The SJI Pipe Band ’ s long hymn of trumpet sounds marked the House Procession of the four fraternities — Fintan , Lawrence , Michael , Marcian . This ignited the competitive spirit of all the Josephians present . The electrifying atmosphere was matched with the sweltering heat of the sun . Even though we are one Josephian community , the competition between the fraternities could be felt throughout the Toa Payoh Stadium . Teachers , students and old boys were all involved in the events with equal enthusiasm . With the houses cheering and spurring the athletes on , it was surely a day to remember as Josephians forged closer bonds with one another .

Maundy Thursday , also known as Holy Thursday , is the Christian holy day before the Easter Triduum , where Christians commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Twelve Apostles , and are given the commandment to love through the ritual washing of the feet , a gesture of love and humility . This year , the ritual of the washing of the feet was performed by the Lasallian Brothers for the canteen staff at the morning assembly , as an act of service and gratitude towards them , while the SJI Vocal Ensemble sang their hearts out in unity .

In the evening , Deputy Principal Fr ( Dr ) Adrian Danker SJ , celebrated the mass and shared in his homily about remembrance and memories of our lives . This was followed by the washing of the feet of 12 SJI students , before the Eucharistic celebration . After the mass , an entourage of students departed in three groups for church visitations throughout the night at St Peter and Paul , St Joseph ’ s Church at Victoria Street , St Ignatius , Blessed Sacrament Church , Church of Risen Christ and Holy Spirit .

Christ is Risen ! Alleluia ! Friar Michael D ’ Cruz began the Easter Monday assembly with a short explanation of the true meaning of Easter and why it is known as such . He then proceeded to explain that Easter , a festival that we commonly associate with chocolate eggs and cute bunnies was actually a time to reflect upon our responsibilities . This was followed up by a few examples of how we as Josephians could uphold the values of our school mottos : Faith , Service and Community . The assembly concluded with ‘ A Prayer for Others ’ and the distribution of chocolate eggs , a symbol of the new birth and new life .

ST JOSEPH ’ S INSTITUTION JOSEPHIAN ANNUAL 2015