Special Contribution of Methran Kakshi to the Christianity
- Woe to those who Persecute God's church and destroy places of
worship - Will these Pictures open their eyes ?
‘Tesmesto’ -
the inaugural album from ‘Melthodhaye Musical’ has been
released and is available for purchase.
‘Tesmesto’ – The inaugural album of ‘Melthodhaye
Musical’ – an ambitious project of Melthodhaye – The
Patriarchal Youth Association has been released and is
available for purchase. The basic features of this
musical album are:
1.
Eight tunes from the Beth-Gazo following
Syriac chanting tradition
2.
Translations by Dr. Sebastian Brock
3.
Sung by : Aboun-Deyroyo Samuel, Carla Ramia & the Choir
of Zahle -Lebanon.
This Musical CD will be a treasured possession in these
times where inner peace is a rarity. The CD is
available in India with the Melthodhaye International
Contacts (MIC) representatives. The Musical CD has been
priced initially at Rs.350 /- ( postage within India
extra ).
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BHOPAL: The tree days longed
Youth Association Camp of Delhi Diocese, Knushyo De Alaymooso - 2011
concluded at St. Mary's JSO Church here on March 27, Sunday.
Diocesan Metropolitan Mor Osthatheos Ishaq inaugurated the camp on
Friday, 25th of March 2011. About 70 members from almost all the
churches of the diocese attended the conference.
His Eminence Mor Cyril Aphrem Karim meets the
Turkish Speaker of the Parliament Mehmat Ali Sahin
NEW YORK: The Turkish Council General
Mehmet Samsar of New York invited His Eminence Mor Cyril Aphrem
Karim to meet with the Turkish Secretary of State Mehmet Ali Şahin
on Wednesday, March 23rd. His Eminence was accompanied by Fr. Aziz
H. Hadodo, Sait Samuel, Gabriel Akyon, Aziz Akyon, Lahdo Yildiz and
Sami Gelin. Speaker Şahin was accompanied by delegates from Turkey,
including Congressman Suat Kınıklıoğlu, Ambassador Namık Tan of
Washıngton D.C., Councıl General Mehmet Samsar, and Assistant
Councıl General Ayşe Üzer. Turkish media organizations TRT and
Anatolia News Agency also were present at the meeting. The main
topic of discussion was Mor Gabriel Monastery’s land issues in
Turkey. The discussion covered also a guest house built in the town
of Hazakh (Idil) next to a local church, as well as a land grant to
build a new church in Istanbul.
Rev. Dn. Varghese Paul completes his BD Course
from Bishop's College
KOLKATA: Rev. Dn Varghese Paul from the
Angamaly Diocese of the Church has successfully completed his
Bachelor of Divinity (B.D.) Course from the Serampore University.
For the last 4 years he was studying in the Bishops College in
Kolkata when he was also active in the affairs of the Kolkata
Parish. The certificate was handed over to Rev. Dn. Varghese Paul by
Rt. Rev. (Dr.) Philip P. Marandih, the Deputy Moderator of the
Church of North India and the Chairperson of the Board of Management
during the Valedictory Service 2011 held on Friday, the 18th March
2011 in Kolkata. While the Welcome Address was given by Rev. Dr.
Sunil M. Caleb, the Principal of the Bishops College, the
Valedictory Address was given by Rev. Dr. Lalchugnunga, the
Principal of the Serampore College.
Prarthana Yajnam at Mathroma Cheriya Pally,
Kothamangalam
MathrubhumiManorama
Retreat at Vadakara St. John's JSO Church
Mathrubhumi
Retreat at St. George JSO Church, Rajakumari
Manorama
Retreat at St. Mary's JSO Church, Poothadi
Manorama
March 30, 2011 (Wednesday)
Mid Lent
The
25th day of the lent which is always a Wednesday is known as mid
lent. This is one of the very few days during the great lent when
the Holy Qurbana is celebrated on a weekday other than Sunday or
Saturday. On this day there is a procession around the church
carrying the cross. This is followed by an exaltation of the cross (sleeba
aaghosham) facing the four directions; East , West , North and
South. Then the cross is placed on a big decorated cross like stand
covered with a red cloth (Gogultha) in the middle of the the church.
This remains in the church till the Feast of Ascension of our Lord
which occurs 40 days after the Kyomtha (Feast of the Resurrection ie
Easter).
This exaltation of the cross has a direct link to the Gospel reading
from the Holy Qurbana of Mid Lent. John 3: 14-15 says "And as Moses
lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man
be lifted up, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but
have eternal life." Moses lifted up the bronze serpent around the
middle of the Exodus, the journey of the Israelites from slavery to
their promised land. He lifted up the serpent so that those who are
bitten by the snake might look at it and have life. Similarly we at
the middle of our lenten journey, also lift up the cross so that
those who are bitten by sin can look at it and gain eternal life by
the cross.
On mid lent Wednessday, the church also commemorates King Abgar.
King Abgar, a contemporary of our Lord, was believed to have
corresponded with Him. During the public ministry of our Lord, King
Abgar of Edessa who was suffering from an incurable disease, sent a
letter reiterating his belief in the Lord and requesting Him to
visit Edessa so that he could get cured. He also extended an
invitation to the Lord to live there as he had heard about the
squabbles of the Jews. Jesus replied that He was unable to visit at
that time, but ensured that He would send one of His disciples. King
Abgar is one of the very first who believed in Jesus without seeing
Him and without doubting – considered by the church as a saint.
After the ascension of the Saviour, as instructed by the Lord, St.
Thaddeus one of the Seventy disciples was sent to King Abgar. The
king and his subjects became Christians. Edessa thus became the
first Christian country. Read
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Construction of New building for Mor Gregorios Abdul Jaleel Arts &
Science college started
NORTH PARAVOOR:
Construction of New building for Mor Gregorious Abdul Jaleel Arts &
Science college under the management of St. Thomas JSO Cheriapally
North Paravoor started. Rev Fr. Elias Kaiprambattu inagurated the
function.Rev Fr. Mathews PArakkal, Rev. Fr. Poulose Kuriappuram, E.A
Jacob, Prof Ranjan Abraham, Babu Thomas, P.C Sunny, P. A Paul, K. P
Varghese, P.A Johny and Parish Members were present for the
occasion.
Manjanikkara: MJSSA - Southern Region 'JSVBS Teacher's Training
Camp' held at St. Stephen's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Cathedral here.
H.G Geevarghese Mor Coorilose inagurated the camp. Very Rev.E. K
Mathews Chorepiscopa presided over the function. Mr. Baby Mathara,
rev Fr. E. K Kuriakose, rev. Fr. Samson Varghee, Rev. Fr. Roy Chako,
Rev. Fr. K. G Yohannan, rev. Fr. Joseph Varghese, Dr. Jose
Kaippalllil, Jose pAnachaykkal, Roy Mathew, & Joy P George spoke
during the meeting. Rev Fr. Andews lead the "Dhyanam". H.G Youhanon
Mor Milithiose inagurated the closing meeting of the camp.
'First Family unitsMeeting'of St. George Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Mannathoor held.
MANNATHOOR: The
first meeting of all 'Family Units' functioning under St. George
Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Mannathoor was successfully
held on 27th March evening at 'Mor Baselios Paulose II Nagar'
near Mannathoor. Thousands of faithful attended the function
which was presided over by the Diocesean Metropolitan H.G Dr.
Mor Ivanios Mathews. The 'Family Meet' was inaugurated by the
Senior bishop of the church and Metropolitan of Ankamaly Region,
H.G Dr. Mor Severios Abraham. V.Rev. Dr. Adai Jacob Cor Episcopa,
Rev.Fr.Baby Mandolil, Rev.Fr.Joy Paranal, Smt. Beena James -
President of Thirumarady Panchayat were the prominent persons
who gave felicitated the gathering.
Rev.Fr. Varghese Pulyattel, President of the 'Family Units'
welcomed all and Sri T.C Thankachan, coordinator gave vote of
thanks. The meeting ended with a 'Sneha Virunnu'.
