FROM THE VICAR’S DESK
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Transcript of FROM THE VICAR’S DESK
Dearly beloved in Christ,
“For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwell in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well” ( 2 Timothy 1:5)
Lois, the grandmother, and Eunice, the mother of Timothy are two women whose names are mentioned in the Bible only once. They were very ordinary women. But their names are remembered even now. Their sincere faith, love of the Holy Scriptures and influence in Timothy’s spiritual life created a great impression on Apostle Paul. Timothy was walking in a fine heritage of faith and discipline which he received from his home. These two women helped Timo-thy to love the scripture. They were convinced of the power of God’s word and the influence of it on human life.
Paul reminds him of his family tradition. The origin of Paul’s friendship to Timothy is seen in Acts 16: 1-2 “Paul came also to Derbe and to Lystra. A disciple was there, named Timothy, the son of a Jewish woman who was a believer, but his father was a Greek. He was well spoken of by the brothers at Lystra and Iconium.” Timothy became Paul’s favorite co-worker and compan-ion. Paul instructs him “But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work.”(2 Timothy 3; 14-17) These are all indications to us that these godly women had trained him up in the way he should go. The influence of mothers and grandmothers in the life of a child is very well seen in Timothy’s life. A fine parentage is one of the greatest gifts a person can have and should be thankful for it.
The link of faith from Lois to Eunice, to Timothy, did not stop there. Through Timothy, many other people would come to the same faith and would be stimulated to preach the Gospel. Eunice and Lois did not know the great plans God had for Timothy. God in-
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tends for mothers and grandmothers to teach their children and grandchildren God’s word that would bring them to faith. This vision of our mothers led to the formation of Sevikasangham. Let us remember their self-sacrificing efforts in passing the torch of faith to generations. Let us surrender ourselves to follow their footsteps.
May God bless us all,
With love and prayers,
Sajit Achen
The Vicar is Just a Call Away
A visit from the Vicar can be scheduled at any time according to the time and convenience of the people in need.
Special prayers can be organized during birthdays, wedding anniversaries and any other important family events.
The Vicar can also be met in person at the parsonage or at the Church.
The Vicar will also be available for a cup of tea to discuss struggles in your life.
Even if there is nothing special happening in your life, you could invite the Vicar home for a prayer and a chat on just how life is moving on.
You could schedule an appointment either by calling the Vicar, text or e-mail.
Phone: 516-208-3523 Home 516-589-1606 Cell and email:[email protected]
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Dearly beloved in Christ,
September is a special month for many of us. Every first Monday of the month, we celebrate Labor Day. Labor Day is a time in where we recognize the work force in America and their contribu-tion for our country. As God’s creation placed on this world to do work, we should know our responsibility to dedicate all that we are for God in the abilities God has blessed us with. We are all bles-sed equally but uniquely. God made us all unique in fulfilling His divine purpose for us. It comes to us to understand what makes us unique and how we can submit our unique selves for the glory of God. Proverbs 16:3 says “Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” As we exist in this world, how much are we willing to give our best for God in our existence on earth? God gave His all for us. We should also give all that we have for God. It does not mean to be perfect, but to be the best ‘me’ that I can be. Let us remember the hard work of all Ameri-cans throughout history till date. Our country is blessed by the contribution of hard work. Let us use this Labor Day to thank God for His wonderful providence and move forward and continue to strive.
The first Sunday of September our lectionary is commemorating as Education Sunday. The theme is focused on teachers and that they should be filled with divine wisdom. James 3 speaks on wis-dom from above and below. All can get wisdom. But the wisdom that we get from above, filled with selflessness, love and compas-sion brings forth harmony for humanity. As we teach the growing generation we should seek God for wisdom, to bring up humanity, and not just to acquire knowledge that only brings up the self and tries to put ‘I’ on the pedestal. Let us pray for our teachers to teach to sharpen one another, hoping for the next generation to strive to be the best they can be for God.
Happy September to one and all. God bless.
Much love,
Jess Achen
YOUTH CHAPLAIN’S CORNER
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SECRETARY’S CORNER
Begin the day with Hope - Psalm 3
I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the LORD sustains me. I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side. (Psalm 3:5-6)
Do you ever awaken in the morning to discover feelings of dark clouds in your mind? If so, you know that dark thoughts can overwhelm us very quickly.
If anyone had reason to feel like that, it was David when he wrote Paslm 3. He and a small group of followers had been driven from the palace of Jerusalem because of a rebellion by his son Absalom. They spent the first two nights at the shore of Jordan river with the problem still unresolved. Even so, David was able to lie down and go to sleep. When he woke up in the morning the thought of the dark cloud came into his minds but he didn’t think it too long. Instead he look upward God, backwards in gratitude for His mercies, and forward in expectation of His mighty deliverence. David could enter the day with new hope.
