Syro-Malankara Catholic Church

Mar Ivanios BhavanJ-Block 61-62, Paryavaran Complex

IGNOU Road, Neb SaraiNew Delhi-110 068

Diocesan Bulletin

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PatronH.E. Jacob Mar BarnabasThe Bishop

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Shepherd’s Message

Jacob Mar BarnabasBishop of Gurgaon

I wish all of you a blessed Christmas and a graceful New Year. Every Christmas rekindles our faith in the fact that ‘God so loved the world, that He gave his only Son’ to lead everyone to everlasting life. Amidst all the chaos of vanity, politics and confusion, we must hold on to this truth, that God still loves the world so much. Amidst all the grandeur and celebrations of worldly Christmas; and amidst all the glittering Christmas Trees and Santa Claus, we must not miss out on the person who took birth for us even when we did not ask for it. God has a dream for us. It was for this dream that He became human. He dreamt of our salvation, which He would actualize if we take up our crosses and follow the One who held the cross for us. This reminds us that every Christmas is not just about the manger, the shepherds, the wise men, the angels, the carols, the cakes, the decorations and so on. It’s about the Cross, the cross of obedience, cross of forgiveness, the cross of unconditional and infinite love and mercy. Jesus’ birth was the beginning of God’s work to make true this dream of our salvation, which was actualized on the Cross and through His resurrection. Hence may this Christmas season direct us to participate in the ultimate dream of God for each one of us. Following this, we must also persevere to work with God to realize this dream of salvation and everlasting life for all those who are yet to know Lord Jesus.

Let us all earnestly step out to build up God’s Kingdom of love and include each and every one around us through the love which God gifted us through His only Begotten son. May the love and peace of our Lord Jesus fill our hearts and touch all those whom we relate to.

With prayers and blessings of the Yaldo and Denha season,

Yours in our Lord,

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DIOCESAN NEWS

Mother Teresa Sainthood Celebrations, Kolkata

The celebrations of the canonization of St. Teresa of Kolkata were held under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Kolkata and the Congregation of the Missionaries of Charity on 2 October 2016 at Subhash Chandra Bose indoor stadium, Kolkata. Shri. Hamid Ansari, the honourable Vice President of India was the chief guest on the occasion. His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos, former Apostolic Nuncio to India and Nepal, His Grace Archbishop Salvatore Pennacchio, several member bishops of the CBCI including our bishop His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas participated in the ceremony wherein more than 15,000 people were present.

Honouring the Wedding Jubilarians of the Diocese

The couples (belonging to the Diocese of Gurgaon) who completed their silver and golden jubilees of their wedding were specially honoured by the Diocese on 2 October 2016 at St. Mary’s Syro Malankara Catholic Cathedral at Neb Sarai. They were presented with a special certificate as a memoir to mark the occasion.

German Unity Day Celebrations

The annual German Unity Day Celebrations were held at the German Embassy, New Delhi on 3 October 2016. Our bishop His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas participated in the gathering arranged on the occasion at the Embassy.

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Meeting in Rome

H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas visited Rome from 15 to 21 October 2016. During the visit, His E x c e l l e n c y participated in a seminar regarding the proceedings of the

Diocesan Judiciary. His Excellency also had a personal audience with the Holy Father.

Girideepam Minor Seminary

Seminary Day Celebrations

The seminary day celebrations this year were held on 5 October, 2016 at the Girideepam Minor Seminary, New Delhi. A solemn Holy Qurbono was offered by His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas in the

morning of 5 October 2016. Later in the evening, the celebrations began with the evening prayer followed by the cultural programmes. It included items highlighting the life of St. Teresa of Kolkata. It also portrayed the different talents of the brothers of the Girideepam Minor Seminary including music, dance and

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acting. The presentation of the ancient Christian martial art from Kerala, “Parichamuttu” was one of the prominent items.

During the cultural eve, a unique initiative of the seminary was inaugurated formally. This initiative is named as SACH- Shikhar-deep Apostolate for Charity and Hope. SACH is a humble effort from the minor seminarians in which they would use their talents, and time to make different kinds of articles such as rosaries, greeting cards and other decorative items. It would also include hair cutting, ironing, screen printing, etc. The income received would be used for the mission initiatives of the diocese of Gurgaon. Thus, SACH will act as a humble mission endeavour from the part of the minor seminarians.

Towards the end of the cultural eve, a mission auction was also arranged which also included several articles made by the seminarians. Priests, sisters, professors and well wishers of the seminary participated in the seminary day celebrations which concluded with a dinner. The Girideepam Minor Seminary heartily thanks all its family members and well wishers.

Visit by Catholicos

His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos visited the Girideepam Minor Seminary, New Delhi on 3 November 2016. His Beatitude offered the Holy Qurbono for the seminarians along with His

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Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas. Later in the day, His Beatitude met the seminarians and highlighted the importance of missionary character in the seminary formation especially keeping in view the context of the diocese of Gurgaon.

Visit by Knight Templar Sir John Thomas Martin

On 4 December 2016, the Girideepam Minor Seminary received as guest, Sir John Thomas Martin, a Knight Templar of the Church. He visited the seminary along with Mr. Bruno (from Italy) and some friends. They visited the seminary while they called on His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas at the Bishop’s House.

