Calgary Malankara Catholic Mission

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Calgary Malankara Catholic Mission

A new mission for the Syro-Malankara Catholic faithful living in and around Calgary in Canada was inaugurated on August 29, 2015 by His Excellency the Most Rev. Thomas Mar Eusebius. His Excellency celebrated the Holy Mass for our community in Calgary at the St. Joseph’s Church. After the Holy Mass, His Excellency officially inaugurated the mission, naming it, ‘St. Jude Syro-Malankara Catholic Mission of Calgary’. Rev. Fr. John Kuriakose has been appointed the Vicar of this mission. The Syro-Malankara Catholic community in Edmonton along with their Vicar Rev. Fr. Thomas Puthuparambil participated in the Holy Mass and in the inauguration ceremony. Other priests present on the occasion were Rev. Fr. Saju (Syro-Malabar Mission, Calgary), Rev. Fr. Thomas Vadassery OSB, Rev. Fr. Reji OFM, Rev. Fr. Joseph, etc.. Rev. Fr. John Kuriakose has served the St. Mary’s Malankara Catholic Mission of Toronto for almost 6 years.

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Rev. Sr Euginia SIC is Called to Eternal Rest

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Rev. Sr Euginia SIC is Called to Eternal Rest

Rev. Sr Eugenia SIC, a member of the Sisters of the Imitation of Christ, Thiruvananthapuram Province, was called to eternal reward on Tuesday 18, August, 2015. She was 77 years old. Funeral service was held on Wednesday, 19, August, 2015 at Provincial House chapel Thiruvananthapuram. His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos officiated the service. Her mortal remains buried at the tomb of Cemetery of Bethany Provincial House, Trivandrum. She belongs to Malancharuvil family at Ullannur, Pathanamthitta. Cyril Baselios Catholicos of Happy Memory, late Fr George Malancharuvil, late Fr Mathai Malancharuvil, late Sr Helena SIC, late Mr. Abraham Malancharuvil, Rev. Sr. Berchumans SIC, Rev. Sr Felicia SIC, Sri. Joseph Mathew, Malancharuvil, USA and Sri. John Mathai IAS are her siblings. She served as the teacher in various Schools, such as, Nalanchira, Kayamkulam, Nangiarkulam, Chengannur, Aruviyodu and Kundara. She also served as the administrator of Infant Jesus central school, Kuravankonam. May her soul rest in peace!

The first phase of housing scheme comes to an end & Girideepam Convention Center inaugurated

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The first phase of housing scheme comes to an end & Girideepam Convention Center inaugurated

Inspired by the love of God and envisioned with one of the greatest objectives, the Major Archbishop –Catholicos Silver Jubilee Housing Scheme came to the end of its first phase with the gathering of 502 families in the newly constructed Girideepam Convention Center, on July 28, 2015.

The newly constructed Girideepam Convention Center at Nalanchira was blessed and inaugurated by His Beatitude Baselios Cardinal Cleemis, in the presence of a large gathering of the clergy, religious and faithful. His Beatitude was the main celebrant and with him Bishop Samuel Mar Irenios was the concelebrant. After the ceremonial blessing the inaugural session commenced with the lighting of the lamp by His Beatitude Baselios Cardinal Cleemis.
Bishop Samuel Mar Irenios formally welcomed the gathering and it was followed by His Beatitude’s recognition of indebtedness to all for the help in the form of prayers and financial assistance.

The meeting drew to a close with Sri John Mathai(IAS Retd.), the secretary of the Major Archdiocesan Pastoral Council, offering a vote of thanks to all.

In the auspicious occasion where the clergy, religious and faithful gathered, His Beatitude Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Major Archbishop-Catholicos handed over the keys of the completed houses to the beneficiaries.

Cardinal Cleemis meets opposition MPs over saffronisation of education

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Cardinal Cleemis meets opposition MPs over saffronisation of education

Cardinal Baselios Mar Cleemis, president of the Catholic Bishops Conference of India met leaders of several political parties in Delhi on Thursday, expressing concerns regarding the “saffronisation of education”.

He also pointed out that none of the 35,000 Christian institutions in the country had so far been consulted on the National Education Policy.

The Human Resource Development Ministry has invited online suggestions on the new education policy. It is also holding over 2.75 lakh direct consultations at the grassroots level.

The Cardinal’s meeting also saw discussions on recent statements by some leaders. These included the recent statement of VHP patron Ashok Singhal in which he said India would become a Hindu Rashtra by 2020.

Also on the agenda was the RSS demand that the “minority” character of an institution should be determined by the composition of its students and not the religion of its administrators.

Among the leaders present were Congress’s Oscar Fernandes, TMC’s Derek O’Brien and AIADMK’s Ravi Bernard.

