Contents

Publishing Team
TRUE FREEDOM
YEARLY PROGRAMME FOR THE YEAR 2000-2001 - D.M.C.A.
YEARLY PROGRAMME OF U.P.M.C.A. FOR 2000-2001
FAREWELL  TO REV. FR. K.T.JAMES, OFM, Cap.
REGIONAL COMMITTEE MEETING –MAYUR VIHAR PH.III
ONE MORE PRAYER MEETING FOR OKHALA ZONE
YOUTH DAY CELEBRATION
SUCCESS – CONGRATULATIONS
WELCOME TO SR.MARITTA D. M.
MALANKARA WEBSITE LAUNCHED
MAR IVANIOS DAY CELEBRATED
SARDANA PILGRIMAGE – JUBILEE PILGRIMAGE
REGIONAL M.C.Y.M COMMITTEE MEETING
MAR GREGORIOUS SCHOALARSHIP
YOUTH WING - WEST DELHI
BAPTISM
NECROLOGY
PRAYER MEETINGS
M.C.Y.M.
STUDY GROUP FOR GENTS
MATHRUSANGAM
DAYS OF IMPORTANCE - AUGUST 2000
RELEVANCE OF MAR IVANIOS DAY
SPONSORS

Publishing Team

Managing Editor :Fr.Cherian Mamabrakuzhy
Editor          : Dr.Thomas Kaleekal
Circulation     : Mr.Aby Peedikayil
Members         :
Sr.Preshitha SIC (Faridabad)
Mrs.Lizy Varghese (Ghaziabad)
Mr.Abraham Pattiyani(Okhala)
Mr.Jose Thomas(East Delhi)
Mr.K.T.Scaria(Noida)
Mr.N.C.Philip(W.Delhi)
Mr.P.K.Joseph(Central Delhi)
Mr.Roy Thomas(South Delhi)
Mr.K.Y.Jose(Dilshad Garden)
Job Box    Mr.James Mathew
           Jose Mathew

TRUE FREEDOM

The word ‘freedom’ is the most favourite one  for every human being in this world.  ‘Freedom’ is such a word that  every one, individually or collectively, uses every day either to assert or to disclose the particular state of an individual or collective being.  Every history, written or unwritten, speaks of the history of freedom.  The analysis of any human activity shows that it obviously centers on the notion of freedom.  Every happening in this world may point out the reality of the freedom.  Then, it is nothing wrong to say that ‘freedom’ is the supreme value and without which man ceases to be human being, formed in the image and likeness of God (Gen.1:26). Every struggle man undergoes is for getting the experience of this supreme value. Human struggles are on, but the reality of having the experience of the true freedom is still a matter of question. What we see everywhere is the unrest emanating from the situation which is full of
non-freedom.

 “Truth will make you free.” Says Jesus  (Jn.8:32). “I am the Truth” He says again (Jn.14:6). The fact we often forget is that the world is not able to provide us the authentic freedom for which we all struggle.  What makes us authentically free is the truth – ‘Jesus’ - the truth that came down to the world.  The ‘history of salvation’ invites our attention to the fact that if God has become the part of humanity through his prophets, especially his beloved Son, it is only for giving back the authentic freedom that was lost earlier. The Nazareth episode substantiate it: “the Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour( Lk 4:18-19).”  He liberates, heals, saves, and purifies.  Yes, Jesus alone is the giver of authentic freedom. The freedom we receive from Jesus is as the freedom of the Children of God (Gal.5:1.13). Always there is the standing invitation for this authentic freedom for everybody. In order to achieve the status of the children of God we must not indulge in the works of the flesh but be associated with the works of the Spirit(Gal.5).  One who is filled with and guided by the Holy Spirit is having the true freedom.