Kolkata St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
Parish bids farewell to
Rev. Fr. Philipose Abraham & Rev. Dn. Varghese Paul.
KOLKATA: St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
Church, Kolkata organized a meeting on the 27th
March, immediately after the Holy. Qurbono to bid farewell to
its outgoing Vicar, Rev. Fr. Philipose Abraham and Rev. Dn.
Varghese Paul, who has just completed the B.D. Program from the
Bishop's College, Kolkata this year. The meeting was presided
over by the Member Priest, Rev. Fr. (Dr.) K. P. Aleaz, who is
also the senior most Professor in the Bishop's College.
In his brief address, Rev. Fr. (Dr.) Aleaz
pointed out the two important qualities of the outgoingVicar of
the Parish which were his ability to unite each and very member
of the Parish and also to get on well with all the members of
the Parish. He also wished all the best for his new assignment
in the Chandigarh Parish of the Church so that he continues his
dedicated services to the Kingdom of God. Regarding Rev. Dn.
Varghese Paul, Rev. Aleaz Achen pointed out that our Deacon was
one of the best students in the College and he was awarded many
prizes during his four year stay in the campus. He also
mentioned that our Deacon was one of the finest gentlemen in the
campus who was always appreciated by the Bishops College
community. On behalf of all the members of the parish, Achen
wished him all the best especially in his plans to pursue higher
studies in Theology.
Mr. N. V. Aleas, the Vice President of the
Parish acknowledged the selfless service rendered by the
outgoing Vicar to all the members of the Parish during his four
year tenure. Likewise the Vice President also thanked the
respected Deacon for taking active part in the whole affairs of
the parish during his stay in Kolkata inspite of his commitments
to his studies. Mrs. Lelamma Binny spoke on behalf of the Vanita
Samajam, Youth League and Sunday School of the Parish and she
spoke high of the Vicar especially for the way he conducts the
Holy Qurobono and also for his faith in Mother Mary. On behalf
of the Parish, the Hon. Treasurer, Mr. A.I. Varughese, handed
over the farewell gift to Rev.Philipose Achen. The Hon.
Secretary, Mr. Rajesh John handed over a memento to Deacon
Varghese Paul and Mrs. Leelamma Binny handed over a gift to Rev.
Achen on behalf of the Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam of the
Parish.
Leadership meet
organized by KCC & KASA held.
Bishop Thomas
Samuel inaugurated the function. H.G Geevarghese Mor Coorilose
represented JSOC in the function.
H.E. Mor
Jsutonos Poulose Safar of Zahle and Bekaa Dioceses visited
Syriac catholic Patriarch at Beirut.
Arrangements started for the 'Jacobite
Syrian Christian convention' at Kothamangalam Marthoman Jacobite
Syrian Orthodox Cheria Pally
27 March 2011,
Beirut: A bomb targeted a Syriac
Orthodox church in the eastern city of Zahle's industrial district
at dawn Sunday, causing heavy material damage.
The bomb, which consisted of
about two kilograms (4.4 pounds) of TNT, was placed at the side
entrance of St Mary's Syriac Orthodox church, told AFP. The device
went off at 4:15 am (0115 GMT).
March 26, 2011 (Saturday)
His Holiness Mor Ignatius Zakka I Iwas
Patriarch congratulates His Beatitude Bishara Al-Rai on his election
as the new Maronite Patriarch.
Damascus: His
Holiness Mor Ignatius Zakka I Iwas Patriarch congratulated His
Beatitude Bishara Al-Rai on his election as the new Maronite
Patriarch. In his congratulatory message, His Holiness wished
the new Patriarch all success in leading the Maronite Church for
many years.
His Holiness also delegated H.E Mor Theophilose George Saliba -
Archbishop of Mt. Lebanon and secretary to the Holy Episcopal Synod
to participate in the enthronement ceremony of the new Patriarch
which was held at the Maronite Centre in Bkirke on March 25th.
Teenager's Forum Camp and VBS at St.George Simhasana Church,Al Ain-U
VBS 2011 classes at
St. George�s JSO Simhasana Church in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
will be starting from 27th of March 2011.The theme of this VBS is
"Abide in Me" John 15:14.Launching of Teenagers forum will be on
25th of March with one day camp.
The classes and programmes will lead by the Rev.Fr.(Dr)Jomy Joseph.
The finale of the Teenagers forum camp will be on 26th evening after
a small picnic. The finale of the VBS will be on Friday,1st March
2011 with activities like Songs, Quiz, Games, Skit and a colorful
rally around Church by students and teachers later with a public
meeting at Church.�
Teenager's Forum is an essential and it's should be a integral part
of our Holy Church because we believe that Our Teens are Our future.
If teenagers are not handled biblically, the church will be
negatively affected in upcoming generations. we have to equip our
teens to lead Spirit filled lives of faith in Jesus Christ. If teens
grow into mature Christians, Christianity will be strong in the
coming generations.
Vacation Bible School has always been an essential part of the
spiritual life of our parish because we believe that our children
are our future. It continues to be one of the most productive
special events in terms of both finding prospects and leading them
to the Lord.
Extending our Sincere gratitude to HG Mathews Mor Aphrem and our
vicar Rev.Fr.Mathaikunju Chathanattukudy for the support and
assistance. Mr.Joshua Peter(Coordinator of Teenager's Forum) and
Joseph Varghese (Rengy), Secretary of the Church are making
necessary arrangements for the same to make it grand success.
'Gospel
Convention' to be conducted by Mor Gregorios Suvishesha Samaajam at
Mor Gregorios Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Mangalathumthaazham.
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80th Anniversary of St. John's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Chapel, Memukham
on March 25th & 26th.
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'Annual Day' celebrated at St. Mary's College, Thuruthiply.
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Rev. Fr. Jossy Abraham Attachira, appointed as
the Director of MJSSA , Kottayam Diocese.
March Edition of
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March 25, 2011 (Friday)
JSVBS at
St. Mary's Sunday School, Sharjah starts today
SHARJAH, UAE: St. Mary's
Jacobite Syrian Soonoro Church, Sharjah - UAE is conducting JSVBS
for this year from 25th March 2011 - 01st April 2011. A
week-long program of religious education which will constitute of
Bible Studies, Religious Songs, Arts and Crafts, Skits, Games and
Talent Shows which cater towards children from all ages divided in
different groups as KG 1 & 2, Sub-Juniors, Juniors, Intermediates &
Seniors. A week full of fun & learning the Bible alongside the Theme
- ABIDE IN ME (St. John 15: 4). Leading the week long JSVBS is the
Special Guest from Kerala, Rev. Fr. K. M. George (Vice Principal -
Gregorian Public School - Ernakulam, Kerala).
Malankara Archdiocese in USA Midwest Region:
Annual Retreat on 26th Saturday at Chicago
CHICAGO: The St. Paul's Prayer Fellowship
and St. Mary's Women's League of Malankara Archdiocese in USA
jointly conducting an Annual Retreat in Midwest Region on Saturday,
March 26th,2011 from 9:00am to 4:00pm at St. George Jacobite Syrian
Orthodox Church, Chicago. Shri. Toby Manimaleth(Detroit) is the
keynote speaker. Venerable Cor-Episcopus, Respected priests, deacons
and faithful from all parishes within the region are expected to
attend this blessed event. The program flyer attached. For more
information,
CHENNAI:
The 'Three-day
Gospel convention' conducted by St Thomas Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
Church, Annanagar, Chennai concluded on 20th March 2011. Rev. Fr.
Varghese Maruthoor of St. Thomas Malankara Catholic Church, Padi,
Chennai and Very. Rev. Geevarghese Mulayamkottu Cor-Episcopa,
Piravom were the main speakers.
The other speakers included Rev. Fr. K J John - Vicar St. Marys JSO
Church, Perambur, Chennai, Rev. Fr. Jerry Kurian - Gurukul
Theological College, Chennai and Rev. Fr. Aby Paul -Vicar, St George
JSO Church Avadi, Chennai.
