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31th Anniversary of enthronement of His Holiness Ignatius Zakka I Iwas Patriarch

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Hon. Indian Consul in Syria visits His Holiness

MA`ARAT SAYYIDNAYA, DAMASCUS: Hon. Imdian Consul to Syria, Mr. Rajiv K Sharma with family, visited His Holiness Patriarch Ignatius Zakka I Iwas and seeked HH's blessings on Sep 19, Monday, at Patriarchal Monastery here. Patriarchal Assistant Mor Philoxenos Mathiyas Nayis, V Rev. Matta Ramban Karimpanakkal, Hon. Secretary to His Holiness for Indian Affairs were present.

Patriarchal honour to Com. Rajan Skaria

MA`ARAT SAYYIDNAYA, DAMASCUS: His Holiness Patriarch Ignatius Zakka I Iwas decorated Com. Rajan Skaria, former Church Secretary of Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church and present Lay Secretary of Delhi Diocese, with the title Bar Etho M'hymno on September 19, Monday at Patriarchal monastery here. Patriarchal Assistant Mor Philoxenos Mathiyas Nayis and V. Rev. Matta Ramban Karimpanakkal, Hon. Secretary to Patriarch for Indian Affairs were present.

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MUMBAI: The National Camp of Morth Mariyam Samajam concluded at St. Thomas JSO Church here yesterday. Earlier, V. Rev. Stephen Abraham Cor Episcopo inagirated the camp. The camp unanimously requested Kerala Govt. to solve the issues in the Malankara Churches democratically. Hundreds of office bearers and members participated.

Feast of Mor Ougen at Mor Ougen Jacobite Syriac Orthodox Chapel - Bangalore.

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Bangalore: Main Perunnal concluded at Mor Ougen Jacobite Syriac Orthodox Chapel - Bangalore on September 18th. Rev. Fr. Geevarghese Pulayath lead the Holy Mass. Lots of faithful in and around Baggergatta Road , Jaya Nagar & J.P Nagar participated in the Holy Mass and Onam feast thereafter.

Contact :- Mor Ougen Jacobite Syriac Orthodox Chapel - Bangalore | T John College , Gottigere Post, Bannerghatta Road | Bangalore - 560 083 , Karnataka , INDIA | Vicar :- Rev. Fr. Geevarghese Pulayath [+91 9481904590] , Mr. Mathews [+91 9845737523].

Visit to St.Paul's mission by Mathikkare St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOC youth.

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The 1st among our several upcoming initiatives went on smoothly in a very spiritual and entertaining way.

Introductory speech by Rev. Fr. Saji - Achan gave a message that though we differ with respect to our backgrounds, we are all one in Christ. He also invited the kids of St.Pauls mission to St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOC church so that the kids can interact with the sunday school kids of the church.  Choir group sang the song "Aaradhikunne njangal aaradhikunne". They also trained the kids with the 1st 2 lines of the song. It was a pleasure to see them singing and praising God in a language that they didnt know ! Rev. fr. saji lead the prayers. Choir sang the song "Bhoovasikale" and the kids simultaneously sang the kannada version of the same song. A kid by name Johnson read a bible verse. Trusty of the youth League (Basil) delivered a speech in Kannada. Action song by Saji achan was the most entertaining part of the visit. Achan taught the kids an action song "Zacchaeus was a very little man". it was great to see all the inhabitants of St.Pauls mission performing the action song irrespective of their age ! Achan gave a beautiful message about loving each other. This was followed by an introductory section where the Youth league members introduced themselves to the kids of St. Pauls mission. Also distributed Bags, snacks, fruits, chocolates and Rs.6000. (A cheque from Dr.Mohan Varghese of Rs.25,000 was also handed over to Kuriakose uncle who is incharge of the St.Pauls mission).
 

Preparations are afoot for the consecration of Simhasanapally Thuruthissery.

ANGAMALY: Count down for the Consecration of the Reconstructed Simhasanapally Thuruthissery has been started. Newly built church has an area of 7,500 sq.ft and can accommodate nearly 2, 000 faithful. The church is built as per the Syrian Orthodox traditional style and beauty. H.G. Athanasius Alias is the Metropolitan-in-charge of the simhasanapally. Rev.Fr.Alias Ipe Parackal serves as the Vicar. Thuruthissery Simhasanapally has a membership of 255 families. In commemoration of the Thuruthissery Association held on 26th December 1976, Holy Episcopal Synod of the Jacobite Syrian Christian Church will be held followed by Church Working Committee and Managing Committee on 23rd September soon after the flag hoisting at 1.30 pm by the Catholicose. Metropolitans of various dioceses of the Jacobite Church will attend and assist the Bava thirumeni. Holy Consecration will start at 6 pm on 23rd sept. after the Evening prayer. On 24th, Holy Qurbana will be offered on three altars headed by Bava thirumeni. Shri. Oommen Chandy, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Kerala will inaugurate the Public function at 10.am. Ministers, MPs & MLAs will felicitate on the occasion in addition to other dignitaries.