Some mornings we do wake up to a very difficult day. When this happens, we can either go into despair or follow the example of King David.
Faith, gratitude and expectation will enable us to face the most difficult day with strong confidence in God.
Quote - “If the best things are not possible, make the best of things that are possible”
Kurien Thomas (Mony) Secretary
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LIMTC SONG BOOK
The song book is under printing and will be available by Sunday, September 22nd, 2019.
On behalf of the Parish I want to thank Mr. Stanly Thomas, Mr. Yohannan Jacob, Mr. Mammen Samuel, Mr. Samuel Chacko and Mr. Kurien Thomas for taking the efforts and putting this together.
FUNERAL SERVICE BOOKLET
A funeral service booklet is also under printing for the Church and will be published by the 22nd of September along with the LIMTC Song Book.
The project team includes the Vicar, Mr. Stanly Thomas, Mr. George P. Babu and Mr. Kurien Thomas. A big thank you to the Project team for their efforts and publishing this.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sunday school General Assembly begins at 9:00 AM.
The New Sunday School Year classes starts on September 8, 2019.
Little and Junior Blessings will begin on Sunday September 22nd at 9:00 AM.
PRAISE AND WORSHIP
Begins at 9:30 AM on all Sundays
DIVINE SERVICE
Divine Service in English will begin on Sunday, September 22nd at 9:20 AM.
NEWS AND EVENTS
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INTERCESSORY PRAYER
There will be no intercessory prayer in Malayalam in the month of September 2019. YOUTH FELLOWSHIP
Meeting will be announced at the Church.
LIMC Youth Fellowship will be participating in the NYC Rescue Missions on Saturday September 28th as part of the monthly NERYF missions. This gives us the chance to help out in the community and inspire others as well. We are obligated to bring about 10-12 people to help at the rescue center so please contact Marybeth Babu or Jerin Chacko if you are interested in serving.
Date: Saturday September 28th Time: 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM Location: Bowery - 227 Bowery, New York, NY 10002
YOUNG FAMILY FELLOWSHIP
Monthly meeting will be held every 3rd Sunday immediately after the Holy Communion Service at the upstairs class room.
YFF COOK BOOK
Also a reminder to please give your recipes to Blessy Mathew for the cook book. Thank you to all who have submitted so far. We appreciate all members participation towards the cook book. Please either send your recipe details via email to [email protected] or hand deliver the recipe details to any of these members: Blessy Mathew, Ryan Jacob, Anil Thomas, or Leena Mathew.”
CHOIR
MALAYALAM AND ENGLISH CHOIR PRACTICES WILL BE HELD EITHER BEFORE OR AFTER THE HOLY COMMUNION SERVICE ON ALL SUNDAYS.
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YUVAJANA SAKHYAM
Meeting will be scheduled later and will be announced in the church.
WORDS OF WISDOM
Under the leadership of Rt. Rev. Dr. Isaac Mar Philoxenos, this program is arranged by the Mar Thoma Yuvajana Sakhyam, North East Region.
Those parents who wants to participate in this program, please contact the Yuvajana Sakhyam Regional President, Rev. K. I. Jose at 516-234-2657 or Mr. Rinu Varughese at 917-446-4355.
SEVIKA SANGHOM
Sevika Sangham day will be observed on Sunday, September 8th 2019 .
Weekly Bible study will be held on every Tuesday at 10.00 AM at the church.
Monthly meeting is scheduled to be held on Saturday, September 21st 2019 at 10.00 am at the church.
XIX Diocesan Sevika Sangham Conference is scheduled to be held on October 10-13, 2019. Hosted by Trinity Mar Thoma Church of Houston, Texas .
Regional Sevika Sangham Kalamela (talent competition) of North East Region is scheduled to be held on Saturday, October 26th, 2019 at Epiphany Marthoma Church, Ozone Park, NY.
Details of guidelines for Bible Quiz and group songs, and selection of songs etc. are available with the secretary. Members who are interested to participate, please contact the secretary , before the 3rd week of September, so as to meet the deadline for Registration.
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EDAVAKA MISSION
Weekly bible study classes will be held every Thursdays at 7:30 PM at the Church.
