Marthoma Vision July 2022

Dukhrana 2022 1950th Anniversary of The Martyrdom of St. Thomas The Apostle

Say ‘Yes’ to a Life of Service and Responsibility Addressing some 75 young leaders of the various Syro-Malabar Eparchies of the diaspora and the Apostolic Visitation in Europe, Pope Francis noted that as Christians our wish is to follow Jesus and “walk along his path of love, the sole path that leads to eternal life.” Though not easy, he said, this path “is exciting” and “gives meaning to our lives. It gives us the strength to say ‘yes’ to a life of service and responsibility, and ‘no’ to one of superficiality and dissipation.” “In today’s 'fluid', even 'frothy' culture, our lives find substance and meaning whenever we say 'yes' to Jesus.”

Contents 04 Editorial 05 Circulars / Pastoral letters 12 Eparchy News 17 Eparchy Ministries 27 Parish / Mission Updates 42 Remembrance Days

Editorial Blessed Dukharna Thirunnal ! Happy Syro-Malabar Church Day! Welcome to yet another edition of the Marthoma Vision. This edition of the Marthoma Vision brings you the latest news and updates from our eparchy, including eparchial chancery, eparchial depart- ments, ministries and associations, parishes, and the mission communities. 3rd July 2022 is the 1950th anniversary of the Mar- tyrdom of our Father in faith Mar Thomasleeha. It is a significant milestone in the history of our Church. The blood of Mar Thomasleeha shed at Mylapore, and his final witness to Our Lord Jesus was the solid foundation on which the Indian Church was established. This occasion invites us to commit ourselves more earnestly to living the Gospel more meaningfully, which was first brought to India by St Thomas. As Pope Francis has appealed to all of us, let us continue to pray for the people of Ukraine and those whose lives are affect- ed by war and violence. We have received a great response to our Bishop’s appeal to support the people of Ukraine. Our Bishop Mar Bosco Puthur and the eparchy would like to thank everyone for their invaluable prayers, incredibly generous donations, and sacrifice. It is greatly appreciated. Your support helps to further the mission of our eparchy. Thank you again. A detailed report of the Help Ukraine project is included in this edition of the Marthoma vision. As the Covid restrictions ease, our eparchy at all levels is returning to normalcy. Parishes and missions’ communities have become more active pastorally. Arise 2022, the Syro-Malabar Youth Leaders Confer- ence (of the Diaspora) is the year in which we commemorate the 1950th anniversary of the Martyrdom of the Holy Apostle St. Thomas, was the most highlighted event in the last three months. A detailed report of it is also in- cluded in this edition. All departments, including the catechesis, youth apostolate, evangelisa- tion ministry and the family apostolate, have been busy planning many of their events for the rest of the year. Exciting times ahead for the eparchy. We are wishing you all a Happy Dukhrana and Syro-Malabar church day. For Editorial Team Fr Ajith Cheriakkara Director- Eparchy Media Commission Gaveen George Co-ordinatior– Eparchy Media Commission EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 4 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