A one-day Youth Conference for the youth of Gujarat state was held at St. Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Church, Ahmedabad under the aegis of Mor Gregorious Jacobite Syrian Youth Association (Mumbai Diocese. On September 11, 2011, the Holy Mass was conducted by Rev. Fr. Kuriakose Kollannoor, assisted Rev. Fr. John Mathai. The conference started at 10.30 a.m. with prayers. The participants attended the conference were a methodical group drawn from various churches in Mumbai, Kutch, Baroda and Ahmedabad.

Malankara Achdiocese of USA extended Full Support to H.B.Catholicos Strike for Justice .

Resolution  Appeal to Chief Minister

NEWYORK: The Malankara Archdiocese of the Syrian Orthodox Church in North America has extended their full support and prayers to the Hunger Strike and Fasting Prayers being conducted by H. B. Catholicos Baselius Thomas 1st ,Bishops,Priests and Faithfuls of Malankara Jacobite Syrian Church at St. Peters and St. Pauls Church in Kolencherry. The Special Archdiocesan Council convened on 13th September unanimously passed a resolution and requested the Government Authority to establish the will of majority and freedom of their worship. His Eminence Mor Titus Yeldho, the Archbishop and Patriarchal Vicar presided over the meeting .

" The accounts of tensions in malankara Parishes especially now at our Kolencherry church is very disturbing and paiful for the faithfuls here in America.We are truely concerned about the challenge ahead of our church where our Beloved Catholicos, Metropolitans, Priests along with hundreds of faithfuls are seeking justice for worship. We wholeheartedly express our solidarity to our Catholicos Bava Thirumeni and Metropolitans who are on an indefinite fasting prayer and hunger strike. We pray for the good health and well being of our Bava Thirumeni, a peaceful settlement and justice to be served. " quoted in the Resolution.

H.E.Archbishop Mor Titus Yeldho Metropolitan requested faithful to continue their prayers and support to our Catholicos Bava Thirumeni and Bishops until the peaceful settlement are established.

Holy Consecration of Reconstructed Thuruthissery Simhasana Pally.

ANGAMALY: Consecration of the reconstructed Simhasanapally, Thuruthissery will be held on 23rd, 24th & 25th of September 2011 with colourful programmes at the Simhasana Nagar. H.B. Thomas I Catholicose will be the chief officiate. On 23rd September, Holy Episcopal Synod will be held soon after the meetings of the Church Working Committee & Managing Committee headed by H.B. Catholicose. A Grand procession will start from the Parish Church Mor Sabore Afroth Jacobite Syrian Cathedral Valiyapally, Akapparambu at 5 pm to mark the beginning of the programme accompanied by hundreds of motor Vehicles carrying Patriarchal flags and traditional items such as muthukudas, drum-beat, Cross etc. Grand reception will be accorded to the procession at the Simhasana Nagar premises. The Consecration Ceremony is slated to be held at 6 pm by the Catholicose assisted by the Metropolitans of the Church. On 24th September, Holy Qurbana will be offered on three altars led by the Catholicose followed by Public Meeting. Shri. Oommen Chandy, Hon”ble Chief Minister is the guest of honour. Ministers, MPs, MLAs and other distinguished guests will attend the function. Various charity and educational ventures will be inaugurated on the occasion. A sumptuous lunch will be distributed to all present. On 25th, Holy Qurbana will be offered on three altars soon after the Morning prayer at 7.15 am. Mor Athanasius Alias will be the chief celebrant. Newly built Church has an area of 7, 500 sq.ft. Under the direct spiritual oversee of His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Thomas I Catholicose, H.G. Athanasius Alias is the Metropolitan-in-charge of the Simhasanapally. Rev.Fr.Alias Ipe Parackal serves as the Vicar.

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Father of H.E Ayoob Mor Silvanos passed away.

Funeral Services of Mr. Thottathil K.O.Uthuppan (Kandalloor Kunjunju) will be held on Friday the 16th of September 2011 at 3 PM at St. John's Knanaya Church in Thuruthicadu. The departed is the father of Archbishop Ayub Mor Silvanos, the regional bishop of North America, Canada and Europe under the Knanaya Arch Diocese. Mr. Uthuppan is survived by his wife Mariyamma (Kunjujamma) Mazhukkir Kuttikkattil. Children: HE Ayub Mor Silvanos, Mr. Thomas Uthuppan (Dubai) & wife Manu Jacob Malieckal, Mr. Jinu Uthuppan(Qatar) & wife Bijo Abraham Kizhakkemuriyil, Mr. Jinto Uthuppan(Saudi Arabia) & wifeLeah Pappachen Chengayil.

Holy Qurbana restarted at Kanpur St. Mary's J S O Church.

On August 20th, 2011, Qurbana was celebrated by Rev. Fr. Issac Mathew and assisted Rev. Dn. Shibu Eapen. About 15 members were attended the Holy Qurbana. It is decided to celebrate Holy Qurbana at this Church once in a month. This Church is under the Delhi Diocese.

St. Mary's J S Church, Plot No. 126, Mayum Road, (Tewaripuri-II), Kanpur - 208 010.

'Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam' National Camp will be held from 16th to 19th September 2011 at St. Thomas JSOC, Nerul, Navi Mumbai

Mumbai: Jacobite Syrian Orthodox "Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam" National Camp will be held from 16th to 19th September 2011 at St. Thomas Church, Nerul, Navi Mumbai. Delegates from different Diocese from all over India will attend the Camp.On Friday, 16th at 12.30 p.m. the participating delegates will be accorded a grand welcome at Panvel Station. H.G. Kuriakose Mor Eusebios, Metropolitan of Trichur & Mumbai Diocese and President of Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam will hoist the Flag at 3.30 p.m. Reading of the Report, Review of plans for 2011-12, National Executive Committee Meeting, Evening Prayer, Gosel Meeting will be held thereafter.On Saturday, 17th at 9.30 a.m. 'Vanitha Mahasangamam' will be inaugurated by H.G. Joseph Mor Gregorios, President of Holy Episcopal Synod and Metropolitan of Kochi Diocese. Mrs. Thanksy Francis Thekkekara IAS, Addl. Chief Secretary, Minority Welfare, Govt. of Maharashtra will be the Chief Guest at the meeting which will be presided over by H.G. Kuriakose Mor Eusebios Metropolitan. Fr. Kuriakose Kalamparambath, Fr. K. Jacob, Ammini Mathew and K.K. Marykutty will speak on the occasion. This will be followed by Seminars, Discussions, Gospel Meeting and Cultural programmes.The programs will continue on Sunday 18th after Holy Trimass, and will come to an end on 19th September.

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"Shlomo" at St.George Horeb Jacobite Syrian Church Chennithala

Chennithala: H.G. Geevarghese Mor Coorilose Inaugurated the unit of "Shlomo" (Ecological commission of JSOC) at St.George Horeb Jacobite Syrian Church Chennithala. Unit Secretary Jithin A. Steephen delivered the welcome speech. while inaugurating the function H.G talk about the importance of planting the tree and protecting the environment.Rev. Fr. Joykutty Varghese preside over the meeting. Felicitation speeches were delivered Rev.Fr. M.J. Daniel, K.G.Kuruvilla, K.K.Kunjumman, M.G. George, M.Joshuva, Mariamma Joseph. Varghese Chacko delivered the vote of thanks.

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Vasai: "Ettunombu" and Church main Perunnal was celebrated at St. Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Church, Naigaon-Vasai from 1st to 11th September 2011 with great fervor and devotion. Holy Qurbana was celebrated on all eleven days by different priests from Mumbai diocese. From 4th to 9th September, Gospel Convention and Retreat was conducted by Gethsemane Retreat Team from Patriarchal Centre, Puthencruz.The main perunnal, on 10th & 11th September was led by Diocesan Metropolitan, H.G. Kuriakose Mor Eusebios. On Saturday, 10th evening traditional 'Rassa' to Naigaon Cross Crib was attended by a large number of believers from different parishes. On Sunday, 11th morning His Grace was the chief celebrant of the Holy Tri-mass. Rev. Fr. Jomon Kattilappuvom and Rev. Fr. Eldho Edappattu, Vicar of the parish were the co-celebrants.

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Sleeba Perunnal at Mor  Shabor Afroth JSO Cathedral,Akaparambu Read

Feast  of  Mor  Sarbeel Sahada at  St. Marys JSOC,Thrikkothamangalam

Thrikothamangalam:Feast  of  Mor Sarbeel Sahada at  St. Marys JSOC,Thrikkothamangalam on 13th and 14th september along with sleeba perunnal. Late H.G Michael Mor Dionasious Metropolitan used this dayara has his head quarters.

Thumpamon Diocese Youth Association Celebrated Onam

Pathanamthitta: Thumpamon Diocese Youth Association celebrated onam festival on 10th September at pathanamthitta. Fr.Aby Stephen (Diocese Youth Association Vice President) inaugurated the program. Several Onam games were played and members from all units participated. "Onapaayasam" was distributed to all after the program. Dn.Jiju Vazhamuttam,  Binu Vazhamuttam (Youth Association Vice President), Vipin Kuriakose (Youth Association Secretary), Lijo George (Youth Association Trustee) were led the program.

H.B Catholicose Consecrated Malayidamthuruthu St.George JSOC Read

Sleeba Perunnal at Thuruthikkara St.Gregoriose Bethlahem JSOC Read

Sleeba Perunnal at St.Mary's Soonoro Cathedral Read

Consecration of renovated chappel & Perunnal of Aazhakam St.Mary's Hermon Jacobite Church Read

Ankamaly Diocese Youth Seminar held at Poothamkutty JSOC  Read

"Dhyana Yogam" and "Onasadhya" at S.Paravoor Mor Yuhanon Mamdhona

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Recognizing the meritorious performance of Small & Medium Enterprises in Research & Development each year for their outstanding contributions, Ministry of Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India, MSME presented an Award to Mecpro Heavy Engineering Limited at a function on 2^nd September, 2011. The award was received by Mr. Rajan Skhariya, Managing Director, Mecpro Heavy Engineering Limited from Hon’ble Minister (MSME) Shri Virbhadra Singh at a function in Vigyan Bhawan, for its R&D efforts during the year 2010.Lauding the MSME fraternity, Hon’ble Minister, congratulated the winners who, despite the challenge & uncertainties in the global market, have emerged as a leading entrepreneurial innovators in India.

