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2023

Date Time Program

1-6 WYD at Lisbon
07 02.15 pm Return to Kerala for the Syro-Malabar Bishops’
Synod
14 12.00 pm House blessing
15 Golden Jubilee Celebration of Bp. Joseph
Pallikaparambil
21-26 Syro-Malabar Bishops’ Synod
28 10.00 am Baptism
30 11.00 am Curia Meeting

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1. Monthly Recollection of the Priests and Sisters for the month of
August will be conducted on August 7, 2023. The spiritual sharing
will be done by Rev. Fr. Benny Thanninilkumthadathil.
2. The First Ever Eparchial Assembly in our Eparchy will be
conducted on November 9-12, 2023. Let’s prayerfully prepare for
the event.
3. The Abishekagni Eparchial Bible Convention in preparation to
the Eparchial Assembly was conducted on July 14-16, 2023. The
retreat was preached by Rev. Fr. Xavier Khan Vattayil and
team. Around 2400 participants, including the teens and children
experienced the amazing grace of the Lord during these days.
Our heartfelt thanks to Rev. Fr. Xavier Khan Vattayil, team, the
entire crew worked behind it.
5. World Youth Day 2023 will be conducted this year in Portugal at
Lisbon from August 1-6. In preparation to WYD there will be a
special Syro-Malabar Festival from July 26-31 at Minde, Fathima.
Best wishes for the team going from the Eparchy of Mississauga
under the Leadership of H. E. Bishop Jose Kalluvelil and Rev. Fr.
Jojo Changanamthundathil, the Eparchial Director of SMYM.

6. New Appointments
Rev. Fr. Benny Thanninilkumthadathil- Pastor, St. Mother Teresa Syro-
Malabar Catholic Parish, Ottawa
Rev. Fr. Jerlin Francis Kadaplackal- Associate Pastor, St. Alphonsa Syro-
Malabar Catholic Forane, Edmonton.
Rev. Fr. Harold Jose- Pastor in Charge, Infant Jesus Syro- Malabar Catholic
Mission, Barrie; Member, Eparchial Statutes’ Committee.
Rev. Fr. Sajy Chakkittamuriyil- Relieved, Pastor, St. Alphonsa Syro- Malabar
Catholic Parish, Vancouver.
Rev. Fr. Thomas Venmanthara- Relieved, Pastor, St. Jude Syro- Malabar
Catholic Parish Winnipeg and St. Alphonsa Syro- Malabar Catholic Mission,
Portage La Prairie. Appointed as Pastor, St. Alphonsa Syro- Malabar Catholic
Parish, Vancouver.
Rev. Fr. Aji Devasia- Relieved, Pastor, Lourdes Matha Syro- Malabar Catholic
Mission, Windsor; Christ the King Syro- Malabar Catholic Mission,
Chatham and St. Mariam Thresia Syro- Malabar Catholic Mission, Sarnia.

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 Appointed as Pastor, St. Jude Syro- Malabar Catholic Parish Winnipeg and
St. Alphonsa Syro- Malabar Catholic Mission, Portage La Prairie.
Rev. Fr. Augustine Kallumkatharayil- Director, Divine Academy.
Rev. Fr. Thomas Venmanthara- Director, Family Apostolate.
Rev. Sr. Jyothy Thomas AO- Secretary, Family Apostolate.
V. Rev. Fr. Pathros Champakkara- Relieved, Nurses’ Ministry.
Rev. Fr. Daris Cherian- Director, Nurses’ Ministry.
Rev. Sr. Maria Josy CMC- Animator, Nurses’ Ministry.
Rev. Fr. Daris Cherian- Relieved, Director, Vocation Bureau.
Rev. Fr. Joyal Varikkanickal- Director, Vocation Bureau.
Rev. Sr. Cini CMC, Rev. Sr. Jessy AO- Animators, Vocation Bureau.
Rev. Fr. Boby Joy- Relieved, Director, Media Commission.
Rev. Fr. Jojo Changanamthundathil- Director, Media Commission.
Rev. Fr. Daris Cherian- Associate Director, Media Commission.
Rev. Fr. Daris Cherian- Relieved, Director, Bible Apostolate.
Rev. Fr. Joyal Varikkanickal- Director, Bible Apostolate.
Rev. Sr. Mercy Antony CHF- Animator, Bible Apostolate.
Rev. Fr. Tenson Paul- Relieved, Director, Evangelization and Charismatic Renewal.
Rev. Fr. Thomas Kalariparambil- Director, Evangelization and Charismatic
Renewal.
Rev. Fr. John Paleethottathil Kurian SDB- Associate Director, SMYM.
Rev. Sr. Sincy CHF and Rev. Sr. Jisa AO- Animators, SMYM.
Rev. Fr. Aji Devasia- Director, Jesus’ Kids.
Rev. Sr. Maria Josy CMC- Animator, Jesus’ Kids.
Rev. Fr. Plogen Kannampuzha- Director, Holy Childhood.
Rev. Sr. Rose Christy CMC- Animator, Holy Childhood.
Rev. Fr. Johneykutty Kunnath- Director, CML
Rev. Sr. Cini CMC- Animator, CML.
Rev. Fr. Jojo Changanamthundathil- Relieved- Secretary to Bishop.
Rev. Fr. JoyalVarikkanickal- Secretary to Bishop.
Rev. Sr. Rose Christy CMC- Secretary- Catechism Office.
Rev. Sr. Prasanna Thattil CHF- Director, Home Mission and Spiritual Sharing.
7. Presbyteral Council Meeting will be held at 11.30 AM (EST) 8 Sep. 2023.
8. Collage of Consulters Body Meeting will be Held at 11.30 AM (EST) 14 Sep. 2023
9. Pastoral Council Meeting will be held at 11.30 AM (EST) 23 Sep.2023

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 ]utcm-lnXy B≤ym-fln-IX: hN\hn-Nn-¥-\-߃
aev]m≥ amXyp sh≈m-\n-°¬

kss`-Iyhpw kphn-ti-j-{]-tLm-j-Whpw
(Xncp-h-N-\-`mKw: 1 tImdn-t¥mkv 1,1-˛31)

