Dimapur, April 27 (MExN): United College of Theology and Missions (UCTM) 5th Mile Model Village, Dimapur celebrated its 20th Graduation Ceremony. Dr. A. Loso Chalai, Former Physician to Governor of Nagaland graced the event as the guest speaker. 13 students received Master of Divinity Certificate under ATA, 8 students was award with Bachelor of Theology under IIICS, 2 students received College Diploma and 1 student was awarded Short Term Basic Orientation. All together 24 students graduated.
Conferring of Degrees and Presenting Special awards were performed by Principal, Academic dean and Board Chairman. Principal Award (Academic Award) was given to Liche-ü Mero of M. Div. and Jacob Seb of B. Th. for their overall Academic performance. President Award was given to Mezilü Venuh for the best Thesis. D. Haralu Award was given to Paul N. Rengma for showing seriousness in Practical ministry and burden for soul winning. He was also the recipient of Students of the Year Award. Awards were also given to students who scored highest in each Department.
The service was led by Epovezo Chuzho while Rev. Dr. Phuveyi Dozo welcome the gathering. Scripture reading and prayer was offered by Rev. Tenga Seb, Pastor Rengma Baptist Church Dimapur, speech on behalf of Graduatees was Liche-ü Mero, special songs were also presented by Ao Baptist Church Chumukedima and UCTM Choir. It concluded with a commissioning prayer by Rev. Amos Humtsoe, Director, Christ for the City International Nagaland, and benediction by Rev. Dr. Nüvocho Dzüdo Pastor Chakhesang Baptist Church East Dimapur.