Raffle Coupons for Harvest Festival 2011 to be conducted by St. George Universal Syrian Orthodox Reesh Church was released by the Parish Vicar Rev. Fr. Sajan T. John in the presence of Mr. Johnson Varghese (Parish Secretary), Mr. Jacob John (Parish Trustee), and Mr. Varghese Chacko (General Convener-HF 2011) in a public function held at NECK after the Holy Qurbana on Friday, September 2, 2011.  The Parish Vicar inaugurated the coupon sale by handing over the first coupon to the Coupon Convener Mr. Sephy Alex. Harvest Festival 2011 will be held at Integrated Indian School on Friday October 28, 2011. It will be a day long program with variety entertainment programs, food stalls, game stalls, etc.  Leading play back singers and comedians from Kerala will be entertaining the audience along with other artists. Thousands of people from all walks of life are expected to attend the event.
 

Sleeba Perunnal at Thurithikkara St.Greogoriose Bethlahem JSOC

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Jacobite Syrian Church Niranam Diocese Seminar and Family Get together at Kavumbhagam St.George JSO Cathedral   Manorama

H.B Catholicose Baseliose Thomas 1st laid  foundation stone for the new "Kurishumthotty" under Malayidamturuthu St.Mary's JSOC  Manorama

Medical Fund for the welfare of poor people Sponsored by Melbourne St.Mary's Church was distributed by H.B Catholicose

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Melbourne: Medical Fund of Rs.80000 for the welfare of poor peoples Sponsored by Melbourne St.Mary's JSO Church was distributed by H.B Baselious Thomas 1st at Kothamangalam St.Mary's Jacobite Cathedral after Holy Qurbono

 Leeds: Malankara Syrian Orthodox Church UK region VBS held at St.George JSOC,Leeds from 18th august to  20th august under the leadership of church Vicar Fr. Peter Kuriakose

Dhukrono perunnal of Aboon Mor Beselios Paulose II Catholicos of the East celebrated at St. Thomas Jacobite Syrian Church, Bhopal

Bhopal: Dhukrono perunnal of Aboon Mor Baselious Paulose II Catholicos of the East was celebrated at St. Thomas  Jacobite Syrian Church, Bhopal on 4^th September, 2011.  Rev. Fr. Eldo John Chemmikattu  led the perunnal celebrations. Several members of the parish participated on this occasion. Perunnal concluded with dhoopa prarthana and nercha.

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Thumpamon Diocese JSOYA distributed "Oanam Kit" to Tribal Colony at Kokkathoda, Kottamonpara.

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THUMPAMON: Thumpamon Diocese JSOYA distributed almost 50 "Oanam Kit" to Tribal Colony at Kokkathoda, Kottamonpara. Rev. Fr. Aby Stephen, Binu Vazhamuttom, Vipin John Kuriakose, Lijo Ommen George, Akhil Alex, Gitto Viji & Ward member Eldhose lead the program.

Dhukrono of Aboon Mor Baselious Poulose 2nd & Onam celebrations held at St. thomas JSOC Chennai.

Chennai: Dukhrono of LL Aboon Mor Baselios Paulose II , Catholicose of the East was remembered and celebrated on Sunday the 4th Sept.,2011. at St. Thomas JSO Church , Annanagar, Chennai. Rev Fr. K J John Corepiscopa was the chief celebrant assisted by Rev. Fr. Aby Alias Vicar and Deacons. Rev Fr. K J John was felicitated on the elevation to the rank of Corepiscopa after the Holy Mass. A feast coupled with Onam celebrations were held in Shanthibhavan, our destitute home for aged and thereafter various cultural and sports activities were conducted.

MBSCA Office Bearers visit the New Indian Ambassador.

The Executive Committee members of Mor Baselios Social and Cultural Association (MBSCA), a social and cultural association functioning under St. George Universal Syrian Orthodox Reesh Church, Kuwait met with the new Ambassador of India, H.E. Satish C. Mehta at the Indian Embassy and extended a very warm welcome to Kuwait. The delegation briefed the Ambassador about the philanthropic activities undertaken by the MBSCA both in India and in Kuwait and also discussed various problems faced by the community at large. H.E. was kind enough to hear the pleas put forth by the members and assured that he would look into it. Rev. Fr. Sajan T. John, the President of the Association led the delegation that included Johnson Varghese, the Secretary, Jacob John, the treasurer, Varghese T. Chacko, T.O. Paily, John C. Thomas, Mathew George and Chevalier Bijou Varghese.

Interview with Mor Cyril Aprem Karim of Archdiocese of Eastern United States.

