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SANTH MEMessengerFaridabad Diocesan Bulletin Volume - 6, Issue - 1, January - February 2015 E-mail: [email protected]

XmfpIfnÂChristmas Message............................................... 03 Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara

kotdm ae_mÀ k`bnse c v ]pWymß¡Ä.................. 04 BÀ¨v_nj¸v Ipcymt¡mkv `cWnIpf§c

It¨cn¡mcyw........................................................... 05

kÀ¡peÀ.............................................................. 06 taPÀ BÀ¨v_nj¸v tPmÀÖv Be-t©cn

DSYM News ............................................................ 08

]mÌdÂ Iu¬knÂ hmÀ¯IÄ................................. 09

hn. Fhp{]mky½ k\ykvXÀ¡p amXrI ........................ 10 kn. Fenk_¯v hneyw kn.Fw.kn.

SJSS News ............................................................ 12

A Brief Biography of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara ............13 Fr. Anto Kanjirathinkal C.M.I.

World News ............................................................ 18

Family Apostolate News ........................................... 20

Mathru Jyothis News ................................................ 21

Sanjoepuram News ................................................ 21

CShI hmÀ¯IÄ................................................... 27

PatronArchbishop Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara

Editorial Board

Chief EditorRev. Fr. John Mylamvelil

Associate Editor Shri. Johnson V.P.

Members Msgr. Dr. Sebastian VadakumpadanRev. Dr. Pious MalekandathilShri. C. J. JoseSmt. Celin George

Managing EditorRev. Fr. Jetto Thottungal

Design & LayoutThomas MampillyRoyalthotz, New Delhi

Published byDiocese of Faridabad-DelhiBishop's House, 1B/32 N.E.AOld Rajender NagarNew Delhi - 110060E-mail: [email protected]: www.faridabaddiocese.in

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We live in a world of cloud computing and online storage. the whole world is digitally reachable on your finger tip. Smartphones and I-pads have taken the place of

Dictionaries and Encyclopedias. the social network media has made the communication much easier. However, even in the cyber-era the need for documentation and archives have not been minimized. Any serious establishment still has a system of filing and archiving. A book of reference and an instrument of data or in modern terms an organized data-bank in a printed form will serve future generations.

the Diocese of Faridabad, though in its initial stages, was particular to have a systematic data base and a directory with all available details. It is all the more pertinent for a diocese with a large territory of one million sq. km area extended in six states of Delhi, Haryana, punjab, Himachal pradesh, Gautam Budh Nagar Noida and Ghaziabad districts of Utter pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir. Especially being in the capital city of India, such a book of reference would serve all those who seek information about the diocese from far and near. As far as possible, we have included also email contact of every priest and religious personnel, as well as all institutions.

I take this opportunity to felicitate all those who collaborated with this initiative and thank the editorial board for their hard work. Being the first edition Rev. Fr. Paul Raj Kodiyan contacted all priests and religious personnel and collected every possible information. Mrs. Laly Antony did the page setting and remaining editing work. My sincere thanks to Rev. Fr. Kodiyan and Mrs. Laly Antony.

As a first step, it may contain some statistical inaccuracies or data imperfections. please make use of the yellow page supplied therein and point out the mistakes of entries. The editorial team stands ready to make necessary modifications for the next edition.

Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara Bishop of the Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi

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the first public reactions to U.S. president Barack Obama’s soul-stirring “Address to the people of India” at the Siri Fort Auditorium in New Delhi before winding up his three-day historic trip to the

country on January 27 have, rather predictably, displayed a binary logic. A good section instantly saw in Mr. Obama’s candid views on “dealing with diversity of beliefs and of faiths” and the need to uphold the constitutionally guaranteed ‘Right to Freedom of Religion’ without fear of persecution or discrimination, a well-meant yet stinging reminder to the Narendra Modi-led BJP Government to rein in its religious fundamentalist elements. But an equally vocal section seemed to resent his homily to a nation whose “Sanatana Dharma has been extremely tolerant” of all religions. However, holistically there is more substance to Mr. Obama’s 34-minute speech, set in the context of two emerging scenarios. First, the possibility that America can be “India’s best partner” in a whole range of activities including the ‘next wave’ of economic growth, and second, at a more personal level how India for Mr. Obama represents “an intersection of two men who have always inspired me” — Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi — in striving for equity and peace in a non-violent way.

It is from this perceptual bedrock that the American president has sought to re-engage India on a much wider socio-political canvas of cultural pluralism and religious diversity under an overarching universal humanism. Mr. Obama’s admission that “in our lives, Michelle and I have been strengthened by our Christian faith”, may at best elevate traditional religious notions like ‘God’ and ‘all of humanity being God’s children’, to a secular plane in a complex, interdependent world in guarding against sectarian divisions and dark violence which threaten to rapidly undermine ‘foundational human values’. this universalism for Mr. Obama, looking beyond “any difference in religion or tribe and rejoice in the beauty of every soul,” seem to be first premises for articulating a new global ethic of peace and harmony. The entry point may be Hinduism, christianity, Islam or any other faith, but the goal is enabling ‘compassion and empathy’ in human affairs. this is a utopian task, but this is what ‘world leaders’ like India and the U.S. should be doing, he hinted. the late philosopher-president Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, in his work, the Spirit of Religion said: “the world has got together as a body; it is groping for its soul… If we can have a United Nations Organization, cannot we have a United Religions Organization?” Mr. Obama’s plea for religious freedom aims to give that vision a chance under very different circumstances.Editorial, The Hindu, January 30, 2015Underlining by SM Editor

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“mOdi’s dangerOus silence”

We give below the full text of the Editorial published in The New York Times on February 6, 2015 about our Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi’s continued silence regarding recent attacks at Christian places of worship in India and hard line Hindu nationalist groups like VHP and RSS homecoming campaign “Ghar Vaapsi”.

What will it take for prime Minister Narendra Modi to speak out about the mounting violence against India’s religious minorities? Attacks at christian places of worship have prompted no response from

the man elected to represent and to protect all of India’s citizens. Nor has he addressed the mass conversion to Hinduism of christians and Muslims who have been coerced promised money. Mr. Modi’s continued silence before such troubling intolerance increasingly gives the impression that he either cannot or does not wish to control the fringe elements of the Hindu nationalist right.

