KNANAYA TIMES 2021 JULY ISSUE

\"t^m¨ t^m¿ tIcf' hnZym-`ymk klmb ]≤-Xn-bp-ambn sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. Nn°mtKm: hSt° Atac- n°- b- nse Iv\\m\\mb kwLS- I- f- psS amXrk- w- \\S∏- ne- m°- p∂- p. ]T\\- mh- i- yØ- n\\- mbn saKm-kvt]m¨k¿ LS- \\- b- mb sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.F- . (Iv\\m\\- mb ImØe- nIv tIm¨{Kkv Hm^v kvam¿´v t^mWp-Iƒ hmßp-hm≥ tkma≥ & F¬k tIm´q¿ t\\m¿Øv Ata-cn-°)-bpsS B`n-a-pJy-Øn¬ tImhnUv Ime-L-´-Øn¬ _p≤n- ap´v A\\p`- h- n°- p∂ 8˛mw ¢m v Hm¨sse≥ hnZym`- ymk- Ø- n\\v _p≤na- p´v A\\p`- h- n°- p∂ tIcf- Ø- nse apX¬ 12˛- mw ¢m v hsc ]Tn°- p∂ Ip´nI- ƒ°v kvam¿´v t^mWpI- ƒ kuP\\- ya- mbn \\¬Ip∂ Hcp ]≤Xn apgp-h≥ Iv\\m\\mb Ip´n-Iƒ°pw AXpt- ]mse Xs∂ tIm´bw AXn- cq]- X- b- psS F√m kIv qfpI- f- ns- ebpw 8˛mw ¢m v apX¬ 12˛- mw ¢m v hsc ]Tn°- p∂ kvam¿´v t^m¨ AXym- hi- ya- p≈ apgph- ≥ Ip´nI- ƒ°pw 7000 cq]m hneh- c- p∂ kvam¿´v t^mWp- Iƒ \\¬Ip-hm-\\p≈ ]≤-Xn-bmWv hn`mh- \\w sNbXv nc- n°- p∂- s- X∂v sI.- kn.k- n.F- ≥.F- . {]knU- ‚ v kndnb- Iv Iqh°- m´- n¬ Adnb- n®- p. sI.k- n.k- n.- F≥.-F.-bpsS Iogn-ep≈ apgp-h≥ AwK-kw-L-S-\\-IfpsSbpw kl-I-c- W-tØm-sS-bmWv Cu ]cn-]mSn \\S- ∏n-em-°p-∂-Xv. (tijw t]Pv 9 ¬) sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. sSIvkmkv doPn-bW¬ I¨h≥j≥ BKÃv 27, 28 Xob-Xn-I-fn¬ Regional Convention Kickoff at Huston From right Sabu Mulayanikunnel, Anup doPn-b-W¬ I¨h≥j≥ Int°m^v -˛ km≥ At‚m-Wntbm : (he-Øp-\\n-∂pw) cherukattoore, phils mappilasseril, Jimmy Kunnacherry, joy palackapambil, Binoy tdmWn hmWn]pc-bv°¬, entPm a®m-\\n-°¬, PqUv I´-∏p-dw, kndn-bIv Iqh-°m-´n¬, Thathamkulam, Elvis Anakallamalayil, Jimmy Chakariamthadathil, Vijayan nedumcheril, tSmtPm tNmc-Øv, kv‰o^≥ a‰-Øn¬, sken≥ a‰-Øn¬, _o\\ tNmc-Øv. Jitty puthukeril, Jose Chamakalayil, Bobby Kandathil sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. sSIvkmkv doPn-bs‚ B`n-ap-Jy-Øn¬ BKÃv 27, KCCNA, in conjunction with Houston HKCS, Dallas KCA and San Antonio 28 Xob-Xn-I-fn¬ lqè Iv\\m\\mb ImØ-enIv skmssk‰n, Umfkv KCS units are going to conduct a Texas Regional Convention on the weekend of Iv\\m\\mb Atkm-kn-tb-j≥, km≥ At‚m-Wntbm Iv\\m\\mb ImØenIv August 27-29 2021 in Burnett Texas. It is a 3 hour trip from Dallas, 1.5 hours from skmssk‰n F∂n-h-cpsS BXn-tY-b-Xz-Øn¬ _¿W‰v sSIvkm-kn¬sh®v San Antonio and 3.5 hours from Houston. The property is spread out in 50 acres doPn-b-W¬ I¨h≥j≥ kwL-Sn-∏n-°p-∂p. _¿W-‰n-ep≈ AXn-a-t\\m-l- with all the amenities which includes swimming pool, volleyball, basketball, c-amb _°-\\¿ Iymºv sk‚-dn¬ h®v \\S-°p∂ (Camp Buckner, 3835 kayaking, zip lining and many other activities. Houston had their Registration FM 2342 BURNET, TX) Cu doPn-b-W¬ I¨h≥j-\\n¬ sSIvkmkv dnPo- kickoff on Sunday June 20th, Dallas and San Antonio will be having their soon! b-W-ense apgp-h≥ Iv\\m\\mb kap-Zm-bmw-K-߃°pw HØp-tN-cp-∂-Xn\\pw This will be a unique opportunity for us to come together to foster our unity as (tijw t]Pv 16 ¬) Texan Knanaites, thus strengthening our umbrella organization KCCNA, at this critical time, when we are facing innumerable hurdles for our existence as an endogamous community.