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An Article by Basil Paul Puthussery. Capsizing Emotions

Preparations going on for Niranam Diocese Family Conference. Read

Dhukrono perunnal of Aboon Mor Beselios Paulose II Catholicos of the East celebrated at St. Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Church Singapore.

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Dhukrono perunnal of Aboon Mor Beselios Paulose II Catholicos of the East celebrated at St. Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Church Singapore. Rev. Fr. Saji Nadumuriyil led perunnal celebrations. Dn. Eldho Thomas and other faithful were present. Perunnal concluded with nercha and food.

H.G Dr. Mor Geevarghese Coorilose participated in the Iftar organized by Muzlim Cultural Association at Thiruvalla on 31st August.

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DVD released by Ahmadabad St. Mary's JSOC.

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Teaching is an unmatchable profession - Mor Geevarghese Coorilose. Mor Coorilose was inagurating the Teachers meeting organized by KCC. Read

Medical camp organized by JSOYA under, Kadathi St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOC. Read

Geevarghese Mor Coorilose called for keeping the Christian values. Mor Coorilose was delivering the speech at Sunday School teachers camp at Niranam. Read
 

15th Dhukrono of Aboon Mor Baselious Poulose 2nd concluded at Malekuriz dayaro.

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Malekuriz: Thousands of pilgrims reached the blessed Malekuriz Dayaro yesterday to participate in the 15th dhukrono of beloved Aboon Mor Baselious Poulose 2nd Bava. Under the leadership of H.G Kuriakose Mor Dioascorose, pilgrims were welcomed to the church premises. H.B Catholicose lead the "Dhoopa Prarthana" & Evening Prayers assisted by all the Metropolitan of church & priests. Today Morning H. B Catholicose Baselious Thomas 1st celebrated holy Kurbana at Dayara church.

Priesthood Golden Jubilee celebrations of H.G Abraham Mor Severious started.

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VENGOLA: Priesthood Golden Jubilee celebrations of H.G Abraham Mor Severious started. Honorable Minister of the state K. Babu inagurated the public meeting. H.B Catholicose Baselious Thomas 1st Presided over the function. H.G Mathews Mor Aprem, H.G Mathews Mor Evanious, H.G Kuriakose Mor Theophilose, H.G Kuriakose Mor Ousebious, MLA saju Paul, MLA T. U Kuruvilla, M.LA Jose Thettayil, M.L.A V. P sajeendran, MLA Benny Behnan, District Panchayat President Eldhose Kunnappilly, vengola Panchayat President M.M Avaran & Church Secratry Sri. Thampu George Thukalan spoke during the occasion. Metropolitans of the church and Prominent guests from different walks of life participated in the function. Holy synod & managing committee meeting also were held on the same day.

Kollam Diocese"Shlomo" (Ecological commission of JSOC) inaugurated at St. Mary's Soonoro Cathedral Kundara.

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KOLLAM: Kollam Diocese "Shlomo" (Ecological commission of JSOC) inaugurated at St. Mary's Soonoro Cathedral Kundara. Sr. M. A Baby M.LA inaugurated the function. H.G Mathews Mor Thevodosious, Shri. Zachariah Mathew (JSOYA Secretary Kollam Diocese), Mrs. P. Jayanthy (District Panchayat vice President kollam) delivered the key Note address. Faciltation speeches were delivered by Rev. Fr Punnose Tharakan, Rev. fr George & Rev. Fr. Geevarghese. Adv. Renji delivered the vote of thanks.

KOLLAM: Kollam Diocese JSOYA conducted facilitation meeting for Students who excelled in Studies in the program held at St. Mary's Soonoro Cathedral Kundara. Sr. M. A Baby M.LA will inaugurated the function. H.G Mathews Mor Thevodosious presided over the function.Shri. Zachariah Mathew (JSOYA Secretary Kollam Diocese) delivered the welcome speech. Mrs. P. Jayanthy (District Panchayat vice President Kollam) delivered the key Note address. Facilitation speeches were delivered by Rev. Fr. Punnose Tharakan, Rev. Fr George & Fr. Geevarghese. Adv. Renji delivered the vote of thanks.

" THE RAINBOW CONFERENCE 2011 "at The Cathedral of Copenhagen concluded August 30th.

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" THE RAINBOW CONFERENCE 2011 "at The Cathedral of Copenhagen concluded August 30th Tuesday. It is a conference conducted every year by the National Inter Church Council, Denmark with the representatives of every churches in Denmark. This great event was leaded by His Grace Lise-Lotte Rebel, Diocese of Helsingør (Bishop of Evangelical Lutheran Church of Denmark which is the official state religion and the biggest diocese in Denmark) ,His Grace Peter Skov-Jakobsen, Diocese of Copenhagen( Bishop of Evangelical Lutheran Church of Denmark which is the official state religion) , and His Grace Czeslaw Kozon, (Bishop of the Catholic Church Denmark, Faroe Islands and Greenland,). In this Conference Rev. Fr. Eldhose Vattaparambil represented SOC.The topic of the conference was `´Work together to improve the Christianity in Denmark.