Recently, a number of christian churches in India have been burned and ransacked. Last December, St. Sebastian’s Church in East Delhi was engulfed in fire. Its pastor reported a strong smell of kerosene after the blaze was put out. On Monday, St. Alphonsa’s church in New Delhi was vandalized. ceremonial vessels were taken, yet collection boxes full of cash were untouched. Alarmed by the attacks, the catholic Bishops’ conference of India has urged the government to uphold the secular nature of India and to assure its christians they are “protected and secure” in their own country.

there is also concern about the mass conversions. Last December, about 200 Muslims were converted to Hinduism in Agra. In January, up to 100 christians in West Bengal “reconverted” to Hinduism. Hard-line Hindu nationalist groups, like the Vishwa Hindu parishad (VHp) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), make no secret of their support for a “homecoming” campaign designed to “return” non-Hindus to the fold. More than 80 per cent of Indians are Hindu, but pravin togadia of the VHp says his organization’s goal is a country that is 100 per cent Hindu. the only way to achieve that is to deny religious minorities their faith.

the VHp is reportedly planning a mass conversion of 3,000 Muslims in Ayodhya this month. the destruction of the Babri Mosque there in 1992 by Hindu militants touched off riots between Hindus and Muslims across India that left more than 2,000 people dead. The VHP knows it is playing with fire.

Mr. Modi has promised an ambitious agenda for India’s development. But, as President Obama observed in a speech in New Delhi last month: “India will succeed so long as it is not splintered along the lines of religious faith.” Mr. Modi needs to break his deafening silence on religious intolerance.

Editorial, The New York Times, February 6, 2015


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hyàn]cambn BÀs¡¦nepw {]XnIcn¡Wsa¶ps ¦nÂ cq]XbpsS sh_v

sskÁnÂ (www.faridabaddiocese.in) sImSp¯ncn¡p¶ tNmZymhen ]Tn¨v A`n{]mb§Ä

\½psS IpSpw_ {]jnX hn`mKw UbdIvSÀ ^m. t]mÄ amSÈcnsb Adnbn¡patÃm. [email protected] (09717584457)

Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara Bishop of Faridabad-Delhi

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kÀ¡peÀ


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It is a matter of grave concern that re-conversion events are being held under the label of ‘Ghar Wapsi’. A secular

society like ours cannot encourage conversions either by force or inducement. Shocking reports are emerging from different parts of the country, especially Uttar pradesh, Gujarat and chepad and Anchal in Kerala. the hate campaign and divisiveness in the name of conversions would deeply hurt the sentiments of a secular society. In the name of conversions, it would destroy the secular fabric and values of our nation. I express my strong concern on this issue. putting an end to such dangerous tendencies is inevitable for the growth and progress of the nation. I strongly urge the Honorable prime Minister Narendra Modi to urgently intervene to address people’s concerns over such “forcible conversions” rampant in the country.

the church never supports forcible conversions. the constitutional provisions and legal mechanisms do exist in our country to curb and prevent forcible conversions. the Government should take stringent steps to stop re-conversions under the provisions of the existing law. It is imperative that Government initiate actions in this regard with the existing legal systems. I sense that the move for a new law, is pre-planned and is contrary to the rights, enshrined in the constitution of our country. the Government must protect the rights, guaranteed by the constitution and ensure the freedom of religion and belief. It is therefore high time that our nation sheds all differences and strives in unison to face the challenges posed by religious fundamentalism and terrorism.

India can reasonably claim prestigious achievements in Science and Information technology. It has enhanced the image of our nation in the international community. But the recent incidents in the name of religious conversions portray a negative image and signals unhealthy message to the international community.

christmas Day was celebrated as a National holiday for centuries. the move to replace christmas Day with Good Governance Day by the Government is indeed unfortunate and highly objectionable. this decision is largely painful not only to the christian community, but to all the citizens of this country. We earnestly therefore request our honorable prime Minister to positively create an atmosphere of peace and Harmony in this season of christmas.

Baselios Cardinal Cleemis, President,CBCI

ghar Wapsi

statement cOndemning


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O most holy apostle, Saint Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honour and invoke thee universally, as the patron of hopeless cases, and of things almost despaired of.Pray for me, who am so miserable. Make use, I implore thee, of that particular privilege accorded to thee, to bring visible and speedy help where help was almost despaired of.Come to mine assistance in this great need, that I may receive the consolation and succor of Heaven in all my necessities, tribulations, and sufferings, particularly (here make your request) and that I may praise God with thee and all the elect throughout eternity.I promise thee, O blessed Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favour, to always honour thee as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to thee.Amen.

thE PrayEr to st JuDE

Antony K U & Family60E, Pocket A-2, Mayur Vihar Phase-III

Delhi-110096

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Since last 23 November, the day of the Canonization in Rome of Saint Chavara Kuriakose Elias and Saint Euphrasia, many have been the celebrations of thanksgiving to the

Lord for the gift of these 2 exemplary saints to the Universal Church and in particular to the Church in India.

The Pope’s Representative in India, in my humble person, could not fail to be present at this important ecclesial event, to thank the Lord for the Saints Kuriakose Elias and Euphrasia, promoted together by the Syro-Malabar Church, here well represented by His Eminence Cardinal George Alencherry, the CBCI, represented by the First Vice-President Mar Andrews Thazath and, its Secretary General, H.E. Albert D’Souza, the CMI Congregation, represented by the Superior General Fr. Paul Achandy, and the CMC Congregation, represented by the Superior General, Sister Sancta.

I greet fraternally and thank for the invitation Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, Bishop of Faridabad, Msgr. Sebastian Vadakumpadan, General Convener of this well organized event, and all of you, my dear brothers and sisters, faithful of the Diocese of Faridabad, always so joyful and rich in faith. In a special way I greet all the parishioners of this parish, Saint Chavara Kuriakose parish Hari Nagar.

I am in your midst you today, as the Representative of Pope Francis, and my presence here is the testimony of the love and affection of Pope Francis for all of you. Therefore, it is my privilege to communicate to you his special Apostolic Greetings and Blessings.

I congratulate all of you as you celebrate the historic event of the Canonization of the two new Indian saints. I also congratulate the Congregation of Mary Immaculate (CMI) and the Congregation of the Mother of Carmel (CMC), which have molded the two saints for us.