Eparchy of Puttur girl to play basketball at Special Olympics in Los Angeles

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Eparchy of Puttur girl to play basketball at Special Olympics in Los Angeles

Mangaluru: Rebeka, a 16-year-old student of the Bethany Jeevan Jyothi Special School, Mardala in Puttur Taluk has been selected to participate in the basketball event to be held at Los Angeles from July 25 to August 2.

Speaking to Bangalore Mir-ror, Fr Antony, director of the school said, “Rebeka has been with the institute since 2007. She has participated not just in sports, but in various extracurricular activities including a state level dance competition. She is the daughter of Siji and Rosamma – both coolie workers. Since 2011, she has been participating in basketball competitions. Despite being mentally challenged, she is good in extracurricular activities.”

He added that she and the school was very excited about her participation. “She is the first student from our school at the international level. In the past, we have only made it to the national competitions,” he said.

 

Source: Bangalore Mirror

Mar Ivanios Day Celebrations – Across the globe, 2015

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Mar Ivanios Day Celebrations – Across the globe, 2015

India – Thiruvananthapuram

An unprecedented 20,000 people concluded a five-day “walking pilgrimage” to remember Servant of God Mar Ivanios.

“He is father of our Church. It is part of the Eastern spiritual practice to walk in pilgrimage to the tomb of our fathers,” said Father Thomas Kayyalackal, chief organizer of the pilgrimage that ended July 15 in southern Indian Kerala state.

When the pilgrimage started 37 years ago less than 20 people participated but now the numbers have increased phenomenally, said Father Kayyalackal.

Cardinal Baselios Cleemis, head of the Church, led the 130 kilometers walk from Mar Ivanios’ birthplace to his tomb.

Mar Ivanios “always worked for religious and spiritual harmony,” he said.

Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson, president of Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace was chief guest for this year’s programs. In his address, he described Mar Ivanios as the “modern Moses who led his faithful to the promise land.”

Less than 10 people joined Mar Ivanios when he came to Catholic fold, but the Church today has some 500,000 Catholics in eight dioceses and two archdioceses.

USA

The 62nd anniversary of the heavenly journey of the Servant of God Mar Ivanios was celebrated by the Exarchate on Sunday, July 12, 2015. The celebration was started with the morning prayers at the St. Vincent de Paul Malankara Catholic Cathedral, followed by concelebrated Holy Qurbono. His Excellency the Most Rev. Dr. Thomas Mar Eusebius presided over the liturgical celebration. Rev. Dr. Paul Thelakkat gave the homily. Very Rev. Fr. Augustine Mangalath, Rev. Fr. Sathyan O.I.C, Rev. Fr. Abraham Lukose, Rev. Dr. Sunny Mathew, Rev. Fr. Rev. Fr. Francis Assisi and Rev. Fr. Michael Edathil were concelebrants. After the Holy Qurbono, special prayers were offered for Mar Ivanios. Rev. Fr. Francis Assisi OIC delivered the commemoration speech in honor of the Servant of God. The celebration was concluded with agape. Around 500 people participated in the celebration.

UAE – Sharjah

Sharjah Malankara Catholic Community celebrated Feast of Commemoration of the servant of God Mar Ivanios on 10th of July 2015 at 11am at St. Micheal’s Church, Sharjah. The Padayathra was lead by the MCYM members. A total of 600 Malankara members were present during the Padayatra followed by the Holy Mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Mathew Kandathil.

UAE – Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Malankara Catholic Community celebrated Feast of Commemoration of the servant of God Mar Ivanios on 9th of July 2015 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Abu Dhabi. The Padayathra was lead by the MCYM members. The Malankara members of the Abu Dhabi emirate participated in the Padayatra followed by the Holy Mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Mathew Kandathil.

Mar Ivanios is Moses of Modern Era: Cardinal Peter Turkson

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Mar Ivanios is Moses of Modern Era: Cardinal Peter Turkson

Cardinal Peter Turkson, president of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, Vatican, has described Geevarghese Mar Ivanios as the Moses of modern times.

Turkson was addressing the gathering at the commemoration ceremony of the Sevant of God Mar Ivanios. The chief guest at the occasion, Turkson said that akin to Moses leading his people to the Promised Land, Mar Ivanios led the people of his church to the fold of the Universal Church and laid the foundation for building a strong Christian community.

In every age, unique personalities like that of Mar Ivanios are sent by God to give direction to his people and to strengthen their faith, Cardinal Turkson, who hails from Ghana, said. He set an example with his unwavering faith in God. It was through this faith that he attracted communities, said Turkson, who also participated in the procession held prior to the public meeting.

Thousands of faithful Chrisitans visited the tomb of Mar Ivanios at the St Mary’s Cathedral, Pattom, and paid their tributes. Cardinal Baselios Cleemis, Major Archbishop of the Syro Malankara Catholic Church, led the Holy Ceremonies.