Christmas Celebrations 2016

Shantiniketan Ashram, Chattarpur

The Minor seminarians visited the home for the needy at Chattarpur on 8 December 2016. They spent time with the members of the Shantiniketan family and presented a skit based on the biblical narration

of the birth of Christ. Following which there was a carol service in which the brothers danced and sang carols along with inmates of the Ashram. After the cake cutting and tea, the brothers returned.

Shanti Ashram, Jasola

The brothers also visited the destitute house of the Prachodana Social service society, at Jasola on 9 December 2016. They performed a Christmas skit, sang carols with the members of the house and cut the cake.

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Carol service

The minor seminarians, for the first time, conducted a door to door carol service on 15 December 2016. The visited the slum dwellers in the interiors of Neb Sarai and also to the houses of the well wishers of the Seminary residing close by to the premises.

Manasarovar Park

The brothers joined the Christmas celebrations along with H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas, arranged by the Prachodana Social Service Society on 16 December at Manasarovar Park and Kashmere gate and at the Bishop’s house compound on 19 December 2016.

Christmas Vacations

The brothers, after the Christmas gathering on 19 December in the Bishop’s House, went for the Christmas vacations on 20 December 2016. They shall return on 11 January 2016.

Mathrusangam - Diocese level Essay writing competition

A diocesan level essay writing competition was conducted, on the topic “women empowerment in the vision of Servant of God Archbishop Mar Ivanios”. A total of 19 participants submitted their essays in which Mrs. Suby George (West Delhi) bagged the first prize and Mrs. Jeena Anil (Jasola) secured second prize.

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MCA Shanthi Yathra

Malankara Catholic Association organized prayer for the Nation called by CBCI at Samadhi of Mahatma Gandhi ji at Rajghat, New Delhi. His Beatitude Cardinal Clemis Baselious, President of CBCI – called for a day of prayer on 16 October 2016 for peace and harmony in our nation and informed the faithful to observe this widely. Accordingly Malankara Catholic Association organized a Santhi Yathra and Prayer Meeting at Rajghat, New Delhi, and invited all the faithful in Delhi to attend.

MCA members and several faithful assembled for the purpose under the leadership of His Excellency Bishop Jacob Mar Barnabas. Leaders from Archdiocese of Delhi participated in large numbers led by Msgr. Very Rev. Fr. Susai Sebastian the Vicar General of the Archdiocese. Rev. Fr. Felix OIC, Rev. Fr. Sam Pathakkal, Mr. Abraham M. Pattiyani, Mr. N. G. Robert, Mrs. Daisy Thomas and Mr. T. Thomas spoke on the occasion

His Excellency Bishop Theodore Mascaranhas, Secretary General of CBCI, and MCA leaders led the Santhi Yatra and paid floral tributes to Mahatmaji and assembled at the lawn for prayers. Bishops and Monsignors lead the congregation for the prayers and delivered messages. The program concluded at 05.30 p.m. with the National Anthem.

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Priests’ Meet, Diocese of Gurgaon

The third Diocesan Priests and Religious Meeting was held on 16 October 2016 at the Bishop’s House, Neb Sarai. H.E Jacob Mar Barnabas chaired the meeting. 22 priests, including the Diocesan and religious, serving in the Diocese participated in the meeting. The annual report and evaluation of the various departments and apostolates of the Diocese were discussed.

Farewell to Apostolic Nuncio

After six years of service, His Grace Archbishop Salvatore Pennacchio, the former Apostolic Nuncio to India and Nepal was accorded a grand farewell by the Catholic Community in India. Various farewell ceremonies were arranged for the same especially in the National Capital. The Syro Malankara Catholic Church, along with the representatives of the diocese of Gurgaon came together to extent their warm farewell greetings to the Nuncio. A group led by His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos along with our bishop H.E. Jacob

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Papal Honour to Mr. Babu Philip

Mr. Babu Philip, the member of the St. Thomas Syro Malankara Catholic Church, West Delhi was awarded a Papal honour named ‘Bene merenti’ by the Apostolic Nuncio His Grace Archbishop Salvatore Pennacchio

on 20 October 2016 at the Apostolic Nunciature, Vatican Embassy, New Delhi. This Papal honour ‘Bene merenti’ (well done) is awarded to faithfuls for their extra ordinary service to the Church. The diocese of Gurgaon extends its wholehearted felicitations to Mr. Babu Philip.

CBCI Tribute to St. Teresa of Kolkata

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) arranged a national level ceremony to mark and celebrate the canonization of St. Teresa of Kolkata. The CBCI secretariat along with the archdiocese of Delhi and the dioceses of Faridabad and Gurgaon led the organizing of this event. The ceremony was presided over by His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos. Shri. Rajnath Singh, the Union Home Minister of India was the chief guest on the occasion. Approximately 1,000 members participated in the program which included leaders of the various churches, socially prominent figures, priests, sisters, seminarians and lay faithful.

Mar Barnabas, pastoral council members, representatives of the different parish apostolates, priests, sisters and seminarians visited and bade the Nuncio adieu on 19 October 2016 at the Apostolic Nunciature, the Vatican Embassy in New Delhi.