A large gathering of
faithful attended the three day convention and were blessed. Rev.
Fr. Aby Alias, Vicar of the Church thanked all the speakers.
'Gospel
Convention & Edavaka Sangamam' at St. George Jacobite Syrian
Orthodox Church, Mannathoor from March 24th to 27th
MANNATHOOR:
The 'Annual Gospel Convention & Edavaka Sangamam' is being conducted
by St.George Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Mannathoor (Kandanad
Diocese) from March 24th to 27th . The procession with the
Patriarchal Flag will start from St.Antony's Dayara at Piramadom on
March 24th after being blessed by H.E Mor Julious Kuriakose
Metropolitan. The Patriarchal Flag procession will cover the
boundaries of the parish, and then the flag will be hoisted at Mor
Baselios Paulose II Nagar (near Mannathoor).
On March 27'th
Sunday, the Edavaka Sangamam will be held. H.G Dr.Mor Ivanios
Mathews Metropolitan will preside over and H.G Dr.Mor Severious
Abraham Metropolitan will inagurate the family units. Initially 4
units have been created namely, St.George, St.Gregorios, St.Mary's
and St.Ignatius. The Mannathoor parish has 600 families and it is
161 years old. From it's beginning, this parish has always remained
loyal to the Holy See of Antioch. V. Rev. Dr.Adai Jacob Cor -
Episcopa - Principal of MSOT Seminary, Rev.Fr.Baby Mandolil - Vicar
of St.Thomas JSO Church Marika and Rev.Fr. Joy John -Vicar of
St.Paul's JSO Church Philadelphia are members of this blessed
parish.
'Free Eye - Screening Camp' conducted by St.
Thomas Charitable Trust, Chennai
CHENNAI: A 'Free-Eye Screening Camp' was
jointly conducted by St. Thomas Charitable Trust, which is under the
patronage of St. Thomas Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Annanagar,
Chennai and Vision Charitable Trust, a community wing of Rajan Eye
Care Hospital Pvt Ltd, T Nagar, Chennai- 17. The first time event,
which took place in the premises of Shanthibhavan was successful.
An Ophthalmologist along with paramedical staff
attended nearly 80 patients including 30 inmates and staff from
Shanthibhavan.
Malankara Archdiocese of North America -Northern
Regional Womens League Conference to be held on March 26th
NEW YORK:
The Northern Regional Conference of St.Mary's Women's League , the
spiritual organization of Malankara Archdiocese of the Syrian
Orthodox Church in North America will take place at St.Mary's Syrian
Orthodox Church, West Nyack, NewYork on March 26th,2011. The theme
for the conference is " And Straightway he
preached Christ in the Synagogues, that he is the Son of God.- Acts
9:20 ". Rev.Fr.Jose Daniel Paitel is the
keynote speaker and the timing is from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
For more details:
Rev.Fr.Saji markose : (623)915-1024
Rev.Fr.Geevargheese Thomas Chattathil :
518-928-6261
Mrs.Milon Roy : (845)649-9731
Mrs.Susan Varkey: (845)216-9541
Mrs.Elmy Paul: (201)322-2178
Mr.Alex Melethe: (914)793-3674
'Vaideeka Yogam' of the Bangalore Diocese
of the Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church to be held on March 26th
BANGALORE:
The 'Vaideeka Yogam' of Bangalore Diocese of the
Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church will be held on March 26th at
St. Peter's & St. Paul's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church,
Mathikere. HG Mor Osthatheos Pathrose - Asst. Metropolitan of
Bangalore Diocese will preside. Priests from all Churches and
institutions of the Bangalore Diocese will participate. The
'Clergy Meet' will conclude with the Holy Qurbono on sunday, the
27th.
'Jacobite
Gospel Convention' conducted by St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian
Orthodox Cathedral, Ankamaly concludes
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Knanaya Teachers Forum demands more
Educational institutions for the Knanaya Community
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Consecration of the newly renovated Holy
Shrine at Kazhiyelimala functioning under St. George JSO Church,
Neerkuzhi, Nechoor on March 25th
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News
'Feast
of Annunciation & Shilastapana Perunnal' at St. Mary's Jacobite
Syrian Orthodox Church, Poothamkutty started
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March 23, 2011 (Wednesday)
'Three -
day Monthly Retreat' at Alpha-Omega Retreat Centre, Brahmavar from
March 28th to April 1st
BRAHMAVAR:
The 'Three - day Retreat' for the month of March will
be held at Alpha - Omega Retreat Centre, Brahmavar from March 28th
to April 1st. 'Gethsemen Retreat Group' functioning based in
Puthencruz will be conducting this month's retreat. HG Mor Antonios
Yakoub - Director of Honnavar Mission & Asst. Metropolitan of
Mangalore Diocese will lead the services.
A 'Three - day'
retreat is held in the last week of every month in this Retreat
Centre functioning under the Honnavar Mission under the patronage of
His Holiness, the Patriarch. Brahmavar is about 10 kms north of
Udupi in Karnataka state and the retreat centre is located on the
side of NH 17.
Food & Accomodation
will be provided for those willing to participate.
For details :
09986699597
Delhi
Diocese 'Vaideeka Sangamam' held at St. Mary's Jacobite syrian
Orthodox Church, Kolkata
KOLKATA: The
'Vaideeka Sangamam' of the Delhi Diocese of the Jacobite Syrian
Orthodox Church was held at St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
Church, Kolkata from March 15th to 17th. HG Mor Osthatheos Isaaq -
Asst. Metropolitan of Mylapore & Delhi Dioceses presided over.
Fifteen priests from the different parishes of the Delhi Diocese
participated.
Rev. Dr. K.P.Eliaz
- Dean of Bishop's College Kolkota, gave a speech on the
'Sacremental Theology of the Orthodox Church'.
The 'Sangamam'
ended with a visit to the tomb of Mother Theresa and the nearby
Children's Home.
'3rd European Knanaya Jacobite Meet' to be held
on September 10th at Bristol
BRISTOL: The '3rd European Knanaya
Jacobite Meet' will be held on September 10th at St. Stephen's
Knanaya Syrian Jacobite Church, Bristol. A working committee with
Archbishop H.E Mor Silvanos Ayoub as Patron was elected for the
conduct of the meet.
SALEM: Archbishop Mor Severios
Kuriakose visited St. Mary's JSO Knanaya Church, Salem on March 19,
Saturday. Mor Severios celebrated H.Qurbono at the church on Sunday.
Vicar Fr. Jacob Mannumpuram and Dn. Tino Cherumadakkalayil assisted
Archbishop. Hundreds of faithful attended. Earlier, on Saturday
evening Archbishop was accorded a warm reception at the railway
station by the faithful.
POYKKATTUSSERRY: Ankamali Regional Arthat Pilgrimage started
from Poykkattusserry Mor Behanam JSO Church. Metropolitan Mor
Athanasius Elias inaugurated and blessed the pilgrimage. The
pilgrims were welcomed at Arthat Simhasana Church by Metropolitans
Mor Yulius Kuriakose, Mor Athanasius Geevarghese & Dr. Mor
Theophilose Kuriakose.
JSVBS
Northern Region Training Camp held at Kolagappara
KOLAGAPPARA: JSVBS Northern Regional Training Camop for teachers
held at St. Thomas JSO Church, Kolagappara, Malabar Diocese, on
March 19 & 20. Vice President of MJSSA, Rev. Dr. Jacob Michael
Pulliyattel inaugurated the camp and presented the theme. MJSSA
Secretary Dr. Jose D Kaippallil led the class. Vicar Fr. Shaijan
Kuriakose presided over. Fr. James Vanmelil, Shri T V Sajeesh
Thathoth (Meenangadi Dt. Inspector), Shri K K Raju (Trustee), Shri E
P Jose Enthalamkuzhiyil (Director, Kozhikode Diocese) spoke on the
occasion. More than 200 teachers from Malabar & Kozhikode Diocese
attended the camp.