tImdn-t¥m-knse k`mw-K-ßsf ]utem-kv«olm Ah-cpsS hnfn-sb-

°p-dn®pw ZuXy-sØ-°p-dn®pw A\p-kva-cn-∏n-°p-∂p. Cu XncphN-\-`mKw Xmsg-
°m-Wpw-hn[w hn`-Pn-°mw.
1. Bap-Jhpw Biw-km-hm-Iyhpw (1,1˛3)
2. \µnbpw {]m¿∞-\bpw (1,4˛9)
3. k`-bnse `n∂X (1,10˛17)
4. kphn-ti-j-Øns‚ t`mjØw (1,18-˛25)
5. ssZh-hnfn (1,26˛31)
Cu hN\-`mKw AP-]m-e-I¿°p \evIp∂ ktµ-i-߃ a\- n-em°m≥
{ian-°mw.
1. Bap-Jhpw Biw-km-hm-Iyhpw
""Cutim- a n- i n- l m- b psS «olm- b mbn ssZh- l n- X m- \ p- k - c Ww hnfn- ° - s ∏´
]utemkpw ktlm- Z - c ≥ skmkv t X- s \ pw tImdn- t ¥m- k n- e p≈ ssZh- Ø ns‚
k`bv°v Fgp-Xp-∂Xv: Cutim-an-in-lm-bn¬ hnip-≤-cm-b-h¿°pw hnip-≤-cm-Im≥ hnfn-
°-s∏-´-h¿°pw \ΩpsS I¿Øm-hmb Cutim-an-in-lm-bpsS \maw F√m-bn-SØpw hnfn-
®t]£n°p∂ F√m-h¿°pw \ΩpsS ]nXm-hmb ssZh-Øn¬\n∂pw I¿Øm-hmb
Cutim-an-in-lm-bn¬\n∂pw Ir]bpw kam-[m-\hpw'' (1,1-˛3).
BZy-\q-‰m-≠n¬ \ne-hn-en-cp∂ IØp-I-fpsS ssien-X-s∂-bmWv ]utem-
kv«olm Xs‚ cN-\-bnepw kzoI-cn-®n-cn-°p-∂-Xv. AXm-b-Xv, Bcv B¿°v Fgp-
Xp∂p F∂v hy‡-am-°p-∂p. ]utem-kv«olm kzbw hnti-jn-∏n-°p-∂Xv
"Cutim-an-in-lm-bpsS «olm-bmbn ssZh-ln-Xm-\p-k-cWw hnfn-°-s∏-´-h≥'
F∂m-Wv. ]utem-kns‚ ss«ln-I-ÿm\w AwKo-I-cn-°m≥ Iq´m-°mØ Nne¿
tImdn-t¥m-knse kaq-l-Øn-ep-≠m-bn-cp-∂p. ]{¥-≠p-«o-l-∑m-cn-sem-cp-h-\-√m-
Xn-cp-∂-Xn-\m-emWv C{]-Im-c-samcp kml-N-cy-ap-≠m-b-Xv. F∂m¬, ]{¥-≠p-
«o-l-∑m-sc-t∏mse Xm\pw D∞n-X-\mb anin-lmsb k`-bn¬ I≠ (\-S-]Sn
9˛mw A≤ymbw), ss«ln-Im-[n-Im-c-ap≈ hy‡n-bm-sW-∂v ]utem-kv«olm
hy‡-am-°p-∂p.
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 tImdn-t¥m-kn-ep≈ ssZh-Øns‚ k`-bv°mWv ]utem-kv«olm Cu
teJ\w Fgp-Xp-∂-Xv. k` F∂-Xn\v "Ft¢-knbm' F∂ {Ko°p-hm-°mWv D]-
tbm-Kn-®n-cn-°p-∂-Xv. Hcp-an®p Iq´-s∏´ P\-k-aqlw F∂m-Wn-Xn-\¿∞w. ChnsS
CXp ssZh-Øns‚ k`-bm-Wv. ]g-b-\n-b-a-Øn¬ ssZhw Xnc-s™-SpØ P\sØ
kqNn-∏n-°m≥ "Ft¢-knbm' F∂ ]Zw D]-tbm-Kn-®n-cp-∂p. k` ]pXn-b-\n-ba
ssZh-P-\-amWv F∂ bmYm¿∞yw CXn-eqsS ]utem-kv«olm k`mw-K-ßsf
Hm¿Ωn-∏n-°p-I-bm-Wv. AtXm-sSm∏w "Cutim-an-in-lm-bn¬ hnip-≤-cm-b-h¿°pw
hnip-≤-cm-Im≥ hnfn-°-s∏-´-h¿°pw' F∂ hm°p-Iƒ Iq´n-t®¿°p-∂p. k`-bn¬
F√m-hcpw ]cn-ip-≤-\mb ssZh-Øn\pw ssZhm-cm-[-\-bv°pw-th≠n am‰n-\n¿Ø-
s∏-´-h-cm-sW∂v CXp kqNn-∏n-°p-∂p. AXp-sIm≠v k`-bn¬ F√m-hcpw [m¿Ωn-
I-amb Pohn-X-hn-ip-≤n-bn-te°v hnfn-°-s∏-´-h-cm-sW∂v «olm Hm¿Ωn-∏n-°p-
∂p. AP-]m-e-Icpw hnizm-kn-Ifpw hnip-≤n-bn-te-°p≈ Xß-fpsS hnfn-sb-°p-
dn®pw kphn-ti-j-{]-tLm-j-W-Zu-Xy-sØ-°p-dn®pw Ah-t_m-[-ap-≈-h-cm-bn-cn-°-
W-sa∂v CXp \sΩ Hm¿Ωn-∏n-°p-∂p.
2. \µnbpw {]m¿∞-\bpw
""Cutim-an-in-lm-bn¬ \n߃°p ssIh∂ ssZh-Ir-]bv°p Rm≥ \nß-sf-{]Xn ssZh-
Øn\p kZm \µn-]-d-bp-∂p. F¥p-sIm-s≠-∂m¬, Ahn-Sp∂v F√m hn[-Øn-epw, {]tXy-
In-®v, hN-\-Ønepw hn⁄m-\-Ønepw \nßsf kº-∂-cm-°n. anin-lm-sb-∏-‰n-bp≈
km£yw \nß-fn¬ Dd-∏n-°-s∏-´-Xns‚ ^e-ambn, \ΩpsS I¿Øm-hmb Cutim-an-in-
lm-bpsS shfn-]mSp ImØn-cn-°p∂ \n߃°v bmsXmcp Bflo-b-Zm-\-Øn-s‚bpw Ipd-
hn√'' (1,4˛7).
]utem-kv«olmbpsS F√m teJ-\-ß-fn-epw-Xs∂ \µn-{]-I-S\w BZy-
`m-K-Ømbn tN¿°p-∂p-≠v. tImdn-t¥m-knse k`mw-K-ß-fpsS anI-hnepw Xt∂m-
Sp≈ s]cp-am-‰-Øn\pa√ \µn ]d-bp-∂-Xv. ssZhw k`-bn¬ sNbvX al-XvIm-cy-
ß-fmWv \µn-bpsS ASn-ÿm-\w. Fs¥√mw Ipd-hp-Iƒ k`mw-K-ß-fpsS `mK-
Øp-\n-∂p-≠m-bmepw hnizmkw kzoI-cn-°mØ CXc tImdn-t¥m-kp-Im-sc°mƒ
`mKy-]q¿W-amb Pohn-X-amWv hnizm-kn-I-fp-tSXv F∂ kqN-\-bm-Wn-hnsS ImWp-
∂-Xv. am\p-jn-Itam `uan-I-am-{X-tam Bb t\´-߃ henb Imcy-ambn «olm
IW-°m-°p-∂n-√. Cutim-an-in-lm-bn¬ Ah¿°p ssIh∂ Ir]-bmWv {][m-
\w. kXyw {Kln-°p-Ibpw AXp {]tLm-jn-°p-Ibpw sNøm-\p≈ Ir]-bmWv
tImdn-t¥m-kp-Im¿°p e`n-®-Xv. Ah¿ AXp ^e-{]-Z-ambn D]-tbm-K-s∏-Sp-Øp-
Ibpw sNbvXp.
"anin-lm-sb-°p-dn-®p≈ km£yw' F∂Xv {]m[m-\y-a¿ln-°p∂p (1 tImdn
1,6-˛7). "Rß-fpsS km£yw' F∂mWv aqe-{K-Ÿ-Øn¬ ImW-s∏-Sp-∂-Xv. kphn-