2 PATRON MESSAGE FROM His Excellency Mar Mathew Moolakkat KCCNA EXECUTIVE Archbishop of Kottayam +91 481 256 327 Dear Knanaya brothers and sisters, [email protected] Being a part of our glorious Knanaya Community without doubt is always something SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR that we should all be very proud of. As we all know, we are facing few threats against Rev. Msgr. Thomas Mulavanal the very existence of our most valuable practices and cultures. Nevertheless, I assure (310) 709 511 you that we will fight the best fight and by our unity and timely intervention we will for [email protected] sure reach our goal of protecting and upholding our age-old customs that were entrusted to us by our forefathers. Officers As the unprecedented times of Covid-19 are almost under control, all our regions are PRESIDENT either already fully open or are gearing up to be open. Most of our units have great Cyriac Koovakattil celebrations and activities planned for the upcoming months. I strongly encourage each (630) 673 3382 of you to take active participation in your respective units. Let us also do our best to [email protected] motivate and inspire our young generation to come forward and be actively involved in our community activities. This way they will be exposed to the well-known fellowship EXE VICE PRESIDENT and receptiveness of Knanaya community. There is no doubt that the future of our John C. Kusumalayam community is strongly dependent on our young generation and we need to take (845) 671 0922 conscious steps to get them actively involved and bring them to the forefront. [email protected] Even though we all bear different family names, at the end of the day we all are part of GENERAL SECRETARY one big Knanaya family. Let this not be forgotten and let us strive towards staying united Lijo Matchanickal and maintaining our camaraderie. Fellowship and unity are two main factors that (917) 359 5649 differentiates us. Let us put continued effort to work on them and grow together. And [email protected] as we know, the more we give, the more we grow. Giving back to the society is one of our key focuses. “ Phone4Kerala” Challenge is an initiative by KCCNA to collect phones JOINT SECRETARY for deserving students in Kerala to continue their education using digital platform. I Jitty Puthukkeril request each of you to donate to this noble cause. (346) 754 2407 [email protected] Thanking you all in advance for all your support and encouragement! TREASURER Cyriac John C Lijo Jitty Jaimon Jaimon Kattinacheril Koovakattil Kusumalayam Matchanickal Puthukkeril Kattinacheril (813) 502 3447 KCCNA Ex Vice [email protected] KCCNA General Joint Treasurer President President Secretary Secretary REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS Arizona/ Los Angeles/San jose/ REQUEST Las Vegas/Sacramento Shiju Appozhiyil We are requesting the following items to publish in Knanaya Times: Please support (818) 522 2301 KCCNA Unit events with pictures and write up Canada Prestigious Award recognitions KNANAYA Jomon Kudiyirippil Graduation recognitions TIMES (647) 839 4114 Milestone Birthday's and Wedding Anniversary for Advertisements Chicago Business/Personal Advertisements The paper for our Knanaya People Justin Thenganatt (847) 287 5125 San Antonio /Dallas Jude Kattappuram (817) 874 5296 Minnesota/Ohio/Detroit Phinu Thoompanal (630) 974 7383 New York Jenny Thadathil (732) 491 5366 Philadelphia/Boston/Washington Raju Parackal (215) 919 1240 Tampa/Atlanta/Miami Jomon Chemmarappallil (954) 401 9688 Houston Sabu Mulayanikunnel (310) 904 3081 KCYLNA PRESIDENT Bennett Vadakara (832) 512 8463) KCWFNA PRESIDENT Dr. Divya Vallippadavil (281) 797 6362 AUDITORS Simon Koithara Cyril Valimattom LEGAL ADVISOR Jobil Chorath KCCNA PRO Simon Muttathil (847) 910 4531 [email protected]

3 Message from KCYLNA PRESIDENT As the pandemic enters a slow decline, we generation of KCYLNA with professionalism and values that will as KCYLNA reflect on what has happened dur- last a lifetime. As much as we talk about the Knanaya party cul- ing the last 2 years. From a virus that took the ture, we should be using that same energy into our generation's lives of many, a technology wave that pushed students to a virtual education, careers, athletics, and mental health to better foster platform and a social justice movement that changed the world, the youth. Our new KYLNA team has worked hard in creating new our generation has been through a lot. With all that is going on, and engaging events for our youth while continuing to follow COVID one may argue that even our Knanaya spirit has severely declined, related precautions. In our future events, we have a sport tourna- especially with not being able to attend church or our association ment, national charity drive as well as networking events that will events during this time. That is why it's up to our KCYLNA team to provide our vision and goal. adapt to our new world and to provide events that are aligned with our generation. Coming out of the pandemic will be tough, but KCYLNA vision During this term, KCYLNA vision is to not only to foster connec- and mission this term is to create a new generation of Knanaya tions with all KCYL members in North America but also to create a that will elevate academically and athletically. network for all Knanaya youth around the US. By creating plat- #ScholarsandChampions forms like the “The Knanaya Professional Network” (Linkedin) which builds skills with other members, we set a standard onto the next Bennett Vadakara KCYLNA President Upcoming KCYLNA Events in 2021 1. Boston Mixer (Saturday, July 24, 2021) 4. Summit a. The Boston Mixer is a one-day event for 21+ Knanaya youth. The Mixer a. Summit is a 3-day event for Knanaya youth in the high school age group will begin with an inauguration followed by brunch on a yacht. After that will be held at the end of this December 2021. This event is one of that, youth will have access to an arcade near the Boston harbor with KCYLNA’s most popular events, with spots often filling up in 15 minutes time for sightseeing. Finally, the day will end with a dinner where they during registration. During this event, Knanaya youth have opportunities can enjoy tasty Mexican food. This one-day event will be a great kick to meet other Knanaya youth around the US and have fun in a safe off for our KCYLNA events while we continue to practice environment. More details with location and registration details Covid related precautions. will be emailed out in September. 2. Raffle These are all of the KCYLNA events for this year. We hope that all parents in our community will encourage their children ages a. KCYLNA will be holding a nationwide raffle in August and 14-25 to come out to our events! Please follow us on our social September to raise money for our various events. Items media below to stay up to date with KCYLNA events. As always, that can be won in the raffle are a PlayStation 5, a series if you have any questions or ideas for us, feel free to email us at 6 apple watch, and a $100 Amazon gift card. Raffle ticket [email protected]. prices and more details will be emailed out soon. Facebook Page: Knanaya Catholic Youth League of North 3. KCCNA Sports Tournament (September 4th and 5th, America 2021) Facebook Group: Official Knanaya Young Adults of NorthAmerica Group a. KCCNA is hosting a sports tournament with KCS, KCYL Chicago, and KCYLNA. This is a 2-day tournament that will be conducted during Instagram: @kcylna Labor Day weekend in Chicago, Illinois. Men’s Basketball, Men’s Volleyball, and Women’s Volleyball competitions will be held, and cash LinkedIn Group: Knanaya Professional Network prizes will be given out to 1st and 2nd place. Registration information for teams will be emailed out soon. Reshma Karakkattil KCYLNA General Secretary KCYLNA EXECUTIVE BOARD 2021-2023

4 ATLANTA KCYL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Ansil Arackal Varsha Thayil Seraphina Arackal Serena Mulayanikunnel Isabel Athimattathil Nathanal Pullanapallil President Vice President Treasurer Historian Secretary Joint Secretary Good evening, On February 21, 2021, our KCYL board took the oath. On March 13, 2021, we helped the KCAG Women's Forum conduct a bridal shower for all the girls in our community getting married this year. It was an amazing event with fun games and delicious food. On June 17, 2021, our board hosted a KCYL summer fiesta at our church. We had delicious food with fun games and a campfire. Our plan this year is to have a few fundraisers and many more fun events. Additionally, our goal is for all our youth to have access to community service opportunities such as church clean ups ,volunteer- ing at the homeless shelter, and visiting a nursing home. After a difficult year, my goal as KCYL president is to bring all the youth of our community together and make incredible memories. My board and I are honored to be leading KCYL and are working hard to make it a success! Thank you, Ansil Arackal (Atlanta KCYL President) CANADA KCYL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Richin Vezhaparambil Catherine Chamakala Shreya Kannankara Neha Thottam Jacob Chandrappillil Joint Secretary Treasurer President Vice President Secretary CHICAGO KCYL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Solomon Edat Joshua Elavumkal Andrea Nanthikattu Kayla Viruthikulangara Sam Thuruthuvelil Leah Nellamattam President Joint Secretary Ex. Vice President General Vice President Secretary Treasurer Anusha Alex Chackalackal Tara Kandarappallil Toby Kaithakkathottiyil Derek Thachet Isabelle Padickaparambil Kunnathukizkakkethil PRO Representative Representative Representative Representative Joint Secretary