A fellowship meeting of the Mar Thoma Voluntary Evangelists’ Association, North East Center A is scheduled to be held on Friday, September 6th, 2019 at St. John’s Mar Thoma Church, 90-37, 213th Street, Queens Village, NY 11428 at 7:00 PM
SENIOR FELLOWSHIP
THE SENIOR FELLOWSHIP MEETING WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH, AT 7:00 PM AT THE CHURCH.
NEW MEMBERSHIP
Mr. & Mrs. George K. John (Santhosh and Lija), residing at 7 Milburn Street, Hicksville, NY 11801, have joined our Parish as new members. They were members of The Mar Thoma Parish, Sharjah, U. A. E. Their son Noel George is already a member of this Parish.
The LIMTC welcome the new members to our Parish and Fellow-ship.
All their respective information were added to birthdays, wedding anniversaries, one call, and extended parish directory.
BAPTISM
The following baptism took place in our Church last month:-
Ariya Viny Sam, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Shelvin S. Sam, residing at 151 North, 12th Street, New Hyde Park, NY 11040, Prayer Group - C, was baptized on Saturday, August 4th, 2019 and was added to our membership.
James Chacko Matthews, daughter of Dr. & Mrs. Dennis Matthews, residing at 3622 Martha Blvd., Bethpage, NY 11714,
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Prayer Group - D, was baptized on Saturday, August 117th, 2019 and was added to our membership.
The LIMTC welcome Ariya and James to the Parish and fellow-ship.
CHANGE OF RESIDENCE AND ADDRESS
Please inform the Vicar, Secretary and Trustees any change of address and Prayer Group as soon as possible in writing via email or text message. Unless and until this is not received in writing, none of your information will change from the old address.
LIMTC GOOD SAMARITAN OUTREACH MINISTRY
A meeting will be scheduled shortly to review and evaluate needs and support to the members.
THANKS
The Vicar and members of the Parish express their sincere thanks to Area Representative Mr. Thomas David and members of Prayer Group – A for their assistance at the pulpit and arranging flowers and providing refreshments during the month of August 2019.
During the month of September 2019, the above responsibilities are assigned to Area Reprsentative Mr. Joseph Thomas and members of Prayer Group - B.
CONDOLENCES
Mr. Zachariah Thomas, 53 years old was called to Eternity on Sunday, July 28th, 2019 at 8:40 PM in Deer Park, New York.
Late Mr. Zachariah Thomas is the brother of our member Mrs. Su-san Isaac, wife of Mr. Isaac Oonnoony, residing at 3403 Great Neck Road, Amityville, NY - Prayer Group - E (Eastern Long Island).
The LIMTC express our heartfelt condolences to the grieving 9
family members and extended family members at this difficult time.
Please continue to uphold the bereaved family members in your prayers.
AREA PRAYER MEETINGS
PULPIT ASSISTANCE AND REFRESHMENTS
FIRST COMMUNION
A date is yet to be finalized and as soon as we have a confirmed date, we will announce in the Church and publish it in the news-letter.
PARSONAGE CONSTRUCTION / DONATION
The Parsonage Construction is in its final stage and is nearing completion, we would like to remind that the contribution set by the General Body for each family is $250.00. We thank and appreciate those who have already contributed the minimum and also the members who have contributed higher amounts.
Sunday Sept. 1st 6:30 PM
Mr. & Mrs. Chacko Mathew451 Horton HighwayWilliston Park, NY 11596
Prayer Group - G
Saturday Sept. 7th 6:30 PM
Mr. & Mrs. Varghese Thomas864 Bauer StreetElmont, NY 11003
Prayer Group - B
September 2019 Prayer Group - B Mr. Joseph Thomas
October 2019 Prayer Group - C Mr. John Chacko
November 2019 Prayer Group - D Mr. Mammen Samuel
December 2019 Prayer Group - E Mr. Lijo T. Chacko
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Those who are yet to do this, please bring your checks and hand these to the Trustees as soon as possible.
Those of you who promised and plan to donate anything to the new Parsonage, please feel free to contact any of the Office Bearers or the Convener Dr. Joseph Mattackal at your earliest convenience.
On behalf of the Parish I sincerely thank and appreciate all the help and support on this project.
BUILDING FUND PLEDGE COLLECTION
Building fund pledge is a commitment when you join as a new member to the Parish and is to be paid in full. The older generation and Seniors of this Parish have made this commitment and have paid more than what they are required to do. We, as a Parish expect this from all members to pay their dues in instal-ments or whatever easy way they can afford to do this.
As we are undertaking various Capital Improvements, we request each of you to please contribute and do your best in the coming months. The office bearers will be calling / visiting your homes to collect these funds in the coming months.
If you have any questions, concerns, please do not hesitate to contact any one of us.