Both of them led a saintly life and are a model for us. St. Chavara Kuriakose Elias was also a social reformer. Though he hailed from an upper caste Syrian Christian family, he played a major role in educating the people of the lower ranks of society.

St. Euphrasia was a person of constant prayer, with deep devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and becoming known as the “Praying Mother”. She used to spend much of her day in the convent chapel before the Blessed Sacrament, to which she had a strong devotion.

It is gratifying to see that the Church in India , following the examples of these saints, contribute substantially in spheres of spirituality, education, health care, and many other important fields. Carry on with full vigor and enthusiasm!!!

In the light of the example of the two new Indian saints I would like also to praise the Indian Church for its great zeal in witnessing the Gospel Message in India and in many other countries of the world. This witness of love and faith must always be given in a spirit of sincere and respectful dialogue, harmony and appreciation with all our brothers and sisters of different faith and religions, building up bridges and ties of mutual fraternity and peaceful solidarity, for a better society.

May the holiness of St. Chavara ad St. Euphrasia inspire you to commit yourselves to be always ‘Persons of Joy’, filled with the “Joy of the Gospel”. As Pope Francis writes in the Apostolic Exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium: “The joy of the Gospel fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus”.

May our Holy Mother Mary guide you to contemplate and encounter her Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, and to live with joy and fidelity in our life. May God bless you, and once again thank you for your kind invitation.

With these words, I inaugurate this public meeting.Thank you.

on the occasion of Celebration of Canonization of st. Chavara Kuriakose Elias and st. Euphrasia, 1 February 2015, hari Nagar, Delhi

public meeting inaugural speech

Most Rev. Salvatore Pennacchio , Apostolic Nunciature


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Presidential Address by Mar George Alencherry, Major Archbishop, during Public meeting on the occasion of the Celebration of the

Sainthood of St. Chavara & St. Euphrasia on 01.02.2015 at Hari Nagar, New Delhi

Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara releasing a book “Legacy of Chavara” written by

Rev. Sr. Elizabeth William and Mr. George Scaria on 01.02.2015

Birthday celebration of our Archbishop Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara in presence of Nuncio,

Major Archbishop, Bishops, Priests and laity on on 1st February

His Excellency Salvatore Pennachio, Apostolic Nuncio to India, inaugurating Public meeting on the occasion of the

Celebration of the Sainthood of St. Chavara & St. Euphrasia on 01.02.2015 at Hari Nagar, New Delhi


Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara visiting ..................home

Msgr. Sebastian Vadakumpadan, Vicar General, speaking during inauguration of Gloria 2014

In presence of SJSS Director, Rev. Fr. Joseph Muthuplakkal Alipur Villagers giving Thanks

letter to Mr. Semichan Joseph, Regional Project Officer, SAFP

Our Lady of Fatima Forane Church Jasola-Okhla secured First Position in Malayalam Gloria 2014

– Carol Singing Competition

Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangars inaugurating Catechism Teachers’ Convention on 25th January 2015 at Lado Sarai


During pastoral visit to St. Claret Parish, Gurgaon (with Catechism Teachers, Choir and

Altar Boys)

During pastoral visit to St. Claret Parish, Gurgaon (with Parish Council Members)

St. Sebastian’s feast-Patron’s day of Msgr Sebastian Vadakkumpadan- celebrated on 20th January at Bishop’s House, Karol Bagh. Major

Archbishop Mar George Alencherry, Archbishop Andrews Thazhath and Archbishop Kuriakose

Bharanikulangara were present

Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara presenting prize to Catechism teachers of Infant Jesus

Forane Church, as the Parish was selected as the Model Sunday Schools

Archbishop with MSMI Sisters and Rev. Fr. Peter Kanjirakattukari, Vicar, Little

Flower Parish, Lado Sarai

Annual Sports Day celebration at Infant Jesus School, Sanjoepuram


Manila, philippines Weighing in on January 7, 2015 terror in France and the debate over

freedom of expression it stirred, pope Francis said en route to the philippines that killing "in the name of God" is wrong, but it is also wrong to "provoke" people by belittling their religion.

"One cannot make war (or) kill in the name of one's own religion," Francis said on his way to the philippines. "... to kill in the name of God is an aberration." Still, even as he decried the violence and generally spoke in support of freedom of expression,

the pontiff said that such freedom must have its limits.Pope Francis in the Philippines

Francis said on his flight from Colombo, Sri Lanka, to Manila that everyone had not only the liberty, but also the obligation, "to say what he thinks to help the common good."

But he added that this should be done without giving offense, because human dignity should be respected.

"One cannot provoke, one cannot insult other people's faith, one cannot make fun of faith."

Just Following the Gospel, says Pope

Pope Francis

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i'm Not a Communist,

calling for the movements to "keep up the fight" for workers' rights, the pope said: "Let's say together with our heart: no family without a roof, no peasant farmer without land, no worker without rights, no person without dignified labour!"

“Land, roof, and work … It’s odd, but for some, if I talk about these [subjects], it turns out the pope is a communist,” Francis quipped.

“the fact that the love for the poor is in the center of the gospel is misunderstood,” he said. “Those [values] for which you’re fighting for are sacred rights. It’s the church’s social doctrine.”

He also strayed into the political, saying that grassroots movements around the world "express the urgent need to revitalise our democracies, which are often held hostage by numerous factors".

the pope’s remarks follow years of speculation about his political affiliation, in the wake of a number of public demands that governments redistribute social benefits to the needy, and call for his church to be a “poor church, for the poor”.

“Marxist ideology is wrong. But I have met many Marxists in my life who are good people, so I don’t feel offended,” he said. “there is nothing in the Exhortation that cannot be found in the social doctrine of the church.”

Pope Francis denied being a communist at a meeting in Rome, saying that he simply

urges activism against the “structural causes” of poverty, and follows Christian doctrine.

The pope made the remarks while addressing the World Meeting of Popular Movements which is holding a conference in Rome to discuss problems facing the poor and the unemployed.