Knoosiyo DeAlaimooso 2011 - Delhi Diocese JSOYA
Camp at Bhopal
Dukhrono of Mor Coorilos Kuriakose at
Thatta St. Mary's JSO Church
Manorama
March 20, 2011 (Sunday)
Kollam
Diocese honors Shri. Zacharia Mathew
KOLLAM:
Shri. Zachariah Mathew the State Award winner for the best Programme
Officer (N.S.S) and best Co-ordinator for SEED Education Venture by
Mathrubhumi was honored by Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church,Kollam
Diocese at M.M.D Dayara, Adoor. The memento was handed over to him
by H.G Mor Osthatheos Ishaq Metropolitan. HG Mor Milithios Yuhanon
of Thumpamon, and HG Mor Theodosius Mathews speak on the occasion.
Malankara Archdiocese of North America 26th
Annual Convention & Family Conference: Registration Kick off held
NEW JERSEY: In a special meeting held at
St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church in Bergenfield, New
Jersey His Grace Mor Gregorios Joseph, Metropolitan of Cochin
Diocese and Hon. Secretary of the Malankara Episcopal Synod
officially inaugurated the registration kickoff of Annual Convention
& Family Conference of Malankara Archdiocese of North America, by
accepting the first family registration and Sponsorship from
Chevalier Abraham Mathew, New Jersey. Archbishop Mor Titus Yeldho
Metropolitan, V. Rev. Abraham O Kadavil Cor Episcopo (Archdiocesan
Secretary), and Shri Saju Paulose CPA (Archdiocesan Treasurer)
explained the convention programs and details. Fr. Paul Thottackat
(Archdiocesan Joint Secretary) moved on to vote of thanks.
Many Clergy and faithful including V. Rev. Varkey Mundackal Cor
Episcopo, V. Rev. Geevarghese Puthoorkudilil Cor Episcopo, Fr.
Mathews Edathara (Archdiocesan Clergy Secretary), Fr. Dr. A.
P.George, Fr. Dileesh Alias (Vice President Sunday School
Association), Fr. Jose Daniel (Vice President, Association for the
protection of Antiochean True Faith), Fr. Geevarghese Jacob
Chalissery, Dn. Joseph Varghese, Dn. Dr. Jerry Jacob, Dn. Ani Skaria
Thelappilly, Dn. Shiryl Mathai (General Secretary, MGSOSA), Council
members Shri Jijo Joseph, Shri Babu Vadakkedath Houston, Shri Kurian
George CPA(General Secretary, St. Paul's Fellowship), Shri Saju
Paulose Maroth (Joint Treasurer, Shri Shaji Peter, Former Council
members Shri. George Padiyedath, Shri. Cherian Venkadath Chicago,
Dr. T. V. John (Director, Sunday School Association), Shri Biju
Cherian (Treasurer, Assn for the Protection of Antiochean True
Faith), Shri. Manoj John (Chief Editor, Malankaradeepam), Shri. Babu
Jacob Nadayil, Spiritual organization officials Shri. E. V. Paulose
(St. Pauls Fellowship Coordinator), Shri. Paul Pathrose (Antiochean
True Faith), Shri. Raju Abraham (St. Pauls Fellowship Regional
Secretary), Shri. Vivek Alex (St. Pauls Regional Secretary) and Smt.
Susan Varkey (Treasurer, St. Mary's Women's League) and hundreds of
faithful attended.
Seminar held at M A College, Kothamangalam
Manorama
Pilgrimage from Ankamali Diocese to Arthatt
Church
Manorama
March 19, 2011 (Saturday)
16th Dukhrono of Mor
Coorilos Kuriakose --- Raasa held at Adoor
ADOOR: 'Padhayathra'
of Kollam, Niranam and Thumpamon Dioceses, held as a part of the
'16th Dukhrono' of Late Lamented Mor Coorilos Kuriakose, reached
MMD Dayara, Adoor on March 18th Friday. Metropolitans HG Mor
Milithios Yuhanon of Thumbamon, HG Mor Theodosius Mathews of
Kollam and HG Dr. Mor Coorilos Geevarghese of Niranam received the
pilgrims. H.G Mor Osthatheos Issac - Metropolitan of Mylapore &
Delhi Dioceses, will celebrate the Holy Qurbono on 19th March, the
main day of the feast.
'Gospel Convention' held by the Ankamaly
Region of the Ankamaly diocese started at St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian
Orthodox Cathedral, Ankamaly.
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'Gospel Convention' by Niranam Diocese to be held at St. George
Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Cathedral, Kavumbhagom on March 19th.
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'Convention' held by Mor Aphrem Family Unit functioning under St. Peter's
& St. Paul's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Kolenchery.
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'United JSVBS' of the Sixteen Sunday Schools functioning under St.
Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Cathedral, Manarcad to be held from
April 4th to 16th.
Manarcad:
'United JSVBS' of the Sixteen Sunday Schools functioning under St.
Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Cathedral, Manarcad will be held
from April 4th to 16th. The theme of this year's VBS is 'Abide
in me' (John 15:4). About 1200 students from the 16 Sunday
Schools and more than 120 teachers will participate in the JSVBS.
New songs, action songs, painting, modelling, counselling, love
feast, flower decoration, arts festival and a colourful procession
are the highlights of the JSVBS.
Shri. M J Markose Mammala - Church Managing committee member awarded
'Bharath Jyothi Award' of the India International Friendship
Society.
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'Gospel Convention' at the Mullassery Shrine under St. George
Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Pankode on March 20th.
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'Arthat Paadayatra' to the Sacred Tomb of St. Osthatheos Saliba
started from St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Vadavucode.
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'Arthat Paadayatra' - Northern Region to the Sacred Tomb of St. Osthatheos
Saliba to start at 09.00 am on March 19th from St. Peter's & St.
Paul's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Chalissery.
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'Free Medical Camp' to be conducted as a part of the Silver Jubilee
Celebrations of Yeldho Mor Baselios Sunday School, Venduvazhi.
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March 18, 2011 (Friday)
Metropolitans Mor Themotheos Thomas & Dr. Mor Theophilose Kuriakose
visit Holy Father
MA`ARAT
SAYYIDNAYA, DAMASCUS: Metropolitans Mor Themotheos Thomas of
Kottayam and Dr. Mor Theophilose Kuriakose of Middle Europe and
Seminary visited His Holiness Patriarch Ignatius Zakka I Iwas on
March 15, Tuesday, at Patriarchal Monastery here. Metropolitans
explained about the growth of Syriac Orthodox Church in India,
especially, of the Seminary. His Holiness enquired about the
developments in the ecumenical field, as the metropolitans
represents Syriac Orthodox Church in various Ecumenical Platforms
and Inter Church Dialogues with Sister Churches. Metropolitans Their
Eminences Mor Philoxenos Mathiyas Nayis (Assistant to the Patriarch,
Principal of Syriac Orthodox Seminary) and Mor Clemis Daniel Kurieh
(Bierut) were present.
Rev.Fr.Geevarghese
Thomas Chattathil celebrates his 35th year of Priesthood
NEW YORK:
On February 24th,2011
Rev.Fr.Geevarghese Thomas Chattathil (NewYork) of the Malankara
Archdiocese of the Syrian Orthodox Church in North America marked
the Thirty Fifth Anniversary of his ordination to the Priesthood. It
was Perumpilly Thirumeni (the late Metropolitan H.G.Dr.Mor Gregorios
Geevargheese of Kottayam Diocese) who ordained him Qasheesho in 1976
at St.Mary's Bethlehem Syrian Orthodox Church , Thrikothamangalam,
Kottayam. As Vicar, Fr.Geevarghese Thomas Chattathil had
served over two dozen parishes in Kottayam, Cochin and Malankara
Archdiocese in USA. He was the Vice President of " Association for
the Protection of Antiochean True Faith" , a spiritual organization
of Malankara Archdiocese for the past two years. He has been an
active leader and supporter of United Christian Fellowship (UCF),
Albany an ecumenical organization of various christian
denominations for prayer and worship. St.John the Baptist Syrian
Orthodox Church,Yonkers and St.John's Malankara Syrian Orthodox
Church, Staten Island NewYork have conducted special meeting and
celebrated the 35th priesthood anniversary of their vicar
Rev.Fr.Geevarghese Thomas Chattathil.