2019 PARISH AND YOUTH FELLOWSHIP RETREAT, MONTROSE, PA
The Parish Retreat took place from Thursday, August 8th through Sunday, August 11th, 2019 at Montrose Bible Conference, Montrose, PA.
110 members and 5 children attended this year’s family retreat. Rev. K. I. Jose was the main speaker for this event and this year’s theme was;
Christian Family - Link to the past and bridge to the Future, taken from Deutronomy 6:1-12
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On behalf of the Parish, I want to thank the following:-
The 2019 Parish retreat team, leaders Rev. K. I. Jose, Vicar, Salem Mar Thoma Church, Dix Hills, New York, Rev. Jess Mathew George, Youth Chaplain, North East Region and Mr. Jebin Yohannan, member, St. Andrews Mar Thoma Church, New York.
Mrs. Susy George, Mr. Samuel Chacko, Mr. Chacko Mathew, Mr. Daniel Gee Varghese and Mrs. Sosamma Abraham - for leading songs and worship services.
Mr. Mathew K. Thomas, Mr. Thomas P. Daniel, Mr. Yohannan Jacob, Mr. Varghese C. Baby and Mrs. Laila Thoms - for leading intercessory prayers
Mr. Stanly Thomas - for selection of songs
Mr. Sam Rojin Oommen - for preparing the Theme song (Lyrics and music)
Mrs. Marykutty Mathew and Mr. Shaji P. Jacob and team - for theme song presentation
Mr. Saji Mathew and Mr. Sam Samuel - for sports and recreation
Mr. Shaji P. Jacob and Mr. Cherian Kovoor - for organizing the talent night program.
Mr. Mathew K. Thomas - for Saturday night devotion
Mr. Kurien Thomas - for leading the witnessing session
Mr. Renji Mathew - for photographs and video
Dr. Anil Chacko - for conducting the Seminar
Mr. Mathew K. Thomas, Mrs. Anie Mathai (Kochamma), Mrs. Sheelamma Thomas and Mr. Varghese Oommen - for leading group discussions
Mr. Ninan Muthalaly - for audio and sound
Mr. Lijo T. Chacko - for Camp Fire
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Mrs. Sheelamma Thomas and Mrs. Elizabeth Chacko - for medical assistance.
Miss Marybeth Babu, Mrs. Jerin T. Chacko and the Praise and Worship Team - for Youth Fellowship Retreat arrangements and Worship.
Mr. Alex Mathew - for video presentation and technical assistance
Mrs. Alexyamma Alex - for Yoga sessions
Mr. Chacko Alex - for all assistance and help behind the scene.
Mr. Mr. George P. Babu, Mrs. Leelamma T. Chacko and Mr. Varghese Lukose - special thanks for all their support and help throughout the Retreat.
2019 LIMTC YOUTH FELLOWSHIP RETREAT
The Youth Retreat took place on Friday, August 9th evening to Sunday, August 11th at the above location.
Rev. Jess Mathew George and Mr. Jebin Yohannan were the key leaders to the Youth Retreat. 40 Youth fellowship members attended.
New Acadamic Year / Graduates Recognition
New Academic Year and Graduats Recognition were celebrated on Sunday August 18th, 2019 during the service and after the service.
The following graduates were recognized:-
Thomas Zachariah Jr, son of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Zachariah, 15 Grand Haven Drive, Commack, New York - Prayer Group - E.
Masters in Management from Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Boston in May 2019.
Milan Liz Mathew, daughter of Mr. & Dr. Mrs. Reji Mathew, 29 Cantiaque Lane, Westbury, New York - Prayer Group - F.
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Macaulay Honors College at Brooklyn College BA Honors in Economics Attending University of Chicago for MA in International Relations
Dr. Sherin Samuel, Pharm D., daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Sam Samuel, 79-08, 263rd Street, Floral Park, New York - Prayer Group - A.
Doctorate in Pharmacy from St. John’s University, New York.
Priya Susan Varghese, BSc Nursing with 1st rank from Delhi University and also winner of President’s gold medal.
Jyoti Mariam Varghese, graduated from High School
Both daughters of Mr. & Mrs. Vinod Varghese, 239-13, 86th Avenue, Bellerose, New York - Prayer Group - A.
Manna Samuel, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Cherian, 11 Chadwick Road, Syosset, New York - Prayer Group - F.
M.S. in accounting from Fordham University.
Nikhil Jacob, son of Mr. & Mrs. Jacob T, Chacko, 6 Maxwell Drive, Westbury, New York - Prayer Group - F.
