MASOC – News Letter
Jubilee Convention Special
“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” 1 Corinthians 15:57
Message from Arch Bishop HE Theethos Mor Yeldhos
Dearly Beloved,
It is with immense pleasure that I
am addressing you through this
News-letter releasing in connec-
tion with our Jubilee Convention.
In 2010 July we are conducting
the Convention to mark the com-
pletion of 25 years of Archdioce-
san Family Conference. This is a
time for thanks giving and grati-
tude. We are greatful to our lov-
ing Lord who brought us all to
this great Country and providing
everything for a smooth life. We
remember with gratitude all
those who initiated our parishes
to worship in our own Tradition
and to protect our Faith.
Message from General Convenor
Respected Priests, Brothers
and Sisters in Christ,
Let me take this opportunity to
extend yet another warm wel-
come for the Silver Jubilee
Convention of Malankara
Archdiocese at the Garden
State Convention Center in
Somerset, New Jersey to be
held from July 22nd – July 25th,
2009. We hope the Jubilee
Convention will be a blessing
for all and that it may enable
each one of you to approach
our Lord more closely in wor-
ship and with gladness.
Malankara Archdiocese of the Syrian Orthodox Church
Jubilee Convention –2010
Somerset New Jersey (July 22-25, 2010)
Volume 1, Issue 1
Dec 2009
The Malankara Archdiocese Special points of interest:
under the fatherly guidance of • Briefly highlight your point of inter-
His Holiness the Patriarch has est here.
grown to a mature Archdicoese
in the Holy Church. I am happy • Briefly highlight your point of inter-
to invite you all to the Jubilee est here.
Convention which will be held in
• Briefly highlight your point of inter-
July 22- 25, 2010 in New Jersey.
est here.
Mark your calender well in ad-
vance to attend the Conven- H.E. Theethos mor Yeldo • Briefly highlight your point of inter-
tion and to share the joy of get- Arch Bishop of USA & Canada est here.
together when our entire fami-
lies are coming together.
May God bless you,
+ Archbishop Theethose Yeldho
Inside this issue:
Editorial 2
Publicity Committee 2
The Jubilee Convention Com- This Convention is a once in a
mittee is making elaborate lifetime opportunity and I Registration Kickoffs 3
arrangements and we expect a strongly encourage you all to
turnout of 500-600 families attend this historic event.
Convention Website 4
participating in the event. As I
write this note, we have 250
families signed up for the
event and we need to step up
our efforts to bring more fami-
lies into this event. So, I
strongly encourage those of
you who have not yet regis-
tered to do so immediately.
Now more than ever, we need
Joby George
your help, support and prayers
General Convener
for the Jubilee Convention.
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Message from the Editor
Small steps for a giant leap
Our Lord Jesus Christ was the greatest com-
municator who ever lived. He communicated through
small parables to the multitude; a language that was
well understood by the kings and pharisees
(theologians) and the common men alike. If our des-
tiny is to mature into God’s character and if this char-
acter is best seen in Jesus who took on the “form of a
servant,” then, as we work out our own salvation in
the realm of conflict and communication, our best
choice of conversation is to emulate the form used by
We look forward to your feedback to make the
Christ.
efforts more meaningful in the coming days.
Our Archdiocese is in a rapid growth path and
Jubilee convention is playing a significant role in bring-
Publicity and Public Relations Committee:
It is with profound happiness that we are
releasing the first edition of this news letter in connec-
tion with the Silver Jubilee Celebration of Malankara
Archdiocese. The main purpose of this monthly publi-
cation is to bring updates and details of the convention
to public. A variety of interesting matters would add in
future editions including regular updates from the
diocesean leadership . As Thirumeni mentioned in His
Eminences message, this is a time for thanksgiving and
gratitude to our Almighty Lord who brought us all to
this great land of freedom and opportunities and show-
ering all blessings on our life journey. When we brush
up our memory, we visualize many members of clergy
and laity of the Archdiocese who put their selfless ef-
forts , time and money to keep up our rich tradition
and good faith in this new world.
On behalf of Publicity and Public Relations
committee a yahoo group named MASOC-NA has
been formed mainly to circulate this news letter
among our parishioners and church members. Mr. Saju
Skaria, AZ has agreed to be The Editor of news Letter
and Mr.Aby Abraham, PA as the moderator of the
group MASOC-NA. I hope the publicity and public
relations committee of a group of talented and skillful
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ing all the faithful together. And, the intent of the
MASOC News Letter is to be the effective media
to communicate the happenings and bring them to
your personal attention for further action.
In this ‘twitter’ and instant messaging age,
we would like to keep our stories and updates short
and crisp to keep the attention span of our readers.
These communications would be invitational, life-
giving, and geared for growth for the individuals
and the church.
Saju Skaria
Editor
professionals having good experience in journalism /
latest technology could bring our dreams in to real-
ity. Archbishop His Eminence Yeldho Mor Theethos
Thirumeni, Mr.Joby George (General Convenor),
Mr.George Korath (National Coordinator),
Rev.Dr.Vargheese Manikat(Diocesan Secretary),
Mr.Abraham Mathew (Diocesan Treasurer) and Mr.
Sunny Paulose (Council rep to Publicity committee)
are thankfully remembered for their guidance and
leadership support. Special word of thanks is due to
Mr. Jijo Joseph for his sincerity and efforts. Let the Biju Cherian,
godly love and truthfulness lead us through the green Coordinator,
pastures. Publicity and
Public Relations
Publicity and Public Relations committee:
Mr. Biju Cherian, NY(Coordinator)
Mr. Sunny Paulose,NY(Diocesan Council Representative)
Mr. Saju Skaria, AZ(Co Cordinator)
Mr. Varghese Palamalayil,Chicago,ILL( Co Cordinator)
Mr. Abey Abraham, PA
Mr. Alexander Kunjukunju,NJ
Mr. M.G.Abraham, Dallas,TX
Mr. Vinu Kuriakose, Austin,TX
Mr. Sony Alex,PA
Mr. Lal.T.John, Canada
Mr. George varghese, Houston, TX
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Philadelphia Registration Kick off

