Christmas Celebrations 2015 at Mar Baselios College of Nursing, Bhopal

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Christmas Celebrations 2015 at Mar Baselios College of Nursing, Bhopal

Mar Baselios College of Nursing celebrated Christmas on 19/12/15.

The guest for the day were Rt. Rev Msgr. Daniel Kuzhithadathil Corepiscopo, Director, Rev. Fr. John Wilson, Bursar, Prof. Daisy Thomas, Principal and  Rev.Sr. Sharon SIC, Principal of St. Thomas School, Bhopal.

The program began with a prayer song followed by lamp lighting by all the dignitaries. Ms. Kiran Elizabeth, student, B.Sc (N)III year welcomed all the guest, which was followed by the cutting of Christmas cake by Rt. Rev Msgr. Daniel Kuzhithadathil Corepiscopo, Director, Mar Baselios College of Nursing.

Many cultural programs were presented including skit on birth of Jesus, carols and group dance performances by B.Sc (N) students.

The message of the day was delivered by Rt. Rev Msgr. Daniel Kuzhithadathil Corepiscopo, Director; Mar Baselios College of Nursing focusing on the real meaning of Christmas is fulfilled when we celebrate it with the needy and unprivileged. He motivated everyone to share the joy of Christmas with the underprivileged. The main event of the day was the intergroup comedy skit competition.

The program concluded with the vote of thanks by Ms. Mary Veronica, student B.Sc Nursing II year.

Christmas Celebrations at Manasarovar Park, Delhi

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Christmas Celebrations at Manasarovar Park, Delhi

On 19 December 2015, the Prachodana Social Service Society (social service department of the Diocese of Gurgaon) arranged a Christmas gathering and celebration for the slum-dwelling children at Manasarovar Park, New Delhi. As part of the non-formal education program for these children, this celebration included brief cultural programs performed by the children from this place. Christmas carols were sung by the youth members from St. Mary’s Malankara Catholic Cathedral, Neb Sarai. H. E. Jacob Mar Barnabas conveyed his Christmas greetings and shared the Christmas cake to all the children and their family members. Mr. Raymond D’souza, a lay leader was the chief guest. Rt. Rev. Msgr. John Kochuthundil also gave the Christmas message. As part of the Christmas celebrations, winter clothes were distributed to the young children. Followed by noon meal for all those gathered. 58 children along with their parents and nearby residents also participated in the event.

Gathering of the Priest-Religious

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Gathering of the Priest-Religious

A gathering of the clergy and religious in the Major Archdiocese of Trivandrum was held on December 16, 2015, at Girideepam Convention Center, Nalanchira. The gathering was convened in connection with the birth centenary celebrations of Archbishop Benedict Mar Gregorios. In the first session that lasted for two hours Dr Babu Paul IAS gave a memorial speech on the great personality of Benedict Mar Gregorios stressing on the point that he was a man who lived the fullness of sanyasa life. His simple way of life, a natural, spontaneous outflow of finding his happiness in his Lord, was admired by all, Babu Paul said.

In the session that followed, Fr Joseph Plampani took a class on the very spirituality foundational to the life of the clergy and religious. Citing a variety of examples from real life experience and inspiring stories Fr. Plampani made every priest and the religious ponder hard over the real implications of the life separated for God.

There was a documentary presentation on the life of Archbishop Benedict Mar Gregorios. Afterwards His Beatitude addressed the gathering. In his speech His Beatitude emphasized on the urgency of forming an attitude that makes every person come together to work for the Kingdom of God. The gathering drew to a close with the holy adoration and blessing.

Diocesan Inauguration of the Year of Mercy

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Diocesan Inauguration of the Year of Mercy

Following the inauguration of the Year of Mercy by the Holy Father Pope Francis on 8 December 2015, this ecclesiastical year for mercy was inaugurated in the Diocese of Gurgaon by H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas on 13 December 2015. This was done through a liturgical ceremony which included the opening of the main door of the Cathedral of the Diocese (St. Mary’s Malankara Catholic Cathedral, Neb Sarai). The prayers for this liturgical service were prepared by Rev. Fr. Mathew Kalarikkalayil.