Archbishop Thomas Mar Koorilos, Geevarghese Mar Divannasios, Yuhannon Mar Chrysostom, Joshua Mar Ignathios, Abraham Mar Julios, Joseph Mar Thomas, Vincent Mar Poulose, Jacob Mar Barnabas, Thomas Mar Antonios, Samuel Mar Irenius and Philipose Mar Stephanos were also present.

Grand Finale to a Grand Event – Eckara 2015 UAE

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Grand Finale to a Grand Event – Eckara 2015 UAE

The Vacation Bible Class for the children of the Dubai Malankara Catholic Community came to its conclusion on the 14th of July after five glorious Spiritually enriching and fun filled days.

A detailed explanation of the Eckara 2015 in the words of Master Tony Paul (an Eckara participant) who was one of the speakers at the closing ceremony follows.

“Each day has been a learning experience for me. On the first day we were given a talk by Dr. Anthony, he spoke on the topic creation versus evolution. He came to the conclusion that creation and evolution was the same thing by giving valuable evidence. His class was intriguing and informative at the same time. On the second day Dr. Josephine took a class on sexuality in Christianity. She explained the various consequences we could face if we fell towards sin. The third and fourth days sir George Mathew took classes on the history, various parts and meaning of the holy Qurbona. On the fifth day Mr. Cherian held an informative bible quiz which helped us gain knowledge about the bible. We were given a chance to express our talents in the form of a mime. We were divided into 3 groups and had to express a bible parable in the form of a mime. At the end of each day Mr. Philip brainstormed our brain with the help of math puzzles. The vbc has managed to combine fun, education and religion at the same time.

I would also like to thank the yoga specialists for improving my sense of health and teaching us the importance of yoga. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for food and drinks. I couldn’t have survived without you. In a short span of time vbc managed to cover aspects ranging from bible to Christian history to science to health to even art. We even had a short action song class led by Silvi ma’am to keep us entertained. Overall the first edition of vbc was a huge hit. We have changed, Physically, spiritually and mentally. Eckara was the name given for the vbc. It is the Hebrew word for foundation. The vbc has created a foundation of faith in the young kids as well as us teenagers, thus staying true to its name.

I would like to thank our Headmistress Mrs. Thresiamma Varghese and our secretary Mrs. Ancy Phillip for giving me this opportunity. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude towards all the organizers, committee members, teachers and all the people who worked for vbc 2015. Last but not the least a very big thank you towards our spiritual director Fr. Mathew Kandathil.”

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Malankara Catholic Bible Convention – USA 2015

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Malankara Catholic Bible Convention – USA 2015

The Malankara Catholic Bible Convention of 2015 was held on 10, 11 and 12 July, 2015 at the St. Vincent de Paul Malankara Catholic Cathedral, Elmont, New York. Rev. Dr. Paul Thelakkat from the Archdiocese of Ernakulam was the preacher. The convention started every day with the celebration of the Holy Eucharist in the morning and concluded with the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at 5.00 pm. A good number of our faithful from our Cathedral Parish, our parishes in New Rochelle, Rockland County, New Jersey and from the neighboring parishes participated in the convention. Mr. Shine gave leadership to the choir. The parish committee of the Cathedral was responsible with the arrangements of the convention.

Sacerdotal Silver Jubilee Celebration of Rev. Dr. Geroge Oonnoonny and Rev. Dr.Gigi Philip

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Sacerdotal Silver Jubilee Celebration of Rev. Dr. Geroge Oonnoonny and Rev. Dr.Gigi Philip

The Sacerdotal Silver Jubilee of two Malankara Catholic priests in North America, namely, Rev. Dr. Geroge Oonnoonny and Rev. Dr.Gigi Philip was celebrated on July 11 under the auspices of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Exarchate. The Jubilarians celebrated the Holy Mass at 11.00 am at the St. Vincent de Paul Cathedral Church. His Excellency the Most Rev. Dr. Thomas Mar Eusebius preached the homily during the Mass. After the celebration of the Holy Mass, the Jubilarians were felicitated by Rt. Rev. Msgr. Peter Kochery and Mr. George James, representing respectively the priests/religious and the lay faithful of the Exarchate. Mr. John P. Varghese, Secretary of the Exarchail Pastoral Council was the MC. The Jubilarians spoke in reply. The celebrations was concluded with a common lunch. Rev. George Oonnonny serves as Pastor in two parishes in the Archdiocese of New York and also in the Archdiocesan Tribunal. Rev. Gigi Philip is the Vicar of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Mission in Toronto and the Priest Co-ordinator of the Syro-Malankara Catholic communities in Canada. Besides, he also serves as the Pastor in a parish in the Archdiocese of Toronto.

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