Bokaro: “Music is the heart of Christmas, and carols are its soul.” With this profound sentiment, Gloria 2024, the Inter-School Christmas Carol Competition, unfolded in grand splendor on December 16 at MGM Higher Secondary School, Bokaro. This festive event united 08 schools and 05 churches, each weaving a melodious tapestry that echoed the joy, peace, and reverence of the season. Follow the currentbokaro channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va98epRFSAsy7Jyo0o1x
A Sacred Beginning
The program began with a solemn Spiritual Invocation by Fr. Sylvester Kujur, setting the stage for a day of festive harmony. Fr. Dr. Joshi Varghese extended a warm Formal Greeting, welcoming esteemed guests, visiting principals, and participants with heartfelt words that radiated Christmas cheer. Follow the currentbokaro channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va98epRFSAsy7Jyo0o1x
Festive Performances that Enchanted All
The tiny tots of St. Mary’s Nursery School, Bokaro, captivated the audience with their Festive Pageant, an innocent and joyful presentation that cast an enchanting spell. The Canticum segment saw participating schools deliver spellbinding choir performances, celebrating the timeless melodies of Christmas.
The Choral Festival followed, with competing churches presenting soul-stirring renditions that paid a harmonious tribute to the season. MGM Bokaro students added to the magic with a heartfelt Musical Interlude, further enriching the event. Follow the currentbokaro channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va98epRFSAsy7Jyo0o1x
Celebrating Excellence
The highlight of the evening was the Award Ceremony. In the School Group, St. Xavier’s School, Bokaro, emerged as the winner, while DPS Bokaro and The Pentecostal Assembly School secured the first and second runner-up positions, respectively. In the Church Group, Trinity Theological College took the top spot, followed by St. Mary Orthodox Syrian Church and N W G.E.L. Church as runners-up. The Best Santa Award was proudly won by Kairali Springdale School.
A Grateful Closing
George Joseph delivered a heartfelt Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to all participants and organisers for making the evening memorable. Follow the currentbokaro channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va98epRFSAsy7Jyo0o1x
With its festive decorations and harmonious voices, Gloria 2024 echoed the unifying spirit of Christmas, leaving every heart resonating with the immortal words of Charles Dickens: “I will honour Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all the year.”
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