🎉 WCC Marks 110 Years with Thanksgiving Service

The College celebrates legacy of women’s empowerment through faith and education.

Esther Joy S, III BA English

📅 July 7, 2025: Women’s Christian College celebrated its 110th anniversary with a solemn and spirit-filled Thanksgiving Service at Lucy Peabody Auditorium, Centenary Block at 10:30 am, honouring the rich legacy of women’s empowerment over a century.

“This is not just a celebration—it is a reflection of our journey of faith, vision, and purpose.”- Dr. Lilian I. Jasper, Principal and Secretary, WCC.

📚 The ceremony featured key moments such as the launch of the commemorative book Being the Light, the inauguration of the new Emily E Wills Block, and the unveiling of an RO plant gifted by the alumnae, symbolising WCC’s commitment to progress while remaining rooted in tradition.

The day opened with prayer by Dr. Esther Arul Mary, College Chaplain. The Principal Dr. Lilian I Jasper welcomed the audience and spoke about Being the Light, a special coffee table book chronicling the achievements of a number of WCC’s distinguished alumnae from 1915 to the present.

Dr. Lilian I Jasper reflects on WCC’s enduring legacy

Launch of "Being the Light"

🕊️Highlights

🎶 The student choir offered a moving rendition of So Much to Be Thankful For, setting the mood for reflection.

📖 Mr. J S Anbu, Treasurer, WCC Association, read a Scripture passage focusing on leadership and legacy.

🗣️ Pastor Joseph Naveen from Awakening Ministries offered an inspirational talk, drawing on the biblical imagery of memorial stones as lasting symbols of thankfulness and grace. He reminded the gathering of the unseen hands and anonymous gifts that have carried the college through its 110-year journey.

💬 "We don’t know them all, but we owe them all." - Pastor Joseph Naveen, Awakening Ministries.

WCC Student choir sings 'So Much to Be Thankful For'

🎤 Student Voices:

“The college standing tall for 110 years is a testament to its determination and mission to build strong, perceptive and bright young women.”

-       -Renita David, II B A English, WCC

“The college journey is a deeply transformative phase of life, a blend of growth, challenges, self-discovery, and lasting memories. As students we are nurtured not just academically, but also spiritually, emotionally, and socially.”

-       - Navreen Fathima, III BSc Chemistry, WCC

🔍 Highlights:

✅ Introduction to the commemorative book Being the Light by Ms. Mallika Ezekiel, Faculty of the Department of English, Shift 1.

✅ Launch of Being the Light, WCC’s commemorative alumnae book.

✅ Inspirational message from Pastor Joseph Naveen, Awakening Ministries.

✅ Musical tribute by the college choir.

🎓Closing Words:

The ceremony concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. Sherrie Jesulyn David, Vice Principal of WCC, who acknowledged all those who contributed to making the celebration meaningful.

🕰️ The Thanksgiving Service concluded on a high note with the gathering singing the Alma Mater, a symbol of WCC’s enduring mission and legacy.