Free expression doesn't mean right to insult others' faith:


the two days pastoral visit of His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, to

St. claret parish, Gurgoan, began at 9.00 A.M, on Saturday, 18th October 2014. Archbishop Kuriakose, accompanied by Rev. Fr. John Mylamvelil, chancellor of the Diocese, was welcomed by the parish priest Rev. Fr. Sino pattathil cMF and parish council members. Archbishop began the pastoral visit by meeting the people personally. He also went through the records and registers of the parish with the help of Rev. Fr. John Mylamvelil. He appreciated for keeping everything in order and gave necessary suggestions for the betterment of the parish. the rest of the day was set apart for meetings with various groups. At 11.00 a.m. the meeting of the parish council members began. the members introduced themselves. Archbishop explained about the purpose of the parish council and exhorted the members to work in unity to develop the parish. the members unanimously expressed their desire to have a church for the parish and the Archbishop encouraged them to make all the efforts to achieve this goal. Archbishop also made clarifications for all the queries made by the council members. the meeting came to an end by 12.30 p.m. At. 12.45 pm, Archbishop made a short visit to the Holy Family convent, had dialogue with the novices and other community members.

After having lunch from the Holy Family convent, Archbishop left for meeting the family units. All the family units welcomed their shepherd with a flower bouquet and expressed their joy of having the Archbishop in their midst. By 5.30 pm Archbishop completed meeting three family units, spending almost one hour in each family units. Having led the people in prayer and blessing them, Archbishop spent time with the people. Every member of the family units including the children introduced themselves. Archbishop welcomed all the questions from the members and gave sufficient clarifications for their doubts. He also explained the purpose of the pastoral visit in the parish. Archbishop was so kind that members could have photographs with him in groups as well as family -wise.

It was also the occasion of the feast of the patron saint of the parish, Saint Antony Mary claret. At 6.30 pm, Archbishop hoisted the flag in the presence of V. Rev. Fr. paul Madassery, the Forane Vicar and Rev. Fr. John Vettikanal cmf , the superior of claret Bhavan. Archbishop was the main celebrant for the Holy Eucharist and Rev. Fr. John gave the homily about St. Antony Mary claret. After the Mass, it was the chance of the members of the Mathru Jyothis to interact with the Archbishop. All the members were

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Republic Day

Infant Jesus School, Dwarka celebrated Republic day and sports day on 24th January 2015. the

honorable chief guest of the day, Mr. c J Jose, the Director of the Ministry of power, Govt. of India was welcomed at the entrance solemnly by the head girl and was accompanied on to the dais by Fr. Benny palatty, the Director of the School and Sr. Annie James, the principal. the march past by four groups was the highlight of the day. the day was made colorful with lots of beautiful programs like patriotic dance, patriotic song, performance of taekwondo and so on.

Infant Jesus sChool, DwarkaQutub Vihar Ph 1, near Dwarka sector 19B,

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infant Jesus schOOl dWarKa, neW delhithe words of the chief guest stirred the hearts of the students to evoke love for the nation and enabled them to be proud of being an Indian. After the Republic Day celebration, we initiated sports competition. Literary Academic Endorsement:

to exhibit the artistic talents dormant in the students and to impart moral values, a skit competition was conducted at Infant Jesus School, Dwarka on 17th January 2015. Under the guidance of the class teachers, all the classes participated in the competition with vigor and great enthusiasm. All the skits dealt with social values and they were of a great standard.

Vacancy vacant in infant Jesus school, DwarkaQualified Candidates to the following posts: Music, Physical Education, English, Nursery, Nurse, Office Assistant and Accountant can apply. the candidates are requested to produce their original certificates and contact details. (Proficiency and fluency in English language is inevitable)


Family apostolate News

Marriage Preparation Course

Marriage preparation courses were conducted from 28th November to 30th November 2014

and from 12th to 14th December at Navinta Retreat House, Okhla. Fifty Nine aspirants participated in November session and Eighty Five in the December session. considering the high number of participation, it was decided to conduct one more session before December from the coming year onwards. In addition to the classes and other activities there were individual counseling sessions and confessions which made the preparation more effective.

Marriage Preparation Course dates for the year 2015:(Course begins at 9 A.M. on Day 1(Friday) and ends at 5 P.M. on Day 3 (Sunday))`

February 20, 21 & 22 March 20, 21 & 22April 24, 25 & 26 July 3, 4 & 5July 31,August 1 & 2 September 11, 12 & 13October 16, 17 & 18 October 30, 31 & Nov.1stNovember 27, 28 & 29 December 11, 12 & 13

Venue: Navinta Retreat House, Opp. 251 Sukhdev Vihar, Next to Don Bosco Technical School, New Delhi-110 025, near Fortis Escorts Hospital & Dev Samaj School.

As number of seats to each course is restricted, advance booking is compulsory. Booking closes when the seats are full, then only urgent cases would be considered. therefore book your seats well in advance (2 months to 1 week). Booking charges Rs.100/-is included in the course fee.How to book: Email : [email protected] SMS : 7838567767 Online : www.familyapostolatefaridabad.com

Information required for booking: 1) course date you are planning to attend 2) Your name 3) Male or female 4) Mobile No. 5) Email ID & 6) parish (place).

please bring along the registration form( can be downloaded from family apostolate website –www.familyapostolatefaridabad.com) duly signed by the parish priest or a letter for the purpose, two passport size photos, personal care things for 3 days’ stay and the course fee, when you come for the course.

A meeting of the Family Apostolate team was held at Bishop’s House from 3 p.M.to 5 p.M. on 7th December,2014. Director Rev. Fr. paul Madassery, Asst. Director Rev. Fr. Anoop, Rev. Sr. Lissy MSMI, Rev. Sr. Jolly cHF, coordinator Mr. Vincent thomas, Mr. Kuriakose, Mr. Alex Joseph, Mr. Oommachan and Mr. George Andrews participated in the meeting. team members introduced themselves and an evaluation of the present course was done. It was decided that due to time constraints the present 3 day course to be continued in the same style. Some ideas for future were also discussed.

Launching of the websiteFamily Apostolate has developed a website to facilitate its activities and to provide useful family related information to the families of the diocese. the website was launched on 30th January 2015 at Navinta Retreat house by Msgr. Rev. Fr. Sebastian Vadukumpadan in the presence of Family Apostolate director Rev. Fr. paul Madassery, co-ordinator Mr. Vincent thomas and the participants of the Marriage preparation course of January 2015 batch. Mr. Bijomon Varghese who designed and developed the site was given a gift as a token of our gratitude on the occasion, acknowledging his exemplary service. the site can be accessed at www.familyapostolatefaridabad.com. Now on the aspiring candidates for marriage preparation course can book their seats on line.