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ti-j-km-£y-Øns‚ Dd-hn-S-Øn-te-°mWv CXp hnc¬Nq-≠p-∂-Xv. kphn-tijw
F∂m¬ ssZhw {]h¿Øn® c£m-I-c-{]-h¿Ø-\-ß-fpsS kZvhm¿Ø-bm-Wv.
«ol-∑m-cpsS km£y-Øn-eq-sS-bmWv CXp ssIam‰w sNø-s∏-Sp-∂-Xv. kphn-
ti-j-ssI-am-‰-Ønse k`-bpsS ÿm\w CXp hy‡-am-°p-∂p. Cu ssIam-‰-
amWv kphn-tijktµ-i-Ønse "]mc-ºcyw'. "F\n°p I¿Øm-hn¬\n∂p e`n-
®Xpw Rm≥ \nßsf `c-ta-ev]n-®-Xp-amb Imcyw' (1 tImdn 11,23) F∂v ]n∂oSv
CtX A¿∞-Øn¬ CXp ]cm-a¿in-°-s∏-Sp-∂p-≠v. "km£yw \evIpI' F∂Xv
tIhew hm°p-IƒsIm≠p≈ shfn-s∏-Sp-ج -am-{X-a√. "\n߃ F\n°p
km£n-I-fm-Ip-hn≥' («ol 1,8) F∂mWv I¿Ømhv injy-k-aq-l-tØmSv Bh-
iy-s∏-´-Xv. Xß-fpsS {]t_m-[-\w-sIm≠pw Pohn-Xw-sIm≠pw, Ah-km\w
Poh≥ \evInbpw, «ol-∑m¿ kphn-ti-j-Øn\p km£n-I-fm-bn. Cu kphn-ti-
j-km£yw C∂pw k`-bn¬ XpS-cp-∂p-s≠∂v Dd-∏p-h-cp-Øp-hm≥ AP-]m-e-
Icpw AP-K-W-ßfpw {]tXyIw {i≤n-°-Ww.
3. k`-bnse `n∂X
""ktlm-Z-c-tc, \n߃ F√m-hcpw kzc-t®¿®-tbmSpw sFIy-tØmSpw GI-a-
\-t mSpw GIm-`n-{]m-b-tØm-Spw-IqsS h¿Øn-°-W-sa∂p \ΩpsS I¿Øm-hmb
Cutim-an-in-lm-bpsS \ma-Øn¬ Rm≥ \nß-tfmSv A`y¿∞n-°p-∂p. Fs‚ ktlm-
Z-c-tc, \nß-fp-sS-bn-S-bn¬ X¿°-ß-fp-s≠∂p t¢msb-bpsS _‘p-°ƒ Fs∂ Adn-
bn-®n-cn-°p-∂p. Rm≥ ]utem-kn-t‚-Xm-Wv, Rm≥ At∏m-tfm-kn-t‚-Xm-Wv, Rm≥ tI∏m-
bp-tS-Xm-Wv, Rm≥ anin-lm-bp-tS-XmWv F∂n-ßs\ \nß-tfm-tcm-cp-Øcpw ]d-bp-∂-
Xn-s\-bmWv Rm≥ Dt±-in-°p-∂-Xv. aninlm hn`-Pn-°-s∏-´n-cn-°p-∂pthm? \n߃°p-
th≠n {Iqin-X-\m-bXp ]utem-kmtWm? ]utem-kns‚ \ma-Øn-emtWm \n߃
amtam-Zokm kzoI-cn-®Xv?'' (1,10˛13).
Cutiman-in-lm-bpsS kl-hm-kØ- n-te°p hnfn-°s - ∏´ k`m-ka- q-lØ
- n¬
`n∂X i‡n-{]m-]n-®n-cn-°p∂ ]›m-Ø-e-Øn-emWv ]utem-kv«olm kwkm-
cn-°p-∂-Xv. "ktlm-Z-ctc' F∂ A`n-kw-t_m-[\ {]tXyIw {i≤n-t°-≠-Xm-
Wv. "ktlm-Z-ctc' F∂ hm°v 39 {]mhiyw tImdn-t¥m-kp-Im¿°p≈ Cu
H∂mw teJ-\-Øn¬ D]-tbm-Kn-®n-´p-≠v. amtam-Zo-km-bn-eqsS ]nXm-hmb ssZh-
Øns‚ ]p{X-Xz-Øn-te°v {]th-in-®n-cn-°p-∂-h-cpsS IpSpw-_-amWv k`. A{]-
Im-c-ap≈ k`mw-K-߃ ]-c-kv]cw ktlm-Z-c-ß-fmbn, IpSpw-_m-cq-]n-bnepw
sFIy-Ønepw Pohn-t°-≠-h-cm-Wv. F∂m¬ tImdn-t¥m-knse k`m-k-aq-l-
Øn¬ Bg-amb `n∂X cq]-s∏-´n-cp-∂p. ]utem-kn-s‚bpw At∏m-tfm-kn-s‚bpw
tI∏m-bp-sSbpw anin-lm-bp-sSbpw t]cn¬ `n∂n®p\nev°p∂ ÿnXn-hn-ti-j-
amWv Ahn-sS-bp-≠m-bn-cp-∂-Xv. Ah-cpsS {]t_m-[-\-ß-tfm-Sp≈ B`n-ap-Jy-
amImw Cu hn`-P-\-Øn-\-Sn-ÿm-\w. {Iqin-X-\mb anin-lm-bn-ep≈ hnizm-k-

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sØ- ° mƒ, anin- l m- s b- ∏ - ‰ n- b p≈ {]t_m- [ - \ - Ø n\pw {]t_m- [ - I ¿°pw
{]m[m\yw Iev]n-®p-sIm≠v k`mIq-´m-bvasb inYn-e-am-°n-bn-cp∂ kml-N-cy-
am-W-hn-sS-bp-≠m-bn-cp-∂-Xv. anin-lm-bn¬ GI-i-co-c-am-bn-Øo¿∂ kaq-l-sa∂
\ne-bn-ep≈ Iq´m-bva-bv°mWv k`-bn¬ ASn-ÿm-\-]-c-ambn {]m[m\yw \evtI-
≠-sX∂v ]utem-kv«olm Ahsc DZvt_m-[n-∏n-°p-∂p.
""aninlm Fs∂ Ab-®Xv kv\m\w \evIm-\-√, kphn-tijw {]kw-Kn-
°m-\m-Wv. F∂m¬ hmKvhn-em-k-tØm-sS-b-√, Bbn-cp-s∂-¶n¬ anin-lm-bpsS
Ipcnip hy¿∞-am-Ip-am-bn-cp∂p'' (1,17) F∂v ]utem-kv«olm FSp-Øp-]-d-bp-
∂p. amtam-Zokm \evIp-Itbm at‰-sX-¶nepw IqZm-i-Iƒ \evIp-Itbm sNøp∂
hy‡n-Iƒ Ah-cn¬Øs∂ {][m-\-a-√. ssZhw Ahsc `c-ta-ev]n-®n-´p≈
ip{iqj \n¿h-ln-°pI am{X-amWv Ah¿ sNøp-∂-Xv. IqZm-i-Iƒ ]cn-I¿Ωw
sNøp-∂-h-tcmSpw a‰v ssZhn-I-ip-{iq-j-Iƒ sNøp-∂-h-tcmSpw {]tXyI ASp-
∏hpw _‘hpw tXm∂n-sb-∂n-cn-°mw. F¶nepw Ah¿ Xß-fpsS ip{iq-j-bn-
eqsS hnizm-kn-Isf Xß-fn-te-bv°√ anin-lm-bn-te-°mWv tN¿t°-≠Xpw
ASp-∏n-t°-≠X- pw. ]utcm-ln-Xy-ip-{iqj ss«ln-Ii
- p-{iq-jb
- m-Wv. AXp-sIm≠v
AP-]m-e-I¿ kphn-ti-j-{]-tLm-j-W-Øn-\mWv {]m[m\yw Iev]n-t°-≠-Xv.
kphn-ti-j-{]-tLm-j-W-Øn-eqsS k`m-k-aq-lsØ kvt\l-Ønepw kmtlm-Z-
cy-Ønepw sI´n-∏-Sp-°p-hm≥ AP-]m-e-I¿ {]tXyIw {i≤n-°-Ww.
4. kphn-ti-j-Øns‚ t`mjØw-
""\mi-Øn-epsS Ncn-°p-∂-h¿°p Ipcn-ins‚ hN\w t`mj-Ø-am-Wv. c£-bn-eqsS Ncn-
°p∂ \apt°m AXp ssZh-Øns‚ i‡n-b-t{X. hn⁄m-\n-I-fpsS hn⁄m\w Rm≥
\in-∏n-°pw, hnth-In-I-fpsS hnthIw Rm≥ \njv^-e-am°pw F∂v Fgp-X-s∏-´n-cn-°p-
∂p-h-t√m. hn⁄m\n FhnsS? \nb-a-⁄≥ FhnsS? Cu bpK-Øns‚ Xm¿°n-I≥
FhnsS? euIn-Ih - n-⁄m\sØ ssZhw t`mj-Øa - m-°n-bn-√tbm? ssZh-Øns‚ ⁄m\-
Øn¬ temIw euIn-I-hn-⁄m-\-Øm¬ Ahn-SpsØ Adn-™n-√. X∑qew hniz-kn-
°p-∂-hsc kphn-ti-j-Øns‚ t`mj-Øw-hgn c£n-°m≥ Ahn-Sp∂p Xncp-a-\- mbn''
(1,18˛21).
Ipcn-ins‚ hN\w ]utem-kv«olmbpsS kphn-ti-j-{]-tLm-j-W-Øns‚ D≈-
S-°w-X-s∂-bm-Wv. «olm-bpsS ImgvN-∏m-Sn¬ c≠p Xc-Øn-ep≈ a\p-jy-cm-Wp-≈Xv ˛
\in-®p-sIm-≠n-cn-°p-∂-hcpw c£-bpsS hgn-bn¬ Ncn-°p-∂-h-cpw. \in-®p-sIm-≠n-cn-°p-
∂-h¿ ssZh-hp-am-bp≈ Iq´mbva \jvS-s∏-´-h-cm-Wv. Ah¿°p Ipcn-ins‚ ktµiw
shdpw t`mj-Ø-am-Wv. c£-bn-te°p h∂n-cn-°p-∂-h¿°v Ah-cpsS Pohn-X-ssi-en-
aqew Bflo-b-Im-cy-߃ hne-a-Xn-°m≥ Ign-bp-∂p. Ah¿ kphn-ti-j-Øns‚ alØzw
Is≠-Øp-∂p. kphn-tijw tIhew \ho-\-amb Hcp {]t_m-[-\tam, BI¿j-I-amb