Circulars Pastoral Letters

CIRCULAR GEORGE CARDINAL ALENCHERRY kÀ¡p-eÀ Prot. No. 0594/2022 Major Archbishop ap«n-b in-jy-·mcm-Wv A-hn-S-¶n-ep-Å X-§-fp-sS hn-izm-k-¯n Syro-Malabar Church Øo-cn-I-cn-¡-s¸-«Xpw ]n-¶o-Sv A-Xn-sâ {]-tLm-j-Icpw {]-Nm-c-I- cp-am-bn am-dn-b-Xpw. aq-¶mw k-l-{km-Ð-¯n-se B-Zy-Z-i-I-§-fn C-S-b-teJ\\w Po-hn-¡p-¶-hcm-b \\½Ä Cu Im-e-L-«-¯n-sâ km-l-N-cy-§Ä-¡-\\p- k-`m-Zn-\\wþ3 Pq-sse 2022 k-cn-¨v \\-½p-sS hn-izm-k-¯n-\\p km£yw h-ln-t¡-­≠n-bn-cn-¡p-¶p. {In-kv-Xp-hn-ep-Å hn-izm-kw H-cp-h-\\n h-cp-¯p-¶ am-äw B-g-ta-dn- ko-tdm-þa-e-_mÀ k-`-bp-sS ta-PÀ BÀ-¨v _nj-¸v IÀ-±n-\\mÄ bXpw ]-cn-ip-²m-ßm-hn-sâ ^-e-§Ä ]p-d-s¸-Sp-hn-¡p-¶-h-bp-am-bn- tPmÀ-Pv B-e-t©-cn X-sâ k-l-ip-{iq-j-Icm-b sa-{Xm-t¸m-eo- cn-¡pw. k-aq-l-¯n-se D-¨-\\n-N-Xz-§Ä¡pw A-Ô-hn-izm-k-§Ä¡pw ¯m-amÀ-¡pw sa-{Xm³-amÀ¡pw ssh-ZoIÀ¡pw k-aÀ-¸n-XÀ-¡pw F-Xn-sc hn-¹-h-I-cam-b am-ä-§Ä {In-kv-Xp-hn hn-iz-kn-¡p-¶-h- X-sâ A-P-]m-e-\\-ip-{iq-j-bv-¡v G-ev-¸n-¡-s¸-«n-cn-¡p-¶ cn-eq-sS k-aq-l-¯n kw-`-hn¡pw F-¶p-Å-XmWp k-`m-N-cn-{Xw FÃm ssZ-h-P-\\-¯n\\pw F-gp-Xp-¶Xv. IÀ-¯m-hn-sâ Ir-] \\-ap-¡v \\Â-Ip-¶ hen-sbm-cp ]mTw. `m-c-X-¯n-se ss{IkvX-h \\n-§-sfÃm-h-tcmSpw Iq-sS D≠-­m-bn-cn-¡s«! an-j-\\-dn-am-cneq-sS k-aq-l-¯n kw-`-hn-¨ ]-cn-hÀ-¯-\\-§Ä G-hÀ¡pw A-dn-hp-Å-Xm-W-tÃm. kp-hn-ti-j-¯n-\\v hotc-mNn-Xam-b Cu-tim-an-in-lm-bn {]nb k-tlm-Z-co-k-tlm-Z-c-·mtc, km£yw h-ln-¨ ss{I-kv-X-h-an-j-\\-dn-amÀ `m-c-X-¯n A-t\\-I- cmWv. G-ähpw A-Sp-¯ Ime-¯v hn-ip-²³ F-¶ \\m-a-Ic-Ww amÀ tXm-am-Ço-lm-bpsS HmÀ-a-Zn-\\am-b Pq-sse 3þmw Xo-bXn- sN-¿-s¸-« c-à-km£n tZ-h-k-lm-bhpw A¶-s¯ km-aq-ly tbm-S-\\p-_-Ôn-¨v \\n-§-tfm-Sp