Spiritual Intelligence must be fostered in a world dominated by AI – Rector SJC

St. Joseph’s College Rector Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi elaborated on the significance and importance of fostering Spiritual Intelligence (SI), underpinned by Catholic Spirituality among students in a world dominated by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

The Rector was speaking at the 119th Annual Prize Giving of St. Joseph’s College (SJC), Colombo 10, held at the Stanley Abeysekera Sports Complex cum Auditorium, recently. Auxiliary Bishop of Colombo Rt. Rev. Dr. P. Anton Ranjith, was Chief Guest.

During his speech, he briefed the audience on the nature of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cited some examples of AI in action. He also updated the audience with the kind of challenges we can expect with proliferation of the use of AI across all spheres of life. Furthermore he also made a meaningful insight into Spiritual Intelligence and the role of Education on Spiritual Intelligence.

He inspired the audience with his thought provoking quotes and statements which is praiseworthy and illustrates his wisdom, as he shared his versatile experience as an educator, pedagogue, administrator, spiritual leader and Good Shepherd par excellence.

Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi, thanked Rt. Rev. Dr. Anton Ranjith, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Colombo, for his presence as chief guest and extended his profound gratitude to His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, the Proprietor of the School for his unwavering affection and support. He also expressed his appreciation to Rev. Fr. Gemunu Dias Jayawardene, National Archdiocesan Director of Education and the General Manager of Catholic Private Schools of the Western Province, for his sustained support.

He also thanked the Colombo Zonal Director and the Officials of the Education Department, for being a source of strength at all times.

He expressed his appreciation of Rev. Fr. Vice Rector, Rev. Fathers, Rev. Sisters, Deputy Principals, Tutorial Staff and the Clerical Staff for their loyalty and generous support. He congratulated all Prize winners for their remarkable achievements.

Finally, he thanked the invitees, the Council of Management and the Members of the Old Boys’ Union, donors, parents and benefactors for their unstinted support extended in making the College, a “Glorious Educational Institute”.

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