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2 | 8 The Rt Rev Datuk Danald Jute Message from Bishop Dear Teachers, Students, Parents and all friends and supporters of our beloved St Columba’s School. Many congratulations and felicitations to the big family of SMK St Columba, Miri on your 94th Patronal Festival. It is wonderful to gather to mark and celebrate this significant moment, alongside the 100th Anniversary of St Columba’s Church, more so after Covid19 pandemic has denied us the opportunity to celebrate the last three years. No one needs any reminder that our Church and Schools are intricately connected. All praise and glory be to God! God in His faithfulness and goodness has sustained us and caused us to flourish and be a source of strength, truth, and righteousness. We honour and give thanks to God for the pioneers of our School and all those who have gone before us - those who planted, nurtured and tended this school, those who have taught and studied here, those who have contributed in one way or other, to make our school what it is today. As we celebrate the past, we can look to the future with confidence and hope - that our school flag will fly even higher with pride. And so I want to encourage teachers, students and parents - be proud of what you do, for what you are doing has lasting values. As tomorrow begins today, and the future starts now, let us continue to offer our best so that the generation to come can stand proudly on the legacy that we will be leaving behind for them. For that reason, we must know our calling, our vocation and what we stand for. Unless we know what we stand for, we will not be able to stand firmly and steadfast. We will have nothing to communicate from lack of identity within. My prayer is that we may all know that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” (Proverbs 9:10) Blessed 94th Patronal Celebration! The Rt Rev Datuk Danald Jute President, Mission Schools Bishop of Kuching
3 | 8 School Patron of Saint Columba was born on the 7th December 1521 A.D. in Donegal, Ireland. He was involved in the building of churches and a charismatic leader. During this time that a dark incident changed his life. Because of the conflict involving the freedom of speech, Columba and his followers attacked those that are of different understanding with him. This incident had cost loss of lives and left a deep mark in Columba. He regretted his hasty act and was filled with remorse and guilt. As his own self-punishment and to redeem himself and seek peace in his heart, he left his hometown and go on a journey. Columba’s journey was to carry out evangelistic missions to save the souls of human kind from sin and destruction. Columban’s decision to do so was a way to redeem his past mistakes. He passed away on the 9th June 1597 A.D. in Iona, Scotland. The interesting facts about Saint Columba was his due diligence in doing his work. He will put his full attention and do it with all his heart whatever that he wants to achieve. He also could face and overcome his own weaknesses with a brave and strong heart. He is always ready to help those that are in need. His life portrays the humility and the sacrifice of oneself for the benefits of others. School’s Founder Reverend Canon Paul Chong En Siong Saint Columba school was started on 16th January 1929. In the beginning, the school only consists of an old government building with 13 students. The idea of establishing the school was inspired from an Anglican priest from Sabah, Reverend Father Paul Chong En Siong. Together with another priest, Reverend Father F. W Synnott, they decided to start a school in Miri. From there, Saint Columba’s school was established with Reverend Father Paul Chong En Siong himself at the first headmaster. Rev. Father Paul Chong served from 1929 to 1935. This school was named after an Irish saint, Saint Columba who was always ready to do God’s work by helping others. Saint Columba
4 | 8 History of Saint Columba (M) School Saint Columba School was declared open on 16 January 1929 Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Saint Columba (M) [Saint Columba's Secondary School] or St. Co, as it is referred to by the locals, is the oldest school in Miri. The school was established in 1929 by Canon Paul Chong En Siong and is currently headed by Mr Subah Anak Nyareng. Assembly Hall 1951 Wooden Block Assembly Hall 2022 Present Saint Columba’s Primary School Old building of Saint Columba’s Secondary Old Building of the School church, repurposed to house the kindergarten New Building of the kindergarten
5 | 8 The Saint Columba’s Church Memorial The Latin word ‘Pax’ reminds all visitors of the need for peace The World War II Memorial Tomb is constructed in memory of the 28 civilians of various nationalities, executed by the Japanese occupying forces on June 13, 1945 Arch at the entry of World War 2 Memorial Park