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Hcp hn⁄m-\tam A√. AXp ssZh-Øns‚ i‡n-bm-Wv. anin-lm-bn-eqsS ssZhw
\evInb henb kΩm-\-Øn-\p≈ {]Xyp-Ø-c-am-Wv. A\p-Zn\w anin-lmbv°p tN¿∂-
hn[w Pohn-®p-sIm-≠mWv Cu {]Xyp-Øcw bmYm¿∞y-am-t°-≠-Xv.
]utem-kv«olm XpS¿∂p-]-d-bp∂p: ""blq-Z¿ AS-bm-f-߃ Bh-iy-s∏-
Sp∂p; {Ko°p-Im¿ hn⁄m\w At\z-jn-°p-∂p. Rß-fm-Is´ blq-Z¿°v
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°p∂p'' (1,22-˛23). blq¿°v Ipcniv Akzo-Im-cy-am-bn-cp-∂p. Xßsf cmjv{So-b-
ambpw kmaq-ln-I-]-c-ambpw tamNn-∏n-°p-hm≥ hcp∂ anin-lm-sb-bmWv Ah¿
{]Xo-£n-®n-cp-∂-Xv. AXp-sIm≠v {Iqin-X-\mb aninlm Ah¿°v CS¿®-bm-Wv.
tImdn-t¥m-kp-Im¿ temI-Øns‚ ⁄m\-Øn¬ al-Øzhpw kzmX-{¥yhpw XnI-
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Øm¬ hnfn-°-s∏´ ss{IkvX-h¿°v aninlm ssZh-Øns‚ i‡nbpw ⁄m\-
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√, Ct∏mgpw XpS-cp∂ H∂m-bn-´mWv «olm Ah-X-cn-∏n-°p-∂-Xv. {Iqin-X-\mb
anin-lm-bpsS c£m-I-c-km-∂n≤yw Ct∏mgpw XpS-cp-∂p. hniz-kn-°p-∂-h¿°v
AXv ssZh-Øns‚ i‡nbpw ⁄m\-hp-ambn C∂pw XpS-cp-∂p. Ipcn-in¬
Db¿Ø-s∏-´, D∞n-X-\m-b, anin-lm-bn-ep≈ hnizmkw AP-]m-e-I-cp-sSbpw AP-
K-W-ß-fp-sSbpw Pohn-X-tI-{µ-ambn \ne-sIm-≈-Ww.
5. ssZh-hnfn
""ktlm-Z-c-tc, \n߃°p e`n-®n-cn-°p∂ ssZh-hn-fn-sb-∏-‰n-Øs∂ Nn¥n-°p-hn≥
euIn-I-am-\-Z-WvU-a-\p-k-cn®v \nß-fn¬ _p≤n-am-∑m¿ A[n-I-an√; i‡cpw Ipeo-\cpw
A[n-I-an-√.- F-¶nepw hn⁄m-\n-Isf e÷n-∏n-°m≥ ssZh-Zr-jvSn-bn¬ t`mj-∑m-cm-b-
hsc ssZhw Xnc-s™-Sp-Øp. i‡-am-b-hsb e÷n-∏n-°m≥ temI-Zr-jvSn-bn¬ Ai-
‡-am-b-h-sb-bpw. \ne-hn-ep-≈-hsb \in-∏n-°p-hm≥th≠n temI-ZrjvSym \n m-c-ß-
fm-b-h-sbbpw Ah-K-Wn-°-s∏-´-h-sbbpw C√m-bva-sb-Ø-s∂bpw ssZhw Xnc-s™-
SpØp'' (1,26-˛28).
BZn-a-k-`-bpsS ]›m-Ø-e-Øn¬ {InkvXym-\n-I-fn¬ Gdnb ]¶pw km[m-
c-W-°mcpw kaq-l-Ønse Xmgv∂ X´p-I-fn¬ D≈-h-cp-am-bn-cp-∂p. ⁄m\n-Ifpw
IpSpw-_-a-ln-a-I-fp-≈-hcpw kaq-l-Øn¬ ÿm\-ap-≈-hcpw k`-bn-en-√m-bn-cp∂p
F∂n-hnsS kqN-\-bn-√. `qcn-]£w k`mw-K-ßfpw km[m-c-W-°m-cm-bn-cp-∂p.
C{]-Imcw temI-Zr-jvSn-bn¬ km[m-c-W-°m-cm-b-hsc Xnc-s™-Sp-ØXv ssZh-
Øns‚ al-\o-b-amb {]hr-Øn-bpsS ssh`hw {]I-S-am-°m-\m-Wv. ssZh-Øns‚

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{]hrØn krjvSn-X-s∂-bm-Wv. C√m-bva-sbbpw _e-lo-\-X-sbbpw ssZhw al-
Ø-c-am-°p-∂p. tImdn-t¥m-knse k`-bn¬ \ne-\n-∂n-cp∂ I£n-a-’-c-ßfpw
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{]h¿Ø-\-Øn-\p-ap-ºn¬ kºq¿W-ambpw ^e-iq-\yhpw C√m-bva-bp-am-bn-Øo-
cp-∂p. ssZhw C{]-Imcw {]h¿Øn-°p-∂Xv am\p-jn-I-amb A`n-am-\-Øns‚
km≤y-X-Iƒ Zpco-I-cn-°p-∂-Xn-\m-Wv. \ΩpsS {InkvXo-b-hnfn ssZh-Øns‚
Ir]-am-{X-amWv F∂p \mw AwKo-I-cn-°-Ww.
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AwKo-I-cn-°p-Ibpw thWw. \ΩpsS Pohn-X-Øns‚ Dd-hnSw anin-lm-bm-Wv.
hnizm-kn-I-sf∂ \ne-bn¬ \ΩpsS PohnXw anin-lm-bp-ambn AKm-[-ambn
_‘-s∏-´n-cn-°p-∂p. XnI®pw sshb-‡n-Ia - mb Hcp Bfl-_‘ - a
- m-Wn-Xv. ssZhw
\ap°p anin-lmsb ⁄m\hpw \oXnbpw hnip-≤o-I-c-Whpw ]cn-{Xm-Whpw
B°n-bn-cn-°p∂p (1:30). ]m]-Øns‚ ]nSn-bn-emb a\p-jy\v Cutim-bpsS kphn-
tijw, ssZh-hp-ambn BZy-ap-≠m-bn-cp∂ kl-hmkw km[y-am-°n-bn-cn-°p-∂p.
]nXm-hmb ssZh-Øns‚ kvt\lhpw Icp-Wbpw Ir]-bp-amWv CXp km[y-am-
°n-b-Xv. ]p{Xs‚ Pohn-Xhpw ac-Whpw D∞m-\hpw Aßs\ kphn-ti-j-am-
bn. Acq-]n-bpsS km∂n-≤yhpw kphn-ti-j-Øn-\m-bp≈ {]tNm-Z-\hpw Cu
]pXp-Po-hnXw bmYm¿∞y-am-°p-∂p. hnip-≤o-I-cWw ssZh-Øns‚ kzX-{¥-Zm-
\-am-Wv. AtX-k-abw AXv ssZhn-I-Po-hn-X-ssien \ap°p \evIp-Ibpw sNøp-
∂p. Cu {InkvXo-b-hn-fn-°-\p-kr-X-ambn Pohn-°p-hm≥ AP-]m-e-I¿ AP-K-W-
ßsf t_m[-h¬°-cn-°-Ww.
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°p-dn-®p-ap≈ t_m≤yw F\n-°pt≠m?
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- n\p km£yw \evIp-
hm≥ Rm≥ ]cn-{i-an-°p-∂pt≠m?
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Rm≥ Fßs\ ]cn-{i-an-°p∂p?
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{µ-am-bn-Øo¿∂n-´pt≠m?
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- p-kr-Xa
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- sf Rm≥ t_m[-
h¬°-cn-°p-∂pt≠m?

