The 18th Ormaperunnal (Commemoration Feast) of His Beatitude Moran Mor Cyril Baselios Catholicos, the first Major Archbishop-Catholicos of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, was solemnly observed on 17th and 18th January 2025 at St. Mary’s Major Archieparchial Cathedral, Pattom, Trivandrum.
The commemorative services began on 17th January with the evening prayer followed by the incense prayer at the tomb of His Beatitude. The faithful gathered in prayerful remembrance of the visionary leader who guided the Church with wisdom and compassion.
On the feast day, 18th January, the Holy Qurbono was celebrated with reverence under the chief celebrancy of His Excellency Most Rev. Dr. Joshua Mor Ignathios, Bishop of the Eparchy of Mavelikara. The incense prayer at the tomb followed the liturgical celebrations. A host of esteemed clergy, including Archbishops, Rambans, Cor-Episcopos, and priests, joined as co-celebrants in this solemn occasion.
The commemoration was marked by the faithful’s heartfelt prayers and devotion, reflecting the enduring love and respect for His Beatitude Moran Mor Cyril Baselios Catholicos, whose life and legacy continue to inspire the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church.