5 DALLAS KCYL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DETROIT KCYL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Kevin Mathews Ryan Chackunkal Christeen McKenna Chembola Tevin Thomas Chris Thomas Jain Mathew Kannachanparambil Vice President Mangalathet Joint Secretary Thekkilakkattil Mangattupulickiyil Kannachanparambil President Secretary Treasurer Board Member KCYL Director KCYL Detroit-Windsor began its term with online port for the KCYL Task Force in Kerala to help pro- many more to conduct more volunteer and com- and zoom events because of the Covid-19 pan- vide personal protective gear for the group. The munity programs for our youth. KCYL is also demic. We conducted monthly meetings over task force helps families who have been impacted helping the Kids Club with all its activities. The zoom to keep all members connected and by Covid-19 and with our support they were able first KCYL in-person gathering is currently be- helped the KCS Detroit-Windsor with their zoom to help the community even more. With it now be- ing planned to be at the beginning of July at a events such as Inauguration and Easter by han- ing summer, KCYL Detroit-Windsor has begun to park in Michigan followed by a movie night to dling the zoom meetings and ensuring that ev- plan in-person events. On July 7th and July 8th, once again keep all the youth of KCYL engaged erything was working properly from a technol- KCYL is volunteering to help the Capuchin Soup and connected. In the future, KCYL is planning ogy side. In addition, we also had programs for Kitchen of Detroit run smoothly from helping in the more community and charity projects such as each KCS event and had KCYL members as soup kitchen's farm to helping in the kitchen. Addi- informative sessions for the youth regarding the the emcees. We conducted our first community tionally, KCYL is also in contact with other organi- college application process and future job ca- event in April of 2021 by providing financial sup- zations such as Forgotten Harvest, Gleaners, and reers and many more. KCYL and Kids Club Detroit-Windsor KCYL and Kids Club Detroit-Windsor were able to help the Capuchin Soup with Chief GuestsAuxiliary Bishop of Kottayam Mar Joseph Pandarasseril, Caritas Kitchen of Detroit feed lower income families by working in the soup kitchen's Hospital Director Fr. Binu Kunuth, KCYL Kottayam President Libin Jose Parayil, farm with different tasks such as harvesting, washing, and planting crops. The KCYL Kottayam Director Shely Alapat, Fr. Chacko Vandankuzhil, and Bohit event was a big success so we would like to give a big thank you to the chaper- Johnson to honor these volunteers and their contributions to their community. ones Alex Kottoor, Tiju Pokkamthanam, Biju Thekkilakkattil, Joby Mangalathet, We would like to say thank you to KCS Detroit-Windsor President Alex Kottoor and KCYL Director Jain Kannachanparambil for chaperoning and helping with and the executive committee for the support, Spiritual Director Fr. Jemy the event. We would also like to say thank you to the KCS Detroit-Windsor Puthusseril, and KCYL Director Jain Kannachanparambil for helping us to coor- executive committee for supporting us and the Kids Club members who joined. dinate this project. Thank you to everyone who supported us in the past few days and with your contiued support KCYL Detroit-Windsor will continue to plan more community events in the future. As a community service project in India, KCYL Detroit-Windsor supported the volunteers of the KCYL Kottayam Archeparchy Task Force. These volun- teers helped families who were severely impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and with our support they were able to continue to help these families. We were also able to honor 40 task force volunteers and provide a plaque at an event

6 HOUSTON KCYL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Steve Kunnampadavil Jerin Puthenpurayil Nisha Kondoor Davina Pulickiel Stephanie Polackal Jaimy Vadasserikunnel Secretary Joint Secretary President Vice President Treasurer Representative Stephen Vadakara Alena Valuchira Tom Kunnampadavil Leona Ellankil Crisjo Parayamkalayil Representative Representative Representative Director Director HOUSTON Despite starting our KCYL term during a pandemic, our board has been KCYL trying to make the best of the circumstances! Our first event this year was in January for the annual Winter Banquet where we had many activi- WINTER ties, such as salsa dancing, musical chairs, and other interactive games. BANQUET The banquet was an opportunity for ice breakers as well as for the 9th graders to meet the older grade levels, and it was a great success! Then, in March, we held an outdoor movie night at our community center where people brought blankets, ate good food, and got to spend time with their KCYL family. For the summer, we plan on having a joint event including Dallas KCYL, hosted in Austin, because it would be a chance for both groups to get to know each other! The annual basketball tournament is planned for this summer as well, and it will involve teams from multiple different churches. We hope to plan more fun events for the future as well as bring new ideas to KCYL as the year goes on!

KCYL PHILADELPHIA EXECUTIVE 7 KCYL Philadelphia has been particularly involved in hosting sessions and seminars on Knanaya history and rites this year. In January, two of our mem- bers hosted a seminar at our church on the Catholic Church and its Rites, and the importance of Knanaya Traditions. This was found important since we are a multi-ritual diocese consisting of both Syro Malabar and Malankara rites. Besides this, our mission had launched a newsletter in February this year, and KCYL is doing a series on Knanaya History in it. We are also currently conducting Knanaya History sessions internationally over Zoom, in collabora- tion with KCWFNA. This is an event thats the first of its kind for both KCWFNA and KCYL Philadelphia. We have over 290 attendees across the globe, and we are proud to be a part of it. In addition to this, we also conducted an Easter Egg Hunt for the little kids of our Parish. Over the next few months, we will also be having events at our association picnic, as well as an outing for KCYL itself. Thank you, Kevin President, KCYL Philadelphia

SACRAMENTO 8 KCYL MINNESOTA KCYL EXECUTIVE EXECUTIVE Ann Aduparayil Alex Illikattil Ashwin Mukalel Emily Puthukalam Benjamin Thottiyil President Vice President President Vice President Secretary Bennet Kamicheril Mathew Kudilil Jerry Kizhakeparambil KCYL Minnesota have been doing quite a few things so far, we started Secretary with having KCYL members do the rosary every Friday during lent. In the future, some things we are planning are more charitable events and Dear KCCNA LB/EB, collaborating with other kcyl groups. One event we are excited for and planning is our summer picnic where all the kcyl members can come together and have a fun day to stay engaged. Joint Secretary Treasurer Knanaya Catholic Youth League of Sacramento (KCYLS) honored mothers on SAN ANTONIO Dennis Mathew Teena Biji KCYL Thirunelliparambil Kalapurayil Mother’s Day. KCYLS dedicated a song to the mothers at the time of the Holy Vice President Mass on May 02, 2021 in collaboration with Sacramento Knanaya Mission. EXECUTIVE President This was the beginning of the programs KCYLS planned for the year 2021. COMMITTEE KCYLS also honored fathers on Fathers Day by presenting a video made by KCYLS members. KCYLS input thoughtful messages into the video. KCYLS plan to coordinate games and sports during SKCC picnic along with Ice-Cream sale on July 17th, Saturday. Other programs planned for the rest of the year includes Honoring High School and College graduates with SKCC and the mission, Onam painting competition, Malayali Manga and Kerala Shree Com- petition for youth with SKCC’s Onam Gathering, annual trip, Career Day for High School students, Perunal Game Stations and Thanksgiving Lunch/Pot- luck. Sincerely, Ann Mariya Tomy Aduparayil KCYLS President LOS ANGELES KCYL EXECUTIVE Christy Binson Jermy John Kelsey Tojo Vadakkeparambil Kattapuram Chorath Joint Secretary Treasurer Secretary Aingela Kattapuram Mathew Ottappally Christy Kunnathulayil Jasmine Maliyil Joint Secretary President Vice President Secretary Stephen Vazhappallil Simon Vettuparapuram Jyoti Poothampara Esha Villoothara Treasurer Committee Member Committee Member Committee Member

