Sunday school children perform during 50 year jubilee celebration of the Christian ministry of CBCK on November 1.
From 30 in 1976 to 1186 in 2026
Our Correspondent
Kohima | November 1
The Children Ministry of the Chakhesang Baptist Church Kohima (CBCK) celebrated 50 year jubilee at the church premises under the theme “Heritage of Hope” from October 31 to November 1.
Speaking at the morning service as resource person during morning service, Dr. Adela Mero, Administrator & Research Executive, Rainbow Academy Resource Centre, Dimapur, stressed on the need to leave a heritage of hope instead of a legacy of anxious striving. “Hope does not come from our own effort. It comes from the Lord,” she said.
Later, Vekuthonu Perikala, Missionary at Dharamsala and former superintendent Children Ministry, CBCK spoke at the evening service. 50 year jubilee souvenir was released by Rev. Khrotso Mero during morning service.
According to the report, the Sunday school ministry was formally established in 1976 with Ato Rhakho serving as the first appointed teacher till 1979. In 1977, Vevotsolu Medeo joined him as assistant, marking the beginning of a ministry that would then continue to grow and develop over the years.
The responsibility of nurturing and teaching the children was subsequently carried forward by a succession of dedicated teachers in charge, including Zunezo Tunyi, Ekhahu Rose, Kusholu Khuso, Huvevo Sakhamo, many others who faithfully served in the years that followed. The number of Sunday school students over the years from 30 students in 1976 has now risen to 1186 in 2026.
“Reaching 50 Years of Ministry is a remarkable testimony of God's sustaining grace, unfailing love, and abundant blessings. As we reflect upon this significant milestone, we are reminded of the truth proclaimed in Psalm 127: 3-4 that children are not merely members of our families and churches; they are God's precious heritage, entrusted to our care, love and spiritual guidance,” stated Rev. Dr. Kevekhalo Lasuh, senior pastor, CBCK in a jubilee souvenir. “As we celebrate fifty years of God's faithfulness, let us continue to cherish our children as God's precious heritage and nurture them as a living legacy of hope for the Church, the community, and the Kingdom of God,” he stated.
“May this historic event be a joyful reminder that every child is valued, and every life is a blessing,” stated Vesakho Thisa, Director, Children Department, Chakhesang Baptist Church Council.
Khruhizo Dozo, current superintendent of CBCK Children Ministry stated “May every Sunday School teacher and church worker faithfully embrace the responsibility of teaching, nurturing and raising a godly generation for the glory of God.”
Jubilee Planning Committee convenor Er. Wekulhi Lohe expressed hoped that the celebration instils a firm foundation in God, strengthen “our purpose and faith for generational seeds to be sown for his Glory.”
Dr. Chikhungo Puro prayed for jubilee feast.Khruhizo Dozo and Er. Wekulhi Lohe led the morning and evening service respectively.
Earlier, Rev. Dr. Kevekhalo Lasuh unveiled the jubilee plaque on October 31. Prelou Mero chaired the jubilee plaque unveiling ceremony while Surhuveyi Tetseo led sounding of jubilee trumpet.