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 NEWS FROM DEPARTMENTS

DEPARTMENT OF CATECHESIS

Mr. Kevin Shaw Memorial Catechism Scholarship 2022-2023

In honour of the cherished memories of Mr. Kevin Shaw, who was a
parishioner of St. Mother Teresa Syro-Malabar Parish Calgary and a
Catechist at St. Alphonsa Cathedral Mississauga, the parents of Kevin
have generously established an award to recognize the top-performing
Grade XII students in Catechism. This year, we are pleased to present
the award to those Grade XII graduates who achieved outstanding
results, scoring 95% marks in the Catechism Exam. Each recipient will
receive a prize of $150. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to
Rev. Fr. Thomas Kalariparambil for coordinating this initiative, and I
am deeply grateful to Kevin's parents for their kind support. I assure
them of my prayers.

Scholarship Holders
1 Mississauga Sarah Barried
2 Hamilton Joel George Vadakken
3 Hamilton Joe Vallippalam Joseph
4 Cambridge Greety Elsa James
5 Calgary Amala Joshy
6 Vancouver Reya Rajesh
7 Vancouver Edwin Stephen

Mission Catechesis Annual Day

On June 24, 2023, Mission Catechesis, the Virtual Academy of Faith
Formation of the Eparchy of Mississauga, joyously celebrated its First

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Annual Day. The event was attended by numerous parents, students,
and teachers. His Excellency Bishop Jose Kalluvelil delivered the
Presidential address and extended his congratulations to the dedicated
team behind this significant mission. During the ceremony, the Bishop
also unveiled the first e-Souvenir, "Missio Dei," which showcased
articles and writings from the Catechism students.
Aby Vandanth served as the MC for the program, which commenced
with a prayer led by Sr. Jissa. Ms. Aann Abraham, the Principal, warmly
welcomed all attendees, and Mr. Santhosh George, the Vice Principal,
presented the annual report for the academic year. Rev. Fr. Augustine
Kallumkatharayil, the Director of the Dept of Catechesis, offered an
outlook on the Mission Catechesis and the significance of it within the
vast geographic context of Canada.
The program featured energetic action video songs performed by
JK/SK and Gr-1 classes., Mr. Juvans Joseph, who is a Catechist, gave a
felicitation, representing all the teaching staff. Mr. Sebin Paulose,
representing the parents from Cornwall, ON, expressed gratitude to
the teachers and all attendees. The event concluded with a blessing
bestowed by the Bishop.

Eparchial Catechetical Commission (ECC) Meeting

ECC meeting was conducted on 13 July 2023 to plan the academic
year 2023- 2024.

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Academic Year 2023-2024
The commencement of the 2023-2024 Catechism Academic Year is
scheduled for September 10, 2023.

New Catechist’s Orientation Seminar

The Department of Catechesis, Eparchy of Mississauga, has
organized an Orientation Seminar intended for all newly appointed
Catechists and Youth Associates. Separate orientation seminars will
be conducted for new Catechists in both the East and West regions.
Attendance at the Orientation Seminar is compulsory for all newly
appointed Catechists and Youth Associates who are volunteering to
teach catechism in the upcoming year 2023- 2024.
September 30, 2023 – Orientation Seminar for New Catechists of
Eastern Region (10:30 AM-01:00 PM EST)
September 30, 2023 – Orientation Seminar for New Youth Catechists
of Eastern & Western Regions (10:30 AM-01:00 PM EST)
October 21, 2023 – Orientation Seminar for New Catechists of Western
Region (10:30 AM-01:00 PM MDT)

EXAMS AND GRADUATION

First Term Examination- 14 January 2024.
Final Examination- 26 May 2024.
Grade 12 Graduation-1 June 2024.

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 PIOUS ASSOCIATIONS FOR CHILDREN
Dear parents of Pious Members
As we close off the Pious year 2022-23 I want to take this opportunity
to thank all the animators, leaders and members for all their hard work,
dedication and prayers throughout the past year.

Below are some of the highlights of our activities during the month
of July 2023.

PAC Thanksgiving Mass and Special Meeting

We had our PAC Thanksgiving mass on July 22, 2023 at 9:00am EST
which was celebrated by His Excellency Mar Jose Kalluvelil at
St.Alphonsa Cathedral Mississauga. The Holy Qurbana was live
telecast on the Cathedral YouTube Channel. The Qurbana was followed
by a special year end meeting via zoom.

As informed by Pithave during our 5th Anniversary gathering, PAC is

currently branching out from under
one umbrella to independently
develop each individual
association. Hence the purpose of
this online gathering was for all of
us to come together as one big PAC
family and share our
accomplishments in the last 5
years. The meeting started on an
auspicious note with a prayer song
by the leaders of PAC, St.Alphonsa
Cathedral. We then had the PAC
Director Rev.Sr.Christy, CMC
welcome everyone to the meeting,

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followed by an experience sharing by Rev. Fr.Augustine
Kallumkatharayil. This was followed by the keynote address by His
Excellency Mar Jose Kalluvelil who shared his vision for the growth of
each of the associations, Jesus Kids under the leadership of Rev.Fr.Aji
and Rev.Sr.Josy,CMC, Holy Childhood Association under the
leadership of Rev.Fr.Plogen and Rev.Sr.Christy,CMC and
Cherupushpam Mission League under the leadership of
Rev.Fr.Johnykutty and Rev.Sr.Cini,CMC. Pithave shared that though
we are branching out we should all work together with the aim to bring
Jesus as the center of the lives for children. After Pithave’s message we
had a grace filled dance performance by the members of PAC from
St.Thomas Forane Church, Scarborough. Thereafter we had an open
discussion where animators and leaders shared their experience over
the last 5 years. We had Ancy from Holy Family Parish,Berwick, Anju
from St.Alphonsa,Vancouver and Molgy and Susha from St.Alphonsa
Cathedral Mississauga who shared their experiences from the animators
side while Albeena from St.Alphonsa Cathedral Mississauga and Nevin
from St.Mary’s Parish London represented the leaders from PAC. The
meeting concluded with a vote of Thanks by Rev.Sr.Cini,CMC and a
final blessing by Pithave. We thank all those who joined the meeting
and look forward to working as part of the new associations in the
coming year.

For more information, please contact Rev. Sr. Christy,CMC at

paceofm@gmail.com.

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 DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY APOSTOLATE
Marriage Preparation Course-MPC
The Family Apostolate organized a Marriage Preparation Course
virtually on July 22 to 24 with 46 youngsters aspiring to step into marital
life. The sessions were coordinated by Sr. Jyothy with several resources
from around Toronto. Director Fr. Thomas Venmanthara and the family
apostolate teaching team led sessions and interacted with the
participants.
Next courses will be organized on September 23 to 25, 2023, and
on November 4 to 6, 2023.
Contact: 6478581449 Sr. Jyothy A.O.
Tel: 437-229-7144 email: familyapostolate.ca@gmail.com
The Family Apostolate celebrates World Day of Grandparents and the
Elderly
Together with the Mathruvedi and
Pithruvedi at St. Thomas Forane
Church, Toronto, the Family
Apostolate celebrated the Day of
Grandparents and elderly on July
23 in tune with the exhortation of
Pope Francis. Grandparents were
specially remembered during
Masses all over the World. In St.
Thomas Forane Church,
Scarborough, Toronto, Rev. Fr.
Baiju Chakkery offered a special Mass for them, and a meeting was
organized at Marthoma Hall with several Grandparents and Seniors
attending it. Sr. Jyothy AO welcomed the guests and attendees. Rev.
Fr. Baiju who presided over the meeting appreciated the contributions
of Grandparents to the growing grandchildren and thanked them for
being available for them despite the difficulties of weather and traveling
conditions. All Grandparents introduced themselves and many of them
briefly shared their experiences in upbringing children and the
challenges they overcame.