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MCYM Diocesan Youth Kalolsavam

The first ever cultural fest of the MCYM Diocese of Gurgaon “Ivania Fest- Kalolsavam 2016” was conducted on 22 and 23 October, 2016 at St. Mary’s Convent Sr. Sec. School, Faridabad. 13 units from 3 regions participated in the event. The event was blessed with the presence of Our Aboon H.E. Most Rev. Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas, Rev. Fr. Thomas Kayyalackal - Director MCYM Central Secretariat, Mr. Rennyraj Thevarthotathil - President MCYM Central Secretariat, Swami Padma Prakash ji, Shantigiri, Ashram, Ms. Swati – Manager South Indian Bank, Sr. Tomsy S.I.C – Principal St. Mary’s Convent Sr. Sec. School, Faridabad.

All the dignitaries were welcomed by a traditional Odiya dance and dhol from members of the Orissa region; it was followed by a bike rally, followed by the hoisting of the MCYM flag by Rev. Sr. Amal D.M. – Sr. Animator MCYM, Diocese of Gurgaon. Rev. Fr Devasia Kuthirakallil - Director MCYM Diocese of Gurgaon made the introductory speech followed by the Presidential address by Mr. Jinu Mathew Jacob – President MCYM Diocese of Gurgaon. The inaugural address was given by H.E. Most Rev. Bp. Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas. Fr. Thomas Kayyalackal, Director

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– MCYM Central Secretariat gave the keynote address, followed by the felicitation by President of MCYM Central secretariat, Rennyraj Thevarthotathil. The vote of thanks was given by Mr Harish Pan, Vice President – MCYM Gurgaon diocese. On the occasion Mr. Saji Daniel – Animator – MCYM Pune Exarchate., took an animation session on the topic “Spreading the word of God”.

The senate meeting was also held on 22 October wherein the diocesan, regional and unit executives presented the reports. Kalosavam competitions between the three regions of the diocese viz. Bhopal, Orissa and Delhi region happened for various events of Ivania Phase II namely, Solo Singing, Debate, Speech, Bible Declamation, Mono Act, PowerPoint presentation, Group Dance, Liturgical Singing and MCYM Anthem Singing – Hindi. On the second day competitions resumed after the Holy Qurbono and concluded with the Bible Quiz Competition.

Lots were drawn before the valedictory session, to identify the 1st and 2nd prize winner of the coupon sale for the event. The valedictory session began with the welcome address by Jinu Jacob - President MCYM Gurgaon diocese. The gathering was honored with the presence of the chief guest Swami Padma Prakash ji who also gave the Key note address. Mr. Babu Philip, the recipient of the papal honur, Benemerenti, was also felicitated specially on this occasion. Delhi Region acquired the First place, Orissa region bagged the Second place and Bhopal region was placed third in the overall event. The valedictory session ended with a vote of thanks by our Diocese Youth Director, Fr Devasia Kuthirikalil. All dispersed after singing the MCYM anthem.

Meeting at the Austrian Embassy

His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas participated in a meeting and dinner arranged at the Austrian Embassy, New Delhi on 26 October 2016.

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Diocesan Pastoral Council Meeting

The Second Meeting of the Eparchial Pastoral Council (EPC) of the Diocese of Gurgaon was held on 9th November, 2016 (Wednesday) at St. Mary’s Cathedral Hall, Neb Sarai, New Delhi under the

chairmanship of His Excellency Most Rev. Jacob Mar Barnabas. A total of 64 Members (1 Bishop, 1 Cor-Episcopo, 16 Priests, 5 Sisters and 41 Lay persons) from different Parishes/Mission Units of the Diocese attended the meeting. The meeting started at 10 a.m. and concluded at 6 p.m.

The specialty of this year’s EPC Meeting was the gracious presence of His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis, Major Archbishop & Catholicos of the Church who addressed the Pastoral Council. The Members of the Council considered it as a special providence of God Almighty and His way of leading the Diocesan Community. His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis inaugurated the meeting with this valuable message & words of blessings. His Beatitude reiterated and called upon the Council Members to believe in Lord Almighty and in His providence and move forward in unity. His Eminence further said that even though our Church, the Syro Malankara Catholic Church, is a small Church, God allows and deputes us to do greater things, through our church, to spread the ‘Good News’ and reach out to many through our various missions with missionary thrust. Explaining many examples of providence of God in leading us, His Beatitude pointed out that the erecting of Diocese of Gurgaon is also a clear evidence for that.

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The proceedings of the Meeting also included Lighting the Lamp, Inaugural/Benedictory Address by His Beatitude Cardinal Baselios Cleemis, Major Archbishop & Catholicos of SMCC; Administering the Oath of office by the New Members; Motion of Condolence & Tributes to Late Rev. Sr. Bensitta SIC; Presentation of Minutes & Gist of proceedings of the previous meeting by the Secretary and Confirmation thereof; Presidential Address; Honouring & Felicitating 3 Lay Members; Briefing by different Departments/Commissions by concerned Diocesan Directors or their delegates; Presentation of Financial Status by Diocesan Procurator V. Rev. Fr. Philips Vazhakunnathu; Presentation of issues, concerns and future Planning; Proposals/clarifications etc. during Zero hour, Group Photo session; Briefing about the Summary Record of proceedings by the Secretary, Concluding remarks by the Chairman, Vote of thanks, etc.

