Malankara Catholic Church Commemorates the 17th Memorial of Moran Mor Cyril Baselios Catholicos

Pattom, Trivandrum: The Syro Malankara Catholic Church solemnly observed the 17th memorial of Moran Mor Cyril Baselios Catholicos, its first Major Archbishop and Catholicos, on January 18, 2024, at Pattom St. Mary’s Major Archepiscopal Cathedral. The commemoration began on January 17 with an evening prayer and continued with a special incense prayer at the tomb.

On the memorial day, January 18, the faithful gathered for morning prayers at 6:30 AM, followed by the Holy Mass and incense prayer at the tomb. The ceremonies were led by His Excellency Joshua Mar Ignathios, the Metropolitan, who also presided over the main celebration. His Excellency Samuel Mar Irenios, Metropolitan, delivered a poignant remembrance message during the service.

Several other dignitaries, including His Excellency Yoohanon Mar Theodosius, His Excellency Yoohanon Mar Chrisostom, His Excellency Mathews Mar Polycarpos, and His Excellency Antony Mar Silvanos, attended the commemoration. The event was also graced by the presence of the newly appointed Metropolitan for the Pune-Kadki St. Ephrem Eparchy, the Venerable Mathai Kadavil Ramban, along with esteemed priests and religious sisters. Faithful from various parishes, seminarians, and laypeople participated in the commemorative events.

The memorial served as a profound occasion to honor the legacy of Moran Mor Cyril Baselios Catholicos, who played a pivotal role in the spiritual and organizational growth of the Malankara Syrian Catholic Church. His contributions to the church’s development and his commitment to nurturing its faith and traditions were remembered and celebrated by the community.

The event at Pattom St. Mary’s Major Archepiscopal Cathedral not only reflected on the past achievements of the late Catholicos but also reinforced the unity and faith of the Malankara Syrian Catholic Church as it continues to thrive and make significant contributions to the Christian community at large.