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Grove School of Engineering.
On behalf of the Parish, I congratulate each graduate and wishing them all the best in their future endeavors. May God Almighty continue to bless and guide you in your future plans.
MAR THOMA VOLUNTARY EVANGELISTS’ ASSOCIATION - NORTH EAST CENTER - A DIOCESE OF NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE
A fellowship meeting of the Mar Thoma Voluntary Evangelists’ Association, North East Center - A, is scheduled to be held on Fri-day, September 6th, 2019 at 7:00 PM at the St. John’s Mar Thoma Church, 90-37, 213th Street, Queens Village, NY 11428.
All members are requested to attend the fellowship meeting.
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MAR THOMA SENIOR FELLOWSHIP DIOCESE OF NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE 5TH NATIONAL DIOCESAN CONFERENCE
5th National Diocesan Conference will be held at the Ascension Mar Thoma Church, 10197 North East Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116, from Wednesday September 25th through Saturday 28th, 2019. The Theme for this year’s conference is taken from the book of Exodus 14:13 “Fear Ye Not, Stand Still”
Registration at www.amtcsf.com
LIMC GIRLS SCOUTS - CHARITY PROGRAM
Girl Scouts of Nassau County is pleased to partner with the John Theissen Children’s Foundation’s School Supply Drive Program. Troops are asked to donate some new school supplies for children in need. Many of these children live in shelters or homes where parents have very limited income. Some are too embarrassed to go to school on the first day because they don’t even have pencils or notebooks.
HERE’S HOW WE CAN HELP:
• Buy a minimum of $5.00 in school supplies. If this is a troop donation, the minimum donation should be $40.00 Supplies must be brought in between August 5th and August 29th to guarantee that they reach the children before school starts.
• Drop supplies off at either GSNC Council Shop located at 110 Ring Road West, Garden City or at the John Theissen Foundation Office located at 1881 Wantagh Ave, Wantagh. Have the form signed from someone at drop location.
• Supplies needed include pencils, notebooks, memo pads, ballpoint pens, round-edged scissors, glue, rulers, crayons, filler paper, and pencil sharpeners.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Leena Mathew, Westbury, Phone Number 516-333-1559 or cell 516-728-208
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20TH YUVAJANA SAKHYAM NATIONAL CONFERENCE DIOCESE OF NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE
The 20th Yuvajana Sakhyam Diocesan Conference will be hosted by Christos Mar Thoma Church, from Friday October 4th to Sunday October 6th, 2019 at Bushkill Inn Resort, 159 Pocmont Loop, Poconos, PA.
MARTHOMA YUVAJANA SAKHYAM DIOCESE OF NORTH AMERICA & EUROPE
NORTH EAST REGION
President
Rev. Jose K. Idicula
Tel (516) 234-2657
Vice President
Mr. Libu Koshy
Tel (516) 509-0382
Secretary
Mr. Rinu Varughese
Tel (917) 446-4355
Treasurer
Mr. Jain George
Tel (516) 225-7284
Committee Member
Mr. Jibi Mathew
Tel (516) 849-4537
യേഹാവഭ ി ാന ിൻ◌്െറആരംഭമാകു ുഅവെയആചരി ു എലാവർ ുംനലബു ിയു ്സദൃശ
മാർേ ാമായുവജനസഖ ം േനാർ ്ഈ ്റീജിയൻ◌്െറആഭിമുഖ ിൽ ആഗ ് മാസം അഭിവ ഭ ദാസനഎ ി േകാ ൈറ ് റവ േഡാ ഐസ മാർഫില സിേനാ തിരുമന െകാ ് കു ു ൾ ുഅറിവി െറ ആദ ാ രംകുറി ു ു
എ ഈ േപാഗാമിൽ ആദ ാ രംകുറി ുവാൻ ആഗഹി ു കു ു ള െടമാതാപിതാ ൾറീജിയണൽയുവജനസഖ ിൻ◌്െറഭാരവാഹികള മായിബ െ ടുവാൻതാ പര െ ടു ു
എ ്
റീജിയണൽയുവജനസഖ ി േവ ി
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The Theme for the Conference is taken from Corinthians 4:6 “Be the Light: Walk in the Light”
MAR THOMA SUVISHESHA SEVIKA SANGHOM DIOCESE OF NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE
The XVIIII Diocesan Sevika Sanghom National Conference will be held on October 10-13, 2019 at Trinity Mar Thoma Church Houston, Texas.