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 DEPARTMENT OF NURSES MINISTRY

Chain Rosary
Nurses Ministry conducted Marian day
chain rosary on July 13th, 2023, with all regions
across Canada.

Daily online Zoom Prayer

Nurses from all over Canada continue to pray online for all the
nurses and the whole world every day at 3 pm.

Prayer meetings
All regions joined the monthly prayer meeting every Monday from
8.30 pm to 10.30 pm. Every first Monday, the international resource
team gives the word of God.

Monthly regional events

All regions continue to gather for monthly prayer meetings.
Niagara region conducted monthly with the participation of around 20
nurses.
Niagara Nurses ministry held a first aid booth during the parish
picnic on July 8, 2023.

Special Events
International Nurses ministry conducted praise and worship train-
ing for 4 days during the month of July.
Canadian Nurses Ministry is praying every Saturday for the res-
toration of peace in Manippoor and all those who suffer in Manippoor.
International Nurses ministry is conducting a night vigil on July
28, will be joined by nurses ministry from different countries from dif-
ferent continents.
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 ST. ALPHONSA
PARISH, CAMBRIDGE

Parish Council Meeting

A parish council meeting was held on July 13, 2023, to discuss the
upcoming parish events, including the parish picnic, parish feast, the
eparchial assembly discussions, and more.
World Day for Grandparents and Elderly
Since biblical times, old age has been viewed as a sign of experience
and wisdom. Aging was meant to be a constant reminder of God's
unending care and concern for all his children throughout the ages. In
2021, Pope Francis established the celebration of the World Day for
Grandparents and Elderly on the fourth Sunday of July, near the
liturgical memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of
Jesus (July 26). And so, on Sunday, July 23, 2023, a special prayer and
blessing was bestowed upon the grandparents and seniors of our parish
by Rev. Fr. Boby Joy Muttathavalayil, soon after the Holy Qurbana. A

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cake was cut to celebrate the event. May this celebration serve as a
reminder to all of us to cherish the time we spend with seniors, be it
through listening to their little stories, or learning from their lives. God
sows the seed of faith; our seniors continue to water it!
Family Unit Discussions on Eparchial Assembly
In order to prepare for the Eparchy of Mississauga's first Eparchial
Assembly, scheduled to be held in November of 2023, the various
family units of our parish will convene to discuss the Eparchial
Assembly's preparatory document. May the
Holy Spirit guide them to have fruitful
discussions.
News from the Catechism Department
Grade 12 Graduation
St. Alphonsa Parish, Cambridge, was
proud to mark the graduation of our grade 12
student, Ms. Greety Elsa James for the 2022-23
academic year. Greety's commendable and
exceptional performance, through her commitment, perseverance, and
determination, was well-reflected in her scores during her faith journey.
Congratulations Greety!
May God bless her so as to
shine the light of Christ
wherever she goes!
Installation of Altar
Servers
The altar server
installation was held at our
parish on Sunday, July 9,
2023. Thirty-two children
were trained both online
and in-person by our
pastor, Rev. Fr. Boby Joy Muttathuvalayil, and Rev. Sr. Cini CMC. Many
thanks to the parents and teachers for being a source of inspiration and
encouragement for our children. Congratulations to all our altar servers!

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 ST JOSEPH
PARISH HAMILTON

Faith Fest 2023

On 3rd June
2023, a full day
faith fest was
organized for
all the children
in our parish by
Jesus Youth. It
was a big hit
among the kids
with many par-
ents helping as
volunteers.

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 HOLY COMMUNION CELEBRATIONS

DUKHRANA THIRUNNAL

The parish celebrated the feast of St. Thomas on 2nd July 2023.
The celebrations were organized by the St. Thomas family unit.

FEAST OF ST. ANTONY

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 On 11th June 2023, our parish celebrated the feast of St. Antony of
Padua. The celebrations were organized by St. Antony family Unit.
CLASS 12 GRADUATION

FATHER'S DAY PAINTING CONTEST

On 17th June 2023, all children were invited to submit paintings de-
picting images of their vision of Father's Day.

CELEBRATING GRANDPARENTS DAY

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 Our parish celebrated World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
on 23rd June 2023.

BIRTHDAY
CELEBRATION OF OUR
PARISH PRIEST
On 8th July 2023, we
celebrated the birthday of our
dear parish priest Fr. Tomy
Chittinapilly.

SOCCER CAMP
On 8th July, a soccer camp was arranged for all the children of our
parish. It was a huge success and hope to see more of these in the future!

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 ST. MOTHER THERESA
PARISH, NIAGARA FALLS

Parish Picnic a Resounding Success! (July 8th)

St. Mother Theresa Parish family came together for an incredible
day of fun and fellowship at the Parish Picnic. The event commenced
with a Holy Mass, celebrated by our beloved Fr. Tomy, and was fol-
lowed by exciting games, cultural programs, and a delightful DJ evening
with approximately 350 to 400 people having enjoyed the festivities.

Father's Day Celebration with Love (June 18th)

Father's Day was a heartwarming occasion at St. Mother Theresa
Parish. After the Holy Mass, Fr. Tomy offered special prayers for all
the fathers present. The children surprised their dads with touching
gifts, making it a day of love, appreciation, and gratitude. Our fathers
felt cherished and blessed by the whole parish community.

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Ezuthinurithu (May 28th)
Feast of Pentecost: Kids initiated their learning and growth in
Knowledge through Ezhuthiniruth.

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SMYM Gathering (July 5th)
Our SMYM gathering
this summer, stressed the
importance of staying con-
nected to the church and each
other. The event was a great
success with many group
bonding activities.

Grandparents Day (July 23rd)

All grandparents were called to the front, where they received
candles and special prayers from Fr. Tomy. The grandchildren lovingly
prayed "Our Father" for their grandparents, making it a heartwarming
moment for all.

St Thomas Feast (July 2nd)

St. Thomas Family Unit organized a magnificent celebration for
the Feast of St. Thomas. The day began with the Agoshamaaya Kurbana,
led by Fr. Tomy, followed by unit-wise pradhukshanam and a mean-
ingful nercha. The devotion and unity of our parishioners made the
celebration truly special.

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 ST. THOMAS FORANE
PARISH, SCARBOROUGH

Dukrana Feast of Saint Thomas, Patron of the Parish

It was an overwhelmingly joyous and spirit-filled occasion for all
the parishioners as we celebrated the feast of the martyrdom of Saint
Thomas, the father of our faith, from June 30 to July 2. Rev. Fr. Baiju
Chakkery hoisted the flag on Friday in the presence of more than 275
'Presudenthees' who hosted the feast, as well as other parishioners
and visitors and guests. Following the Holy Mass and Ladeenju, there
was a spectacular cultural show performed by our children, including
a skit on Saint Theresa.
Highlights of the second day were the solemn Raza Mass celebrated
by Rev. Fr. Bobby Muttathuvaalayil, followed by ladeenju and
Kazunnu nercha, a cultural show and display of fireworks.

Mrs. Salma Sahid, MP for Scarborough Centre inaugurated the

cultural evening on Canada Day. After the Mass, the refreshing
'Kalasandhya' featured high-energy performances by the youth
community, international students, and members of family units.
Parish theatre staged a drama on the life of Saint Deva Sahayam Pillai,
the first lay saint from India canonized in recent years. The night was

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topped off with a spectacular display of fireworks. The church and
premises were beautifully illuminated this year with a unique
arrangement of lights.

