Sister Leelamma Isaac Passes Away at 78
Sister Leelamma Isaac, a devout member of the Puliyoor Parish and a dedicated servant at the Adoration Chapel of St. Mary's Cathedral in Punnammood, Mavelikara, passed away on August 14, 2024, at the age of 78. Her life was marked by humble service and deep commitment to her faith...
Rev. Fr. John Kizhakkekara Appointed as First Resident Priest for the Syro Malankara Catholic Community in Perth
The Syro Malankara Catholic community in Perth is overjoyed to announce the formal appointment of Rev. Fr. John Kizhakkekara (Babu Achan) as their first resident priest. This appointment marks a major milestone for the community, providing long-awaited spiritual leadership and regular liturgical services.Fr. John Kizhakkekara brings a wealth of...
Faith in Unity: A Reflection on the 2024 MCYMNA Conference
The 2024 Malankara Catholic Youth Movement of North America (MCYMNA) Conference, held from August 1 to 4 in Austin, Texas, was a spirited gathering that brought together young people from across North America to celebrate faith, community, and culture. The weekend unfolded as a tapestry of prayer, fellowship, and...
Mar Ivanios College Secures A++ in NAAC Accreditation: A Symbol of Excellence in Kerala’s Academic Landscape
Mar Ivanios College (Autonomous) continues its upward trajectory of academic distinction by securing an A++ grade in its fifth cycle of NAAC Accreditation, with an impressive 3.56 CGPA. The institution, affiliated with the University of Kerala, has now earned the distinction of being the first autonomous college under the...
Year of the Word Training for Nuns Commences at Bethany Convent
As part of the centenary celebrations of the Syro Malankara Catholic Church, the Year of the Word resource team initiated a special training programme for nuns. The training began on August 2, 2024, at the Bethany Convent in Nalanchira, Thiruvananthapuram. This programme aims to deepen the spiritual engagement of...
Sister Pavana D.M. Passes Away at 72
Sister Pavana D.M., a beloved member of the Daughters of Mary Congregation, St. Joseph's Province, Marthandam, passed away on August 1, 2024, at the age of 72. Her life of dedicated service and prayer touched the hearts of many in the community.The funeral services were held on August 2,...
Inauguration of KCSL Action Plans and Animators’ Gathering Held at Pattom Pastoral Centre
The Kerala Catholic Students League (KCSL) of the Thiruvananthapuram Major Archdiocese held a momentous event at the Pattom Samannwaya Pastoral Centre, where the 2024 Action Plans were inaugurated, and the Animators' Gathering was organised. His Beatitude Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos presided over the inauguration ceremony, officially launching the year’s...
Clergy Training for the Year of the Word Begins as Part of Centenary Celebrations
The Syro Malankara Catholic Church inaugurated a special clergy training programme as part of its Year of the Word initiative, a key event in the Church’s ongoing centenary celebrations. The training was held from July 30 to August 1, 2024, at the Catholicate Centre in Pattom, Kerala, the headquarters...
‘Karuthal’ Project Inaugurated by His Excellency Samuel Mor Irenios at Kadampanad St. Thomas Higher Secondary School
The 'Karuthal' project, organised by the National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of Kadampanad St. Thomas Higher Secondary School, was officially inaugurated by His Excellency Most Rev. Dr. Samuel Mor Irenios, Bishop of the Pathanamthitta Diocese of the Syro Malankara Catholic Church. The project is aimed at fostering social responsibility...
Vatican Delegation Visits Malankara Syrian Catholic Church Headquarters to Strengthen Ecumenical Dialogue
A visit by representatives of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity took place at the headquarters of the Malankara Syrian Catholic Church in Thiruvananthapuram on July 26-27, 2024. The delegation, comprising 11 members, was warmly received by His Beatitude Baselios Cardinal Cleemis, the Catholicos and Major Archbishop of...