Texas: The Holy Dedication Ceremony and First Holy Qurbono of Mor Gregorios Jacobite Syriac Orthodox Church in the town of Mesquite, Texas is scheduled to be held on Saturday, September 3rd,2011 . His Eminence Mor Titus Yeldho Metropolitan, the Archbishop and Patriarchal Vicar of the Malankara Archdiocese of the Syrian Orthodox Church in North America will be the Chief Celebrant . Venerable Corepiscopos, Respected Priests, Deacons, Spiritual Organization leaders, Malankara Archdiocese Council members and faithful from sister parishes are expected to attend this blessed occasion. Mor Gregorios Church in Mesquite is the third parish in the Malankara Archdiocese as Saint Mor Gregorios of Chathuruthil (Parumala Thirumeni) the Patron Saint. Archbishop Mor Titus appointed Rev. Fr. V. M. Thomas as the first vicar of the Gregorios Parish. A Managing Committee also formed to execute the smooth functioning of the parish. Mr. Sherry George (Secretary) and Mr. Valsalan. T. Varghese Treasurer) are elected as new office bearers.

The continuous prayer and long time dream of the faithful in Mesquite area has cherished by the formation of this parish. The Archdiocesan Council members Mr. Babu Vadakkedathu (Houston) and Mr. Saju Skaria (Arizona) were the Commission members assigned to submit report upon the faithful request for a new parish. Vicar, Board of Trustees and members of the Parish are requested faithful and friends to grace the occasion. For more information, Please contact:

Rev. Fr. V. M. Thomas (Vicar) :972-983-4956,  Sherry George (Secretary) : 214-770-6195, Valsalan. T. Varghese (Treasurer): 972-974-8491
Address: MOR GREGORIOS SYRIAC ORTHODOX CHURCH 6500 NORTH WEST DRIVE, MESQUITE, TX-75150

Clergy Family Get together of Kollam diocese held on 30.08.2011.

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KOLLAM: The Clergy Family Gettogether of Kollam Diocese was held at the residence of V. Rev. Stephen Abraham Cor-episcopa on 30.08.2011. Rev. Roy George welcomed the gathering. HG Mor Theodosius Mathews inaugurated the function and gave the benediction. V. Rev. K. J. Thomas Cor-episcopa was honored for the contribution to the Holy Church and to the diocese in particular. It was followed by games for children and group activities for clergy and their family.

Family Gettogether of Prakkanam Mor Ignatious JSOC held on 28th August.

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PRAKANAM: Ver. Rev Mathews Corepiscopa (vicar) inaugurated the function. Class was taken by Fr. Davis Parayil, Vazhamuttom on Summary of Old Testament. Ver. Rev Thomas Corepiscopa did the felicitation. The continuation classes will be there every 4th Sunday at church.

Senior priest of Mumbai Diocese and Vicar of St. Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Kalyan, Rev. Fr. Wilson Jacob Philip celebrated silver jubilee of priesthood on Sunday 27th August, 2011.

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Fr. Wilson, born in Tiruvalla, Kerala as younger of two sons of Mr. M.M. Philip and Mrs. Aleyamma Philip of Mundanamchirayil family, belong to Kunnamthanam St. Peter’s Jacobite Church. He completed theological studies from Malelcruz Dayaro and also obtained a bachelor's degree in Economics. He was ordained as priest by late lamented Thomas Mar Theophilos, Metropolitan of Outside Kerala Diocese, on 27th August, 1986. He has served as Vicar in Kolkatta, Pune, Kuwait, Byculla, Kalina, Malad, Marol, Thakurli parishes and is now Vicar of Kalyan parish. Achen also served as the Diocesan Secretary of the erstwhile Outside Kerala Diocese, Clergy Secretary and Vice President of Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam. He is also working president of ‘The Nest India Foundation’, where 27 street children, all girls aged between 4 to 11 years are taken care of, accommodated and very well looked after. The priesthood Silver Jubilee Celebrations also coincided with the occasion of Achen’s marriage silver jubilee on 4th August. Wilsonachen is married to Alice, daughter of Mr. Varghese and Mrs. Annamma Varghese of Valakuzhi Kadamala family, Ezhumatoor, Kerala. They are blessed with two loving daughters, Ms. Vino, nursing graduate from Mumbai and Ms. Lino, studying in the 10th Std.

Wilsonachen celebrated the Holy Qurbana on Sunday, 28th August at Kalyan St. Mary’s Church as an act of immense thanksgiving to Almighty God. Soon after the Holy Qurbana, a formal function was held in the church hall. In a token of love and affection and the celebrations of dual silver jubilees, Achen & Ammayi were draped with “Ponnada” by parish representatives Mr. K.D. Baby and Mr. M.J. Mathai. Many dignitaries from different parishes in Mumbai and Christian denominations attended the function and felicitated Achen. The function ended with lovefeast.