On the feast day, Rev. Fr. Pathrose Chambakkara, Vicar General

celebrated Holy mass in the presence of hundreds of parishioners and
devotees. The statue of Saint Thomas taken around the neighborhood
in a well arranged procession, as a mark of devotion to the Saint and
depicting the salient features of the Syro-Malabar tradition, devotedly
and prayerfully. The devotees enjoyed the lunch and various activities
counters set up for the day.
Pilgrimage to Martyr's shrine at Midland
A team of parishioners joined the
pilgrimage to the Martyr's shrine at
Midland on July 8th, along with the
members of various Syro Malabar
Parishes. The day was assigned for the
Syro Malabar Community to visit and
offer special prayers. Pilgrims joined
Holy Mass celebrated by Fr. Baiju
Chakkery and other priests. Martyrs'

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Shrine is a Roman Catholic church in Midland, Ontario, which is
consecrated to commemorate the martyrdom of the Jesuit priest Jean
de Bréboeuf and his seven other companions from the mission of
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons in 1649. It is one of the nine national
shrines in Canada.
Eparchial Bible Convention-Abhishekagni.
Large number of our
Parishioners joined
Abhishekagni- the three days
Spiritual renewal retreat led
by Rev. Fr. Xavier Khan
Vattayil, on July 14 to 16 in
Oshawa. H.E. Mar Jose
Kalluvelil inaugurated the
Convention during the
concelebrated Holy Mass
together with Rev. Fr. Vattayil
and Parish priests from all local
Parishes. AFMC team also led
retreat for the youth simultaneously on all three days. Sessions for
smaller children on all three days were coordinated by our Parish team.
Parish Picnic

Parishioners enjoyed a day of sunshine to celebrate our "koottayma"

and to have fun at the parish Picnic on July 22 at Ionview Park and the

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church premises. There was a huge participation of women and children
in the sports and games, and fun activities. St. Thomas Family unit
scored the highest points, followed by St. Joseph Family unit. Earlier
the day, Fr. Baiju Chakkery blessed the food stalls. Trustees and picnic
team members led the activities and games.
World day for Grandparents and Elderly Celebrated
We celebrated 'World Day for Grandparents and Elderly" on July
23rd Sunday with the purpose of
creating a bond between the
young and the old. Following the
Holy Mass specially offered for
them, there was a public meeting
largely attended by Seniors and
grand-parents organized in
association with the Family
Apostolate. Sr. Jyothy AO
welcomed the gathering. Rev. Fr.
Baiju Chakkery inaugurated the
meeting and blessed all seniors.
Grandparents introduced themselves and were felicitated by Johnson
Irimpan and Trustees. A cake was cut and shared . Programs ended
with an agape and cultural program of children.
Parish paid homages to Mr. Joseph Scaria Thevarkunnel, (T.S. Joseph),
former parish secretary of Syro Malabar community during1992-1993,
who passed away on Tuesday June
27, 2023.
JOY Retreat for Youth
The long-awaited retreat by Rev.
Fr. Daniel Poovannathil organized
by the International and national
youth was held at our Parish on
July 28 to 30. More than 400
registered participants attended the
retreat.

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PARISH OSHAWA

Feast of Dukrana
On July 3rd, Dukrana feast was celebrated with a Holy Mass at 7
pm followed by Ladeenj. A considerable number of parishioners
attended the the day of obligation.
Faith Fest
Pray, Learn, Play, Work, share and grow together in Jesus Christ
…. Three days of intensive and interesting Faith Fest was conducted
by the department of catechism for children and youth (Grade 1 to Grade
12) on July 4th, 5th, and 6th from 9 am to 4 pm. The faith fest was led by
Jesus Youth Team, Resource persons from parishes, Catechism teachers,
and youth associates. Main Themes were Faith, Sacramental living,
Church living, Apostolic Creed, Prolife and abortion. Along with praise

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and worship session, action songs, dance, various fun filled outdoor
activities, movie show and field trip were organised. Delicious lunch
and snacks were served during these days. Volunteers and PTA actively
supported the faith fest. Special Holy Mass for kids was celebrated by
Fr. Tenson Paul during these days. Faith fest ended with a special prayer
and photo session.
Pilgrimage to Martyr’s Shrine Midland for Sixty Klus Parents and
Grandparents
For the first time in Oshawa church Pilgrimage to Midland was
arranged on July 8th, 2023. This was a fully sponsored trip by a parish
member for the parents and grandparents over 60 years and old.
Around thirty-five members and few volunteers and family
accompanied the trip with parish Priest in a school bus. Food and
snacks were provided. It was a wonderful opportunity for them to
mingle and know each other and attend Syro Malabar Qurbana at
Midland church and created the memories with their spiritual songs,
jokes, games and by sharing their experience of the trip. They were
overwhelmed with joy and emotions and expressed the trip as a
memory of lifetime for them. At the end of the trip, they bid good by

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with a teary eye with a hope to meet again. Fr. Tenson and parishioners
wholeheartedly congratulated and appreciated the sponsor and
volunteers for bringing up this unique initiative.
Catechism Graduation and Certificate distribution for all Grades

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 On July 9th Sunday a Special Holy Mass was offered for graduating
students of the year 2023. Grade 12 Students wearing a blue gown
walked in a procession with offerings, along with Parish priest and
altar servers in the beginning of the Holy Mass. After the Mass
graduation ceremony was held. Fr Tenson honoured the graduates
and gave a message for the occasion. Hanna Joby gave a speech on
behalf of graduating students; Toast was raised by Larissa Thomas.
Mr. Joshy Varghese presented vote of thanks. After the graduation
ceremony certificates of honour and course completion were presented
to all children. The ceremony ended with a photo session and snack
distribution.

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PARISH, EDMONTON

Catechism Anniversary and Grade 12 graduation

The 10th Catechism Anniversary and Grade 12 Graduation Ceremony
took place on 2023 June 11. It was an occasion to thank Lord for all the
blessings throughout the year and to nourish the talents of our children.
The celebrations began with the Holy Mass at 3:30 pm celebrated by
the Vicar Rev. Fr. Jacob Edakalathur. Followed by the Holy Mass, there
took place the cultural programs enriched by different cultural activities.
In the meeting Rev. Fr. Varghese Munduvelil, former vicar of the parish
encouraged the children by his presence and words of appreciation.
Fourteen of our grade 12 students who graduated this year were
honored with certificates and medal during the catechism day
celebrations. The cultural programs will surely help the children to
enrich their God given talents. Dinner was also served after the program
for all.

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Fathers' Day Celebration
Father's Day was celebrated on 2023 June 18, Sunday. Holy Mass
was offered at 10.00 am by Rev Fr Sunny Kalampanathadathil for all
the special intentions of the fathers and dedicated all the fathers in the
parish. Knight of Columbus coordinated Fathers' Day celebrations in
our parish which was a different experience. A rosary was gifted to all
the fathers, and it was an honoring moment to all the fathers of the
parish. Burger hot dog lunch was served to all, and all the kids received
cotton candy. Fr. Jacob congratulated and appreciated Knights of
Columbus for making this day so special.

Hearty Welcome to New Assistant Vicar

Fr. Jerlin Kadaplackal a priest in the Diocese of Thamarassery is the
newly appointed Assistant Vicar of St. Alphonsa Syro Malabar Catholic
Forane Church Edmonton. Our church community received Fr Jerlin
from the airport in the Leadership of our Vicar Fr Jacob Edakalathur,
Trustees, SMYM and parishioners on 2023 June 28. Fr. Jerlin celebrated
his first Holy Mass in the parish on the same day at 18.30 in which
many parishioners participated and after which an official welcome
was given from the church. Fr. Jacob, Vicar wished him warm welcome
and prayers in the ministry. Fr. Jerlin took charge of the office on 2023
August 2, Sunday as the Assistant Vicar.
Dukhrana Thirunnal (St. Thomas Day) Celebration
Dukhrana Thirunnal was celebrated on 2023 July 02, Sunday. The
celebrations began with the Solemn Holy Qurbana in which Rev.Fr

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George Thattuparambil was the Main Celebrant and Fr. Jacob
Edakalathur, & Fr.Jerlin Kadaplackal the Con-celebrants. Followed by
the Holy Mass Ladeenj, Novena and Procession to the entrance of the
church were filled with so much blessings. There was Nercha for
everyone as part of the feast.
Festal Greetings to Rev. Fr. Jerlin Kadaplackal
The feast of the Assistant Vicar Rev.Fr. Jerlin (Thomas) Kadaplackal
was on July 3 since he bears the name of Thomas as his heavenly patron.
After the Solemn Holy Mass of 2023 July 2, Sunday Rev. Fr. Jacob
Edakalathur (vicar) and Trustees wished him the greetings of the day
on behalf of all the parishioners. All those who bear the name Thomas
were also honored in the same occasion. Happy Feast!
Summer BBQ
The Summer BBQ (Parish Picnic) was conducted on July 8th,