9 NEW YORK KCYL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Neha Chempanal Jamie Perumanisseril Aliya Nellickel Aleena Ashley Nevin Muprapillil Annette President Vice President Secretary Mangattuhundathil Perumanisseril Rockland Bhagavathikunnel- Joint Secretary Representative Rockland Representative Treasurer Emily Perumanisseril Calvin Perumpalath- Rania Thamarathu Melana KCYL of New York Long Island Long Island Westchester Mangattuhundathil Representative The KCYL of New York took their oath on Dec 19th, 2020. Neha Representative Representative Historian Chempanal was elected as the President, Jamie Perumanasseril as Vice-President, Aliyah Nellickal as Secretary, Ashley Perumanasseril as Joint-Secretary and Aleena Mangattuthundathil as Treasurer. Mr. Abraham Permanasseril and Mrs. Sephy Muprapallil are the parent coordinators for the KCYL. KCYL conducted their first event, Hiking trip on Apr 24th at Bear Mountain. Everyone enjoyed till the end with a top view of the Bear Mountain bridge and Hudson River. The members of KCYL are the kids in 9th grade and up. \"t^m¨ t^m¿ tIcf' hnZym-`ymk klmb ]≤-Xn-bp-ambn sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. (H∂mw t]Pn¬ \\n∂pw XpS¿®) tImhnUv alma- mc- nb- ne- qsS IS∂- pt- ]mI- p∂ \\ΩpsS tIcf- Ø- n¬ _p≤n- ap´v A\\p`- h- n°- p∂ Ip´nI- sf Ahc- psS hnZym`- ymk- Ø- n\\- mbn klmb- n- °p∂ Cu PohI- mc- pWy]≤X- nb- n¬ ]¶pt- Nc- ph- m≥ sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.F- . FIvkn-Iyq-´ohv IΩ‰n A`y¿∞n-®p. Cu ]cn-]m-Sn-bpsS saKm kvt]m¨k¿ Bbn apt∂m´- ph- ∂ tkma≥ & F¬k tIm´qc- nt- \\mSv {]tXyIw \\µn Adnb- n°- p∂- p. AXpt- ]ms- eX- s∂ Cu ]cn]- mS- nb- psS kvt]m¨tkg- vkmbn apt∂m´- ph- ∂ apgph- ≥ Iv\\m\\mb kapZ- mb- mwK- ß- - tfmS- pa- p≈ sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.F- .b- psS \\µn Adnb- n®- ps- Im≈- s- ´. At\\Iw At]-£-Iƒ Ct∏mgpw h∂p-sIm-≠n-cn-°p-∂-Xn-\\m¬ IqSp-X¬ kvt]m¨tkg- vkns\\ \\ap°v C\\nbpw Bhi- ya- p≠- v. BbX- n\\- m¬ Hcp t^mWn\\v 100 tUmf¿ F∂ \\nc°- n¬ kvt]m¨k¿ sNøph- m≥ B{K- ln°- p∂- h- ¿ AXmXv bqWn‰v `mch- ml- nI- f- pa- mt- bm, sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.F- . `mch- ml- nI- f- mb kndnb- Iv Iqh°- m´- n¬ (630 673 3332), tPm¨ Ipkpa- m- ebw (845 671 0922), entPm a®m\\- n°- ¬ (917 359 5649), Pn‰n ]pXpt- °- cnbn¬ (346 754 2407), Pbvtam≥ I´nW- t- »c- nb- n¬ (813 502 3447) F∂nh- - cpa- mtbm F{Xbpw thKw _‘s- ∏´v Cu PohI- mc- pWy {]h¿Ø\\- Ø- n¬ ]¶m-fn-I-fm-I-W-sa∂v sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. FIvkn-Iyq-´ohv IΩ‰n A`y¿∞n®- p. CXnt- \\mS- \\- p_- \\- [v- n®v kvt]m¨k¿jn∏v kzoIc- n°- p∂- - Xns‚ DZvLmS- \\w Nn°mtKm Iv\\m\\mb sk‚d- n¬ sh®v \\S∂ ao‰nw- Kn¬ sI.-kn.-F-kv. {]kn-U‚ v tXmakv ]qX-°-cn-bn¬\\n∂pw ktv ]m¨k¿jn∏v kzoIc- n®- ps- Im≠v sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.F {]knU‚ v kndn- bIv Iqh°- m´- n¬ DZLv mS- \\w sNbXv p. NSß- n¬ sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.F- . B¿.- hn.]- n. PÃn≥ sXß\\- m´- v, sI.k- n.F- k- v. sshkv {]knU- ‚- v tPmkv B\\- ae- , sk{I´- dn en≥k¨ ssIXa- e- b- n¬, {Sjd- ¿ jn_p apfb- m\\- n°- p- t∂¬, tPmbn‚ v sk{I´- dn B¬_n≥ sF°t- cØv F∂nh- ¿ ]cn]- mS- n- Iƒ°v t\\XrXzw \\¬In.

10 TAMPA KCYL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Shona Maniparambil Angela Njaralakattukunnel Angelina Vanchipurackal Peter Uralil Philip Chemmarapallil Noah Nedumpallil Treasurer Historian President Vice President Secretary Joint Secretary KCYL TAMPA Hi we are kcyl Tampa! Our new ter program. In may, the kcyl board board was instated in October 2020. attended the kcccf general body Since then we have had numerous meeting where we in sum discussed events and meetings. To begin, we what kcyl has been doing so far and had our registrations at our what we plan to do next. Overall the Friendsgiving party in November last couple months have been suc- 2020. The event was a potluck and it cessful and exciting and we can’t wait was a great opportunity to see ev- to continue what we have been do- eryone again since the pandemic ing. began. In December, we had a bon- fire party and were able to get a few more members to join from this event. Next, we conducted the kcccf New Years program. We performed a dance and caroled at the program. Since this was the first major program since the pandemic began, it was the first introduction the community had to the new kcyl board and was also a great way to reconnect with the com- munity. In February 2021, we held a super bowl party which was very ex- citing seeing how the bucs had won. In March, kcyl volunteers helped to count votes and announce the win- ners at the KCCNA election that was held in Tampa. It was a great oppor- tunity for everyone to be involved and active in the community. We also con- ducted a fundraiser at this event. We sold raffle tickets in exchange for a chance of winning a $100 Amazon gift card. We were able to raise $1000 from this fundraiser and it will be used in the future for kcyl events. In April, we performed once again at the Eas-