kw-km-cn-¡p-¶-Xn F-\\n-¡v A-Xn Xn-·-IÄ-s¡-Xn-sc A-S-cm-Sn-bm-WtÃm ho-c-Nc-aw {]m-]n-¨Xv. bm-b k-t´m-j-ap≠v­. Zp-Iv-dm-\\m Xp-cp-\\mÄ kn-tdmþ-a-e-_mÀ k-`m-Zn- C-¶p \\mapw Z-cn-{Z-hn-`m-K-§Ä-¡pw I-ã-X-IÄ h-ln-¡p-¶ FÃm- \\-ambpw \\mw B-N-cn-¨p-h-cnI-bm-W-tÃm. \" Fsâ IÀ-¯mth, F-sâ hÀ¡pw Pm-Xn-a-X-t`-X-sat\\y tkh-\\w sN-bv-Xv {In-kv-Xp-hn-sâ ssZ-hta' F-¶p ]-d-ªv D-°n-X-\\m-b an-in-lm-bn-epÅ hn-izm-kw kv-t\\-l-¯n\\pw Im-cp-Wy¯n\\pw km£yw h-ln-¡m³ Xo-£-W-X- D-ss¨-kvX-cw DZv-tLm-jn¨ tXm-am-Ço-lm-bp-sS a-¡fm-b \\-½n bp-Å-h-cm-IWw. hn-hn-[-a-X-§Ä X-½nepw kmw-kv-¡mcn-I k-aq- A-tX hn-izmkw D-Öz-en-¸n¡p-I F-¶-XmWv Cu k-`m-Zn-\\m-N l-§Ä X-½nepw sF-Iyhpw ku-lmÀ-±hpw \\n-e-\\n-dp¯n-sIm≠-v­ -c-W-¯n-sâ e-£yw. A-Xn-\\p-]-I-cn-¡p-¶ IÀ-a-]-cn-]m-Sn-I-fm-Wv FÃm-h-scbpw H-tc kv-t\\-l-t¯mSpw Im-cp-Wy-t¯mSpw Iq-Sn C-S-h-Iþcq-]Xmþk-`m-X-e-§-fn \\mw kw-L-Sn-¸n¨p-t]m-cp-¶-Xv. Im-Wm\\pw FÃm-h-tcmSpw H-¶p tNÀ-¶v Po-hn-¡m\\pw \\-ap-¡v ]-cn- {i-an-¡mw. Cu hÀj-s¯ k-`m-Zn-\\m-N-c-W-¯n-\\v H-cp {]-tXy-I-X-bp≠v­. amÀtXm-am-Ço-lm-bp-sS c-à-km-£n-Xz-¯n-sâ 1950þmw hmÀ-jnIw {In-kv-Xp-hn-ep-Å hn-iz-mk-¯n-sâ t]-cn ss{I-kv-X-hÀ Cu hÀ-jw \\mw B-N-cn-¡p-¶p. D-°n-X\\m-b an-in-lm-sb -I≠-p­ - ]oTn-¸n-¡-s¸-Sp-¶ cm-Py-§Ä C-¶p tem-I-¯n-ep≠­v. `m-c-X-¯n- emI-s« a-X-¯n-sâ t]-cn-ep-Å ]oT-\\-§Ä B-hÀ-¯n-¡m-Xn-cn-¡m³ i-àam-b I-cp-X-ep-IÄ `-c-W-IÀ-¯m-¡Ä F-Sp-¯p h-cp¶p. A-Xv F-¡m-ehpw Xp-S-cp-¶-Xn-\\p -th≠-n­ \\-ap-¡v {]mÀ-°n¡mw k-¦p- Nn-X-am-b ho-£W-§-tfm-sS {]-hÀ-¯n-¡p-¶ hy-àn-I-sfbpw EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 6 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