Mrs. Jolly Babu Diocesan Sevika Sanghom Secretary, 214-564-3584 (Cell#)
DIOCESE OF NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE PUBLICATION OF THE DIOCESAN DIRECTORY
The directory of the Diocese is outdated and hence the Diocesan Council has decided to publish a directory in 2020, with updated details of the Mar Thoma Members in the Diocese of North Ameri-ca and Europe of the Mar Thoma Church.
The meaningful participation in the worship and involvement in various activities are possible only by knowing one another and through fostering fellowship. Communication and relationship is essential as far as life is concerned. It enriches life and gives me-aning and purpose for living in a community. The information in this Directory will benefit the members in maintaining closer rela-tionship and to get connected to one another. It will be strictly for the use of the members in this Diocese.
The following members along with the Office Bearers of the Diocese constitute the Directory Committee:-
Mr. Samuel K. Samuel, Convener Mr. T. A. Mathew Dr. Eapen Daniel Mr. Mathews P. Kurian Ms. Shijy Alex Mr. Sujith Isaac Mr. Reji Joseph
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Kindly furnish all the details of the Parish before December 31st, 2019.
DIOCESE OF NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE MAR THOMA MERIT AWARD 2019
The Diocese of North America and Europe is inviting nominations for the 2019 Mar Thoma Merit Awards. Students who graduate as high school clss valedictorians or have exceptional qualifications (see appropriate forms for criteria) and who are members of Mar Thoma parishes or congregations and who attend worship ser-vices and participate in parish activities are eligble for this award. If there are candidates in your parish / congregations who will meet the appropriate critria for awards, please encourage them to apply. Applicants must fill out the appropriate forms, submit nec-essary supporting documents and mail it to:-
Mr. Mathew Koshy, Convener Mar Thoa Merit Award 2320 Merrick Avenue, Merrick, NY 11566 Phone: 780-893-4932 Email: mathewkoshy [email protected]
Please note that the forms have to be signed by the applicant and verified by the parish vicar. The application must also include one of the following:-
1. In schools that have a Valedictorian Award, a letter from the respective school on the school letter head certifying that the student has been selected to be the Valedictorian of the 2019 graduating class from that school.
2. In schools with no Valedictorian Awards, a letter from the respective school on the school letter head stating that the school does not offer a Valedictorian Award. This letter should also include the overall GPA/percent marks of the student at the time of application.
Students with Valedictorian Awards are requested to send, with the application form, a copy of their Valedictorian speech (if avail-able at the time of applying).
All applicants must submit a passport size photograph to be pub-lished in the Mar Thoma Messenger. The completed form along
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with attachments should reach the above address on or before September 15th, 2019.
If you have any questions, please contact the convener Mr. Math-ew Koshy at 780-893-4932, email: [email protected]
2019 EVENTS AND CALENDAR
SEPTEMBER
9/8 Sevika Sangham Day 9/21 Sunday school Regional Teachers’ Training 9/22 Senior Citizen’s day / Harvest Festival 9/25 - 9/28 Senior Citizens’ National Conference, PA 9/29 YFF Sunday
OCTOBER
10/4-6 Yuvajana Sakhyam National Conference, PA 10/6 Youth Fellowship Sunday 10/10 - 10/13 Sevika Sangham National Conference, Houston 10/13 Edavaka Mission Sunday 10/18 - 10/20 Parish Convention, English 10/19 Sunday school Regional Talent Fest 10/20 Yuvajana Sakhyam Sunday 10/26 Fall Fest / Talent Night 10/26 Sevika Sangham Regional Talent Festival (Kalamela) Eppiphany Mar Thoma Church 10/27 Family Sunday