Gloria 2014 – Carol Singing Competition

DSYM Diocesan Executive committee organized Gloria 2014 – carol Singing

competition and christmas celebration for the 6th consecutive time on 28th December 2014 at Our Lady of Fatima Forane church, Jasola. DSYM aims to unite joyous hearts in the warmth of christmas carols in both English and Malayalam languages through Gloria, which also witnesses the communion of all catholics in and around Delhi especially the Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi.

The event was inaugurated and flagged of by Rev. Fr. Jacob Nangelimalil (Vicar, Jasola-Okhla Forane church). It was indeed a melodious day and a fruitful one with the participation of various teams from over 20 parishes from in and around Delhi. teams from both Latin & Syrian rites have taken part in both English and Malayalam sections. the overall atmosphere was more energized with the presence of Msgr. Rev. Sebastian Vadakkumpadan (Vicar-General, Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi), Rev. Fr. Mathew Moothaserry (pro Vicar General, Diocese of Faridabad), Rev. Fr. Jacob Nangelimalil (Vicar, Jasola-Okhla Forane church) during the christmas celebrations post the competitions.

Rev. Fr. Mathew Moothaserry (pro Vicar General, Diocese of Faridabad) was entrusted with the duty of announcing the results. In Malayalam Section, Our Lady of Fatima Forane church Jasola-Okhla, St. peter’s church RK puram and Assumption Forane Church Mayur Vihar Ph III secured the first,

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second and third position respectively. In the English section, Our Lady of Graces Vikaspuri, St. Alphonsa church Noida and St. Luke’s church Defence Colony secured the first, second and third positions respectively.

It was followed by prize distribution by the Reverends. the event concluded with prayer and distribution of christmas cakes. Gloria 2014 marked the flag off of the first event led by the newly elected Diocesan Executive committee (DSYM). His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, even though couldn’t make it to the event, imparted his blessings and best wishes to the organizing committee.

DSYM, Faridabad Diocese wins all team events at 2nd ICYM Northern Region Sports meet

Indian catholic Youth Movement (IcYM) Northern Regional Executive committee (REXcO) organized the 2nd Northern Region sports meet at Rosary school, Kingsway camp, Delhi hosted by IcYM Delhi on 17th and 18th January 2015. Diocese of Faridabad participated in the meet with past performers from various parishes of the Diocese for the various sports events.

It was for the first time that the Delhi Syro Malabar Youth Movement (DSYM) of Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi participated in such an event, and it won the overall 2nd Runners Up trophy. the highlight


Catechism NewsCATECHISM TEACHERS CONVENTION 2015

Faridabad Diocesan catechism teachers convention was held at St. Little Flower parish,

chhatrapur, Lado Sarai on 25th January 2015, Sunday. His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara inaugurated the function and celebrated the Holy Qurbana along with the Director Rev. Fr. Kuruvilla Marottickal and Rev. Fr. paul Moonjely. Rev. Fr. paul Moonjely, Assistant Executive Director, caritas India, took an orientation class.

After a grant lunch made by St. Little Flower parishioners, in the afternoon session catechism Secretary, Mr. Regi thomas presented the annual report for the year 2014 followed by a discussion on different aspects for the improvement of catechism in a metro city culture.

the winners of Scholarship Examination, Model Sunday Schools and Short Film competition were received the prizes from His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose. St. Augustine’s Forane Sunday School, Karolbagh, Assumption Sunday School, Mayur Vihar ph-I, St. peter’s Sunday School, Kristu Raja cathedral, Faridabad and Infant Jesus Forane Sunday School, palam were selected as the Model Sunday Schools. In the Short Film competition, Our Lady of Fatima Forane Sunday School, Jassola- Okhla, Bl. Mother teresa Sunday School, South Extension and St. claret Sunday School, Gurgaon got the 1st, 2nd and 3rd places respectively. the program was ended with refreshment. the day was a fruitful day for all in the catechism family.

Catechism Scholarship ExaminationAs per the decision taken in this years’ catechism teachers’ convention, we will have the Scholarship Examination for all classes. therefore all teachers may inform this change in the annual plan. the eligibility criteria for scholarship examination will be as follows: For class I – V will be 90% and above marks for both Semester exams together.For class VI – XII will be 80% and above marks for both Semester exams together.Scholarship Examination will be held on Sunday, the 26th April, 2015.

of the event was that Faridabad-Delhi Diocese was the champion in all the team events i.e. Football, Volleyball, Basketball (Men), Basketball (Women) and tug of War. the participants represented various parishes of the Diocese of Faridabad-Delhi under the leadership of Julia Joseph (IcYM National Executive member & Diocesan IcYM Representative) & Joseph K. Antony (president-DSYM) and DEXcO (Diocesan Executive committee) team.

Archdiocese of Delhi was the overall champion

and Diocese of Shimla-chandigarh were the 1st Runners up in the sports meet. the event concluded with the concluding remarks of Rev. Fr. chetan Machado (IcYM Regional Youth Director and Diocesan Youth Director, Delhi Archdiocese). His Excellency Franco Mulakkal (Regional chairman of Northern Regional Youth commission) bestowed his blessings and best wishes, as he couldn’t make it to the event. His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara congratulated the DEXcO and all the participants for their stupendous performance.

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Mathru Jyothis News

Mathru Jyothis held cancer Awareness class for its members. the class was conducted by

Respected Mrs. A.K. Antony Founder & president Navoothan and Honorary Member of Mathru Jyothis. the class was held at Our Lady of Fatima Forane church Okhla on the 04/01/2015 from 2 p.m to 5.30 p.m.

Our host Rev. Fr. Dr. Jacob Nangelimalil welcomed Mrs. Elizabeth Antony and all the participants. Father in his address promoted the idea of home farming pesticide free vegetables for home consumption.

Opening the session with a prayer, Mrs. Antony went on to explain that the Logo of Navoothan stood for “Early Detection Saves Lives” a critical success factor for cancer treatment. She also shared that WHO Statistics on incidence of cancer show the ratio of 1:85 a few generations back rising to an alarming 1:5 for the times to come.

