By Alphonsa Ohol for BIS Mumbai

The joyous festival of Christmas was celebrated with great enthusiasm and reverence by Don Bosco Primary, Secondary School and Junior College, Yerwada on December 20,2025. The entire campus was beautifully decorated with stars, lights, and a Christmas crib, creating a warm and festive atmosphere. Students, teachers and staff came together to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and to spread the message of love, peace and sharing.

The Christmas program was organised at different places within the campus. The programme began with a warm and respectful welcome of the Chief Guests Fr Glen Fernandes, the Principal, Fr Gregory D'Cunha, the Administrator and Fr Michael Fernandes, the Parish Priest and other dignitaries. They were received with great honour, setting a pleasant tone for the celebration. This was followed by the welcome address, in which the significance of Christmas and the values it teaches were highlighted.

One of the most meaningful parts of the programme was the enactment of the scene of Nativity of Jesus Christ. The students beautifully portrayed the birth of Baby Jesus through a tableau, reminding everyone of the true spirit of Christmas - humility, faith and love. The presentation was simple yet touching and was appreciated by all present.

The celebration continued with a lively dance performance by the students. Their graceful movements and cheerful expressions added colour and joy to the programme. This was followed by melodious carol singing, where students sang traditional Christmas carols. The harmonious voices filled the hall with joy and devotion, spreading the message of peace and goodwill.

The highlight of the programme was the address by Fr Glen, Fr D'Cunha and Fr Michael who spoke about the true meaning of Christmas. They encouraged the students to practice kindness, forgiveness, and sharing, not only during Christmas but throughout their lives. Their words were inspiring and left a deep impact on everyone.

The programme concluded with the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the Chief Guests, dignitaries, teachers, students and all those who contributed to the success of the celebration. The Christmas celebration was a memorable and meaningful experience for all, reminding everyone to carry the spirit of Christmas in their hearts always.

Every class contributed items such as sugar, talcum powder, and other essential commodities as part of the spirit of sharing and caring which was later distributed to the poor.

One of the Primary student expressed saying: “I felt very happy to be part of the Nativity scene. It helped me understand the birth of Baby Jesus and the true meaning of Christmas.”

While a Secondary Student said: “I liked how our school celebrated Christmas as one big family. It was a memorable day for me.”

A Junior College student shared: “The Christmas celebration helped me reflect on the true meaning of the season. It reminded us to be grateful, to care for the less fortunate, and to live the values of love and service in our daily lives.”