Phek Sümi Hoho (PSH) celebrated silver jubilee (1991 – 2016) on November 27 at Sümi Baptist Church (SBC), Phek under the theme, “Niu lhomichi ikhikulu” (Celebrating our identity).
The speaker of the occasion, DAO Phek Hewoto Sumi spoke on the theme, “Niu lhomichi ikhikulu” wherein he focused on our identity as “Sümi: and as “Christian”. He highlighted the various characteristics of Sümi people and reminded the community to know their value as a Sümi. He also dwelled on the need to identify ourselves as a Christian, living a consecrated life toward perfection preparing for the second coming of Christ.
Earlier, program began with the inauguration of the jubilee function and invoking God’s presence by pastor, SBC, Phek, Shekito K. Swu while the chairman, PSH, Hokato Shikhu delivered the welcome address. He acknowledged the pioneers of the Hoho for their far insight and wisdom in starting the Hoho. A minute of silence was specially observed for deceased office bearers of the Hoho. Folk song “lejole” was sung melodiously by the men folk and offertory prayer was said by vice-chairman, PSH Akavi Rochill.
Senior member Er. Hokugha Muru, AME (Mech.) shared a detailed history of the existence of Sümi community in Phek district, the up’s and down’s faced thus far and also exhorted the members to actively participate and work together for the progress of the community. Marking the 25 years of celebration “Vesülho” (Souvenir) was opened ceremoniously by dist. commandant, Home Guards, Hukuto Yeptho.
Pastor, SBC, Phek pronounced a special Jubilee prayer while Dr. Katoni Jakhalu delivered the vote of thanks. The program concluded with Kavitoli Shikhu closing the prayer. Earlier Kahoto Jimo, FO, Co-Op. bank, chaired the jubilee program while Dr. H. Atoholi Sema, asst. prof., PGC acted as the secretary. A general body meeting for the selection of new office bearers, PSH for the tenure 2016 – 2018 was also held.
Friday, September 12, 2025