ACTIVITIES OF LASA
Christian Unity week –
18th to 25th January
Region wise gatherings –
Talks on Family life emphasizing the importance of unity, mutual respect and
shared responsibility.
Rekindling the Passion for Learning: A Teachers’ Seminar
The Education Core Group
of the Eastern Province organised a two-day teachers’ seminar at Maria Nivas,
Gollapudi, on November 9–10, 2024, under the guidance of Sr. Dr Showrilu,
Provincial Superior. Resource persons Mr. Sastry, Miss Indira, and Miss
Jayaprada equipped primary teachers with effective teaching strategies and
essential life skills. The sessions emphasized effective communication, social
skills, student-centred learning, and 21st-century educational approaches. Teachers
gained insights into cognitive development, critical thinking, problem-solving,
and emotional intelligence. Practical activities, including craft modelling,
gamification, and spaced learning, enriched their understanding of innovative
teaching methods. The seminar renewed our passion for teaching and inspired us
to respond creatively to students’ educational needs.
From Devastation to Hope:
The Journey of Flood Relief Efforts
On September 1, 2024,
unprecedented heavy rainfall caused severe flooding in Vijayawada, submerging
homes, businesses, and our school. Despite extensive damage to furniture,
computers, books, and important records, we prioritized the welfare of our
staff and support personnel by providing food and essential items. Our
dedicated staff worked tirelessly to clean and restore the school premises,
removing debris and salvaging materials. The Sisters of St. Ann’s Provincialate
and Maria Nivas extended generous support by distributing food, clothes, and
essential supplies to affected families. The Eastern Province distributed 1,500
relief packs to affected children and marginalized communities, bringing hope
and comfort to those in need. Through faith, compassion, and collective effort,
we overcame the crisis, and our students were able to return to school once the
situation stabilized.
St. Ann’s Provincialate
and Maria Nivas
During the first week of
September 2024, devastating floods in Vijayawada caused immense damage, leaving
many families without food, clean water, and electricity. Motivated by the
leadership and encouragement of Sr. Showrilu, Provincial Superior, the Sisters
extended timely assistance to the poor and affected families in Gollapudi
parish by distributing essential supplies. On October 28–30, 2024, the Sisters
from the Provincialate and Maria Nivas visited the flood-affected villages of
Y.S.R. Colony, Ambapuram, and Ninavaram. They listened compassionately to the
people, offered words of comfort, shared Scripture, and prayed with them. The
Sisters also visited the sick, assuring them of their prayers, support, and
God’s loving presence. Through these simple yet loving gestures, the Sisters
brought hope and consolation to the affected people, witnessing that even small
acts done with great love can make a meaningful difference.