A 'Three-day Retreat' to be held by St. Mary's
Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Sydney on March 25th, 26th & 27th
SYDNEY:
St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
Church, Sydney is holding a three - day 'Retreat' on March 25th,
26th & 27th.
The Retreat has
been scheduled to be held as follows.
Fri 25th March 2011 -
At St Ephraim Syrian Orthodox Cathedral, 82 Joseph Street, Lidcombe.
Annunciation to
Virgin Mary
6:30 pm To
8:30 pm -- Retreat
Sat 26th March 2011
- At St Ephraim Syrian Orthodox Cathedral, 82 Joseph Street,
Lidcombe.
10:00 am To 3:00
pm - Retreat
05:30 pm -
Prayer meeting at the residence of Shri.Kuruvilla , 41, Morrobridge
St, Bossley Park, NSW 2176. Ph: 9822 0212 Mob:
0420 802 184.
Sun 27th March 2011
- At 99, Bungaree Rd, Pendle Hill
LEICESTER, UK:
A four - day Retreat 'Abhishekam 2011' will be held from May
30th to June 2nd 2011 (Summer School Holiday Week) at St. Mary's
Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Leicester. HG Mor Philexinose
Zacharias - Metropolitan of Malabar diocese and Director of
Thuthootty Mor Gregorios Retreat Centre & Ambalavayal Mor Gregorios
Retreat Centre will lead the four - day Retreat.
The Retreat will be
held on all days from 09.00 am to 06.00 pm.
For more details:
07588576048 / 07950441950 / 07888747266
'Arthat Piligrimage' from St. Mary's J S O
church, Vadavucode to the Sacred Tomb of St. Osthatheos Saliba to
start on March 17th
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Mor Athanasius College, Kothamangalam won the
'Best NSS Unit' award from M G university
MJSSA -
Kolenchery District offered condolences on the demise of HG Mor
Polycarpose Geevarghese - Late Senior Metropolitan of EAE & Honnavar
Mission Read News
'Dukhrono'
of Late Lamented Mor Koorilose Kuriakose to be held at MMDM Dayara,
Adoor on March 18th & 19th Read
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'Arthat
Piligrimage' - Ankamaly Region to the sacred tomb of St. Osthatheos
Saliba to start from Mor Behnam J S O church, Poikattusseri on March
18th Read
News
'Gospel
Convention' at St. John's J S O Chapel, Koothattukulam under the
auspices of St. Paul's Mission of India & the Family Units on March
19th & 20th
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Easy to scorn what you cannot get - "Metran Kakshi
POLITRICS"
Cognitive
dissonance is an uncomfortable feeling caused by holding
conflicting ideas simultaneously. The theory of
cognitive dissonance proposes that people have a
motivational drive to reduce dissonance. They do this by
changing their attitudes, beliefs, and actions.
Our blood
brothers on the other side of the fence are experiencing
something like this since the Kerala assembly elections
have been announced.. Kunnamkulam Bava has been
entertaining viewers through his television performance.
Finally
Kunnamkulam Bava wakes up from dream
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Manorama
The old fox,
who consoled himself by saying that
'the grapes are sour'
has got new friends from Kottayam
Devalokam.
March 16, 2011 (Wednesday)
Brannen
College wins title in YMCA Inter Collegiate Basketball Championship
THIRUVALLA:
Thalasserry Brannen College won the title in Inter Collegiate
Basketball Championship held at Thiruvalla. Metropolitan Dr. Mor
Coorilos Geevarghese handed over the ever rolling trophy to the
winning team. Prof. Kurian John, Prof. P O John, Shri K P John, Shri
K V Mathew, Shri V C Sabu were present.
NEW DELHI:
The first ever 'Lumodo 2011 - Three - day Gospel Convention'
organised by the diocese of Delhi of the Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
Church concluded in New delhi. Most. Rev. Franco Mulakkal -
Auxillary Bishop & Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Delhi
inagurated the convention. H.G Mor Osthatheos Isaaq - Metropolitan
of Mylapore & Delhi dioceses gave the concluding message.
Rev. Fr. Samson
Meloth, Rev. Fr. Varghese and Shri.Vinayananda Bandanka were the
main speakers on the three days of the convention.
Thousands of
faithful from different Parishes of the Delhi diocese participated
in the Convention.
Dr. Mor
Coorilos Geevarghese inaugurates Youth Leadership Programme of URI
Peace Centre
THIRUVALLA:
Metropolitan Dr. Mor Coorilos Geevarghese inaugurated the Youth
Leadership Programme conducted by URI Peace Centre at Thiruvalla.
Centre President Rev. Abraham Scaria presided over. Dr. Simon John
delivered key note address. Shri S K Bhanu, Shri Babu Kanjirappallil,
Major K S Das, Major Joykutty, Shri V M Babu and others spoke
on the occasion.
THIRUVALLA: Archbishop Mor Severios
Kuriakose inaugurated Knanaya Convention at Thiruvalla.
Metropolitans Their Graces Dr. Mor Coorilos Geevarghese, Mor
Gregorios Kuriakose and Mor Barnabas Geevarghese, Shri T A Ittyavira,
Shri P M Chacko, Shri K A Abraham spoke.
Dr. Mor Coorilos Geevarghese inaugurates
Marthoma Primary School Teachers' Association State Conference
THIRUVALLA: Metropolitan Dr. Mor Coorilos
Geevarghese inaugurated Marthoma POrimary School Teachers' State
Conference at Thiruvalla. Association President Shri Shajan Mathew
Presided over. Marthoma Church Finance Manager Rev. P C Saji,
Schools Manager Shri K E Varghese, Shri K P Kunjumon, Shri George
Thomas, Shri Kurian Oommen, Shri Saji K Kurian, Shri Jiji
Mammen spoke on the occasion.
Chennai Syrian Christian Convention starts on
March 18
Ecological meeting held as part of
Convention organized by Knanaya Archdiocese. Read News
Three Deacons ordained for Malankara Archdiocese of North America
North Carolina:
Mr.Chacko George and brothers Shawn Shaji and Subin Shaji were
ordained to the order of Deacon( Koroyoo) by the Archbishop and
Patriarchal Vicar of the Malankara Archdiocese of the Syrian
Orthodox Church in North America, H.E.Mor Titus Yeldho Metropolitan
at St.Nektarios Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Charlotte, North
Carolina on Saturday, February 19th,2011. Rev. Fr. Mathews
Edathara,(Archdiocesan Clergy Secretary), V. Rev. Joseph .C. Joseph
Corepiscopo (Vicar,St.Marys Syrian Orthodox Church,Georgia),
Rev.Fr.Dileesh Alias (Vice President, Sunday School Association and
Vicar,St.Mary's Syrian Orthodox Church White Plaines,NewYork),
Rev.Fr.Shibu Yohannan (Vicar,St. Marys Strian Orthodox Church South
Florida), Rev. Fr. Kevin Milsapps (Greek Orthodox Church),Rev. Fr.
Nijo Thampi (Kunnamkulam, Kerala),Rev.Fr.Bijo Mathews
(Vicar,St.George Syrian Orthodox Church, North Carolina), Rev. Dn.
Jerry Jacob MD, Rev. Dn. Shiryl Mathai (General Secretary, MGSOSA)
and over 300 faithfuls from neighborhood parishes and community have
witnessed the blessed Holy Ordination Ceremony, held for the first
time in the history of the Charlotte St.George Church.