 Bible  always underscores the value of freedom as the  crown of man’s glory. It is a gift given for him. “Freedom is one of the most precious gifts that the heavens have bestowed on men, with its treasures locked in the earth and hidden in the depths of the sea are not compared.” Says Don Quixotic. Human being bestowed with the gift of freedom is entrusted  everything  that created by God for appropriate use with responsibility. He is free to eat or  not to eat the fruit from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil(Gn.2:16-17). His  gift of freedom must not be misused. “For you were called to freedom, brothers and sisters ; only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for self-indulgence,” (Gal.5:13), says St. Paul. Responsible use of  our  freedom will pave the way for a new heaven and earth as Jesus envisioned. It has to be anticipated and materialized here in our humble life
situations. As long as the freedom we received as gift is  exercised appropriately in the way desired, the net result is a new heaven and earth(Is.65:12). It is our duty to get back the paradise .

 To exercise one’s freedom means to live in this world, doing good for others, even being ready to sacrifice one’s own well-being.  Here it is relevant what J.Nehru said: “Freedom demands respect for the freedom of others.”  Hence,  let us have the authentic  freedom and use in the way desired and meant for.
                When we celebrate the Independence-day of our country, the realities that are happening around are not that much pleased. Even after 53 years of independence, India is still in much confusion and chaos. The country is drifting along shoreless  sea of instability. The India which Gandhi, Nehru, and  other leaders worked hard to stabilize, to form into a powerful democratic nation is at present getting disintegrated  due to the instability of the governments and the inaptitude of  leaders. The recent past of its political history shows ominous signs of its growing decay. The competition for power and position has turned our leaders into a selfish lot. As a result, the parties split, unprincipled alliances are born, harmful policies are advocated, and pernicious slogans are raised, all just for power. Here we need a change for better. So, new visions, dedicated visionaries and patriotic sons are what our mother-land needs today. Let us also raise our sincere prayers for our country with the powerful intercession of Blessed Virgin Mary as we celebrate the feast of the Assumption of Blessed  Virgin Mary .

Fr.Cherian Mambrakuzhy

YEARLY PROGRAMME FOR THE YEAR 2000-2001 - D.M.C.A.

D.M.C.A Central  Committee held on 2nd July, 2000 at Community Hall, Gole-dak-khana chalked out the following programme for the  current  year :-
- Mar Ivanios Day:.July 15(Saturday): Memorial Function at                                           Malankara  Centre, Vasant Kunju. Time 7 p.m; July 16: Holy Mass and   special programme  at St. Mark’s Church, Panjabi Bagh. Time 10a.m; Memorial service at Prabu Prakash Girija, Trilokpuri. Time 10a.m.
- Youth Day: August 15 (Tuesday). One Day programme for Youth.     Venue: S.H.Cathedral, Gole-Dak-khana. Co-ordinator : Fr.Kuriakose Nellattu, Youth Director.
- Sardana Pilgrimage:  August 27,2000 (Sunday) Coordiantor:- Mr.    K. Y. Jose,  Dishad Garden.
- Ettunompu and Feast of the Nativity of Our Lady. September 1-8 (Zonal-wise)
- Children’ Day: October 2  (Monday). Venue: Nirmal Jyothi Convent, Vasant Kunju Coordinator: Mr.T.G.Thomas.
- Re-Union Day: October 15 (Sunday): Re-union Day Celebration and Malankara  Mission Family Day under the auspices of Malankara Catholic Church,  Delhi Region at   Community Centre , Gol dakhana, New Delhi. Convenor:- Fr.Cherian Mambrakuzhy; Co-convenor:- Mr.V.P.Thomas.
- October 10(Tuesday): Memorial Service of Late Archbishop  Mar Gregorious. Mass at Malankara Centre, Vasant Kunju. Time: 7pm.
- Bahya Kerala Malankara Convention:  at Borivili in Bombay from Oct. 27 to 29,2000.
- Orientation Programme for  D.M.C.A. Area Committee Members and  Office Bearers  on November 5 ( Sunday) Venue:Community Hall at Cathedral.    Coordinator:  Mr. K. J. John (West Delhi).
- Christ the King Feast : November 26 (Sunday).
- Carol Service: December. House to house Carol Service(zonal wise) -X’mas  Celebration: December 24(Sunday): X’mas  Celebration and Inter zonal Carol competition. Time: 5pm; Christmas Liturgy in Malankara Rite at 6.30pm.Venue: Cathedral.
- Inter Association Carol Competition: December 31,2000 (Sunday) at  Ghaziabad.
- New Year Mass: 2001 January 1, New Year Mass(Zonal wise arrangements).
- Family Day: January 7 ,2001( Sunday).D.M.C.A. Family Day & Cultural Fest at  Gole-Dak-Khana.Time : 8am – 5pm. Coordinator: Mr. V.P.Thomas.
- -Mathrusangamam: Venue: Mayur Vihar Ph.111.Coordinators: Sr.Tessy Maria S.I.C and Sr.Rose John D.M.
- Lent:  March –April : Lenten retreats( Zonal-wise).
- Holy Week Services : April