Indian citizens have the right to propagate religion, Cardinal Cleemis Baselios

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Indian citizens have the right to propagate religion, Cardinal Cleemis Baselios

Every Indian citizen has the right to live in his own motherland and to follow and propagate the religious faith he belongs to, Cardinal Mar Baselios Cleemis Catholicos has said.

Cardinal Cleemis was delivering the presidential address at the Archbishop Mar Benedict Mar Gregorios commemoration meet held under the auspices of the Pathanamthitta diocese of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church on Monday.

“India is the land of the Rishis of the yore who taught the world the noble message of universal brotherhood and peace. The broadminded outlook of India and its rich contributions to the world at large belonged to those who have deeply felt the Hindu culture and tradition,” said Cardinal Cleemis.

Benedict Mar Gregorios was a real symbol of Indian secularism. Mar Gregorios could whole heartedly accommodate the diverse Indian culture, firmly following the Christian faith and upholding the secular credentials of the country. Both believers and atheists supported him, the Cardinal said.

Revenue Minister Adoor Prakash inaugurated the commemoration meet and Jacob Punnose, former Director General of Police, delivered the keynote address.

K. Sivadasan Nair, MLA; Youhanon Mar Chrysostum, Pathanamthitta Bishop of the Malankara Catholic Church; Mon. Jose Chamakkalayil Corepiscopa, Mon. Joseph Antony, Vicar Generals; Thykkoottathil Zakeer, Fr Ignatius Thangalathil, and Fr Mathew Alummoottil, also spoke.

Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos will be the chief guest at the 15th anniversary celebrations of the Oman Syro Malankara Catholic Community

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Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos will be the chief guest at the 15th anniversary celebrations of the Oman Syro Malankara Catholic Community

Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos, the major archbishop and head of the Syro Malankara Catholic Church, will be the chief guest at the 15th anniversary celebrations of the Oman Syro Malankara Catholic Community.

The anniversary is scheduled to be celebrated from December 1 – 4, 2015.

The main functions are scheduled to be held on December 4 at the Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ruwi, Muscat.

Bishop Paul Hinder OFM Cap., the apostolic vicar of the Vicariate of Southern Arabia, is also expected to take part in the function as the guest of honour.

The function will start with a liturgical reception being given for the dignitaries at 2 pm followed by a Mass being held by Bishop Paul Hinder and Cardinal Cleemis, along with the priests in Oman.

After the Mass, the OSMCC 15th anniversary celebrations will be held in the Parish Hall, which will be followed by an entertainment programme by the members of the community.

Secretary to the Servant of God Arch Bishop Mar Ivanios, Rev. Fr Philip C. Pantholil called to eternal rest

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Secretary to the Servant of God Arch Bishop Mar Ivanios, Rev. Fr Philip C. Pantholil called to eternal rest

Rev. Fr Philip C. Pantholil (101), a senior priest of the Eparchy of Pathanamthitta of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, was called to eternal rest. The funeral ceremony will begin at 9.30am on Tuesday, 17th November, 2015 at home and thereafter at the St Patrick Church, Ayroor. The funeral ceremony will be officiated by His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos together with other Bishops of the Syro Malankara Catholic Church.

Fr. Pantholil served as the Secretary to the Servant of God Arch Bishop Mar Ivanios and Benedict Mar Gregorios, the Bursar for Mar Ivanios College and the Principal of the St John’s College Anchel.

He was awarded the Shreshta Guru award for the year 2014 on his 100th birthday by St John’s College for having served as it’s first Principal.

May God Reward him Eternal Rest.