During the EPC Meeting, Chief Vicar General Rt. Rev. Msgr. Daniel Kuzhithadathil Corepiscopo, welcomed the gathering and Priest-Secretary of the Council Rev. Fr.Varghese Neduvelil proposed the vote of thanks. During the meeting, 5 resolutions were passed, 21 recommendations were proposed and 8 motions were moved in connection with effective functioning and life & mission of the Diocese. The resolutions passed are as follows:

“We, the Members of Eparchial Pastoral Council of Gurgaon Diocese do hereby unanimously resolve:

“To make strenuous efforts to explore our talents and resources to utilize in building up our Church and Church Community in the Diocese of Gurgaon, like Prophet Haggai, by understanding the fact that we will be blessed when we depend in the providence of God; trust Him; and march forward in unity”.

1. “that we need to think, speak and act diligently based on a ‘Single-Mind – Single-Heart’ concept with the Bishop and to keep the Missions close to our heart and ensure their steady growth”.

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2. “To stand united, work united and move united for promoting mission-spirit and upholding Gospel values in our families, parishes, pious organizations and Church community”.

3. “To ensure that the directions, decisions, guidelines conveyed/received from Diocesan headquarters are strictly followed and implemented by each Parish/Mission Unit; and support the Bishop for smooth functioning of various ministries of the Diocese in a progressive way”.

4. “To realize well the value, significance and responsibility of a Member of the Eparchial Pastoral Council, considering it as a God-given duty, and work in collaboration with the priests and the Metropolitan of the Diocese for the integral growth, prosperity and splendor of the Diocese”.

EPC honoured 3 Lay Members - The Eparchial Pastoral Council, in its 2nd Meeting held on 9th November 2016 in New Delhi, made use of the opportunity to honour 3 of the Lay-Members of the Council (i) Mr. Babu Philip, West Delhi (Recipient of ‘Bene merenti Medal’); (ii) Dr. Byju John, Raipur (Vice Chancellor of MATS University); and (iii) Adv. Abraham Pattiyani (Member, CCI & CBCI Finance Committee). On behalf of the Pastoral Council, the Secretary Mr. N.C. Philip briefly introduced these 3 Members and offered special congratulations & felicitations, while His Beatitude Cardinal Baselios Cleemis honoured them with a shawl in the presence of H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas and the Chief Vicar General, Rt. Rev. Msgr. Daniel Kuzhithadathil Corepiscopo.

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Mission Visit to Tripura

His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas along with Rt. Rev. Msgr. John E. Kozar, the President of the Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA) visited the mission stations of the Syro Malankara Catholic Church in Tripura. They visited the mission stations and explored the mission prospects in the region.

Conclusion of the Year of Mercy

The Diocesan closing of the Year of Mercy was held at St. Mary’s Syro- Malankara Catholic Cathedral, Neb Sarai on 4 December 2016. On the day, a solemn Holy Qurbono was offered by His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas. During

the ceremony, the bishop stressed on the notion that the mercy of the Lord continues to be showered upon each one of us and the Year of Mercy was a reminder for us to impart this mercy to our brethren. To mark this occasion, the diocese of Gurgaon has taken up a special initiative. Accordingly, the established parishes of the diocese have adopted a village in the mission stations of the diocese. This intends not just a financial support but also total care of the village community by the family members of the established parishes through prayer and other activities. Thus, a missionary attitude would be inculcated in the parishioners.

Hence, St. Mary’s Syro Malankara Catholic Cathedral, Neb Sarai has adopted Dongriguda village of Odisha, the St. Thomas Syro Malankara Catholic Church, West Delhi and the St. Thomas Syro Malankara Catholic Church, Bhopal has also adopted two other villages of Odisha Mission.

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Releasing of the CBCI Dalit Policy

The policy of Dalit empowerment of the Catholic Church in India was formally promulgated by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) on 13 December 2016 in New Delhi at the CBCI centre. His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas participated in the function.

Blessing of the Office of CBCI Women Commission

The new office of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) Women Commission was blessed by His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos on 13 December 2016 at the CBCI centre. The Chairman of the CBCI Women’s Commission His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas accompanied the Catholicos along with Rev. Sr. Talisha SD (Secretary of the Women’s Commission, CBCI).

Christmas gatherings attended by H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas

Christmas Celebrations CBCI - The Christmas of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India was held at the CBCI centre, New Delhi on 13 December, 2016. Honourable Finance Minister of India, Shri. Arun Jaitley was the chief guest on the occasion. His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos, the President of the CBCI, many Catholic bishops, bishops from the sister Churches, political leaders and prominent figures of the society participated in the event. Our bishop His Excellency Jacob Mar Barnabas also attended the celebrations.

Holy Family Hospital, New Delhi - Our Bishop participated in the Christmas celebrations conducted at the Holy family hospital, New Delhi, on 17 December 2016.

