Sister C. Tabitha SIC (80) of the Bethany Congregation, Bathery Province, Passes Away

Bathery, February 2, 2024 – The Bethany Congregation of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church mourns the loss of Sister C. Tabitha SIC, a revered member of the Bathery Province, who passed away today, February 2, 2024, at the age of 80. The religious community and faithful are deeply saddened by her departure, marking the end of a life dedicated to service and faith.

The mortal remains of Sister C. Tabitha were brought to the Moolankavu Convent Chapel at 2:30 PM today for the faithful to pay their last respects. The funeral services are scheduled to commence at 11:00 AM on February 3, 2024, at the same chapel, under the principal celebrancy of His Beatitude the Catholicos and in the presence of the Bishop of Bathery, His Excellency Joseph Mar Thomas.

Sister C. Tabitha SIC’s life was a testament to her unwavering commitment to God and her community. Her years with the Bethany Congregation were marked by devout service and an enduring dedication to the values of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church. Her loss is felt deeply by her fellow sisters, the clergy, and all who knew her.

As the community prepares to bid farewell to Sister C. Tabitha, her life’s work and spiritual journey continue to inspire those she leaves behind. The congregation and faithful gather in grief but also in gratitude for her contributions and the grace she brought into the lives of many.

Her legacy will be remembered in the hearts of the Bethany Congregation members and the wider church community. As her soul rests in peace, the prayers and thoughts of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church are with Sister C. Tabitha, commending her spirit to the eternal love and mercy of God.