Addressing the members, Mrs. Antony said that women need to be conscientized that they are the custodians of the family’s health and the need of the hour is for women to evaluate the all round health of each family member including themselves. this will ensure a health family, community and Diocese.

Mrs. Antony went on to introduce the Navoothan project which will be inaugurated on February 6th World cancer Day – On this day a Mobile cancer detection Facility will also be launched equipped with EcG,pAp Smear , Mammography and other critical Equipments.

Mrs. Antony encouraged women to avail the

facilities provided by the project wherein once a Mathru Jyothis member is screened and certified that she is Disease free ie. Malignancy of the breast , she could avail of an insurance scheme from New India Insurance at the rate of Rs.1000/- per Annum and be assured of a cover of upto Rs. 5Lakhs for treatment of a Malignancy condition for self anywhere in India. All volunteers of Navoothan - Mathru Jyothis will be provided with a one month training by the DScI (Delhi State cancer Institute .

the talk was highly appreciated by all the members of Mathru Jyothis and Secretary Mrs. Rosamma George proposing the vote of thanks said that excellent work has been done by the Navoothan foundation for

making a package for women by tying up with New India Assurance and DSIc.

Mathru Jyothis Director,Rev. Fr. Renson assured whole hearted cooperation in taking this initiative forward and also thanked all the mothers who made it despite their hectic schedule of Sunday and the biting cold of winter. A special thanks to the Okhla Forane Mathru Jyothis team who coordinated all arrangements.

National Council for women CBCI – Mathru Jyothis Faridabad-Delhi Diocese

the National council for Women of the cBcI is a body consisting of the 3 Sui Uris Rites of the catholic church in India ie. Latin Rite , Syro Malabar Rite & Syro Malankara Rite. In the current year ie.

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Christmas Celebrations at Sanjoepuram

On 14 December Sanjoepuram children’s Village had a unique Experience of Happiness

with the presence of Archbishop Mar Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, Bishop of Faridabad-Delhi Diocese, Mar Sebastian Adayanthrath, Auxiliary Bishop of Ernakulam-Angamaly Archdiocese and Msgr. Sebastian Vadakumpadan. At HRDc, the whole Sanjoepuram campus gathered for their christmas celebration with their Bishop.

Rev. Fr. Sebastian thekkanath welcomed all guests to the programme followed by carol singing and various programmes performed by the children. In their messages Mar Kuriakose, Mar Sebastian and Msgr. Sebastian Vadakumpadan shared the meaning of christmas and reminded to share this same love shared by the Emmanuel through His incarnation. Archbishop had cut the cake and all participated in the Agape.

Sports Day at Infant Jesus School

the annual sports day was conducted on 19th of December with colourful programmes at Infant Jesus School Sanjoepuram. Mr. Sarbjit Singh Sibia, the District Child Welfare officer inaugurated the sports day. In his inspiring message he told the students to participate in the sports with true sports man spirit and learn to accept defeat and appreciate the winners, which is the sign of maturity and growth. Infant Jesus school is doing a wonderful job in the remote area of the State and he congratulated the management for taking this great challenging job. Fr. Sebastian thekkanath in his presidential address appreciated the team work of the teachers and congratulated the winners in the competitions and distributed the prizes.

Marriage of Sangeeta of SanjoepuramIn the annals of Sanjoepuram, January 18th

was a remarkable one. It was a day of fulfilment and happiness because we settled one of our daughters in

family life. She is married to Mr. George, belongs to St. Joseph parish, Martin Nagar, Bilaspur, U.p. We the whole Sanjoepuram family take this occasion to express our heartfelt thanks to Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, Msgr. Sebastiann Vadakumpadan, and many fathers, sisters and lay people who helped us through their prayers and financial support. Let us keep them in our prayers.

Reception to the holy Relics of St. Chavara and St. Euprasia.

We had the privilege to receive the holy Relics of both the saints on 26th of January to Sanjoepuram.

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In a solemn way with band set we received the Relics to our campus and in procession the Relics was carried to all the eleven houses in Sanjoepuram first and came to Chavara Sadan Chapel and started the solemn con-celebrated Holy Qurbana. the main celebrant was Rev. Fr. Sebastian thekkanath. In his homily Rev. Fr. Aji Sebastian cMI, explained the holy life of both the saints to the community. After the novena and veneration of the Relics there was an Agape meal for all.

Yamaha Musical Organ (Keyboard) to Sanjoepuram as a Christmas Gift.

the generosity of the people of St. Augustine’s Forane church, Karol Bagh brought a beautiful christmas gift for the children of Sanjoepuram, under the leadership of Rev. Fr. Sajo padayatty the parish priest on 19 of December. the children of Sanjoepuram was lacking a good Musical Organ and seeing the need of the children’s Village, Rev. Fr. Sajo suggested to the people of his parish to give

a special christmas gift to the children, who are good singers and who came to his parish with Rev. Fr. Sebastian thekkanath for a Hindi Holy Mass. Heartfelt thanks to Rev. Fr. Sajo padayatty and the whole parish.

Christmas Programme by Sanjoepuram Children in the Fardabad Prison

On 20th of December it was a day of happiness for all the prisoners in the district prison of Faridabad. At 11 am the children of Sanjoepuram children’s Village organized a christmas celebration with the prisoners. Under the leadership of Rev. Fr. Sebastian thekkanath and a team of sisters from Sanjoepuram and cathedral parish the children presented a christmas. the skit presented by the children gave the meaning of the incarnation. the message given by Rev. Fr. Sebastian thekkanath literally touched their heart and many were found in tears and Father told them that let this tears may be a true step of changing the old ways of life and starting a new life here behind these iron bars itself.

CAROL SINGING ON THE EVE OF CHRISTMAS

the whole Sanjoepuram campus was in a festive mood on the eve of christmas. the whole campus gathered at the main gate and started the carol singing going to each house. In each house they sang carol in Hindi, English and Malayalam and there was also a prayer which was concluded by wishing all in the house a happy christmas.


staff expressed their gratitude to Organizations and cascaded the training to village team and SHG animators.

Vat Meeting in the Villages: In this month we conducted 58 Village Action

team (VAt) Meetings to take more active steps in villages. During the VAt Meeting the participants discussed about upcoming activities in the villages. It was noted that the participation of the villagers are increasing day by day and now they are ready to take more initiatives/actions for their villages.