Diocese level celebration of " Sapthadi" & Priesthood Golden Jubilee of Abraham Mor Severious on 25th September at Aluva Town Hall. Read

Western regional meeting of Kottayam Diocese of JSOC held. Read

"Akila Malankara Quiz" competition at Mazhuvannoor St. Thomas JSOC. Read
 

Metropolitans of Simhasana Churches, Evangelical Association of the East and Honnavar Mission visits Holy Father.

28 August 2011, Ma'arat Sayyidnaya, Damascus: Simhasana (Patriarchal) Churches Metropolitans Mor Dionysius Geevarghese, Mor Athanasius Geevarghese, Metropolitan of the Evangelical Association of the East Mor Chrisostomos Markose and Metropolitan of Honnavar Mission Mor Anthonios Yaq`ub visited His Holiness Patriarch Morn Mor Ignatius Zakka I Iwas on 26 – 28 August, at Patriarchal Monastery here as per the invitation of Holy Father. Metropolitans explained about the growth of the Syriac Orthodox Church in India in general and particularly the diocese, Dayaros, Institutions which Their Eminence are having the charges. His Eminence Mor Dionysius Yuhanon Kawaq (Metropolitan of Patriarchal Curia), Rev.Fr. Abraham John Corepiscopa (Kottayam Simhasana Church), Mathews Raban Karimpanackal (Secretary to the Patriarch in Indian Affairs) were present.

Dhukrono of Aboon Mor Baselious Paulose II at St.Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Church Singapore.

Singapore: Dhukrono of Aboon Mor Beselios Paulose II Catholicos of the east on September 1st at St.Mary’s Jacobite Syrian Church Singapore. Rev. Fr. Saji Nadumuriyil will lead this years perunnal celebrations. 6.30pm – Evening Prayer, 7.00 pm –Holy Qurbana, 8.30 pm – Intercession Prayer and Asheervadham 9.00pm-Nercha
 

JSOYA, Kandanad Diocese Leadership Training Seminar held at Kolenchery St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOC.

KOLENCHERY: JSOYA, Kandanad Diocese Leadership Training Seminar held at Kolenchery St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOC. H.G Dr. Mor Evanious Mathews inaugurated the function. Rev. Fr. Varghese Edumali (Vicar of the church) presided over the function. Rev. Fr. Jibu Kochuparambil took the class. Diocean JSOYA secretary Sinol V Saju delivered the vote of thanks. JSOYA representatives from all the churches in Kandanad Diocese participated. Akhila Malankara Vice President Rev. Fr. Joy Anikkuzhi, Akhila Malankara Secretary Biju Thampi spoke during the occasion.

H.G Dr. Mor Geevarghese Coorilose inaugurated the "Iftar" organized by P.D.P at Kottayam.

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H.G Mor Geevarghese Coorilose inaugurated the "Iftar" organized by P.D.P at Kottayam. Honorable Minister Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishanan, K. Suresh Kurup M. L. A, and respected dignitaries from all walks of life participated.

Preparations started for "Sleeba Perunnal" at Akaparambu Mor Sabore Afroth JSOC. Read

Memorial Day of LL Aboon Mor Baselious poulose 2nd at B.P.C College Piravom Read Read

Knanaya Congress Chingavanom Region. Read

Dhukrono of Mor Baselious Eldho will start at Mor Baselious JSOC, Cheeyambam, Pulpally on September 24th. Read

St. George church under Malayidamthuruth Prathyasa Bhavan consecrated. Read

Silver Jubilee celebrations of Puthencuriz St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOYA unit. Read    Notice
 

CWME Officers Meet in Dubai.

Dubai: The Officers of the Commission on World Mission and Evangelism (CWME) of the World Council of Churches (WCC) met in Dubai to finalize the list of participants for the Pre-Assembly Mission Confernce of the CWME, to be held in March 2012 in Manila, the Philippines. Dr. Mor Coorilos Geevarghese, Moderator of CWME, Dr. Jooseop Kuem, Director and Secretary of CWME and Mrs. Maria Kutatzi in place of Dr. Kirsteen Kim, Vice Moderator of CWME attended the Officers meeting which was held at the Milllennium Airport Hotel in Dubai on 23 rd and 24th of August 2011. The meeting also discussed plans for various plenaries and resource persons for the Manila Conference. About 200 participants from member churches and affiliated bodies of the WCC are expected to participate in the Conference which will adopt a New WCC Mission Statement.

Mylapore Diocese Council Meeting held.

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MYLAPORE: The council meeting of Mylapore Diocese was held on 20th August 2011 at St. Thomas Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church, Annanagar, Chennai, presided by Diocese Metropolitan H.G. Issac Mor Osthatheos. Salary Pay Commission Report for the Priest’s of Mylapore Diocese was read by Fr. K.J John, Clergy Secretary of the Diocese and was passed by council members for implementation with effect from 1st April 2011.Mylapore Diocese activities report was read by Secretary Fr.Aby Alias, and Annual Accounts for the year ended 31st March 2011 was presented by Treasurer K Babu Varghese.