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12 she Strength she brings, Though the initia- Sunshine she brings, tive was envisioned Unity she brings, by KCWFNA, their And courage she brings, dream became a re- ality through the The memories she keeps, leadership of the The pain she bears, President, Dr. Divya The happiness she shares, Vallippadavil, support And sorrows she hides, from teachers like Lenus Vallippadavil You she treasures to mount up in the skies, and Maria Simon Your dreams that brings a twinkle in her eyes, Kaitharam, as well as From your birth till you grow, our KCYL Philadel- She is why you know what you know, phia team, headed by Kevin Kuriakose. She remembers when you forget, This initiative She yearns for your joy when you are in despair, wouldn't have been a She leans her shoulder when you rest, success without their She stands tall when you progress, help, support and hard work. Love begins and ends in her arms, You begin and mould in her palms, So far, we hosted Yet you forget to kiss her sometimes, two of our five ses- Yet you forget to thank her sometimes, sions. Our morning session for the first Today, when I am she, week was inaugu- Receiving as you is great happiness, rated by the KCCNA President and the Welcome Speech was delivered by the Mother, I accept, I pray, KCWFNA President, Dr. Divya Vallippadavil. Following this, there was a session This is my offering. on knanaya history by Keleena Kuriakose (grade 1-5) and Lenus Vallippadavil (grade 6+). The students were also taught the first verse of Marthoman by Jisna Jacquilene Jacob Thamarathu Oliyil. The morning session was primarily students from North America, UK and Middle East. The evening session had students from Australia and a few from (KCWFNA General Secretary) USA / Canada. KCWFNA organize The sessions in the second week were taught by Kevin Kuriakose (grade 1- A Global Knanaya History class 5) and Maria Simon Kaitharam (grade 6+) and they focused on the various types of songs we have, as well as its roots. The session was followed by a ‘meet and For the first time in the history of Knanaya, a vir- greet’ that was age-based. We had various students in the morning session that tual and global event is being hosted by the Knanaya wanted to meet the other participants and thus returned to meet them for the Catholic Women's Forum of North America evening session. This was so beautiful to see, as they got to chat, chill and even (KCWFNA), to educate our next generation about get connected on social media to build a friendship outside of this initiative. We our heritage, culture and values. This initiative is being held from June 19, 2021 to July 17, 2021 on got lots of feedback from parents and students, about how they really en- zoom at 11am EST and 8pm EST. joyed the ‘meet and greet’ session. The responsiveness and excitement of the participants made us realize that we need to do this ‘meet and greet’ We currently have over 300 registrations from more often. the United States of America (USA), Canada, Aus- tralia, United Kingdom (UK), Middle East, India and As a followup for this initiative, we are hoping to host monthly gatherings Africa. Since we had to accommodate all the time where the participants can come together, to hear from their elders and zones, we have two sessions each weekend, and those that are more qualified, about various aspects related to their identity the students can attend the one that works for them. as Knanites. This will then be followed by a game night or ‘meet and greet’. The registrants ranged from 6 years old to 35 years old. All in all, the teachers are passionate about the topics they are teaching, Through this five week series, students are taught about our history, the ori- the students are energetic and responsive, and the parents are grateful for gin of our songs, our distinct traditions, the various institutions and uniqueness of this additional avenue to educate their children about their heritage. This our community. We have teachers from across North America, with educational initiative was the perfect platform for knanaya students to connect to others backgrounds, taking sessions. from across the globe as well. “Knanaya History” is the first event of its kind and is paving the path for various people to conduct more initiatives like this one. Article by: Maria Simon Kaitharam (Ontario, Canada)

13 Dual Patriotism Patriotism is defined by the Webster Learn the culture and history. Celebrate the holidays by learning their dictionary as “love for or devotion to one’s significance. Most of the holidays and celebrations can be related to country.” some of the festivals celebrated in our mother country. This has also helped me to be more patriotic towards the country where I now live. As I ponder the meaning of patriotism Giving back to your community also creates a patriotic feeling. There this July 4th, the Independence Day of are so many volunteer opportunities. Getting involved and sharingyour The United States of America, I would thoughts and ideaswill help you create a sense of patriotism. like to share my feelings about patriotism We can also bring about patriotic feelings by showcasing our culture and as a proud American Indian. Living for traditions and appreciating the culture and traditions of others too. nearly 45years in India and then moving Sharing my Indian culture always makes me proud. Whenever I get an to the United States,getting to learn a opportunity I talk about my experiences growing up, the costume and new culture has beena “dual blessing.” cuisine. I enjoy sharing Indian food with my American friends by inviting them to my home or at work when pot luck lunches are shared. America is considered to be the “land of opportunity” and “land of the Organizing events and classes which will educate people about our free.” People migrate here for better opportunities, equal rights and an overall culture and tradition can also foster patriotism. better life style. I am grateful to America for its freedom and opportunities, E. Pluribusunum – “Out of many, one” is the traditional motto of the and I am also proud of my mother country India, a land known for its unity in United States, appearing on the great seal. In today’s society, this motto diversity,which has helped me to respect and support others despite being can still be applied, the diversity that brought us together will continue to from different backgrounds and cultures. Bringing the rich heritage from grow and be a blessing to the land where we now live. Patriotism is not India and sharing it with Americansis a privilege to me. exclusive; it’s all embracing and learning to give. Patriotism must build humanism and unite all of us to love one another and to live in harmony. By As Bunkim Chandra Chatterjee, a great Indian novelist and the writer of these simple acts, starting with our neighbors, we can kindle the spark of VandeMatharamsaid, “Patriotism is religion which is not spiritual in nature, patriotism and create a sense of oneness. but a medium to spread love to one another”. As the Brazilian Catholic Bishop Helder Camara said, “Keep your language, love its sounds, its modulations, its rhythm. But try to march We cannot love our country without loving our countrymen and women. together with men of different languages, remote from your own, who wish We must empower each other and build bridges across our differences to like you for a more just and human world.” reach a common goal. The diversity that each citizen brings to this country As we celebrate the Fourth of July, let’s bring forward our diversity and can help to build those bridges by educating others, thereby helping to grow make this a beautiful place to live. the multiculturalism which this country is built on. Mrs. Suma George Purayampallil America is the land of immigrants. Asan immigrant, I think people need Joint Treasurer of KCWFNA to be equally loyal and love both countries. Adapting to this change takes timewhich differs from person to person. I feel the more you know about the United States, the more patriotic you will become. The feeling of patriotism is developed in different ways. Go out and explore the places around you. Identify a place you can frequent on a regular basis. Get to know your neighborhood. I always find it fascinating when I learn something new happening in my community like a dog parade taking place on the Fourth of July, Girl Scouts selling cookies, graduation sign boards in front of homes congratulating students, just to mention a few. KCWFNA Summit 2021 Knanaya Catholic Women's Forum of North America( KCWFNA) invites all our knanaya Women for our Empowering Women's Summit 2021 at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. This Summit is planned with lots of interactive activities and games. This is a most deserved vacation for our women. A great destination to relax and enjoy one of the most funfilled vacation. Register soon!