Special Tuition Program:

Special tuition program for the girls those who are studying in class 10&12, (Specially Maths/English subjects) are running fine in all four villages (Lahandola, Manchavally, Shahjahanpur and Daleelgarh).

Mothers Group Meeting:As per the project plan, SJSS organized One

day training programs for Mothers for creating awareness about the Women Empowerment and Maternal care in four villages namely; Daleelgarh, Lahandola, Manchavally and Shahajanpur. Sr. Mancy was the resource person and she oriented the participants on the needs of women empowerment and raise the voice for girl child education, policies and schemes for women and children, experiences of SHGs in village development etc.

sJss NewsDistribution of Solar Lights to Village Girls for promoting Education

With the partnership of Save a Family plan, SJSS provided solar lights to selected

30 village girls those who are studying in Govt. Schools. Organization noticed that in Summer Season the villagers are facing huge power cuts and it was really affected regular schooling too. Joseph Muthuplakkal, Director, Diocesan Social Work, distributed the same with Block chairman …, Fatepur Village Sarpanj Adv. Narendra Bhatti and more than 200 villagers were gathered in this meeting and appreciated the initiatives.

Save Water Sensitization Programme in Adolescent Club Meetings

All our 18 Adolescent clubs are active in villages and they are started to make the villagers sensitive to the common health issues. club Members took initiatives to identify the improvement needed areas where they can save the water and also developed posters to create awareness in the villages. Basic English education and computer courses are going smoothly to empower the village girls.

Training program on Peace Building and Urban Poverty

Four of SJSS staffs attended a three day training program on peace Building and Urban poverty organized by Delhi Regional Forum from 8th to 10th December 2014. After the training the trained


Sports Day Organized:On this day with the support of SpED, SJSS

organized an event called “Village Sports day” for the adolescent girls of all the 20 villages in Aruva Higher Secondary School . Morning as 9.30 with a prayer song we started our day celebrations and Mr. Byju Kurian, project In-charge, given a talk on empowered women for a better world as a inaugural message. team conducted Race on 100, 200, 400 meters and also conducted some interactive sessions to make the girls to interact with participants from other villagers. After the competitions and lunch, Rev. Fr. Sebastain tekhanath, Director of Sanjeopuram children’s village and Adv. Virender Bhati Sarpanch of the Faizupur Village distributes the prizes to the winners. Rev. Fr. tekkenath shared that this is the first phase of the Sports Day and later we will organize the events in a wider way. Adv. Virender Bhati shared his experiences in childhood and the changes he met in presents. He was not forgotten to give sincere thanks to SJSS for this initiative and courage took to organize the same. team was organized busses from every village to gather the youth to Aruva and back.

Food Items Distribution:

In this winter season, SJSS distributed wheat powder, sugar and rice in the underprivileged mohallas of chandpur, Immandipur and Dulaipur villages. Due to many reasons they not even have ration cards to get access to Govt. rations. SJSS met the Block chairman with the villagers and submitted their request for ration cards.

Save A Family Plan –Visit:During the month of Dec 2014, Mr. Semichan

Joseph, Regional Project Officer, SAFP visited SJSS to do a field monitoring and meeting the newly appointed team members of SJSS. He visited 6 villages with the project team and find satisfied with the activities and outcomes through SpED-III project.

2015 the chairperson National council for Women is His Excellency Most Rev. Jacob Mar Barnabas of the Syro Malankara Rite. Members are Most Rev. Edwin colaco Latin Rite & Most Rev. Mar Mathew Arackal Syro Malabar Rite .

Faridabad-Delhi Diocese is proud to Introduce to all our Fraternity Most Rev. Sr. talisha Nadukudiyil S.D. National Secretary of the cBcI council for Women 2015. National meeting was held in Mumbai on the 14th of December where all the 13 regions attended. Northern Region council for women had a Diocesan Secretaries meeting “Speak up for Women & children “ at Jalandhar on the 17th and 18th of January 2015. Rev. Sr. Veronica Monterio BS Northern Regional Secretary Under the Guidance of

National Secretary Rev. Sr. talisha Nadukudiyil hosted the meeting and it was chaired by Most Rev. Ignatius Loyola Mascharanes ,in the presence of Episcopal VG Most Rev. Michael Anikuzhikattil and centre Director Rev. Fr. Joseph Kokkat.

Key Issues discussed on this forum were Eco Concerns , Family Concerns , Human Trafficking concerns. Our Diocese was represented by National council for Women cBcI National Secretary Rev. Sr. talisha Nadukudiyil SD, Mathru Jyothis president Rev. Sr. Mercy Jose cMc ,Mathru Jyothis diocese secretary Mrs.Rosamma George,Rev. Sr. Josy SH Vikaspuri, Mrs. Annie thomas Mathru Jyothis Faridabad Forane representative and Faridabad Mathru Jyothis Mrs. Usha thomas.

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St. Thomas Parish, JanakpuriSt. thomas Syro Malabar parish, Janakpuri

gave reception to the relics of Saints Kuriakose Elias chavara and Euphrasiamma on 21st January 2015 with traditional fanfare and devotion. the holy relics were received by vicar Rev. Fr. John Mylamvelil and parishioners from the Harinagar parish team lead by Rev. Fr. Shijo cMI and lead to the church by procession marked by traditional "Gold cross and Muthukudas". the Mass and Novena were attended by more than 300 parishioners.


St. Francis of Assisi Forane Church, Dilshad Garden

Reception to Holy relics of St. Kuriakose Elias

Chavara and St. Euphrasia

prayerful reception was accorded to the Holy Relics of Sts. chavara and Euphrasia on 18 January at Dilshad Garden St. Francis of Assisi Forane church at 4 p.M. Motor vehicles escorted the relics at the parish border and was received with prayers

and throwing flower petals. Fr. Lijo MST, Parish priest Fr. Kuruvila Marottickal received the relics. Holy Mass, Novena and veneration of relics were held. Hundreds of faithful prayerfully attended the service.

