowing our right and violation of such right. She also stress upon that every person if he or she is a human must know that the right given to us, which is inborn, inalienable, undivided, universal and inter-dependent.

   Before the Program concluded Mr. Shalom announce the result of the group divisions, and encouraged all from Psalm 23:3 and Ephesians 6:10-18 asking all to be a ‘youth for Justice’ we as a youth we need to love, share, comfort and always put the armor of God but never boss of the achievement because it is God who lead us to righteousness. The program closed with a word of prayer and benediction by Mr. Inbaraj Jeyakumar.





Shalom Lalditsak Ralsun

Programme secretary SCM- NEI

UDPS 2013 at Union Christian College Unit, North East Region March 16, 2013

SCMI- UCC Unit, Barapani observed the UDPS 2013 on 24th February in the college chapel.  The worship was led by Mr Takeng Paro, followed by Praise and worship from the SCMI UCC Unit Executive members. Mr Lamgoulal Gangte (secretary SCMI UCC unit) gave a greeting message and the service was opened by singing song of praises ‘Make me a channel of your peace’ followed by bible reading and prayer from Ms Lalhlutawmi . Ms Esther, Leacturer (senior Friends) SCMI UCC unit gave a short reflection on the theme ’God of  Life, Lead us to Justice and Peace’ as ‘a Christian our responsibility toward the society that we are the Children of God that strived for justice and peace in the way Jesus Christ has shown us.’

The worship was followed by Mass prayer for ‘the people of the world struggling for Justice and peace.’  Mr.R.Lalchhanhima and friends sang a special song and an offertory was collected and the service was concluded by singing SCM solidarity song and prayer from Mr. Dr. E. D. Karunakaran (Vice Principal UCC and Senior Advisor SCMI UCC Unit).

                                                                                                    Mr. Lamgoulal Gangte

                                                                                                Unit Secretary SCMI UCC Unit

UDPS 2013 observed at Shillong City Unit, NE India Region March 18, 2013

On the occasion of the Universal Day of Prayer for Student, 2013, the SCMI- Shillong City Unit, Shillong conducted an afternoon prayer service on the 2nd March 2013 in Shillong. Students, office bearers along with program secretary Mr. Shalom attended the prayer service.

The service was led by the Unit President, there was songs and reading of the Bible verses. Mr. Shalom gave a brief reflection on the theme: “God of Life, Lead us to Justice and Peace” and concluded with a Mass Prayer.

 

Secretary,

SCMI, Shillong City Unit,

Shillong,Meghalaya.

“Witnessing Christ in a Pluralistic World” – SCM North East India Celebrates Platinum Jubilee October 20, 2012

SCM has been an inspiration to many young people in North East India and has produced many leaders, politician, beaucrates, lawyers, doctors, professors, etc. SCMNEI play an important role in strengthening and expanding the kingdom of God in witnessing Christ in this pluralistic world. It has always been a source of learning, spiritually and physically for most of the college’s students and youth of North East India.

October 17th, 2012 mark a Historic Date for SCM North East India and credit goes to our Almighty God for enabling SCMNEI to celebrate its Platinum Jubilee. On this Historic occasion SCMNEI remembers its former leader, who has given their precious time and effort for SCM without which SCMNEI will not be able to be at this stage of celebration. The occasion was celebrated with a theme “Witnessing Christ in a Pluralistic World” where Mr. Malakia Lalnunfela chaired the program. Dr. A J Anandan, honorary Treasurer of SCMI gave greetings followed by male voice from ATC friends. Ms. Vashti  Poah, Secretary, SCM NEI  gave a brief sletch of the history of SCM NEI and took the opportunity to thank all the former SCMers for their effort for which SCM NSI is able to celebrate its 75th year of existence. Rev. Raj Bharath Patta, General Secretary of SCM India gave the keynote address and congratulated SCM NEI at this historic juncture. Soon after SCMI Chairperson Bishop Geevarghese Coorilos dedicated the Platinum Jubilee Souvenir and gave a powerful speech on the platinum theme. Delegates from NEICC, NEICCYA, YWCA, MTC and many other well wishers attended the program. The program closed with a word of thanks by Mr. Shalom Lalditsak Ralsun, program secretary, SCM NEI and a preayer and benediction by Rev. Thongsei Hoakip, senior advisor AICS Unit.   has been a challenge to the youth  and future leaders of SCM , it’s  responsibility in imparting faith into action and in extending  the kingdom of God

SCMNEI is indeed grateful to the National Staff, Bishop Dr. Geevarghese Coorilos (chairperson SCMI), Rev.Raj Bharath Patta (General Secretary SCMI), Dr.A.J.Anandan (Honourary Treasurer SCMI) for their support and presence during the celebration. SCM NEI thank God for all its guidance and support toward SCMNEI, all the well wishers and its leaders.

Today, SCM NEI is bless with 13 Active units from various part of North East with about 1300 and more members strength during this year of Platinum Jubilee celebration which has been a great achievement for the region and is still looking forward for its extension in various part of North east.

 ‘To God be the Glory Great things He has done’. Long live SCM, Long Live SCMI NEI



Shalom L Ralsun

Programme Secretary

SCM NEI








The Student Christian Movement North East India witnessed its historical Platinum Jubilee celebration at Aizawl Theological College, Aizawl, Mizoram on 17th October 2012. SCM NEI is one of the oldest ecumenical movements in North east India as in other parts of India.