14 CHICAGO KCS SUMMER CAMP The Kna Escape 2.0 As Chris Grosser said \"Opportunities don't often happen, you create them.\" Special shout out to all those volunteers including KCYL board members. we created an opportunity for our young children to learn 'We feeling of the While learning how to organize such events, they kept children entertained Knanaya Community' and I am proud to say we made history. Thanks all and focused all three days. those parents trusted your children with us. Thanks to all our parent volunteers, few to mention - Samaya Msgr Thomas Mulavanal kicked off the event on June 24th and KCCNA Thekkumkattil, Manju Kollappallil, Jinu Nediyakalayil, Shalu Edayadiyil, Lidia president Cyriac Koovakattil participated as guest of honor at closing cer- Myalkarapurath, Bini Chalumkal, Teena Vakkel, Anie Kaithamalayil & Mishal emony on June 26th. between these three days we pulled a lot together. Edukkuthara. 130 children, 30 teen volunteers, 10+ parent volunteers, multiple eminent Looking forward to see you all at 'The Kna Escape 2.0' speakers and tons of fun games. Children interacted with Senator Ram Villivalam (first Indian American IL state senator) and officers from Des Plaines Police department. Danced with Jesus Youth music ministry and prayed with Fr Melvin Paul Mangalath - First American born Malayalee Catholic Priest. Listened to Reputed speakers like Shijy Alex (VP operations Amita health), Shana Abraham Viruthikulangara (Author of 'Rise: how empowering women elevates us all' - now available in amazon) and Shiju Cheriyathil (Former KCS President). On behalf entire KCS board of directors and community I extend our Love and respect to the amazingly talented organising committee - Shanil Vettikattu (Director), Jomy Edayadiyil, Becky Idiyalil, Bexy Chemmachel, Felix Poothruckayil & Jenna Viruthikulangara. Jaibu Mathew E. A. Enrolled to pracitce Before IRS 7215 W. Touhy, Suite5, Chicago, IL 60631 Office: 774-792-2117, 312-718-6337 Cell Fax: 773-792-2118, [email protected] *Free Electronic Filling * Refund in 24 Hours

15 sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. Su¨ lmƒ ao‰nwKv km≥ At‚m-Wntbmbn¬ \\S-Ø-s∏´p km≥ At‚m-Wntbm: 2021 Pq¨ 27-˛mw XobXn km≥ At‚m-Wntbm kn.-F≥.-F.-bpsS `mhn ]cn-]m-Sn-I-sf-°p-dn-®p≈ hni-Zo-IcWw \\S-Øn. Terra Bella IΩyq-Wn‰n sk‚-dn¬ sh®v Su¨ lmƒ ao‰nwKv \\S-Øn. sI.- sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F.-bpsS kvam¿´v t^m¨ Ne©v t{]m{Kmans\\-°p-dn®v kn.k- n.F- ≥.F- . `mch- ml- nI- f- mb {]knU- ‚ v kndnb- Iv Iqh°- m´- n¬, sk{I- {]kn-U‚ v hni-Zo-I-cn-®p. sI.-kn.-F-kv.-F-kv.-F.- sk-{I-´dn •nè ´dn entPm a®m-\\n-°¬, sSIvkmkv B¿.-hn.-]n. PqUv I´-∏pdw F∂n-h- tNmcØv kzmK-Xhpw F≥.-kn. saº¿ Ão^≥ a®m-Øn¬ Biw-kbpw, cpsS t\\Xr-Xz-Øn¬ sI.-kn.-F-kv.-F-kv.-F. {]kn-U‚ v tdmWn B‚Wn sshkv {]kn-U‚ v tdmjv\\n If-∏p-c-bn¬ \\µnbpw ]d-™p. {Sj-d¿ hmWn-bw-]p-c-bv°-ens‚ A≤y-£-X-bn¬ ao‰nwKv \\S-Ø-s∏-´p. sSIvkmkv •nè tNmc-Øv, tPm.-sk-{I-´dn jmen≥ ]g-b-]-≈n-bn¬ XpS-ßn-b- B¿.-hn.-]n. PqUv I´-∏pdw sSIvkmkv doPo-b-W¬ I¨h≥j-s\\-°p-dn®v h¿ ]cn-]m-Sn-Iƒ°v t\\XrXzw \\¬In. km≥ At‚m-Wntbm sI.-kn.- kwkm-cn-®p. Iv\\m\\mb kap-Zmbw t\\cn-´p-sIm-≠n-cn-°p∂ hnhn[ hnj- ssh.-F¬. bqWn-‰ns‚ DZvLm-S-\\hpw \\S-Ø-s- ∏-´p. b-ß-sf-°p-dn-®p≈ N¿®-Iƒ \\S-Ø-s∏-´p. AXp-t]m-se-Xs∂ sI.-kn.- SAN ANTONIO FATHER'S DAY PARTY 2021

