The All India Sunday School Association (AISSA), affiliated with the National Council of Churches in India (NCCI), successfully organized a pivotal meeting on November 17, 2024, at the Centenary Methodist Church, Vadodara, Gujarat. This meeting marked the official formation of the Vadodara Sunday School Association – AISSA Vadodara Chapter. The event witnessed the participation of over 100 delegates, including children, Sunday School teachers, superintendents, directors, and church leaders representing denominations such as the Methodist Church of India, Church of North India (CNI), Salvation Army, and Marthoma Church.
Highlights of the Event
1. Leadership and Keynote Address:
o The meeting was presided over by Prof. Ro Chamliana, President of AISSA, with Mrs. Dimple Titus Runner, Vice President of AISSA, introducing the organization’s mission and activities.
o Rev. Dr. T I James, General Secretary of AISSA, delivered the keynote address and facilitated group discussions, emphasizing strategic planning for future growth.
2. Group Discussions and Planning:
Delegates engaged in focused group discussions, bringing together children, teachers, and Sunday School in-charges to devise action plans for ministry development.
3. Executive Committee Formation:
The executive committee of the Vadodara Sunday School Association was constituted as follows:
President: Rev. Tulsi Khristi, Vice President: Prof. Dr. Pushpa Robin, Secretary: Rev. Dilip Shah, Treasurer: Rev. Yusuf Christi, Promoter: Rev. Evans Christian, Coordinator: Rev. Deepak Khristi
We extend our special thanks to: D.S. Rev. Simon Brainerd, Chairman of Centenary Methodist Church, Nadiad, Rev. Tulsi Christy, Rev. Dilip Shah, Rev. Evans Christian, and Rev. Deepak Christy for their contributions. The church committee of Centenary Methodist Church, Vadodara, for hosting the event. Mrs. Dimple Titus Runner and Dr. Titus Runner for their coordination efforts.
The formation of the Vadodara Sunday School Association is a milestone for Sunday School ministries in the Vadodara district, fostering unity and collaboration among Christian educators and churches to nurture the spiritual growth of children