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Ecumenical Christmas Celebrations, West Delhi - H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas participated and delivered the Christmas message in an ecumenical Christmas gathering conducted by different parishes of West Delhi. The event was conducted on 18 December 2016 at the Ayyapa Park, near Vikaspuri.

Rashtrapati Bhavan – On 18 December 2016, H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas attended the Christmas celebrations held at the Rashtrapati Bahvan. Several VVIPs, including bishops, participated in the gathering hosted by the President of India.

United Christmas Celebrations – our bishop participated in the united Christmas celebrations held at the NDMC hall, New Delhi. Shri Indresh Kumar was the chief guest on the occasion. Shri Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs of India was also present on the occasion. Many social leaders participated in the gathering.

Christmas Service

The service on the eve of Christmas was held on 24 December 2016 from 7 pm at the St. Mary’s Syro-Malankara Catholic Cathedral, Neb Sarai, New Delhi. The service was led by H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas.

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Delhi Region

Regional Couple’s Retreat

On 2 October 2016, Regional Mathrusangam organized a one day couple’s retreat. During the meeting 43 couples celebrating their 25th and 50th year of wedding anniversary were specially honoured. The chief speaker for the event was

Rev. Fr. Francis, from Divine Retreat Center, Faridabad.

Bible Verse Competition

With regard to the conclusion of the year of Mercy - A bible verse competition on the word “mercy” was conducted at Delhi region level on 27 November 2016. Members from different units participated.

MCCL Bible Kalolsavam And Jeevan Darshan Camp

Delhi region MCCL Bible Kalolsavam and Jeevan Darshan Camp was conducted from 8-10-2016 to 11-10-2016 at St.John’s Senior Secondary School, Faridabad. The MCCL Bible Kalolsavam 2016 was inaugurated by

Rev Fr. Sam Pathakal, Delhi Region Proto-Presbyter on 8 October 2016. 172 MCCL members participated in the event. St. Thomas

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MCC, West Delhi bagged the ever-rolling trophy. St. Antony’s MCC, Dilshad Garden and St Mary’s MCC, Neb Sarai came as 2nd and 3rd respectively. Mr. Sunny Konnathu, coordinator, Catechism Gurgaon diocese led the arrangements along with the regional Sunday School coordinator and team.

The Jeevan Darshan Camp (JDC) for the MCCL children of 4 – 12 standards of the elhi Region was conducted by the seminarians of Girideepam Minor Seminary under the guidance and leadership of Rev. Fr. Jinto John, Diocesan Asst. Catechism Director from 9-11 October 2016. St. John’s Senior Secondary School, Faridabad H.E. Most Rev. Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas, Bishop of Gurgaon Diocese celebrated the Holy Qurbono in Hindi along with Rev. Fr. Visakh Scaria, Delhi Region Catechism Director, and Rev. Fr. Titus Cheravallil OIC, Delhi Region Assistant Director catechism and Rev. Fr. Jinto John. The camp was officially inaugurated by our Aboon. It was preceded by the inaugural JDC procession. All participants were divided into three teams- St .Euphrasia, St. Alphonsa and St. Mother Teresa. The four days of get-together and enjoyment was filled with sessions on the sacraments, basic elements of faith by the seminarians of the Girideepam Minor Seminary, action songs, competitions, adoration, cultural night, campfire and so on which helped the children from different places to live in togetherness and happiness. The participation of the children of our mission place, Punjab was the highlight.

Jasola Parish, Sports Event, ‘Ivano’16

MCYM, St. Jude Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, Jasola organized its first ever ecumenical event Ivano’16 on 19th November’16 at Thyagaraj Stadium, INA, New Delhi. The event included Basketball, Badminton

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and Table tennis. More than 30 parishes and 150 participants from Delhi-NCR participated in the event, which included Syro Malankara church, Syro Malabar church, Latin church, Orthodox church, Marthoma church, CSI, etc. We conducted this event to benefit Prachodana Social Service Society. This event put forth one platform for entire Christian communities in Delhi NCR to come together as one. The Chief Guest for the event was Rev. Fr.Chetan Machado (ICYM Northern Region Director), and other guests were Rev.Fr Antony Lijo Thaliyath (DSYM Director), Rev. Fr Philip Vazhakunnathu (Gurgaon Diocese Procrator), Rev.Fr Devasiya Kuthirakalil (Director MCYM Gurgaon Diocese), Fr Felix John OIC Chancellor Gurgaon Diocese, Mr Bivin Varghese (DSYM President), Adv. Abraham Pattiyani (Member of Minority commission), Mr Abhishek Dutt (Municipal counsellor), Mr. Jinu Jacob (President MCYM Gurgaon Diocese), Jenny Joy (ICYM General Secretary), Mrs.Sheela Benson (MCYM Animator Gurgaon Diocese), Mr Prince Philip (President Delhi Region),and Mr Bobby Thomas (Animator Gurgaon Diocese).

Our Unit Director Fr. Visakh Scariah guided us and motivated us during the entire event. Ivano Coordinator Manu Babu and the entire ICC team Prijeesh Peter, Jeffin T Kaleekal, Litty Pappan, Alex Joseph, Mebin Paul, Sony Subash and Lisa led the organising of the event.