6 | 8 Time Activity Note 6.30 a.m. 6.40 a.m. 7.00 a.m. Students assemble at the assembly hall. Briefing by Head of Discipline Committee Arrival of guests, teachers and invited guests. * 7.00 am Primary School proceed to SMK Saint Columba (M) and take their respective places. 7.15 a.m. Arrival of VVIP : *Welcome performance by the school Brassband National and State Anthem Opening Prayer – Rev. Rodriguez Unak Anak Charles Slideshow on the Life History of St Columba Welcoming speech by the Principal of SMK Saint Columba (M) Speech by VVIP – The Rt Rev Datuk Danald Jute Praise and Worship – ISCF Officiating Ceremony Cake Cutting Ceremony Performance by Saint Columba Kindergarten Performance by SK Saint Columba Performance by SMK Saint Columba Presentation of souvenir to VVIP – Saint Columba’s School Board Closing Prayer – : Mr. Charles Ling Soon Kiong School Song 10.00 a.m. VVIP and guests visitation to school gallery, primary school & Saint Columba kindergarten *Students of Primary School returns to their school for recess. 10.30 a.m. 11.45 a.m. Columban Fest dan STEM/Co-curriculum Exhibition Lunch at Meeting Room 12.50 p.m. End PROGRAM SCHEDULE FOR SAINT COLUMBA’S SCHOOLS PATRON DAY CELEBRATION (26 JUNE 2023 - MONDAY)
7 | 8 Advisor : Subah Anak Nyareng (Principal) Chairperson : Ha Pick Yieng (Senior Assistant of Administration) Vice Chairperson : Charles Ling Soon Kiong (Senior Assistant of Students’ Affair) Grispin Anak Sahah (Senior Assistant of Co-curriculum) Dr. Ong Sze Chong (Afternoon Supervisor) Coordinator : Lee Kok Lian Assisstant Coordinator : Floria anak Jimmy Secretary : Sharon Litad Petrus Assisstant Secretary : Soo Ying Chiong Treasurer : Vivien Chong Invitation, Protocol dan Welcoming Ha Pick Yieng (Leader) Nor Anasuha Bt. Jaffry School’s Administration Team Brassband Tiong Ching Ee (Leader) Voon Mui Nyuk (Assistant) Master of Ceremony Raaghini A/P Sivasami (Leader) Bibiana Bulan Ngau (Assistant) School Prefects P.A. System/ ICT Niza Bin Abdullah (Leader) School Prefects Stage and Backdrop Zafirah Binti Aziz (Leader) Norshahida Binti Mohd Sokri Angela Wong School Prefects VIPs, Teachers and Students Seating Jorem Mutang (Leader) Noor Azizah Binti Ammar (Assistant) KK Prefects Photography dan Video Kong Lok Sieng (Leader) Anna Binti Mohamad Suffri School Prefects Students’ Performances Hii Kiew Hei (Leader) Grace Cindy Terry (Assistant) Gloria Eva ak Geratong (Kindergarten) SK St Columba Representative School Magazine Layout Rafizal Bin Rosli (Leader) Tracy Anak Bandi (Assistant) Slideshow (Documentation) Ting Kang Cheong (Leader) Pui Hui Foung (Assistant) Shakirah Binti Omar - Documentation St. Columba & School History Quiz Nurazana Binti Osman (Leader) Low Kha Noi (Assistant) PRS Prefects Cake and VIP Souvenirs Lorraine anak Rubert (Leader) Loh Mei Hua (Assistant) School Prefects Officiating Ceremony Law Ling Ching (Leader) Aveona Brenda Justin (Assistant) PRS Prefects Banner Kong Lok Sieng (Leader) School Prefects Publisity Jong She Chien (Leader) – BI Khiu Chiong Tieu - BC Connie Jawi Binti Abdullah – BM Certificates of Appreciation Liew Fui Sing (Leader) Rajjemah Binti Daraman (Assistant) Tents Lim Tze Khai (Leader) Tadius Tanjong Anak Terrance Janting (Assistant) KK Prefects Safety and Traffic Control Paul Henry Pengiran (Leader) Voon Choon Teck (Assistant) KRS ORGANISING COMMITTEE
8 | 8 Food Catering Noor Khatijah Binti Hamdin (Leader - VVIP) Ainin Sofiya Binti Sayuti Ngu Kui Hiong (Assistant - Teachers) Nurhafizah Binti Dasri Florence Ijam Anak Sylvester Changkol (Students) Pon Malar A/P Raja Siti Azura Binti Abdullah PRS Prefects Discipline Ladde Rawing (Leader) Wong How Ming (Assistant) Muhammad Izzat Fariduddin Bin Othman Muhammed Luqman Dzalmira Bin Miraj School Prefects Cleanliness Daina Anthony Paru (Leader) Rakini A/P Radakrishnan (Assistant) 3K Prefects Cleaners Programme Book Wan Fatma Hayati Binti Wan Daud (Leader) Nur Farhana Binti Abdullah (Assistant) Columban Fest & Co-curriculum/STEM Exhibition Co-curriculum /STEM Forinna Lanity Rosini (Leader) Nur Sharini Ugam (STEM / PBL) Shahira Azliana Binti Ismail (Agency/University) Evon Gui Yee Fong (Students Work/PSV) Yuan Meng Yong Columban Fest (Stalls) Nabilah Binti Sabramalisi (Leader) Swinnie Anak Wilson Sanggin Wan (Tents) Mohamad Amir Asyraf Bin Zulkifli In conjuctions with our Church Centennial Celebration , word to ponder upon : “This centennial celebration offers a time to reflect on and honour the church’s story – one that extends beyond the name appearing on the building. “It is hoped that in paying attention to what transpired in those 100 years, one can feel the hand of God at work and also emulate those faithful members in their struggles and endeavours. “Much sweat, tears, and even blood have been shed. Their faith and obedience to God made what Saint Columba’s Church is today. I strongly urge the present members, both local and abroad, to carry on the good work started by our founding fathers.” Remarks by : Retired Bishop the Rt Reverend Solomon Cheong Sung Voon Acknowledgement Sincere and heartfelt gratitude bestowed upon every individual involved directly or indirectly towards the 94th Patronal Celebration of our beloved school , especially our Honourable The Rt Rev Datuk Danald Jute President of Mission Schools , Bishop of Kuching for gracing our ceremony.