29th Anniversary of the Passing of Archbishop Benedict Mar Gregorios Celebrated

The 29th anniversary of the passing of the second Metropolitan Archbishop of the Syro Malankara Catholic Church, Benedict Mar Gregorios, was celebrated in a befitting manner on October 10, 2023.

On October 9, Monday, at 4:30 p.m., a peace march was organized by the MCA from the St. Ivanios Chapel in Nalanchira to the St. Mary’s Major Archiepiscopal Cathedral in Pattom. This was followed by an evening prayer and incense offering at the tomb.

On the anniversary day, October 10, at 6:20 a.m., morning prayers, Holy Eucharist, and incense offering at the tomb were held. His Grace Joshua Mar Ignatius Metropolitan presided over the Holy Eucharist. His Grace Joseph Mar Thomas Metropolitan delivered the memorial message. His Grace Yoohanon Mar Chrysostom Metropolitan, His Grace Samuel Mar Irenios Metropolitan, His Grace Mathew Mar Polycarpos Bishop, and other respected priests concelebrated. Respected sisters, seminarians, and laypeople were present.

In his memorial message, His Grace Joseph Mar Thomas Metropolitan spoke about the life and legacy of Benedict Mar Gregorios. He said that Mar Gregorios was a visionary leader who guided the Syro Malankara Catholic Church through a period of great change and transition. He was also a gifted theologian and writer who made significant contributions to the life of the church.

The anniversary celebration was a time to remember and honor the legacy of Benedict Mar Gregorios. He is remembered as a great leader, theologian, and writer who made a lasting impact on the Syro Malankara Catholic Church.