By LiCAS.news
The Canossian Daughters of Charity marked their 130th anniversary in Singapore with a grand celebration at the Canossian Village on Sallim Road on Nov 15.
Catholic News SG, the official newspaper of the Archdiocese of Singapore reported that the event drew some 3,000 attendees and featured the unveiling of a symbolic new statue and a restructuring initiative that reflects the congregation’s commitment to inclusivity and education.
The highlight of the event was a simple yet profound ceremony symbolizing the merger of the Canossian School (CS) — a special education institution for students with hearing loss — and Canossa Catholic Primary School (CCPS) into a single entity.
Canossian Provincial Sister Geraldine Tan handed a lighted lamp to CCPS Principal Eugenie Tan, marking the transition set to take effect on Jan 2, 2025.
A statue of Saint Magdalene of Canossa, flanked by a boy and a girl dressed in CCPS uniforms — the boy depicted with a hearing aid — was unveiled by Cardinal William Goh and Sister Geraldine.
The artwork signifies the schools’ shared mission of fostering understanding and growth among hearing and hearing-impaired students.
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