Youth convention

Youth convention for the youth of the St. Francis of Assisi parish was held on January 25th, Sunday. It was named with Greek Name tEKNON, meaning children of God. classes and sessions were led by Don Bosco youth animation team led by Fr. Joe Arimboor. Around 125 youth participated in the event. there were input sessions, group discussion, sharings, games, food and fun. Fr. John puthuva, Br. Jomy, Kaikarans Mr. M. J Joseph and p.p peter, Mathru Jyothis members made the arrangements for the day. Special mass led by youth was celebrated. It was a fruitful day for the parish youth and all got energised and enthused.

St. Mary’s Parish, Mayur Vihar I

Christmas celebrations

With great joy and enthusiasm, the parish community joined together for a christmas celebration this year. christmas carol began on 14th December. We have conducted carol Singing competition and crib competition as a part of our christmas celebration. congratulations to all the winners.

Family Quiz With great joy and immense pleasure, we

congratulate Adv. Jaimon Andrews and family for winning the second prize in the family quiz completion conducted in christuraja cathedral, Faridabad. We also congratulate Mr. pauly Varghese and family and Mr. Shoy Jose and family for their performances in the Quiz competition.

Thiruseshippu Prayanam

the parish community extended a warm welcome for the Holy Relics procession of St.

Kuriakose Elias chavara and St. Euprasia. We thankfully remember Fr. Kuruvila Marottickal and Fr. tiyo Kochukavumpurath for their presence in the procession.

Catechism annual day

catechism annual day was celebrated and Fr. thomas pallath was the chief guest of the day. Our students performed various cultural programmes and we honoured the students who made remarkable achievements in the field of catechism, study, arts and sports. congratulations to all those who are contributing to the development of our catechetical department.


Infant Jesus Forane Church, Palamto witness Jesus’ Love for the poor and

destitute, Members of Mathrujyothis of Infant Jesus’ Forane church, palam collected some old but useful clothes from the parishners and distributed it to the people living on nearby streets and also distributed some food packets to the children living there.

Staff of Infant Jesus Forane Sunday School receives the trophy of Faridabad Diocesan Model Sunday School for the year 2013-14, from His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara.

St. Ephrem Parish

St. George's Parish, Greater Noida

Christmas Celebration

the solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord was celebrated with the solemn vigil Mass, carol singing and cake cutting. the ceremonies were conducted at Jesus and Mary School, Greater Noida. Fr. tiyo Kochukavumpurath cSt, offered the Holy Mass.

Holy Relics Prayanam

the Syro Malabar community of Greater Noida gave a devout reception to the Holy Relics prayanam of St. Kuriakose Elias chavara and St. Euphrasia on Sunday, 25th of January, 2015. After the Solemn Eucharistic celebration we recieved the Holy Relics prayanam. Rev. Sisters

and parishioners of St. Alphonsa church, Noida brought the Holy Relics. Fr. tiyo recieved the Holy Relics along with Rev. Fr. Sebastian and Rev. Fr. thomas of Jesus and Mary School. After the novena and the veneration of the relics by the faithful, the prayanam moved to its next destination. It was really a graceful moment for all to seek the intercession of these Saints.

Ecumenical thanksgiving celebration: We had a marvelous Ecumenical carol service with 7-churches on Sunday 21-Dec. at Ayyappa park, Hastal, organized by Syro-malabar church, Latin

church, cSI church & Marthoma church and others. the programme started at 6.00 p.m. Our choir group led the carol singing from our church and also Mime play by our catechism children.

Retreat : children’s Retreat held on 5, 6 & 7th Jan from 9.30 a.m to 4 p.m. Retreat led by Sr. Joe Maria, Rev. Fr. Dandee and team. Members from Mathrujyothis prepared the lunch. On 8, 9, 10th & 11th Jan 2015, retreat held for parishioners from 6.30 p.m to 9.30 p.m. On Sunday 11-Jan 2015 the retreat was for the whole day. counseling, confession and offer of special prayers for couples were there.


present. The office bearers of the Mathru Jyothis explained about their various activities. His Grace appreciated them, at the same time exhorted them to participate in all the programmes arranged in the diocese actively. the meeting lasted for half an hour.

Soon after meeting the members of the Mathru Jyothis, His Grace visited one more family unit on the same day. the meeting came to an end by 10 pm with supper. It was a hectic day, a day full of meeting the families and interacting with them.

On the second day of the pastoral visit, His grace met the altar boys, catechism teachers, and choir members. All got the chance to introduce themselves and to interact with the Archbishop. Archbishop gave relevant suggestions to each group.

Being the feast day of the patron saint of the parish, Holy Eucharistic celebration was in the evening. At.3.45 pm His Grace was welcomed by the parishioners to the church. the day was more colourful for the parishioners because four children

were to receive the sacrament of Holy communion for the first time and eight children were to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. His grace presided over the Eucharistic celebration and gave a beautiful message to the parishioners. His grace explained to the children who are to receive the sacrament of Holy Communion and confirmation, about the meaning of these sacraments. He also exhorted the parishioners about the need for family prayer, regular participation in the Holy Eucharist, and the need for the spiritual accompaniment of their children. One of the first holy communicant children expressed their thanks to the archbishop for conferring the sacraments to them. It was the first official visit of the Archbishop to the parish and Archbishop expressed his appreciation for the parish. the pastoral visit was concluded with the Holy Eucharistic celebration and the festal celebration went ahead with the procession and the fellowship meal. the parish expresses its sincere thanks to His Grace Archbishop Kuriakose for his valuable presence and visit in the parish.

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Mother Teresa Parish, South Extension

Feast of St. Sebastian on 26th January 2015

Mother teresa parish, South Extension celebrated feast of St. Sebastian on 26th January 2015 at Fr. Agnel School Auditorium, Gautam

Nagar. Feast celebrations were started with Holy Qurbana and traditional procession of “Ambu Ezhunnellippu” of St. Sebastian from St.Lukes’s church to all family units. On 26th January, Feast celebrations started with procession and followed by Holy Qurbana.

Rev. Fr. Babu Kattakkayam SDM celebrated the Solemn Qurbana. Sermon was also given by Rev. Rev. Fr.Benny palatty, our former vicar and priest. He exhorted the parishioners to follow the life and path of saint. He also urged the members to have the compassion and courage of St. Sebastian to overcome the miseries of our life. It is inevitable for us at the time where christians faces the problems in the name of religion. It was an occasion for the faithful to pray, share and seek the blessings of St.Sebastian.

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