YEARLY PROGRAMME OF U.P.M.C.A. FOR 2000-2001

U.P.M.C.A executive committee held on Sunday, 2nd July, 2000 at St.Paul’s Church, Ghaziabad chalked out a programme for the current year.
-  Liturgical and catechetical training for the community on every first Sunday  for one hour just before  the Holy Mass at  St. Paul’s Church, New Raj Nagar, Ghaziabad.
-  Organising catechism classes for the children on all first Sundays before      the Holy Mass.
-      Sardhana Pilgrimage :August 27, 2000(Sunday).
-      Ettunompu: Sept 1-8.
-     Re-Union Day Celebration: October –15,2000(Sunday). Venue:    Community   Centre , Gol dakhana, New Delhi
-  Bahya Kerala Malankara Convention, Bombay: October
 27-29.
-          House To House X’mas Carol, December.-
               Inter Association Carol Competition:   December 31,2000 (Sunday).
 Family Get-together: December 31,2000 ( Sunday).

FAREWELL  TO REV. FR. K.T.JAMES, OFM, Cap.

Rev.Fr. K.T.James, OFM, Cap, who had  been a great help for the malankara  community  in  Ghaziabad and well-wisher  of Malankara Church, left Ghaziabad for Delhousie (Himachal Predesh) on July 4, 2000 to assume his  new responsibility. Ghaziabad Malankara Community accorded him a farewell on July 2nd ,Sunday at St. Paul’s Church , New Raj Nagar.   On behalf of the Malankara Church in Delhi Region, especially for the community at Ghaziabad, Fr. Cherian Mambrakuzhy felicitated him and expressed  gratitude for the sincere and effective service rendered to the community.  UPMCA Vice President, Mr. Varughese Mathew presented him a gift as a token of love & gratitude.  Sisters from Faridabad,Uttam Nagar and  Mayur Vihar were also present on the occasion.

REGIONAL COMMITTEE MEETING –MAYUR VIHAR PH.III

A special meeting of Central committee members of DMCA, HMCA, and UPMCA  was held at St.Mary’s School, Mayur Vihar III on July 23, 2000 immediately after the  Holy Mass to discuss about the Re-Union-Day Celebrations. The meeting, presided over by the Chaplain of the Malankarites, decided to celebrate the day in Delhi with adequate solemnity .  Details of the celebration will be informed later.

ONE MORE PRAYER MEETING FOR OKHALA ZONE

Considering the need of larger participation of our members in the prayer-meeting, Okhla Zone has decided to start one more prayer-meeting on every 4th Sunday at 5.00 p.m. This is in addition to the prayer-meeting already being held on every 3rd Sunday in the Zone.  Accordingly, on the 4th Sunday of July (23.7.2000), a prayer-meeting was held at the R/o Mr. Xavior M.P..776/7, Govindpuri.  Sr. Vandana SIC and Sr. Maria Terese SIC led the prayer meeting.  Henceforth every 3rd & 4th Sundays there will be prayer-meetings in Okhla Zone.  Prayer Coordinators and Area Committee Members are requested to ensure more participation covering more areas.