Angamaly
Regional Convention will start on March 16th. Read News
Church has clear-cut view about the upcoming assembly election. Read News
Bible convention of St. Paul's Mission from March 13th to 16th. Read News
Rev. Fr Jacob Mathew celebrated 35th year of Priestly ordination.
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March 12, 2011 (Saturday)
Condolence meeting held at St. Antony's Mission Society ( Honnavar
Mission ) headquarters on March 11th in remembrance of Late Lamented
Mor Polycarpus Geevarghese Metropolitan
HONNAVAR: A
condolence meeting was held at the Honnavar Mission headquarters in
Honnavar on March 11th in remembrance of Late Lamented Mor
Polycarpus Geevarghese Metropolitan who served the mission as its
Manager from 1962 to 1978 and then as director from 1990 until his
demise on March 6th 2011. HG Mor Anthonios Ya'qub Metropolitan -
Auxiliary Bishop of Honnavar Mission presided over. The governing
body members of Honnavar Mission and the staff of the various
Educational Institutions functioning under the Mission in and around
Honnavar participated. His Grace Mor Anthonios, V Rev C M George Cor
- Episcopa - Manager of Honnavar Mission, Rev. Fr. Skariah Joseph,
Rev. Fr. John Abraham, Shri. S V Naik - Ex MLA, Shri M N Mestha -
retd. Headmaster, Smt. Subbalakshmi Bhat, Shri. S T Naik, Shri. G H
Naik & Smt. Devi Naik spoke on the occasion and offered their
condolences.
A Holy Qurbana was celebrated on March 12th, Saturday at St.
Antony's Jacobite Syrian Church, Honnavar in remembrance of the
departed Spiritual father.
The 40th year celebration of St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
church, Perambur - Chennai held on Feb 27th
CHENNAI: The 40th
year celebration of St. Mary's JSO Church, Perambur, Chennai was
held on 27 Feb.2011. H.G. Mor Osthatheos Issac - Metropolitan of
Mylapore & Delhi Dioceses led the celebrations. Holy Qurbana was
celebrated with His Grace as the chief celebrant and assisted by
Rev. Fr. K J John, Vicar of the Church, Rev. Dr. George Varghese and
Rev.Fr. Aby Paul. A public meeting was held after the H Qurbana and
the senior couples of the Parish were honoured.
Angamaly Region
of Ankamaly diocese expressed condolences on the demise of HG Mor
Polycarpose Geevarghese Metropolitan. Read News
'Knanaya Convention' inaugurated by H. E. Mor Severius Kuriakose
- Archbishop of Knanaya Archdiocese. Read News
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Church Managing Committee meeting postponed. working Committe to
meet today. Read News
HG Mor Polycarpose Geevarghese laid to rest in St. Antony's
Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Cathedral. Read
News
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News
Malankara Archdiocese in USA celebrated Patriarchal Day and
79th Dukhorono of St. Ignatius Elias III on Feb 27th
New
Jersey: The Malankara Archdiocese of the Syrian
Orthodox Church in North America celebrated the Patriarchal day
and 79th Dukhorono of St.Ignatius Elias III of Manjinikkara in
various regions of the Archdiocese and at the parish level. The
joint celebration of the parishes in New York, New Jersey and
Pennsylvania was conducted on Sunday,February 27th,2011 at the
St.Mary's Syrian Orthodox Church in Bergenfield, New Jersey.The
Chief Celebrant was H.G.Mor Gregorios Joseph, Metropolitan of
Cochin Diocese ,India and Secretary of the Malankara Holy
Episcopal Synod along with H.E.Mor Titus Yeldho Metropolitan ,
the Patriarchal Vicar and Archbishop of the Malankara
Archdiocese of the Syrian Orthodox Church in North America.
V.Rev.Abraham .O.Kadavil Corepiscopo (Archdiocesan Secretary),
Rev.Fr.Mathews Edathara (Archdiocesan Clergy Secretary), Mr.Saju
Paulose CPA (Archdiocesan Treasurer), V. Rev. Corepiscopos, Rev.
Priests, Rev. Deacons, Council members, Spiritual Organization
leaders and Faithfuls from the Tri-state area were present to
solemnize the blessed occasion. Rev.Dr.A.P.George(Vicar),
V.Rev.Geevargheese Puthoorkudilil Corepiscopo (Associate Vicar)
and several faithfuls welcomed Bishops to the parish in a
traditional manner with lighted candles and ornamental
umbrellas. Mor Gregorios Metropolitan celebrated the Holy
Qurbono and Mor Titus Metropolitan led the Special Memorial and
Intercessory Prayers .
During the
public meeting Rev.Fr.Jose Daniel Paitel (Vice President,
Association for the Protection of Antiochean True Faith) read
out the Pledge of Allegiance. Archbishop Mor Titus Yeldho
Metropolitan presided over the meeting and His Grace Mor
Gregorios Joseph Metropolitan delivered the key note address.
Rev.Fr. Mathews Edathara, Rev.Dr.A.P.George, Rev.Fr.Geevarghese
Jacob Chalissery, Mr.Saju Paulose CPA and Rev.Dn.Shiryl Mathai
spoke on the occasion.V.Rev.Abraham.O.Kadavil Corepiscopo, the
Archdiocesan Secretary welcomed the Chief Guests and Rev.Fr.Paul
Thottackat,the Joint Secretary of the Archdiocese proposed vote
of thanks. V.Rev.Varkey Mundackal Corepiscopo, Rev.Fr.Dileesh
Alias, Rev.Dn.Joseph Vargheese, Rev.Dn.Jerry Jacob MD,
Rev.Dn.Joel Jacob MD, Council members Mr.Jijo Joseph, Mr.Babu
Vadakkedath, Mr.Saju Paulose maroth(Jt.Treasurer), Mr.Kurian
George CPA, ), Spiritual Organization officials Mrs.Susua
Varkey(Treasdurer, St.Mary's Womens League), Mr.Raju Abraham,
Mr.Vivek Alex( St.Paul's Fellowship Coordinators), Biju
Cherian(Treasurer, Antiochan True Faith),Dr.T.V.John(Sunday
School Director) Mr.E.V.Paulose, Mr.John Thomas,Mr.Mathews
Mancha(Antiochean True Faith coordinators), Mr.Manoj John(Chief
Editor, Malankara Deepam,Former Council members Mr.Cherian
Venkadath , Mr.George Padiyedath and Mr.Babu Jacob were also
there to mark and witnessed the blessed occasion. A delicious
luncheon also served at the end.The program ended at 2:00PM
'Gospel
Convention' started at Mor Ignatius J S O Chapel, Chakkaraparambu.
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'Soonoro Perunnal & Gospel convention' at St. Mary's Jacobite
Syrian Orthodox Patriarchal Cathedral, Elamkulam from March 11th to
13th. Read News
'Thondenpara
convention' jointly conducted by Kanyattunirappu, Vennikulam &
Varikoli parishes to be held from March 11th to 13th. Read
News
'Syrian Christian Convention' at St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian
Orthodox Church, Vettithara from March 13th to 17th. Read
News
A
new prayer group formed under St. Mary's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
Church, Ahmedabad.
Ahmedabad: St.
Mary's Jacobite Syrian Church has newly started a Prayer meeting at
Bopal, Ahmedabad an upcoming suburb of the city.It is decided to
have an intercessory prayer of St. Mary & St.Gregorious of Malankara
(Kochu Thirumeni) initially and later on an evening service once in
a month. The Prayer would be held every Friday 8 pm onwards at
Jerusalem Marthoma Church, Near Amidhara Society, Bopal village
road, Bopal, Ahmedabad.
For more details Contact:
Fr. Kuriakose Kollannur - 8000742169,
Fr. John Mathai - 9925470978
Mr. Jojy Daniel - 9909956044.