Reception of First Solemn Holy Communion

Twelve children of the St. Thomas Parish, West Delhi received First Solemn Holy Communion through His Excellency Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas on 06 November 2016.

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Morning Prayer, Liturgical Reception to beloved Aboon, Offertory by Parents of First Holy Communicants, Solemn Holy Eucharistic Celebration, Reception of Holy Communion, Thanksgiving Note, Distribution of gifts & Certificates, Photo Session, Agape, etc. were parts of the celebration.

West Delhi, Redeemers’ Cup

An Inter-Parish Christian Football Tournament, named “Redeemers Cup 2016”, was organized by MCYM, West Delhi Parish on 13 November 2016 at Shivaji Sports Complex, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi. This 7-a-side football tournament was open to all Christian parishes across Delhi & NCR and an active representation from most of the denominations was present. This tournament was conducted with the aim to create a platform to celebrate our ecumenical solidarity and to encourage sports and fitness. A total of 16 teams participated in the tournament and St. Little Flower Syro-Malabar Church, Lado Sarai emerged as the First ever Champions followed by St. Mary’s Orthodox Cathedral, Hauz Khas as the Runner ups. The event was graced by Shrimati Suman Tyagi (Councillor, Rajouri Garden), Mr. Sijo Ambatt (National President-ICYM), Mr. Jinu Jacob (President-MCYM, Gurgaon Diocese), Ms. Jenny Joy (General Secretary-ICYM), Mr. Bivin Varghese (President-Delhi Syro-Malabar Youth Movement). The event was well appreciated by all.

Ecumenical Christmas Celebration held in West Delhi

Eight Groups of different Christian denominations (Latin, Syro-Malabar, Syro-Malankara, Marthoma, Orthodox, Jacobite, CSI and CNI) of West Delhi area organized an Ecumenical Christmas Celebration on 18 December, 2016 (Sunday) evening at Community Park at Hasthal, Near Vikaspuri. St. Thomas Syro-Malankara Catholic Parish, Sewak Park participated in the event and performed the caorls.

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West Delhi MCYM, Social initiative

On Christmas day, MCYM-West Delhi came together to clothe the naked and underprivileged by providing them woollen clothes. The youth with the contribution of the parishioners collected clothes for more than 50 people. They distributed the same on the occasion of Christmas to spread the warmth of the Divine love of our Christ Jesus as part of their unit level implementation of Prachodana Social Service Society.

Bhopal Region

Baroda, Santhi Yathra

In line with the Santhi Yathra, Baroda MCA led a prayer meeting for the peace pilgrimage at the adoration chapel of the Rosary cathedral on 16

October 2016. About 15 members participated in the

event led by the parish priest Rev. Fr. Jose Kuntharayil.

Baroda Mathrusangham Day

On 4 September, 2016, all the mothers of the Baroda Malankara Community celebrated the Mathrusangam day with Holy Qurbono, special offertory, auction and message by the parish priest.

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Baroda MCYM Day

The Baroda MCYM celebrated the MCYM day on 2 October 2016. Confession, special offertory, Holy Qurbono and public meeting as per the guidelines were the specialities of the day. The following Sunday on 9 October 2016, MCYM members participated

in distributing food to around 30 street people for the Prachodana.

MCYM Bhopal Region, Social Initiative

A new initiative across Bhopal region, called “My Child Through Mcym” was inaugurated on 12 November 2016. Through this it is intended to reach out to every parent of our youth and talk to them about their perception of MCYM (Malankara catholic youth movement). The idea is to know what they expect from their children, we wish to know their thoughts, their hopes and would welcome their suggestions to improve ourselves before them and before Christ.

Seminar On Critical Care Nursing, Bhopal

A Seminar on Critical Care Nursing was conducted by Mar Baselios College of N u r s i n g , Bhopal on 29 S e p t e m b e r 2016. Dr. P. K.

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Pandey, director, national hospital, Bhopal was the chief guest. Rt. Rev. Msgr. Daniel Kuzhithadthil Coe-Episcopo chaired of the session. Prof. Daisy Thomas, principal, Mar Baselios College of nursing, Bhopal was the moderator of the whole session Prof. Keshkali Sharma, vice- principal, SDPS college of nursing, Indore, Lt. Col. G. J. Elizabeth, nursing superintendent Bansal hospital, Bhopaland Lt. Col. Manonmani Venket, Principal Career college of nursing, Bhopal were the main speakers on the occasion. Around 300 delegates from the various colleges of Madhya Pradesh attended the seminar. A poster competition was also held on the topic and the prizes were distributed.

Bhopal, Annual Sport Meet, 'Shikhar 2016'

'Shikhar 2016' the annual sports day of St. Thomas Convent schools in Bhopal was conducted on 18 November 2016. Shri. Vishwas Sarangji, honourable minister of corporation, govt. of Madhya Pradesh was the chief guest and Shri. Surjeet Singh Chauhanji, chairman, Bhopal municipal corporation was the guest of honour. Rt. Rev. Msgr. Daniel Kuzhithadthil Corepiscopo presided over the function. Rev. Sr. Sharon Sic, Rev. Sr. Jyothi SIC principals of the schools felicitated the gathering.