YOUTH DAY CELEBRATION

In order to rejuvenate the youth of our community, Malankara Catholic Youth Movement in Delhi observes August 15, 2000 (Tuesday) as YOUTH-DAY at S.H. Cathedral, Gole-dak-kahana.  The programme of the day includes ‘Holy Qurbono’, Inaugural Session, Thought-provoking/leadership-oriented classes, Common Lunch, Group Discussions etc.  Rev. Fr. Susai Sebastian, Vicar, S.H. Cathedral, Hon’ble Member of Parliament Shri Francis George (Idukki), Shri A.J. Philip, Sub-Editor, Indian Express and other Youth leaders will lead different sessions.  The programme will start at 9.00 a.m. and conclude at 4.30 p.m.  All members of the Youth are requested not to miss the programme and make it a success by your active participation.

SUCCESS – CONGRATULATIONS

--  Asha Daniel,D/o Mr.P.O. Daniel, WZ-A/46, Vidhya Vihar Colony, Uttamnagar      secured 60% marks in Class XII (CBSE).
-- Sujay Varughese, D/o Mr. T.K.Varughese, AG-I/62-B,Vikaspuri secured 55% marks in Class XII (CBSE).
-- Lincy Elias D/o Mr.Elias, 711,pkt. 6, Mayur Vihar ,Ph. II, secured       60% marks in Class XII (CBSE).

WELCOME TO SR.MARITTA D. M.

Delhi Malankara  Mission extends a hearty welcome to Sr.Maritta D.M., who has recently joined to the community at Mayur Vihar convent. Prior to her coming to Delhi she was at Amritsar in Panjab.

MALANKARA WEBSITE LAUNCHED

An inter-net website of our own has been launched recently.  Even though  the site setting up is not yet  completed, it provides rather sufficient details of the Malankara Church, particularly of the Malankara Mission in Delhi Region. Suggestions and materials for the site are always welcome. Sincere thanks and hearty congratulations to Mr. Shery Thomas and Mr. Bobby, who have taken initiative to launch the project and are working hard to keep the site very interesting and useful . The address of the site is given below:
http://www.geocities.com/dmca_saket

MAR IVANIOS DAY CELEBRATED

At VasantKunj:   There was a special Holy Qurbono and memorial service led by Fr. Cherian Mambrakuzhy and Fr. Kuriakose Nellattu at 7p.m .on July 15th  at Malankara Centre. After the service ‘nercha’ was distributed to all.

At Panjabi Bagh :  Mar Ivanios Ormaperunal was celebrated solemnly at St. Mark’ s Church, Panjabibagh on Sunday,the 16th July,2000.  Youth Wing, West Delhi had taken initiative to organise the day with special service and memorial meeting . Fr. Cherian Mambrakuzhy delivered the memorial speech.  Mr. Biju George, Mr.T.K. Varghese, Mr. Viji Kattumattam and Mr. Stephen also spoke on the occasion. ‘Neyyappam’ as ‘nercha’ was distributed to at the end of the function. Thanks to the Youth Members.

At Mayur Vihar: Malankara makkal of East Delhi celebrated Mar Ivanios Day at 10a.m. on 16th of July,2000 at Prabu Prakash Girija, Trilokapuri. There was a special Holy Mass and memorial service led by Fr. Kuriakose Nellattu.  Hundreds of Malankarites were present for the celebration.

At Faridabad : Mar Ivanios Day was celebrated very solemnly at Malankara Bhavan, Faridabad on 16th July 2000. After Holy Mass, as part of the special memorial service, there was a public meeting organized by H.M.C.A.  H.E. Philip McDonagh, the Ambassador of Ireland, who delivered Mar Ivanios Memorial Lecture, was the Chief Guest. Shri K.K. Koshy (IPS), Inspector General of Police (Haryana) presided over the meeting. Fr.Shaji (Orthodox Church), Fr.Paul(Syro Malabar Church), Fr.Rabindra Jain (Latin Church), Sr.Benjamin SIC (Principal, St. Mary’s School, Bathola), and Adv. Abraham Pattiayani (Secretary, DMCA) felicitated on the occassion.  Fr.Varghese Madathikkunnath welcomed the gathering and Mr.K.A.Thomas proposed vote of thanks. Kumari Jerrin Varughese  was the compere of the programme.   A large gathering consisted of  Malankarites from Delhi and Faridabad and sister churches of Faridabad was present on the function. At the end of the function lunch was served  to all.  Thanks and congratulations to the organizing team.

