Edifice of Thomian spirituality-by Dishan Joseph Source:Dailynews The Anglican Church in Sri Lanka (Church of Ceylon) has made an immense contribution to education. The great school by the sea has educated thousands of young men, imparting in them core values of Christianity. When we read the Bible we find that Jesus was taken to the synagogue by his parents and continued to learn the scriptures, which shows the importance of a holistic education. To all who have been associated with S. Thomas’ College (STC), the magnificent College chapel has influenced their lives, touching them in significant ways. It is the vibrant heart of Thomian life. This beautiful chapel and more importantly the good work done through it enriches the student mentally, emotionally and spiritually. In the Old Testament, there is a story of young King Solomon, aspiring to build a sanctuary for the people of Israel that they might pray ...

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Ode to St. Thomas’ College – Sesquicentennial Birthday Source:Thomiana – S. Thomas’ College Old Boys Association Australia OBA Melbourne – Newsletter – May 2021 Great Mother of stalwart Thomians dear, we hail you with joyous Birthday greetings and wish you many years of success great. Old Time has not marred your beauteous looks with tell-tale lines that baffle Loreal’s skills. Strong and agile, you defy the local GP’s fears, as you in sport, sprightly triumph, winning coveted trophies, creating records, the price and joy of alumni everywhere. Darling of Bishop Chapman, pioneer great who with consecrated, learned scholars dear, fostered values he learnt at hoary Eton. “Esto perpetua,” motto from his school: Was it a longing nostalgic, loving wish or a Classical scholar’s imperative? ...

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