The Silver Jubilee Convention
kickoff for registration was held at the St
Peter’s Syrian Orthodox Church, in Phila-
delphia, Pennsylvania on October 10,
2009. HE Mor Titus Yeldho, Archbishop
and Patriarchal Vicar of the Archdiocese,
inaugurated the event. Many people from
the Northeast region attended the event.
Over 60 families registered for the 2010
Convention at the event itself.

Staten Island Registration Kick off

The local kickoff held at Mor Gregorios (Facility Committee Cocordinator)
Syrian Orthodox Church(Malayalam)Inc Rev.Fr.Rajan Peter etc lead the kickoff
on october 31st saturday during the 34th ceremony
anniversary of the parish and 107th
Picture: Archbishop receiving registration
blessed memory of the patron saint of
form from Mr.John Joseph Alummoottil
the first parish in Archdio-
of Mor Gregorios church
cese. H.E.Archbishop officiated the cere-
mony. Rev.Dr.Varghese manikat(dio.sec)
Rev.Fr.geevarghese Jacob(Dio.Joint
Sec),Biju Cherian,Mr.Saju Paulose Maroth

Westbury Registration Kick off

The New York region registration kickoff
held at St.Peters and St.Pauls Syrian Or-
thodox Church on October 24th Satur-
day,2009 during the Corepiscopo eleva-
tion ceremony of V.Rev.Fr.Issac Paily
Corepiscopo.Several members of various
churches within the region has registered
at this occasion. Archbishop Yeldho Mor
Theethos officially inaugurated the kickoff
ceremony by accepting sponsorship from
Dr.Sunny Thomas(Please varify the name) Diocesan secretary Dr.Manikatt,Treasurer
of St.George church Newcity.Along with Mr.Abraham mathew,venerable corepis-
Mr.Joby george(general convenor) copos , clergy and decons attended this
Mr.George Kattakuzhy colourful ceremony.
(registration),Mr.Sabu Skaria
(Sports),Mr.Geemon George
(Cultural),Mr.Biju Cherian(Publicity and
Public Relations) and coucil members
Mr.George Padiyedath,Mr.Sunny Paulose
coordinated the event to a grant success.
Jubilee Convention Website
Volume 1, Issue 1 Page 4

Jacob Mathew

Webmaster

“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” 1 Corinthians 15:57

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