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October 2, 2025Young People Celebrate Success in KSC Competitions
Jissa Thankachan won second prize of £20 in the Painting Competition and first prize of £30 with a personal trophy
The winners of this year’s Easter Knights of St Columba (KSC) National Youth Competitions have been honoured with cash prizes, personal trophies, and certificates signed by Supreme Knight Bro Michael Akinrele.
Jissa Thankachan achieved outstanding success, winning second prize (£20) in the Painting Competition and first prize (£30 plus a trophy) in the Prayer Competition. Her achievement also secured a £200 award for St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School, Costessey, during her final term before moving on to high school.
Altar servers from the Parish of Our Lady Star of the Sea, Lowestoft, also excelled, claiming three national first prizes (£30 and trophies) and two second prizes (£20) with their winning provincial entries in the Photography Competition.
In the Paschal Candle theme, Graciela da Costa triumphed in the 8–11 age group, while Kirushanya Yokithan won the 11–14 category. Noela da Costa achieved second place in the 14–18 group.
Meanwhile, in the ‘13th Station of the Cross’ theme, Kirushanya secured first place in her group, with Noela taking second place in hers.
Enquiries about the forthcoming Christmas and Easter competitions, which have been publicised to schools and parishes across East Anglia, can be made to the KSC Provincial Youth Officer on 01502 563208 or by email at christopherbrooks631@gmail.com.
Graciela and Noela da Costa with their prizes
Kirushanya’s winning entry – Paschal Candle