16 San Antonio KCYL Unit Inauguration San Antonio: San Antonio KCYL unit was inaugurated by the KCCNA President Mr Cyriac Kuvakattil, at the town hall meeting on June 27, 2021. KCCNA President Mr Cyriac Kuvakattil, KCCNA Secretary Mr Lijo Matchanickal and Texas RVP Mr Jude Kattapuram, along with KCS San Antonio executive committee, recognized the New 2021-2022 KCYL ex- ecutive committee members, President Dennis Mathew Thirunelliparambil, Vice President Teena Biji Kalapurayil, Secretary Christy Binson Vadakkeparambil, Joint secretary Jermy John Kattapuram and Treasurer Kelsey Tojo Chorath, in the presence of KCS San Antonio members. KCYLNA president Bennett Kuruvilla virtually welcomed the new San An- tonio KCYL unit to their team. senior club gathering of Knanaya Catholic Congress of Central Florida C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S (KCCCF), Tampa. Senior club members had a get together in June in the community center. Dear Knanaya Commu- nity, On behalf of KCCNA Adn-bn∏v and the entire Knanaya Community, itis with ut- hSt° Atac- n°- b- nse Iv\\m\\mb kapZ- mb- mwK- ß- f- psS awKf- I- ¿Ωß- ƒ, hnhml Biwk- - most happiness we con- Iƒ, P∑Z- n\\- mi- wk- I- ƒ, hm¿jnI BtLmj- ß- ƒ XpSß- nb- hnhc- ß- ƒ sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.- gratulate one of New F.b- psS apJ]- {- Xa- mb Iv\\m\\mb ssSwkn¬ {]kn≤- oI- c- n°- ph- m≥ km[n°- p∂- X- mW- v. ]c- York’s Finest, “Liju kyØ- ns‚ hen∏- Ø- n\\- \\- pk- c- n®- mWv \\nc°- pI- ƒ \\n›b- n°- s- ∏´- n´- p≈- X- v. ]ck- yß- ƒ {]kn- Thottam” on his promo- ≤oI- c- n°- ph- m≥ sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.F- . {Sjd- ¿ Pbvtam≥ I´nW- t- »c- nb- pa- mbn _‘s- ∏S- pI- . tion to the role of Deputy Inspector of New York Po- lice Department (NYPD). Liju is the first Indian Malayalee to attain this high professional position. Liju, you are great role model to the younger generation and have showcased that hard work and perseverance can accomplishgreat rewards!Liju is originally from Koodalloor, came to New York at a young ageand is an active member of New York IKCC. He lives in Long Island, NY, married to Smitha Thottam and they have 3 wonderful children –Alena, Angelina and Lean/ We wish you all the best in this current role and look forward to you climbing to the highest position in New York Police Department soon. Once again, on behalf of KCCNA, we extend our congratulations to Liju and the entire Thottam family. sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. sSIvkmkv doPn-bW¬ I¨h≥j≥ BKÃv 27, 28 Xob-Xn-I-fn¬ (H∂mw t]Pn¬\\n∂pw XpS¿®) kulrZw ]¶nS- p∂- X- n\\- pa- mbn hnhn[ßfmb ]cn]- mS- nI- ƒ sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.- F.-bpsS B`n-ap-Jy-Øn¬ kwL-Sn-∏n-°p-∂p. tImhn-Uns‚ \\ocm-fn-∏n-Sp-Ø- Øn¬\\n∂pw hnap‡- Xc- mb Cu Ahk- c- Ø- n¬ sSIvkmkv doPnb- W- ne- p≈ Iv\\m\\m-b-°m¿°v HØp-tN-cp-hm≥ e`n® Cu Akp-e` kµ¿`w F√m- hcpw hn\\n-tbm-Kn-°-W-sa∂v sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. {]kn-U‚ v kndn-bIv Iqh- °m-´n¬ A`y¿∞n-®p. Ip´n-Iƒ°pw apXn¿∂-h¿°pw kv{XoIƒ°pw bph- P-\\-߃°p-ambn hf-sc-b-[nIw ]cn-]m-Sn-Iƒ BWv Cu c≠p-Zn-h-ksØ I¨h≥j-\\n¬ Hcp-°n-bn-cn-°p-∂-Xv F∂v dnPo-b-W¬ I¨h≥js‚ tIm¿Un-t\\-t‰-gvkmb sSIvkmkv B¿.-hn.-]n. km_p apf-bm-\\n-°p-t∂epw, Umfkv B¿.-hn-]n. PqUv I´-∏p-dhpw Adn-bn-®p. I¨h≥j-\\n¬ cPnÿ sNøp-hm≥ lqè F®v.-sI.-kn.-F-kv. `mc-hm-ln-I-fp-am-bpw, Umfkv sI.- kn.-F. `mc-hm-ln-I-fp-ambpw, km≥ At‚m-Wntbm sI.-kn.-F-kv. `mc-hm- ln-I-fp-ambpw _‘-s∏-tS-≠-Xm-Wv. IqSp-X¬ hnh-c-߃°v km_p apf- bm-\\n-°p-t∂¬ (310 904 3081), PqUv I´-∏pdw (817 874 5296), kndn-bIv Iqh- °m-´n¬ (630 673 3382), tPm¨ Ipkp-am-ebw (845 671 0922), entPm a®m-\\n- °¬ (917 359 5649), Pbvtam≥ I´n-W-t»cnbn¬ (813 502 3447) F∂n-h-cp- ambn _‘-s∏-tS-≠-Xm-Wv.

congatulations 17 Dear North American Knanaya Com- ACHIEVEMENTS munity, Jithil Luckose Tharayil, son of Please join me in congratulating Lukachan & Gibi Tharayil, from Kaitlyn (KK) Elackatt on making it to Las Vegas, Nevada, completed his the 55TH JUNIOR OLYMPIC undergraduate degree at the Uni- GAMES this year in 2021. She will versity of Nevada, Las Vegas and be competing in the 100m and 200m medical school at the University of hurdles at the Olympics. This is a his- Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. toric moment for our Knanaya Com- He will start his residency program munity in the USA to have a member in Pediatrics at UCLA Medical to step foot on the Track & Field at Center in Los Angeles, California. the Junior Olympics Level. Dr. Joseph Thomas As a candidate for KCCNA I have told Mangalathettu, son of Jayan you that our children are our future and Shyni Thomas and I will do everything I can to pro- Mangalathettu from Las mote and encourage them and now Vegas, Nevada,, earned his as The President of KCCNA, I am Doctor of Medicine degree keeping that promise to elevate and from the University of Nevada, highlight our children that excel aca- Reno School of Medicine. He demically or in any other measures is pursuing his pediatric to showcase them to the Knanaya training at UCSF Benioff Community in North America. It is clear that the time has come in North America Children’s Hospital of Oakland where members of our community are breaking barriers that’s once thought in Oakland, California. it was impossible to do so. Even though, we all can’t be there in August 2021 to cheer her on, I am asking all of you to join me in praying for this little Thushara Korattyil won Miss superstar to stay healthy and without any injuries at the Olympic Games. New Jersey First Runner Up un- Let me also congratulate KK’s parents, The First Knanaya Mayor in the his- der the Miss America Organiza- tory of KCCNA Robin tion on June 19, 2021 at the Re- Elackatt and First sorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, Lady of Missouri City, NJ. She advanced to the state Texas Tina Elackatt. competition after being crowned I had the opportunity as Miss Seaside Counties and to visit with the Mayor competed with 32 other winners and asked him from New Jersey Counties at the where did this talent Miss New Jersey Competition. come from and he Prior to her achievement, when said it’s coming from she lived in Texas, Thushara won Tina as she was very First Runner up to Miss Texas and actively involved in Miss Teen India Texas. She sports with New York earned her Doctor of Pharmacy IKCC when she was degree from the University of in middle school. The Houston and completed her Post- Mayor stated to me Doctoral Fellowship in Oncology. that the only running She currently works at Bristol he knows is to run a Myers Squibb in Princeton, NJ political campaign. and is also pursuing an MPH from Robin was the First Rutgers University. Thushara is President of KCYL the daughter of Thomas and Chicago and the First Sheela Korattyil, and her siblings President of are Thomson, Alison, and Philips KCYLNA. His wife Korattyil. Tina also served as the Vice-President of KCYL NY and the first RVP for KCYLNA representing NY KCYL. Tina was the KCYLNA National Director in 2019-2021. My message to all of our community members is to support your children's dreams and If you can dream it, you can do it. We have so many young superstars in all levels within our community and please give my administra- tion an opportunity to showcase these stars that’s making headlines in our community. May God Bless Kaitlyn (KK) Elackatt, her Parents and God Bless each of you. Respectfully, Cyriac Koovakattil President, Knanaya Catholic Congress of North America (KCCNA)