Saturday from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm at Sir Wilfred Laurier Park. The day
was fun filled with different games,
sports, competitions, food, and other
entertainments. There was a surprise
flash mob coordinated by SMYM.
Volunteers from SMYM, Mathruvedi,
Knight of Columbus, Pithurvedi,
Trustees, and Parishioners worked hard
to make this event memorable. Over 400
families participated in the Picnic and
BBQ
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Parish Feast 'Kodiyettu' (Flag Hoisting)
On 2023 July 23, Sunday the Flag hoisting for the Feast of St. Alphonsa
had taken place. Novena in preparation for the Feast of St. Alphonsa
has also begun. The celebrations
began with the Solemn Holy
Mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Jacob
Edakalathur at 10.00 am.
Followed by the Holy Mass, after
the Ladeenju and Novena, the
priests and the faithful moved in
procession for the flag hoisting.
Rev. Fr. Jacob Edakalathur
hoisted the flag. Rev. Fr. Jerlin
Kadaplackal was present in the
ceremony.
Festal Greetings to Rev. Fr. Jacob Edakalathur
The feast of Rev. Fr. Jacob was celebrated on 2023 July 23, Sunday.
Even though the feast day is on July 25th it was celebrated in anticipation

considering the convenience. After the Holy Mass of 10.00 am Rev. Fr.
Jerlin, the Assistant Vicar, the Trustees and Lynette representing
Catechism students wished Fr. Jacob all the blessings and greetings of
feast and offered the bouquet of flowers as a token of love and concern.

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Happy Feast dear Fr.
Jacob. May the
Almighty bless you
abundantly.

Grand Parents’ Day

Grand Parent’s Day
was celebrated on
2023 July 23. After the
Holy Mass of 10.00
am the Grandparents
were honored and
there was special prayer service for the grandparents. As part of the
Grandparents day, candies were distributed by the Grandparents to
all. May God grant all the blessings and health to all our dear
Grandparents.

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 CHRIST THE KING
PARISH, SASKATOON
SASKATOON, NORTH BATTLEFORD AND LLOYDMINSTER

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION GRAND PARENTS' DAY

OF HANNAH AND JOHN

"YUVA SANGAMAM"-YOUTH
GATHERING

FAITH FEST

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PARISH, CALGARY

Talent Fest
Talent fest 2023 was
conducted on June 24
and 25. Various
competition for
different age groups
were conducted and
prizes were given.
Catechism day and
send off to XII
Graduates
We celebrated the
catechism day on 2nd
July, Sunday.
Proficiency prizes and
other awards for
various competitions
were given out on that
day. Performances of
various age groups
from kindergarten added much color to the programs of the day. XII
graduates were given warm send off on that day. We specially
acknowledged the service done by RoseMary who is going back to India
to take over the family business there. She played different roles in our
parish as a dedicated catechism teacher, our Vice principal, sacramental
coordinator and parish council member.
Duhkrana
The martyrdom of St. Thomas , the apostle was celebrated with solemn
Mass on July 3rd. After the Mass parishioners gathered at the foyer to
greet the pastor on his feast day.

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Holy Communion
July 08th was a blessed
day for our parish
community. After due
preparation eight of
children received Jesus in
their hearts in most solemn
form. We appreciated the
dedication of Mrs Rose
Mary, Lissy Purathur and
Neena who spend their
time to prepare the children
for the day.
Youth Seminar
One day workshop for young adults were arranged on July 15th.
Mr. Abraham Stephen was the guest speaker of the day. Thirty children
attended the seminar .

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Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
Day for the Grandparents and the Elderly were celebrated with much
color on July 23. Rev. Fr. Sony was the main celebrant of the day. After
the mass Fr. Vicar said the special prayer for Grandparents and the
Elderly and blessed them. They were given a small token of appreciation
on that day. There were fifty five grand parents who were honored on
the day.

Award to KOC
Our KOC was awarded as the Star
council by the supreme council .
Congratulations to the team.

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PARISH VANCOUVER
St. Alphonsa & St. Thomas Feast
The Syro-Malabar
Parish of Vancouver
celebrated Annual Parish
Feast on July 2, 2023 with
all pomp and grandeur.
The feast day began with
Solemn Qurbana
celebrated by Fr. Sajy
Thomas and Fr. Babu
Mathew. Many families
came forward as
Prasudenthis and there
was special prayer for
them in the beginning of
the mass. Qurbana was followed by procession, entertainment
programs and fellowship dinner (snehavirunnu).
Thank you, Rev. Fr. Sajy Thomas Chakkittamuriyil
After serving St.
Alphonsa parish for 3
years, we bid farewell to
our beloved pastor Rev.
Fr. Sajy Thomas. A send-
off meeting was organized
as part of Parish feast. We
thank Fr. Sajy Thomas for
his services and
dedication towards our
community!

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Welcoming Rev. Fr. Thomas Venmanthara
Our new parish
priest Rev. Fr.
Thomas Venman-
thara officially
assumed office on
July 13, 2023. Parish
council and other
parish members
officially welcomed
Achan on Thursday
and on his first mass
with our parish on Sunday. We welcome Fr. Thomas wholeheartedly
to Vancouver.
Faith Fest 2023
Catechism &
Pious department
organized Faith Fest
2023 for kids on June
10 & June 11. Mother
Cynthia Lay
(Founder of St.
Joseph’s Missionary
of Sacrifice) took
classes for kids and
there were also
games and fun
activities.
Santom Fest 2023
The much-awaitedmega Carnival “Santom fest” was held on July 8,
2023. It was a fun-filled day with sport events, food, and entertainment
programs. Tug-of-war was the main highlight of the event. We thank
all our sponsors for their financial contributions and all our volunteers
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thank our community
and people from other
communities who
participated in this
event and made this
event successful.

We celebrated the
"World Day for
Grandparents and
Elderly" on July 23.
There was a special
prayer and blessing
for all grandparents
after the mass. It was
followed by cake
cutting organized by
Mathruvedi.
Parish Council
Parish council for
the month was held
on July 23, 2023. Parish day planning, buying a mission house for
church, volunteer appreciation, St. Alphonsa day, Retreat & Ettunombu
were discussed and action items were decided

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 JULY
2023

01 05.00 pm Celebrated Holy Qurbana at Moncton

02 10.00 am Celebrated the feast of St. Thomas and
participated in the Catechism Anniversary at
Halifax
03 09.30 am Returned to Toronto
08.00 pm Presided over the Finance Council meeting
04 04.00 pm Gave message to C Malayalamin connection with
Eparchial Bible Convention
05 11.00 am Presided over the Curia meeting
08 05.00 pm Presided over the Catechism Anniversary
celebration at St. Mary’s Church, London
09 08.00 am Conducted the Mission Appeal at St. Mark’s
Parish, Etobicok
10 11.00 am Participated in the Monthly Recollection
08.00 pm Presided over the Finance Council meeting
11 06.00 pm Offeredoffice of the dead, Oshawa
12 11.00 am Presided over the Curia meeting
14 -16 Participated in the Eparchial Bible Convention,
Oshawa
15 11.30 am Administered Baptism at Cathedral
17 10.30 am Officiated funeral service at St. Joseph’s
Church, Oshawa
07.00 pm Participated in the Meeting of Catholic
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 19 07.00am Celebrated Holy Qurbana at CHF Convent
11.00 am Presided over the Curia meeting
08.30 pm Participated in the Bible Convention Volunteers’
meeting
10.00 pm Met with the JY leaders
21 07.00 pm Officiated ThirunnalKodiyet at Cathedral
08.30 pm Presided over the DALO meeting
22 11.00 am Participated in the Closing ceremony of PAC
activities 2022-23, Cathedral
23 11.00 am Celebrated Holy Qurbana at Cathedral Celebrated
05.00 pm Holy Qurbana at Scarborough and gave message to
Joy Retreat team members
24 11.30 am Celebrated Holy Qurbana at CMC Convent in
connection with the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
25 08.45 pm Traveled to Lisbon to participate in the World Youth
Day
26-31 Participated in the Syro-Malabar Fest at Minde,Fathima

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