NOVEMBER
11/2 World Sunday School Day - Hosted by LIMTC 11/6 Regional Clergy Meeting - Hosted by LIMTC 11/3 World Sunday school Day / LIMTC / Sunday School Anniversary 11/10 Unity Sunday CNI/CSI 11/17 Diaspora Sunday 11/28 Thanksgiving
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DECEMBER
12/1 Thanksgiving Sunday 12/7 Sunday School Christmas get-together 12/21 Christmas Carol Service 12/25 Christmas Day - Holy Communion Service 9:00 AM English 12/28 Yuvajana Sakhyam Regional Christmas Celebration, LIMTC 12/31 Watch Night/ Holy Communion Service 9:30 PM
BIRTHDAYS - SEPTEMBER 2019
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9/1 Susan Thomas 2 Dalton Court South Huntington NY 117469/2 Julie George 114 Haverford Road Hicksville NY 118019/2 Mathai Thomas 325A Lenox Road Huntington Station NY 117469/2 Luke Benjamin Philip 55 Rhodes Drive New Hyde Park NY 110409/2 Dr. Jebin Chacko 25 Legend Circle Melville NY 117479/3 Isaac Thomas Mathew 19 Utica Avenue Hicksville NY 118019/5 Jenna Elizabeth Benjamin 40 Roseanne Drive Roslyn NY 115769/6 Rachel Varghese 12 Genesee Street Hicksville NY 118019/7 Hanna Samuel 11 Chadwick Road Syosset NY 117919/8 Benson George Babu 263-16 79th Avenue Floral Park NY 11004
9/9 Sneha Kalathil 1642 Gilford Avenue New Hyde Park NY 110409/11 Anjali Thomas 12 David Drive Syosset NY 117919/12 Jeffy Jacob 114 Hillwood Ln Plainview NY 118029/15 Baby George 57 Belmont Avenue Plainview NY 118039/15 Kayla A Mathew 10 Harkin lane Hicksville NY 11801
9/16 Teeja Thomas 47 Quaker St New Hyde Park NY 110409/16 Tina A. Mathew 1 Adams Street Hicksville NY 118019/16 Santhi Mathew 153 Bismark Avenue Valley Stream NY 115819/17 Grace Varughese 65 Haverford Road Hicksville NY 118019/17 Sruthi Tiby Philip 725 The Plain Road Salisbury NY 115909/18 Dr. Manish Mammen 5 Country Court Hicksville NY 118019/18 Christian T. Mathew 1859 Casper Ave. East Meadow NY 115549/18 Vinod Thomas John 725 E. Meadow Ave. East Meadow NY 115549/20 Bena Varughese 55 Royal Way Manhasset Hills NY 110409/20 Steven Sabu 15 Kingston St New Hyde Park NY 11040
Offer prayer and thanksgiving on Sunday, September 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th.
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9/24 Smitha Saji 235-08 Hillside Ave. Queens Village NY 114279/25 Roshin Thomas 263 Colonial Avenue Williston Park NY 115969/25 Emma Ann Thomas 78 Thorens Ave Garden City Pk. NY 110409/25 Vanitha Alex 261-50 72nd Road Floral Park NY 110049/26 Elizabeth Chacko 6 Maxwell Drive Westbury NY 115909/26 Marlin John 7 Milburn Street Hicksville NY 118019/26 K. P. Varughese 1642 Gilford Avenue New Hyde Park NY 110409/26 Dr. Emily Ruth Harrison 82-29, 257th Street Floral Park NY 110049/27 Jiji Mathew 30 Cantiague Lane Westbury NY 115909/28 Kunjukunjumma Joseph 143 Grace Street Plainview NY 118039/28 Ashwin Varughese 49 Conklin Street Deer Park NY 117299/29 Alice Oommen 34 Brooks Street W. Hicksville NY 118019/29 Danyl Johnson 255-01, 83rd Ave. Glen Oaks NY 11004
9/30 Jacob Thomas Chacko 775 Beech Place New Milford NJ 076469/30 Sony Mathai 1 Whitehall Lane Garden City Park NY 11040
9/20 Mini K. Philip 19 Main Parkway Plainview NY 118039/21 Mabel G. Varghese 76-23 251st Street Bellerose NY 114269/21 Joseph Dethose 143 Grace Street Plainview NY 118039/21 Sunu Mathew 18 Park Dr East Syosset NY 117919/21 Aleyamma Philip 1642 Gilford Avenue New Hyde Park NY 110409/22 Rachel Thomas 325A Lenox Road Huntington Stn. NY 117469/22 Bindhu Anu David 87-20 259th Street Floral Park NY 110049/22 Shawn Thomas 368 Commack Road Commack NY 11725
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES - SEPTEMBER 2019
Offer prayer and thanksgiving on Sunday, September 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th.