18 hnZym-`ymk Imcp-Wy-l-kvX-hp-ambn sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. tIm´bw: Ata-cn-°-bnepw ®p. Dg-hq¿ {Kma-]-©m-bØv Im\\-U-bn-ep-ap≈ Iv\\m\\mb {]kn-U‚ v tPmWo kv ]n. kwL-S-\\-I-fpsS amXr-kw-L-S- Ão^≥ A≤y-£X hln® \\-bmb Iv\\m\\mb ImØ-enIv tbmK-Øn¬ sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.- tIm¨{Kkv Hm^v t\\m¿ Øv F. {Sj-d¿ sPbvtam≥ I´n-W- Ata-cn° (sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.- t»c- nbn¬ ]cn]- mSnsb °pd- n®v F)-bpsS B`n-ap-Jy-Øn¬ hni-Zo-I-cn-®p. Dg-hq¿ s^m tImhnUv Ime-L-´-Øn¬ tdm\\ hnImcn ^m. tXmakv Hm¨sse≥ hnZym-`ym-k-Øn\\v B\\n-aq-´n¬ A\\p-{Kl {]`m- _p≤na- p´v A\\p`- h- n°- p∂ Ip´n- jWw \\S-Øn. {]n≥kn-∏¬ Iƒ°v kvam¿´v t^mWp-Iƒ km_p tImbn-Ø-d, dn\\n kuP-\\y-ambn \\¬ Ip∂ hn¬k¨, X¶-®≥ sI.-Fw., ]≤Xn Bcw-`n-®p. tIm´bw kndn-bIv I√-S, hn\\oXv ISp- AXn-cq-]-X-bpsS Iogn-ep≈ tXm-Sn¬ F∂n-h¿ {]kw-Kn-®p. F√m kvIqfp-I-fn-sebpw 8 ap- kndn-bIv Iqh-°m-´n¬ X¬ 12-˛mw ¢m v hsc ]Tn- ({]-kn-U‚ v), tPm¨ Ipkp-am- °p∂ Ip´n-I-fn¬ kvam¿´v ebw (sshkv {]kn-U‚ v), t^mWp-Iƒ C√mØ apgp-h≥ entPm a®m-\\n-°¬ (-P-\\.sk- Ip´n-Iƒ°pw kvam¿´v t^mWp-Iƒ \\¬Ip∂ ]≤-Xn-°mWv sI.-kn.- {I-´-dn), Pn‰n ]pXp-t°-cn¬ (tPm-bn‚ v sk{I-´-dn), Pbvtam≥ I´n-W- kn.-F≥.-F. cq]w \\¬In-bn-cn-°p-∂-Xv. sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. {]kn-U‚ v t»cn ({S-j-d¿) F∂n-h¿ t\\XrXzw \\¬Ip∂ sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F. kndnb- Iv Iqh°- m´- ne- ns‚ t\\XrX- zØ- ne- p≈ sI.k- n.k- n.F- ≥.F- . FIvkn- FIvkn-Iyq-´o-hns‚ Cu Poh-Im-cp-Wy-{]-h¿Ø-\\-Øn\\v tbmK-Øn¬ Iyq-´ohv t^m¨ t^m¿ tIcf F∂ t]cn¬ \\-S-Øp∂ Cu tkh\\ ]s¶-SpØ F√m-hcpw \\µn tcJ-s∏-SpØp-Ibpw sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F.- ]≤-Xn-bn-eqsS GI-tZiw 500 kvam¿´v t^mWp-Iƒ hnX-cWw sNøp- sbbpw AXns‚ AwK kwL-S-\\-I-sfbpw tbmK-Øn¬ A`n-\\-µn-°p- ∂-Xns‚ `mK-ambn \\S-Øp∂ ]cn-]m-Sn-bpsS DZvLmS\\w Dg-hq¿ sk‚ v Ibpw sNbvXp. Ão^≥kv sslkvIq-fn¬ sh®v tXmakv Nmgn-ImS≥ Fw.-]n. \\n¿h-ln- sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F.-bpsS B`n-ap-Jy-Øn¬ samss_¬t^m¨ hnXcWw sNbvXp cmP]pcw: cmP]pcw tlmfn^manen lb¿ sk°≥Udn kvIqfn¬ t°-cn¬, {Sj-d¿ Pbvtam≥ I´n-W-t»cnbn¬ F∂n-h¿°v \\µn-bpw tc-J- Iv\\m\\mb ImØ-enIv tIm¨{Kkv Hm^v t\\m¿Øv Atacn° (sI.-kn.- s∏-Sp-Øn. kvIqƒ {]n≥kn∏mƒ ^nteman\\ kzmKXhpw A[ym]I kn.-F≥.-F)-bpsS B`napJyØn¬ 22 kvam¿´vt^mWpIƒ hnXcWw {]Xn\\n[n H.F. F{_lmw tbm-K-Øn\\v \\µnbpw ]d™p. sNbvXp. kvIqƒ amt\\P¿ dh ^m.tPm¿Pv ]pXp∏dºnens≥d A[y£Xbn¬ IqSnb tbmK-Øn¬ Pn√m ]©mbØv t£aImcy kv‰m≥UnMv IΩn‰n sNb¿am≥ jnt\\mPv Nmt°m t^mWp-Iƒ hnX- cWw sNbvXp. tbmKØn¬ sI.kn.kn. AXncq]X {]Xn\\n[n AUzt°‰v sI.Sn. tPmkv, sI.kn.kn. {Sjd¿ tPmkv ]pXpt»cn Imembn¬, ]n.Sn.F. {]knU≠v H.sP. aØmbn F∂nh¿ BiwkIƒ A¿∏n®p kwkmcn°pIbpw, hnZym-¿∞n-Iƒ°v Bh-iy-amb t^mWp- Iƒ kw`m-h-\\ -sNbvX sI.-kn.-kn.-F≥.-F.bv°pw AXns‚ `mc-hm-ln- I-fmb {]kn-U‚ v kndn-bIv Iqh-°m-´n¬, sshkv {]kn-U‚ v tPm¨ Ipkp-am-e-bw, sk{I-´dn entPm a®m-\\n-°¬, tPm.-sk-{I-´dn Pn‰n ]pXp-

19 KCCNA Town Hall meeting Dallas KCCNA Town Hall meeting was conducted in Dallas on Sunday June 27th. Distinguished KCCNA President Cyriac Koovakattil, General Secretary Lijo Matchanickal and Texas RVP Jude Kattapuram hosted the meeting. KCADFW's President Dennis Nadakuzhickal welcomed KCCNA executives and all members to the Town Hall. The master of ceremony was Joint Secretary Nirmal Koithara. KCCNA executives led by President Cyriac Koovakattil explained what KCCNA has done so far since taking office on March 27th, explained the court case in India and presented questions to the Dallas commu- nity for feedback. Everyone was very receptive and it was a good interaction between KCCNA executives and the Dallas community. The community thanked KCCNA for taking the time out and having this Town Hall Meeting. Vote of Thanks was done by KCADFW's Vice President Vinil Paluthara.

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