SARDANA PILGRIMAGE – JUBILEE PILGRIMAGE

Our pilgrimage to Sardana that we traditionally and regularly conduct every year will be this year on August 27th 2000( Sunday). The date has been chosen after a detailed  discussion in the regional committee meeting held on August 31st 2000( Monday ) at Malankara Centre. Since  Year 2000 is the Jubilee year, the pilgrimage of this year has greater importance.   Let us prepare ourselves to make the pilgrimage a blessing to all.

REGIONAL M.C.Y.M COMMITTEE MEETING

A Regional M.C.Y.M Committee Meeting was held at Malankara Centre, Vasantkunj on 30th July, 2000(Sunday) after the mass. The meeting was presided over by Fr.Kuriakose Nellattu. The draft of the ‘Constitution’ of the M.C.Y.M of Delhi Region, presented by Mr.Biju George, was examined and discussed thoroughly in the meeting.

MAR GREGORIOUS SCHOLARSHIP

Delhi Malankara Catholic Association invites applications for the scholarships instituted by D.M.C.A in the memory of Archbishop Benedict Mar Gregorios for top scorers in Class X and XII examinations. The scholars is exclusively for the members of D.M.C.A. the scholarship amount Rs.3000/-for Class XII and Rs.2000/-for Class X. those who want to be considered may apply  to the Chairman with a copy of the marksheet, before September 17th 2000.

YOUTH WING - WEST DELHI

The Youth Wing, West Delhi, in its AGM held on 16th July, 2000 at St. Mark’s Chuch, Punjabi Bagh, elected the new Office Bearers for the year 2000-2001, the names of which are given below :-

 Director      :        Fr. Kuriakose Nellattu        (Tel. 6897737)

President     :        Mr. Viji Kattumattam  (Tel: 98111 82029)
Vice President:     Miss. Simi Thomas  (Tel: 5633914)
Secretary     :       Mr.Binu Abraham  (Tel: 6497491(O)
Jt.Secretary  :      Mr.Soni George  (Tel: 5699589)
Treasure      :       Mr.Alex  (Tel: 962800082)
Animators     :      Mr.T.K. Varughese  (Tel: 5611466)
                            Sr. Tessy Maria (Tel: 5643048)
Area Representatives:
Janakpuri     :      Mr. Viji Kattumattam (Tel:  981182029)
Jeevanpark    :     Miss. Bency Iype (Tel: 5554487 Extn. 244)
Uttam Nagar   :    Mr.Biju Pappachan  (Tel: 9628 000082)
Hastal        :         Miss. Simi Thomas  (Tel: 5633914)
Mohan Garden  :  Mr.James Daniel (Tel: 916-385095 Exten.286)
Tagore Garden :   Mr. John M.A. (Reji) Tel: 5930653(O)
ESI Colony    :      Mr. Albert (Tel. 5466108)
Patel Nagar   :      Mr. Biju George (Tel:  5853121)
Harinagar     :       Mr. Sabu Samuel (Tel:5148914)
Naraina       :        Mr. Mathews (Tel. 5698005(O)
Delhi Cantt.  :      Miss. Sophia George Tel: 5699589
Rohini        :         Mr.Sabu N.E. (Tel: 7048450)
Kingsway Camp :  Mr. Raju  - Tel. 7111971(O)
Malkagang     :      Mr.Shaji John - Tel:  5767014(O)

BAPTISM

Joicy (Mariamma), D/o Mr. John K. Cherian and Lincy John, WZ- 10/A, Rattam Park, Ramgrah,New Delhi on 16th July, 2000 at St. Mark’s Church, Panjabibagh, New Delhi.