72nd SCMNEI Regional Camp cum SCMI Centenary Thanksgiving Service at Aizawl,







SCM North East India held its annual regional workcamp from 15th – 17th October 2012. The program opened with a word of welcome by Principal Rev. Dr. Vanlalchhuanawma (Principal ATC Unit) followed by greeting message from Dr. A .J Anandan (Honorary Treasurer SCMI) and the welcome function ended with a brief orientation of the programme by Mr. Shalom Lalditsak Ralsun (Programme Secretary SCM NEI)
Ms. Sharon Runlel (Secretary SCMNEI) and her team led in the ice  breaking which made the programme meaningful and interesting with the presentation of skit, magic and various games. 
On 16th the morning Bible Study was led by Rev. Dr.V. S. Lalrinawma (Senior Advisor SCMI ATC Unit) reflecting on the theme ’God the Liberator’ after hearing the word of God from the Biblical Text from Gen.28,John 4,Exd 3:10-12, Exd.6:6-8 and Isaiah 59:1-2 with a challenging reflection based on the story of the Israelites’ from the Egyptian bondage. He also state that Liberation is not only a divine effort but also include human effort. The goal of Liberation in life is freedom and redemption from oppression. It is God who used human as instrument for liberating his chosen people. He also compared Pharaoh’s oppression as the elite and rich oppressive people of today’ context, Israelite as the poor, oppressed, alienated and powerless Dalit, tribal etc. also challenged the congregation by stating that the people of God should have the conviction to liberate the oppressed and the poor . He mention some issue facing today in North East India like the ethnic violence, individualism, consumerism and globalization, drug addiction, HIV/AIDS and ecological crisis.
16th Oct there was paper presentation on the theme “Economic Justice” which was presided by Mr. Isaac Lallawmkima (President SCM ATC Unit) after reading Biblical Text from Amos 5:24 a short prayer was invited from the resources person.
Rev. Dr. K.Lallawmzuala  (Associate Professor ATC Unit) introducing what is economic Justice  also discuss issue from global context, Indian Context and North East tribal  context concluding  it with vision and mission for the present generation. Digging out the problem faced by the present economic order the presenter suggests few possible directions for fighting economic injustices; philosophy of sharing, nature friendly lifestyle and tribal socio-ethnical principle
Discussion: some of the important concerned raised during the time of discussion are:
1. Root cause of economic injustice in India
2. How to practice economic justice; an example from Mizo society
3. If a person is poor because of laziness and negligence, can we call it as a justice issue?
4. Tribal’s was not selling land before, but the present day tribal sell land and lands seem to be the main issue.
5. It is really possible to have development without economic injustice?
Reflection/Response:
Human nature is in just; we are self centred because of this a system of injustice automatically comes out. The sinful nature of human being could be the root cause of economic injustice everywhere. It is not that we should all be equal, but one should consider each particular context and situation.
From the statement “Development is a better equality of life” it is clear that development of a better society and minimizing economic injustice is possible. Complete and perfect equal distribution of economy may not be possible here on earth but could be pursued and realised in the process.
 After this response the moderator invited the Chairperson Bishop Dr. Geevarghese Mor Coorilos (SCMI) to share a few word and the paper presentation session was concluded with the word of prayer from Ms Sharon Runlel(student secretary SCMNEI).
Later another session started which was moderated by Mr. Nicky Lalremmawia. With the reading the Bible from Psalm 84 and a short prayer the session started with a paper presentation from Rev. Rosiamliana Tochhawng (Lecturer ATC). Rev. Rosiamliana started with a brief introduction and experiences in SCM and shared his thought about Economic justice explain the issue , responses that can be taken, safeguards measures can be made as a Christian today.
Discussion: Why should we stop drinking soft drink? Clarification from justice perspective
Will knowing and claiming our economic justice will really bring justice?
Response: Coco-cola Company came in India with a privilege of giving employment to 1000 unemployed youth but the real sense never was achieved. The North East India even do not know our provision and privileges from the central government due to our ignorance all this fund and privileges were issued by the bureaucrat’s central India. We need empowerment and enlightenment. So claiming what is due and claiming for justice
Economic justice is a challenging issue in our today context and it is faith issue. If we are asked to present about spirituality, prayer etc there are 10 sermons each, but to preach economic justice is a challenges. After a brief discussion and responses from the students the seminar was concluded with the Lord Prayer.
On 16th evening the SCM NEI region observed the SCMI centenary thanksgiving programme at Sandy hall which was led by by Mr. Banteilang (Honorary Treasurer SCM NEI) followed by a short speech from Rev.Raj Bharath Patta (Gen. Secretary SCMI) and Centenary greeting from Bishop Dr. Geevarghese Mor Coorilos (Chairperson SCMI). Songs and skits by the participants added more glamour and meaning to the celebration. And the programme concluded with a prayer from Mr. Rosiamliana Tochhawng Senior friend SCMI ATC unit
     After the formal programme ATC unit of SCM prepared a Bonfire which was lighted by the General Secretary SCMI as a mark of witnessing the Centenary year of SCMI by the SCM NEI region in a tribal way of celebration.
SCM NEI is indeed glad to announce that the 73rd annual Camp will be hosted by Union Christian College Barapani, Meghalaya

Shalom L Ralsun
Program Secretary, SCM NEI