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Odisha Region

Kolkota - year of mercy conclusion

On 27 November, 2016 after the Holy Qurbono 25 members from St Jude Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, Thakurpukur, Kolkata, along with the priest and sisters visited Ashabari (Calcutta Home of

Hope) to mark the closure of the Year of Mercy. Calcutta Home of Hope, better known as Ashabari, was established in 1999 to care for the dying destitute with compassion and love, which has today 78 inmates. The parishioners spent time with the inmates by serving them lunch. Post lunch, a mini Talent show was arranged where the inmates were encouraged to sing songs and dance along with some carols. Lastly, as a token of appreciation a certain amount was given to them. Mr Saji George gifted new clothes for all the inmates.

Odisha Mission Visit

Very Rev. Fr. John Berchmans OIC and Rev. Fr. Jolly Karimpil visited the mission stations of Odisha in the second week of October. Special classes were arranged for the catechists and the faithful wherein the priests imparted basic catechesis to the villagers.

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Visit by SIC Mother General and the Novices

Rev. Mother Little Flower SIC, Mother General of the Bethany Congreg ra t ion visited the Odisha Mission on 26 November 2016. Also, 10 novices from the SIC C o n g r e g a t i o n made a mission

stay for a month in November. They took classes for the youth and children and engaged in house visits and other activities such as teaching songs and dances, Margamkali etc.

PRACHODANA NEWS

Animators Training at Prachodana

Staff Training Programme was conducted for Prachodana staff on 8 August 2016 by Mr. Sasikumar. C, on “Planning PSSS”. Training was mainly focused on giving awareness to Prachodana animators to work effectively in the Social Service Sectors of our Diocese. It was a one day training programme. The contents of the session were Action Strategies and Development Planning.

Teacher’s day Celebration

In the Neb Sarai Education centre, children gathered together to salute their teachers on the occasion of Teacher’s Day on 5 September 2016. The day celebrated with some cultural programs and experience sharing session. Children made greeting cards and gifted to their teachers. Various competitions were conducted and Prizes were distributed to the winners.

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Diwali Celebration at Prachodana

Prachodana Non Formal Education Centre, Mansarovar Park children with Director Rev. Fr. Visakh Scariah and other staff (nuns and teachers) celebrated Diwali (festival of lights) on 12 November 2016. Rev. Fr. Justin Raj was the chief guest and delivered felicitation address. On the occasion, many cultural programmes were arranged for the children including Dance, Singing etc. Around 60 children came for the function. Food was arranged after the celebration.

Mansarovar Park Visit by Dilshad Garden Unit

St. Antony’s Syro-Malankara C a t h o l i c Church, Dilshad Garden Church Mathrusangam members along with Vicar Rev. Fr. Titus visited the Manasarovar

Park Children’s Centre on 12/12/2016. They distributed Christmas Cakes as gifts to all the children. Prachodana Director Rev. Fr. Vishakh Scariah welcomed all to the centre. Children presented various programs for the visitors on the occasion

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Prachodana Christmas Celebrations

Manasarovar Park

Prachodana celebrated Christmas with the children at Mansarovar Park Non Formal Education Centre children on 16 December 2016. H.E. Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas, Bishop of Gurgaon blessed the function with his

presence and words. Rev. Fr. Vishak Scariah, Social Service Director welcomed all. Mrs Shilpa Mammen was the chief guest. Felicitation Addresses were given by Rev. Fr. Aji Thomas, Girideepam Minor Seminary Rector and Rev. Sr. Immaculate D.M. Uniforms were distributed to 60 children. a lunch was arranged for all, including parents and people who live in Manasarovar Park. Children sang Carol Songs and Mr. Bobby, a volunteer of Prachodana provided his service throughout the day by organizing cultural programme along with the seminarians.

Kashmiri Gate

Prachodana food for the hungry programme team organized Christmas celebration at Kashmiri gate on 16 December 2016. Cakes, food packets and cloths were distributed. H.E. Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas participated in the programme throughout the day along with priests, sisters, seminarians and other Prachodana volunteers.

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Neb Sarai Non Formal Education Centre

Christmas was cel-ebrated at Nebsarai Children Centre on 19 December. Children performed programs including songs, dance and action songs. All the children with their parents attended the function. Cakes and gifts were distributed to children. H.E. Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas, Prachodana Director Rev. Fr. Visakh Scariah, Diocese Procurator Fr. Philips Vazhakunnathu and all the seminarians and Rev. Sis-ters attended the function along with Prachodana staff.

Shanti Ashram, Jasola

P r a c h o d a n a Shanti Ashram celebrated this year Christmas with its inmates on 21 December 2016. H.E. Dr. Jacob Mar Barnabas and P r a c h o d a n a

Director Fr. Visakh Scariah were there to bless the function. Cultural Programs were organized by Shanti Ashram inmates. Winter blankets were distributed to Destitute Home members and slum people who live nearby our Ashram. The benefactors of Prachodana family came and conducted various programmes and children gave various gifts to the Ashram inmates. Borthers of the Girideepam minor seminary also participated.

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Visit by Mr. Josh Lye from Singapore

Mr. Josh Lye from the agency “Our Better World”, Singapore visited our NGO Prachodana on 21 November 2016. He came to evaluate the various programs of Prachodana since our agency got shortlisted as part of their website project “Punching stigma in the face”. He was actively involved in our Food for The Hungry Programme for the whole day.