The newly
designed website for the Malankara Archdiocese in North America
launched
The newly designed website for the Malankara Archdiocese was
launched at the Public Meeting following the Patriarchal Day
Celebrations on February 27, 2011 at the St. Mary’s Syrian Orthodox
Church, Bergenfield, New Jersey by His Grace Mor Gregorios Joseph -
Metropolitan of the Cochin Diocese, Kerala, India and Secretary of
the Holy Malankara Episcopal Synod along with H. E Mor Titus Yeldho
– the Archbishop and Patriarchal Vicar of the Malankara Archdiocese
of the Syrian Orthodox Church in North America.
MANGALORE, INDIA:
In an atmosphere filled with emotional feelings of thousands of
people assembled St. Antony's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Cathedral,
Mangalore, the mortal remains of Mor Polycarpus Geevarghese
Metropolitan was laid to rest on March 09, Wednesday at 12.30 P.M.
The late Metropolitan was the Senior Metropolitan of EAE & St.
Antony's Mission (Honnavar Mission), of The Universal Syrian
Orthodox Church.
The funeral service started at 9.00 AM IST. His Beatitude Catholicos
Baselios Thomas I led the service. Metropolitans Their Graces, Mor
Themotheos Thomas (Kottayam), Mor Gregorios Joseph (Kochi), Mor
Dionysius Geevarghese (Reesh Dayaroyo of Manjanikkara Dayaro &
Simhasana Churches), Mor Dioscorus Kuriakose (Reesh Dayaroyo of
Malelcuriz Dayaro & Simhasana Churches), Mor Aphrem Mathews (Perumbavoor
& High Range), Mor Osthatheos Pathrose (Bangalore & Singapore), Mor
Chrisostomos Markose (EAE), Mor Ivanios Kuriakose (Knanaya
Archdiocese), Mor Irenios Paulose (Kozhikode, Australia & New
Zealand), Dr. Mor Clemis Kuriakose (Idukki), Mor Osthatheos Ishaq
(Mylapore & Delhi) assisted.
At the end of the
funeral service, His Beatitude Catholicos Baselios Thomas I labeled
the body with Holy Oil (Zayto) and the assistant Metropolitans of
EAE & Honnavar Mission, Mor Chrisostomos Markose and Mor Anthonios
Yaq`ub covered the face with ‘shushefo’ veil. Condolence messages of
His Holiness Patriarch Ignatius Zakka I Iwas and Archbishop of
Aleppo His Eminence Mor Gregorios Youhanna Ibrahim was read.
Thousands of people thronged the St. Antony's Jacobite Syrian
Orthodox Cathedral, on last two days to pay last respects to the
departed father. Metropolitans His Excellency Dr. Geevarghese Mar
Dionysius (Syro Malankara Church, Diocese of Puthur), Bishop Dr.
Lawrence Mukkuzhy (Syro Malabar Church, Diocese of Belthangady),
Archbishop Dr. Aloysius Paul D'souza (Catholic Church, Diocese of
Mangalore), Bishop Dr. John S Sadananda (Church of South India,
Diocese of Southern Karnataka) offered prayers at Cathedral on these
days.
Earlier Ex
Ministers of Kerala, Chev. Dr. T U Kuruvila & Janab T H Musthafa
Haji, Shri. Saju Paul MLA, AICC Secretary Shri. Vinay Kumar Sorake
Ex MP, Shri Ivan D`souza (Vice President, DCC Dakshina Kannada Dt),
Shri P P Varghese (President, Block Congress Committee, Kadaba) paid
their last tributes to the metropolitan.
"Mor Polycarpus - A
model Missionary in the field of our Lord":
His Holiness
Patriarch Ignatius Zakka I Iwas
"Mor Polycarpus was
a great visionary who always cared to educate and
empower underprivileged":
His Beatitude Catholicos Baselios Thomas I
"Mor Polycarpus was
a hard worker, filled with enthusiasm, and was ready to
sacrifice himself for the service of the church":
His Eminence
Archbishop Mor Gregorios Youhanna Ibrahim
"Mor Polycarpus was
a great scholar and is a model to everyone":
Dr. Mor Coorilos
Geevarghese
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March 09, 2011, Wednesday
Funeral of Mor Polycarpus will be held today at St. Antony's JSO Cathedral,
Mangalore
March 07, 12:00 NOON:
The body of Mor
Polycarpus Geevarghese is kept at St. Antony's JSO Cathedral here.
Metropolitans Mor Chrisostomos Markose & Mor Anthonios Yaqu`b led
the prayers. Lots of Priests, Nuns & faithful are flowing to
Cathedral to have a last glimpse of their beloved father.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Funeral ceremony of H.G Mor
Geevarghese Polycarpus will be held on Wednesday 2.00 PM at St.
Antony's JSO Cathedral, Jeppu, Mangalore.
KANNUR,
KERALA, INDIA: Senior Metropolitan of Evangelistic Association
of the East (EAE) and St. Antony's Mission (Honnavar Mission) Of
Syriac Orthodox Church in India, Mor Polycarpus Geevarghese (78)
passed away at Amala Hospital, Iritty, Kannur on March 06, Sunday at
9.00 PM IST. His Grace was in an Ayurvedic Treatment at Ulikkal,
Kannur and was admitted to Amala Hospital, Iritty, due to Cardiac
Arrest. The funeral will be at St. Antony's Jacobite Syrian Orthodox
Cathedral, Jeppu, Mangalaore (KARNATAKA) later. His Beatitude
Catholicos Baselios Thomas I will lead the funeral ceremonies. All
metropolitans of Syriac Orthodox Church in India will attend.
.:: We
request all faithful to pray for the departed father ::.
His
Beatitude Catholicos meets His Holiness Patriarch at Patriarchal
Monastery, Damascus
MA`ARAT
SAYYIDNAYA, DAMASCUS: His Beatitude Catholicos Baselios Thomas I
visited His Holiness Patriarch Ignatius Zakka I Iwas at Patriarchal
Monastery, Damascus on March 07, Monday. His Beatitude thanked His
Holiness for sending a delegation for the Dukhrono of St. Elias III
at Manjanikkara. They had a discussion about the Universal Synod to
be held at Damascus this year. His Holiness briefed the arrangements
for the Synod. They discussed about the ecumenical relations of
Universal Syriac Orthodox Church with other churches in India and
other countries. His Beatitude described about the growth of Syriac
Orthodox Church in Malankara. His Holiness extended the condolences
of Syriac Orthodox Church on the sad demise of Mor Polycarpus
Geevarghese. Metropolitans Their Graces Mor Aphrem Mathews, Mor
Philoxenos Mathiyas Nayis and Mor Irenios Paulose were present. A
special prayer was conducted for the memory of Metropolitan Mor
Polycarpus Geevarghese at the Patriarchal Cathedral later.
Lumodho 2011 - The Annual Convention of
Delhi Diocese starts tomorrow
NEW DELHI: Lumodho 2011, the Annual convention of Delhi
Diocese starts tomorrow and will conclude on Sunday. Metropolitan
Mor Osthatheos Ishaq will be present for the convention on all these
days. Most Rev. Franko Mulakkal (Auxiliary Bishop od Diocese of
Delhi of Catholic Church, His Excellency Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas
Metropolitan (Syro Malankara Church), Rt. Rev. Abraham Mar Paulose
Episcopa (Marthoma Syrian Church), Fr. Samson Meleth and Fr.
Varghese Vijayanand are the speakers.
March 09, 2011 (Wednesday)
New General Secretary of the Student Christian Movement of India
installed
BANGALORE: Rev. Raj
Bharat Patta, the new General Secretary of the Student Christian
Movement of India (SCMI) was officially installed at the SCMI
headquarters on 28 February 2011. Rev. Bharat Patta was installed by
Dr. Geevarghese Mor Coorilos, Chairperson of SCMI. Bishop Dr.
Taranath Sagar, the President of the NCCI delivered a message on the
occasion and Bishop Sunnel Banu of the Lutheran Church, Rev. Dr.
Roger Gaikwad, the General Secretary of the NCCI, among others
felicitated the new General Secretary. A farewell was also accorded
to the former General Secretary Mr. Samuel Jayakumar.