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9th Prathinidhi Sangamam – UAE

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9th Prathinidhi Sangamam – UAE

The 9th UAE Malankara Catholic Community Prathinidhi Samelanam took place at St. Francis of Assissi Church, Jebal Ali on the 6th of November 2015. Representatives from all the Emirates reached St. Claire’s Hall by 0930 and the event began with prayer song by the Ras Al Khaimah choir followed by an inaugural meeting where Most Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thomas lead the inauguration proceedings by lighting the velak. Rev. Fr. Mathew Kandathil, Rev. Fr. Biju Payyampallil was also present on the stage along with the members of the UAE Central Committee. Representatives of the MCYM sang the Papal Anthem and the National Anthem of India to conclude the meeting.

 A short documentary film followed the meeting on Archbishop Benedict Mar Gregorios. The Sharjah Choir performed a group song, which then lead to the most awaited Seminar by Joseph Pithav. After the Seminar, lunch was served.

In the evening, Most Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thomas celebrated Holy Qurbono at the St. Mary’s Church Dubai. Rev. Fr. Alex Vachaparampil and the Dubai Malankara Catholic Community Chaplin Rev. Fr. Mathew Kandathil concelebrated the Holy Qurbono.

Three children from the Dubai Catholic Community received their First Holy Communion from Joseph Pithav. After the Holy Mass, 5 new boys of the community were blessed and welcomed to the Alter Service Ministry of the Dubai Catholic Community.

Mar Gregorios Day 2015 – Dubai, UAE

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Mar Gregorios Day 2015 – Dubai, UAE

The Dubai Malankara Catholic Community celebrated Mar Gregorios Day, its 13th Annual get together on the 29th of Oct from 07.00 pm. The evening began with an inaugural meeting lead by the UAE Malankara Catholic Community Chaplin, Rev. Fr. Mathew Kandathil. The inaguration was fullfilled by Rev. Fr. Alex Vachaparampil, the Malayalee Community Priest from St. Mary’s Church, Dubai.

 The meeting was followed by electrifying and synitilating visual treat, beautifully composed and performed by the children, youth and the adults of the Dubai Malankara Catholic Community. The event concluded with a lucky draw organised by the MCYM unit and dinner.

Synod to revitalise Indian Church: Cardinal Cleemis

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Synod to revitalise Indian Church: Cardinal Cleemis

Cardinal Baselios Cleemis Catholicos, the president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI),has said the recently concluded Synod on Family in Vatican will revitalise the Church in India.

Cardinal Cleemis, who took part in the synod, said on Oct. 26 that serious efforts would be made to strengthen the families under the Indian Church according to the publication of the ‘Apostolic Exhortation’ (official document) in view of the recommendations submitted to Pope Francis by the Bishops. He made this comment in his press briefing to the media just after the completion of the Synod in Vatican.

The Synod of Bishops on Family and Marriage in Rome concluded with a call from Pope Francis addressing members of the Church and of the wider society to work together to achieve this goal. The Pope invited those engaged in pastoral ministry to handle matters related to family with mercy and compassion, it said.

The Synod also discussed the pressures the families face due to abandonment of core values which knit the family life together in the society, it said.

On October 24, the Synod participants submitted a 49 page document with 94 propositions to Pope Francis after they had been voted by the official delegates. After evaluating each proposal, Pope Francis will publish an official document, which is known as the Post Apostolic Exhortation.

“One noteworthy element in the Synod was its openness to approach families with mercy and compassion since families are already struggling with various temptations,” it said.

There were 270 Bishops, 55 laymen and experts under the leadership of Pope gathered for three weeks in discussing the role of families in the Church and society, it said. As many as 12 representatives from the sister churches also participated in the Synod. Indian Church was represented by three Cardinals, eight Bishops besides three lay people.

The representatives from India talked about the style of family life existing in the country and the spiritual basis which sustains and nourishes the families, it said.

Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos, who is also president of Kerala Catholic Bishops’ Council, handed over an envelope to Pope Francis containing a special collection the Kerala Catholic Church took for the persecuted Christians of the Middle East, the release added.

Source: New Indian Express

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