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9/1 Mr. & Mrs. Shaji Jacob 154 New Bridge Road East Meadow NY 115549/1 Mr. & Mrs. Jijo Mammen 1844 Midland Dr East Meadow NY 115549/1 Mr. & Mrs. Biju Philip 90 Georgia Drive Syosset NY 117919/1 Dr. & Mrs. Bibbin P. George 127 Roseum Way Mullica Hill NJ 080629/1 Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Mathews 3632 Martha Blvd. Bethpage NY 117149/2 Mr. & Mrs. Yohannan Varghese 25 David Avenue Hicksville NY 118019/2 Mr. & Mrs. Liju Varghese 260-07 75th Avenue Glen Oaks NY 110049/3 Dr. & Mrs. Shobin Oommen 40 Preston Lane Syosset NY 117919/4 Mr. & Mrs. Gibi Babu Philip 6 Albert Road Hicksville NY 118019/5 Mr.& Mrs. Manoj Mathew 14 Evans Avenue Alberston NY 115079/5 Mr. & Mrs. Sajo Varkey 2 East Park Court Old Bethpage NY 118049/5 Mr. & Mrs. Reggie Jacob 3 Prose Street Hicksville NY 118019/7 Mr. & Mrs. Varghese Thomas 864 Bauer Street Elmont NY 110039/7 Mr. & Mrs. Sabu K. Thomas 820 Bryant Avenue New Hyde Park NY 11040
9/9 Dr. & Mrs. Alvin Varghese 82-29 257 Street Floral Park NY 110049/11 Mr. & Mrs. Varughese John 65 Haverford Road Hicksville NY 118019/12 Mr. & Mrs. John Chacko 270-03 78th Avenue New Hyde Park NY 110409/14 Mr. & Mrs. Thomas David 87-26 259th Street Floral Park NY 11004
9/16 Mr. & Mrs. Biju C. John 280 Jefferson Avenue Amityville NY 117019/18 Mr. & Mrs. Yohannan Jacob 89 4th Street Garden City Pk NY 110409/22 Mr. & Mrs. Benson G. Babu 263-16 79th Avenue Floral Park NY 11004
9/23 Mr. & Mrs. Shelvin Sam 151 N 12th St New Hyde Park NY 110409/23 Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Mattackal 3 Whitehall Lane Garden City Pk NY 110409/26 Mr. & Mrs. Jeevan Babu 80-42 257th Street Floral Park NY 110049/27 Mr. & Mrs. Benny Thomas 263 Colonial Avenue Williston Park NY 115969/28 Mr. & Mrs. Kalathil Varughese 55 Royal Way Manhasset Hills NY 110409/28 Mr. & Mrs. Joy Keneth 21 Ray Street Hicksville NY 118019/28 Mr. & Mrs. Richard Philip 10 Regent Lane Manhasset Hills NY 110409/29 Mr. & Mrs. Shaun Thomas 12 Royal Way Manhasset Hills NY 11040
9/30 Mr. & Mrs. Shawn J Chacko 270-03 78th Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Date Time Schedule and Weekly Theme
Sunday September 1st
9:00 AM 9:20 - 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
Sunday School General Assembly Praise and Worship Holy Communion Service - English Teachers: To be filled with Divine Wisdom (Education Sunday)
Sunday September 8th
9:00 AM 9:20 - 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
Sunday School General Assembly Praise and Worship Holy Communion Service - Malayalam Women: Equal Participation in the Ministry of the Kingdom of God - Sevika Sanghom
Sunday September 15th
9:00AM 9:20 - 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
Sunday School General Assembly Praise and Worship Holy Communion Service - English Honoring the Elder Generation - Senior Citizens Day
Sunday September 22nd
9:00 AM 9:20 - 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
Sunday School General Assembly Divine Service in English Holy Communion Service - Malayalam Confession: The Sacrament of forgivenness of Sin
Sunday September 29th
9:00 AM 9:20 - 9:50 AM 10:00 AM
Sunday School General Assembly Praise and Worship Holy Communion Service - English Anointing the Sick: Sacrament of Healing
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LECTIONARY
ST. THOMAS ECUMENICAL FEDERATION OF NA, INC. PROGRAMS FOR THE YEAR 2019
Date 1st & 2nd Lessons
Epistle Gospel
Sunday September 1st
Neh. 8:1-8 Acts 18: 24-28
Jas 3:13-18 Luke 4:16-22
Sunday September 8th
Judg 4:4-16 Rom. 4:1-7
Phil 4:1-7 Mark 14:3-9
Sunday September 15th
Gen. 48:8-22 Phlm 1:8-22
2 Tim. 1:3-14 Luke 2:25-38
Sunday September 22nd
Jer. 4:1-14 1 John 1:1-10
1 Pet. 1:13-22 Luke 19:1-10
Sunday September 29th
2 Kings 20:1-11 Rev. 22:1-5
Jas 5:13-20 Mark 6:7-13
Sunday October 20th Fellowship Dinner (Cottilion Restaurent)
Saturday October 26th Youth Retreat
Saturday October 26th Convention (St. Johns Mar Thoma Church)
Sunday October 27th Convention (CSI Jubilee Church)
Friday November 22nd Carol Rounds
Satrday November 23rd Carol Rounds
Sunday November 24th
Carol Rounds
Sunday January 5th, 2020 Christmas and New Year Celebration
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