NECROLOGY

Mrs. Rachel Thomas(66years), M/o Mr. K.T. Thomas,115, Pkt-C, Group-I, Hasthal, N.Delhi, died on July 18,2000 and buried on 19th July at the War Cemetery, Delhi Cantonment.
Mr. Yohannan Kulakkattu(65yrs),  F/o Jessy Alex, 2906/3, Faridabad, died on 22/7/2000 and was buried on 29/7/2000 at Vadasserkkara, Ranni.
 

PRAYER MEETINGS

EAST DELHI
13/8/2000                      :R/o Mr.K.M. Cherian,45B, Pkt.B/7. 5p.mTel. 2616300
DILSHAD GARDEN
20/8/2000                      :  R/o  Mr. Jameskutty P.P, /832, Dilshad
                                           Garden. 5p.m. Tel.
CENTRAL DELHI
13/8/2000                      : R/o Mr. Jagan Thomas, 697 Bks Marg, New Delhi-1.
                                           5p,m  Tel. 3340697
WEST DELHI
St.Mary’s
(6.8.20000)                    : R/o Mr. K.T. Thomas, Flat No. 115, Pkt.C,  Group–I,
                                        Hastal (Tel. 5632958) at 5.00p.m.
Mar Ivanios
(13.8.2000)          :R/o Mr. Philip Pattasserry, F-20/38,sector-15
                                         Rohini (Tel. 7894863) at 5.00 pm.
Little flower
(20.8.2000)                     :R/o Mrs. Mercy Simon, B-490, 25yard plot, Reghubir
                                         Nagar at 5.00 p.m.
SAKET
27/8/2000                     : R/o Mr. Mathew Cherian, T-67, II MD Floor, Kirkhi
                                        Exten., Malvianagar.

OKHALA
20/8/2000                    :  Dr. Toji Kaleekal, D 6, Type 1, W.Kidwai Nagar. 5p.m.
                                         Tel. 6111043
 GHAZIABAD
27/8/00                         : R/o Mr. Rajesh Pappachan, A-134, Sanjay Nagar,
                                         Ghaziabad.
FARIDABAD
St.Mary’s
13/8/2000                      : R/o Mr. C.N. 1398A/29, 6p.m.
27/8/2000                      :R/o Mr. Monukkuttan, 181/Bhoor Colony.6p.m.
St. Joseph’s
5/8/2000                       : R/o Mr. Jose. F, 2756A/3.7p.m.
19/8/2000                     : R/o Mr. Thomas P.M., 3170 A/3. 7p.m.
St.Thomas
12/8/2000                      : R/o Mr.Kochumman A.G,B-2628, SGM Nagar.7.30p.m
19/8/2000                     :  R/o Mr. Chacko P.K,4J-165, Adarsh Colony. 4p.m.
St. George
26/8/2000                     :  R/o Mr. Samuel, 134-Janatha colony.7.30p.m.

M.C.Y.M

FARIDABAD 13/8/2000 :   Malankara Bhavan. 10a.m.
DILSHAD GARDEN 13/8:   St.Sebastian’s ,  Dilshad Garden. 11.30 a.m.
WEST DELHI 20/8/2000  :   St.Mark’s Chruch, Panjabi Bagh. 11.30 a.m.
OKHALA 27/8/2000     :  Church of Our Lady of Health 11.30 a.m.
SAKET     13/8/2000      :   Little Flower Church,Pushpavihar. 11.30a.m.
EAST DELHI 20/8         :   St.Mary’s  School, Mayur Vihar PhaseIII(11.30a.m.

STUDY GROUP FOR GENTS

FARIDABAD 13/8/2000 :   Malankara Bhavan. 10a.m
WEST DELHI 20/8/00  :   St.Mark’s Chruch, PanjabiBagh. 11.30 a.m.
OKHALA 27/8/2000      :  Church of Our Lady of Health.11.30 a.m.
EAST DELHI  27/8/2000  :   St.Mary’s  School, Mayur Vihar Phase-III 11.30a.m.