H.B Catholicose given strict orders to control some bad practices
followed in wall paintings inside the churches. Read
H.G Issac Mor Osthathiose lead the "Petratha" celebrations at
Kizhakkambalam St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOC. Read
Convention & Prayer fellowship at St. Mary's JSOC, Areeparambu.
Read
H.G Geevarghese Mor Coorilose stated life of late Mor Geevarghese
Polycarpose is exemplary. Read
Valakom regional convention will start on March 9th. Read
"The Essence of Lent: Learning and struggling
to bend our knees, mend our hearts, and lend our hands".
Read Jerryachensworld
Community Service 2011 organized by Mor Ignatious Youth Association,
Singapore on March 19th. Read
Details
Convention at Mor Ignatious JSOC, Prakkanam starts on March 12th.
Read Notice
Articles invited for MGJSM Magazine
Articles invited
from students of Jacobite Syrian Church to publish the annual
magazine of Mor Gregorious Jacobite Students Movement(MGJSM). Send
in your articles, poems, stories etc. to
editor.mgjsm@gmail.com. For
more details contact 9496462410, 9746960214.
March 08, 2011 (Tuesday)
Shubkhono
Sushroosha held at Manarcaud Cathedral
MANARCAUD:
Subhkono Sushroosha held at Morth Mariyam JSO Cathedral, Manarcaud
on March 07, Monday, the first day of Great Lent. Vicar V. Rev. E T
Kuriakose Ittiyedathu Cor Episcopo, Co-Vicars V. Rev. Andrews
Chiravathara Cor Episcopo, Fr. Kuriakose Kalayil, Fr. Mathews
Manavathu, Fr. Thomas Mattathil, priests from other churches,
deacons and hundreds of faithful attended.
95th Anniversary of MGM Sunday School,
Kuruppampady held
KURUPPAMPADY: 95th Anniversary of Mor Gregorios Memorial
Sunday School, Kuruppampady held. Metropolitan Mor Dioscorus
Kuriakose inaugurated the public meeting held at Sunday School
Auditorium.
March 07, 2011 (Monday)
MJSSA
Kannada Text Books Released
MANGALORE:
Auxiliary Metropolitan of EAE, Mor Chrisostomos Markose released the
Kannada Text Books of MJSSA from Std I to X, by handing it over to
Rev Dr. Jacob Michael Pulliyattel, in a function held at Bishop's
House at Nelliyadi, near Mangalore. EAE General Secretary Fr.
Paulose Parekkara, MJSSA Mangalore Director Fr. Paulose
Padinjarekkara, Secretary Shri. Sujan E S and others were present.
Fr. V T Paulose Vattavelil passed away
RAMAMANGALAM: Senior Priest of Jacobite
Syrian Orthodox Church, Fr. V T Paulose Vattavelil (81) passed away.
He was ordained as a deacon in 1956 by Metropolitan Mor Philoxenos
Paulose (then Catholicos Baselios Paulose II) and priest in 1961 by
Mor Philoxenos Paulose. He served Kizhumuri, Mannathoor, Ooramana,
Vettithara, Karukappilli, Thammanimattom, Njarakkad and Srappillil
churches. He was retired from Education Dept., Govt of Kerala as UP
Assistant. He was married to Mrs. Eliyamma. His son V. Rev. Sleeba
Paul Vattavelil Cor Episcopa is the Secretary of Kandanad Diocese.
Dukhrono of St. Osthatheos Sleeba at Arthatt
Notice
KOCHI: Metropolitan Dr. Mor
Coorilos Geevarghese of Niranam visited the Moolampally, and visited
the families who were evicted for the Vallarpadom road project said
the forceful eviction of people from their homes was illegal and
requested the government to ensure rehabilitation of the evicted at
Moolampally. The evictees have been demanding rehabilitation for
nearly three years now.
"Commit Yourself to the Holy Lent":
Metropolitan Mor Osthatheos Ishaq
CHENNAI: "Commit yourself to this Holy
Lent", urged Metropolitan Mor Osthatheos Ishaq of Mylapore. His
Grace was delivering the Lent Speech at Gurukul Dhaivashasthra
Souhrudha Sangamam, organised Valiya Nombu Praveshika at Jerusalem
Marthoma Church, Chennai on March 04, Friday. Hundreds of faithful
from the Episcopal Churches in and around Chennai attended
.
New Office Bearers for MJSSA, Kochi Diocese
KOCHI: MJSSA Kochi Diocese Annual General
Body Meeting held at St. George JSO Cathedral, Thiruvamkulam on
February 27, Sunday. Shri Roy Thomas was elected as the Director and
Shri Jibin George as Secretary. Other office bearers are Shri M K
Lukose (Central Committee Member), Shri P V Paulose (Headmaster
Rep), Shri O.C.Varghese (Teachers' Rep), Shri Reji John (Athmadeepam
Organiser).
His Beatitude laid foundation stone for St.
George JSO Church, Melbourne
MELBOURNE: His Beatitude Catholicos
Baselios Thomas I laid foundation stone for St. George JSO Church,
Melbourne. Patriarchal Vicar for Australia & New Zealand, Vicar Fr.
Bobby assisted His Beatitude. Hundreds of faithful attended this
historic moment.
Second National Conference for Environmental
Issues held at Damascus
DAMASCUS: The Second national conference for Environmental
Issues held at Damascus. Hon. Minister for Waqf, His Excellency Dr.
Muhammed Abdul Sattar inaugurated the conference. He stressed the
need and importance of preserving the environment in context of
global warming and other environmental issues. Metropolitan of
Patriarchal Office, His Eminence Mor Dionysius Youhanon Kawaq
attended the conference and presented the views and plans of Syriac
Orthodox Church in this issue. Ecologists, Theologians attended the
conference representing the various sectors.
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Senior
priest of Knanaya Jacobite Archdiocese, Fr K C Mathews Kuttolamadom
was honoured with Petral Cross by His Holiness Patriarch Ignatius
Zakka I Iwas. Archbishop Mor Severios Kuriakose and Metropolitan Mor
Gregorios Kuriakose presented the Petral Cross on behalf of His
Holiness at St. Ignatius JSO Knanaya Church, Pattoor,
Thiruvananthapuram, on February 27, Sunday.
New Office Bearers for MJSSA, Malabar Diocese
MEENANGADI: MJSSA Malabar Diocese Annual General
Body Meeting held at St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSO Cathedral,
Meenangadi on February 27, Sunday, under the chairman ship of Rev Dr
Jacob Michael Pulliyattel. Shri A V Baby Appakkal was the observer
from MJSSA Central Committee. Shri MY George Mullamkoroth, Nilgiri
District was elected as the Director and Shri Anil K Jacob Keecheril,
Meenangadi East District as Secretary. Other office bearers are Shri
P P Daniel (Central Committee Member, Meenangadi District), Shri N P
Thankachan (Headmaster Rep, Pulpally District), Shri P F Thankachan
(Teachers' Rep, Pulpally District), Shri P M Mathew Parekkara
(Athmadeepam Organiser, Meenangadi District), Shri M C Kuriakose
(Meenangadi District) and P M Shinoj (Mananthavady District) as
auditors.
St. Paul's Mission of India Retreat held at
Kavumbhagom Cathedral
THIRUVALLA: Metropolitan Dr. Mor Coorilos Geevarghese,
President of St. Paul's Mission of India inaugurated the retreat
held at St. George JSO Cathedral, Kavumbhagom. Cathedral Vicar Fr
Mathew Philip presided over. Fr Mathews Piravom, Dn Reji Paul, Shri
Saju Andrews spoke on the occasion.
Knanaya Convention Starts on March 09,
Wednesday
THIRUVALLA: Knanaya Convention will start
on Wednesday, March 09 at Thiruvalla. Archbishop Mor Severios
Kuriakose laid the post for the temporary hall. Metropolitans Mor
Gregorios Kuriakose and Mor Ivanios Kuriakose and others were
present.
Viswasasamrakshakan 
Sunday Vision