New Book Published

“History of the St. Thomas Christians in India”Author – Fr. Sylvester Kanjiramukalil OIC

Published by – Bethany PublicationsKottayam 686010 – Kerala

Pages 125, Price – Rs. 100 /-For copies contact - 9847230035

This issue of the Bulletin is sponsored by St. George Syro-Malankara Catholic Church,

Mayur Vihar

CHURCH BLESSING

After its renovation, St. Mary's Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, Jaipur, shall be blessed and rededicated on 26

January 2016 by H.E. Jacob Mar Barnabas.

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Important Days

JANUARY 2017

1 Naming of our Lord, Erection of the Eparchy of Mavelikara

3 Prophet Malachi, St. Chavara Kuriakose Elias

4 Erection of the Eparchy of America - Canada

6 Denho (Baptism of Our Lord)

7 Exaltation of St. John the Baptist, St. Julian

8 St. Stephen, 10 Mar Gregory of Nyssa

11 Mar Thevodosios the Abbot

14 40 Martyrs of Mount Sinai

15 Mary Mother of God of Seeds, Erection of the Eparchy of Muvattupuzha

16 Imprisonment of St. Peter

17 Mar Antony of Egypt

18 Comm. Moran Mor Cyril Baselios Catholicos, Comm. Bp. Joseph Mar Severios

20 St. Sebastian

21 St. Agnes

22 Mar Timotheos

24 St. Francis De Sales

25 Conversion of St. Paul, Erection of the Eparchies of Pathanamthitta & Puttur

26 Indian Republic Day

29 St. Ignatius the Fiery

30 Mar Jacob Aphrates, St. Haiseenta & St. Martina

31 St. Don Bosco

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FEBRUARY 2017

2 Mayaltho

3 Mar Simon and Mortho Hanna

4 St. John Britto

5 Episcopal Ordination of H. E. Most Rev. Geevarghese Mar Divannasios, Catholicos Day

6 3 Days Nombu Begins

9 Ends of the 3 Days Nombu, Episcopal Ordination of H. E. Most Rev. Abraham Mar Julios

10 Establishment of the throne of the Malankara Catholic Major Archiepiscopate

12 Kohne Sunday, Syro-Malankara Catholic Bala Sakhya Dinam

13 Prophet Haggai

16 Comm. of Sr. Bensitta SIC

19 Aneede Sunday, Episcopal Ordination of H. E. Most Rev. Joseph Mar Thomas

22 Comm. of Bp. Thomas Mar Dioscorus

23 Mar Policarp of Smyrna

24 Finding of the Head of St. John the Baptist

26 Kothine Sunday (Miracle of changing water into wine at Cana)

27 Shubkono

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Date of Birth

January

1 Rev. Fr. John Felix OIC

6 Rev. Fr. Sam Pathackal

26 Rev. Fr. Visakh Scariah

February

22 Rev. Fr. Mathew Kalarikalayil

FEAST

January

1 H.B. Moran Mor Baselios Cardinal Cleemis Catholicos

8 H.E. Most Rev. Philipose Mar Stephanos

17 H.E. Most Rev. Thomas Mar Anthonios

20 Rev. Fr. Devasia Kuthirakkallil

22 H.E. Most Rev. Geevarghese Mar Timotheos

29 H.E. Most Rev. Joshua Mar Ignathios

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Bishop’s Diary

January

2 - Feast of Catholicos, Trivandrum

5, 6 - Suvishesasangham, Trivandrum

7, 8 - Consecration of New Bishop, Gwalior

10 - Monthly Recollection

18 - Marriage, Thinkalkarickam, Kerala

19, 20 - FABC Seminar, Climate Change, Mumbai

21, 22 - Gauhati Diocesan Jubilee

23, 24 - Assam Mission Visit

26 - Church Blessing, Jaipur

29 - Holy Qurbono, Karavaloor

February

6-9 - Odisha Mission Visit

20-23 - Diocesan Annual Retreat

24-26 - Annual Bible Convention, Baptism at Pongummodu Parish

26 - Sadhu Kochukunj Upadeshi Comm., Marthoma Church, Neb Sarai, New Delhi

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SEND A CHILD TO SCHOOL, DONOR’S LIST

1 Anish Joseph Abraham Dilshad Garden

2 Ashi Annie Easow Neb Sarai

3 Donia Jiji West Delhi

4 Raji K.R Neb Sarai

5 Siju Raju West Delhi

6 Suja Johnson Burari

7 Thomas Mathew Bishop House

8 Thomas Samuel West Delhi

9 Tomes Joseph

10 Jeemol Shaji

11 Tessy Siomon Myoor Vihar

12 Aman Thomas Neb Sarai

13 Roby Shicil Gaziabad

The remaining names shall be published in the next issue

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Comm. of Moran Mor Cyril Baselios Catholicos

January 18

Comm. of Bp. Joseph Mar Severios

January 18

Comm. of Bp. Thomas Mar Dioscorus

February 22

Sr. Bensitta SIC February 16

Prayerful Remembrance