MATHRUSANGAM

GHAZIABAD   12/8/00       R/o Jolley Varghese H- 107,Sanjay Nagar, Gbd. 7.30p.m
FARIDABAD   13/8/00      :   Malankara Bhavan. 10a.m
WEST DELHI  20/8/00      :  St.Mark’s Chruch, Panjabi Bagh. 11.30 a.m.
EAST DELHI 27/8/00        :  St.Mary’s  School, Mayur Vihar Phase-III 11.30a.m

DAYS OF IMPORTANCE- AUGUST, 2000

August      01.    15 days fast begins.
      “         04.        St.John / Maria Viany.
      “         05.        Prophet Moses.
      “         06.        Transfiguration of Our Lord.
                         Episcopal Consecration Anniversary of Mar Timotheos.
      “         15.        Assumption of Our Lady
                         Indian Independence Day
                         Youth Day Celebration at Gole-dak-khana.
                         Prayer Day at Faridabad.
      “        21.         St. Pius X Pope.
      “        27.         St.Monica.
                          Sardana Pilgrimage
      “        28.         St.Augustine.
 

RELEVANCE OF MAR IVANIOS DAY

The memory of great personalities like Late Fathers of the church give us inspiration, courage and commitment to our own call of Christian existence. The Syrian Christians always have this traditional , patrimonial remembrance of our forefathers, those who lived a saintly and committed Christian life for the service of the people of God and society. In this way when we remember our Late Archbishop Mar Ivanios we do pay our deepest homage to the departed soul.  Late H.G. Most Rev. Geevarghese  Mar Ivanios was great visionary of the Church and prophet of  Church unity. He was a world known Ecumenist, a scholar  and a Church Father from the Syrian community in Kerala.  Born in Panikaruveetil family at Mavelikara, Central Travancore, Kerala,   P.T. Geevarghese was fondly called “M.A. Achan” after his obtaining M.A.Degree as the first one among the Syrian Christian  Priests. He became a professor at Serampoor College, Calcutta, where he was inspired by the Indian monastic traditions, which paved the way for starting  an Indigenous Monastic Order among the Syrian Christian community which is now known as “Bethany” within Catholic and Orthodox churches, founded by Mar Ivanios himself (Abo Geevarughese).  His contributions to the churches in India as Bishop in the Orthodox Church includes even in the installation of the Seat of Catholicos, for which the main brain behind was of H.G.Mar Ivanios who wanted permanent peace and prosperity in Indian  Church. As an Archbishop in the Catholic Church, Mar Ivanios emerged as a known spiritual figure all over the world and as an Eastern Church Father that helped him to represent India in Eucharisitic Congress in Ireland and personal meeting with great personalities like American President and other world leaders of that
time.
As a great scholar, eminent theologian, philosopher and life long seeker  after the light of knowledge, he spoke on Indian culture, the patrimony of Syrian Churches in different parts of the world.  In India too, he became a Champion of education which he considered as means to liberate people from the bondage of ignorance superstitions and illiteracy and lead the Syrian Churches into a prosperous community in Education and Curlture. For this purpose  he established famous colleges like Mar Ivanios College, Trivandrum to open the eyes and ears of the youth.  H.G. Mar Ivanios, a life dedicated for the entire Syrian Churches and for the society as a whole after a period of strenuous and hectic task of organizing the
Malankara Catholic Church passed  away on 15th July,1953. For the Malankara Catholic Church, July 15th is the Death  Anniversary of our departed Archbishop and we commemorate this day as “ Mar Ivanios Day” every year.

Fr.Varughese Madathikunnath


 

SPONSORS

This issue is sponsored by Mrs.&Mr. Saji Varughese (Prasad)
(F-29, Bersarai, JNU)
On the occasion of the Birthday of their daughter
JISSA S. SAJI

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