Metropolitan H.G Issac Mor Osthatheos stressed the need to start more service centre’s, particularly in Adyar, which comes in South Chennai and close to many software companies, where many of our faithful are employed and residing. It was proposed by our Metropolitan to start a service centre in Adyar from October 2011.His Grace informed the council that a proposal of Mylapore Diocese to start a public school for the weaker sections of the society by next academic year. The School will function in Retteri, North Chennai under the guidance of Rev.Fr. K.J John, retired principal and well known educationist.

H.G Issac Mor Osthatheos also informed the council that Rev. Fr. K. J. John, Clergy Secretary of our Diocese will be elevated to the rank of Corepiscopa by His Beatitude Catholicose Baselious Thomas 1st on 26th August 2011 at Patriarchal Cathedral, Puthencruz. and Rev. Fr. T.M. Mathews, Vicar of St. Mary's Church Kelambakkam will be decorated with a Pectoral Cross and Chain, Blessed and permitted by His Holiness Moran Mor Ignatios Zakka 1 Iwas, the Prince Patriarch of Antioch and all the East.

Mr. Valsalan P Varghese was elected as Laity Secretary of Diocese to assist Diocese Secretary. The meeting was attended by priests and council members of Mylapore Diocese comprising of Parishes in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. The meeting concluded with prayers.

SCM India, Union Christain College unit started the activities for next one year.

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ALUVA: Chairperson of SCMI Dr. Mor Geevarghese Coorilose inaugurated the function. Principal of the college Dr. T. Thomas Philip spoke during the occasion. College Chaplain, Rev. Deacons, respected Nuns, Staffs & Students participated in the meeting and the prayers. Pledge has been taken in the meeting for preserving the environment & nature. H.G Mor Coorilose, President of "Shlomo" (Ecological Commission of Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church) planted a sapling in the college premises as an initiative of SCMI's responsibility for protecting the nature.

Preparations for the Niranam Diocese Family Conference Progressing Well.

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Thiruvalla: Niranam Diocese is all set to organize it's first ever Family Conference on September 10, 2011. The Conference will be formally inaugurated by His Beatitude Aboon Mor Baselius Thomas 1, Catholicos of the East. The family retreat and counseling sessions will be led by Mor Philexnos Zacharias, Metropolitan of Malabrar diocese. Various Committees are working under the leadership of the diocesan Metropolitan Mor Coorilos Geevarghese and diocesan secretary, Fr. Mathew Philip. St. George Jacobite Syrian Cathedral, Kavumbhagam is hosting the Family Conference.

"Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam" National Camp will be held from 16th to 19th September 2011 at St. Thomas Church, Nerul, Navi Mumbai.

Jacobite Syrian Orthodox "Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam" National Camp will be held from 16th to 19th September 2011 at St. Thomas Church, Nerul, Navi Mumbai. Delegates from different Diocese from all over India will attend the Camp. A Reception committe has been formed and is working under the leadership of H.G. Kuriakose Mor Eusebios Metropolitan (Patron), Rev. Fr. Geevarghese Johnson (Chairman), Rev. Fr. Jacob Kocheril (Vice Chairman), Rev.Fr. Joseph Vazhayil (Gen. Convener), Mary Paulose (Secretary) for conducting the camp.

JSOYA, Kandanad Diocese Leadership Training Seminar at Kolenchery St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOC tomorrow.

KOLENCHERY: JSOYA, Kandanad Diocese Leadership Training Seminar at Kolenchery St. Peter's & St. Paul's JSOC tomorrow. H.G Dr. Mor Evanious Mathews will inaugurate the function. Rev. Fr. Varghese Edumali (Vicar of the church) will preside over the function. Rev. Fr. Jibu Kochuparambil will take the class. Diocean JSOYA secretary Sinol V Saju will deliver the vote of thanks. JSOYA representatives from all the churches in Kandanad Diocese will be participating.

MJSSA Mumbai Diocese one day Teacher's conference held.

MUMBAI: Sunday School Director Rev. Fr. Joseph Vazhayil inaugurated Malankara Jacobite Syrian Sunday School Association, Mumbai Diocese One Day Teacher's Conference held at St. Thomas Church, Nerul. Aby Samuel, Dr. Ajit Samuel, Sunday School Jt. Secretary Mathew Thomas, St. Thomas Congregation Treasurer P.P. Jimmy also were present. Teachers from all the sunday schoolls of the diocese participated.

Vaccation Bible School organized by St. George Jacobite Church, Leeds Concluded.

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LEEDS: The vacation bible school for the children in Leeds have received a wider appreciation from all the Christian denominations. Classes were conducted by the St. George Jacobite Church was a great succes, and it was the second time conducted by the church, which invited children from all Christian communities. Classes were helped the children to improve the importance of being a good Christian child ,while they live in a country which forget Jesus Christ and his great teachings, also classes were focused to give the children the importance to keep the family values and importance to obey their parents. Three day long classes started on the Thursday and finished on Saturday with the lunch feast (sneha virunnu). Vicar Fr. Peter Kuriakose appreciated all the Sunday School teachers who worked hard to made the event a huge success. Deacon Eldho Mathew, Binumon Vargheese and Sachria Chembakkottu, were given messages in each days .

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