Chaminade Marianist Secondary School Hailed for Supporting Archdiocesan Green Initiatives

Management of Chaminade Marianist Secondary School in Lilongwe has been hailed for its continued support of the Archdiocese of Lilongwe’s plans to restore the country’s environment.

Monsignor Henry Chinkanda shared these sentiments at the school’s campus on Thursday, January 22nd, as the global Marianist community celebrated their founder, Blessed William Joseph Chaminade.

Monsignor Chinkanda commended the school for upholding Chaminade’s legacy through the “Characteristics of Marianist Education,” which focus on molding children holistically.

“If all educational institutions followed their missions to the letter, the world would not be in its current state,” said Monsignor Chinkanda. “I am happy to see students here who are well-conversant with the characteristics of Marianist education and are living them.

I ask the management and students to continue supporting the aspirations of the Archdiocese in all aspects, not just tree planting.”

In her remarks, student leader Chancy Chirwa thanked the institution for its efforts to develop them into better citizens.

She also urged her fellow students to follow stipulated rules and regulations regarding environmental conservation.

“Planting trees at school is vital. For us, it is an extension of the Marianist characteristics which center on discipline,” Chirwa said. “Since we come from different backgrounds, I ask my fellow students to leave behind ‘home lifestyles’ and embrace that of the school. By doing so, we shall become good citizens and productive members of the Church, ensuring the environment is well-managed.”

The Archdiocese of Lilongwe recently launched its tree-planting season at Nanthomba Parish in Dowa, calling on all parishes and Church institutions to plant trees for environmental management.

By Alex Nasoni