k-aq-l-§-sfbpw a-X-ku-lmÀ-±-¯n-\\v hn-Lm-X-am-Ip-¶ {]-hÀ-¯- CIRCULAR \\-§-fn \\n¶pw ]n-´n-cn-¸n-¡m-\\pw \\-ap-¡v ]-cn-{i-an-¡mw. A-tXm- sSm-¸w cm-{ã-\\nÀ½m-W {]-{In-b-bn ]-¦p-tNÀ-¶v D-¯-a ]u-c-·m- GEORGE CARDINAL ALENCHERRY cm-bn Po-hn-¡-m\\pw \\-ap-¡v km-[n-¡-Ww. kÀ¡p-eÀ ko-tdm-þa-e-_mÀ-k`-sb kw-_-Ôn-¨n-S-t¯mfw Cu k-`- bp-sS tI-c-f-¯n-ep-Å cq-]-XI-sf am-Xr-k-`-bm-bn-«m-Wv ]-cn-K-Wn- 2023þ tdm-an \\-S-¡p-¶ kn-\\-Un-sâ `m-K-am-bn FÃm ¡p-¶Xv. Cu am-Xr-k-` tI-c-f-¯n-\\v ]pd-¯v C-´ybnepw C-´y-¡p- cm-Py-§-fp-sSbpw `q-J-Þ-§-fp-sSbpw X-e-§-fn NÀ-¨-Ifpw ]pd-¯v a-äp cm-Py-§-fn-ep-ap-Å k-`m-k-aq-l-§-fp-sS t{]-£n-X- A-`n-{]m-b-cq-]o-I-c-W-§fpw \\-S-¡p-¶ k-a-b-§-fm-WtÃm CXv. {]-hr-¯-\\-§Ä-¡v k-l-Ic-Ww \\Â-Ip-hm³ kÀ-Æmß-\\m ]-cn-{i \\-½p-sS k-`-bn-se FÃm cq-]-X-I-fnepw hn-hn-[-X-e-§-fn kn-\\- -an-t¡≠­-XmWv. {In-kv-Xp-hn-sâ kt\\-lhpw Im-cp-Wyhpw A-dn-bn- Un-sâ Nn-´m-hnj-bw NÀ-¨-sN-bvXp-sIm≠-­n-cn-¡p-I-bmWv. \\-½p-sS ¡p-Ibpw A-Xn-\\p km£yw h-ln-¡p-I-bp-am-W-v b-YmÀ-°am-b cq-]-X-I-fn \\n¶pw k-aÀ-¸n-X-k-aq-l-§-fn \\n¶pw e-`n-¡p-¶ t{]jnX-Xzw. A-Xn-\\p-]-I-cn-¡p-¶ FÃm \\à {]-hÀ¯-\\-§-fnepw dn-t¸mÀ-«p-IÄ t{Im-Uo-I-cn-¨v 2022 B-K-kv-äv am-k-¯n \\-S- GÀ-s¸-Sm³ \\mw ]-cn-{i-an-¡Ww. kp-hn-ti-j-{]-hÀ-¯-\\-§Ä-¡v ¡p-¶ \\-½p-sS sa-{Xm³ kn-\\-Un N-À-¨ -sN-¿p-Ibpw k-`-bp-tS Bfpw AÀ-°hpw \\Â-In ]-c-kv]-cw k-lm-bn-¡m³ \\mw G-h-cpw Xm-b H-cp dn-t¸mÀ-«v A-Sp-¯-X-e-¯n-se NÀ-¨-IÄ-¡m-bn \\Â- X-¿-dm-IWw. C-{]-Im-cw {]-hÀ-¯n-¡p-t¼mÄ FÃm a-\\pjy- IpI-bpw sN¿p-¶-XmWv. Iq-«m-bv-abpw ]-¦m-fn-¯hpw ZuXy- tcmSpw {I-kv-Xp-hn-sâ kmÀ-h-{Xn-I-kv-t\\-lw ]-¦p-h-bv-¡m³ \\-ap-¡v t_m-[ap-Å H-cp k-aq-l-am-bn C-\\nbpw h-f-cm³ Cu NÀ-¨-IÄ km-[n-t¡≠­-Xm-Wv. D-]-I-cn-¡-s«. ImÀ-jn-I-ta-J-e-bn-ep-Å \\-½p-sS P-\\-§Ä I-S¶p-t]m-Ip-¶ \\-½p-sS k-` L-S-\\m-]-c-am-bn kn-\\-Un BWv. A-tXm-sSm-¸w I-ã-X-IÄ-¡p ]-cn-lm-cw Im-tW≠­-Xp≠v­. IÀ-j-Icpw A-kw-L kmÀ-Æ-{XnI-k-` hn-`mh-\\w sN-¿p-¶ kn-\\-Um-ß-I-X \\-½p-sS Sn-X sX-mgn hn-`m-K-§fpw D-]-Po-h-\\-¯n\\p-th≠-­n I-ã-s¸-Sp-I- k-`-bp-sS t{]-jn-X-]-chpw A-P-]m-e-\\-]-c-hpam-b FÃm ta-J-e-I- bm-Wv F¶-Xp bm-YmÀ-°y-amWv. kw-LSn-X hn-`m-K-§Ä X-§-fp-sS fnepw Iq-Sp-X DÄ-t¨À-¡m³ \\m-saÃm-hcpw {i-²-sN-ep-¯-Ww. kp-c-£n-XXzw hÀ-²n-¸n-¡p-¶-Xn-\\p-th≠-n­ k-½À-±w sN-ep-¯p-t¼mÄ k-`m A-Sn-Øm-\\-]-cam-b H-cp Iq-«m-bv-a-bmWv. Cu Iq-«mbv-a kÀ-¡mcpw D-tZym-K-Øcpw A-h-K-Wn-¡p¶-Xp IÀ-j-I-scbpw ]-¦m-fn-¯-¯n-eq-sS-bm-Wv {]-Im-in-X-am-Ip-¶Xv. k-`-bp-sS FÃm A-kw-Ln-Sn-X- hn-`m-K-§-sf-bp-amWv. {]-IrXn-t£m`w, h-\\yar-K-ieyw {]-hÀ-¯-\\-X-e-§-fn-epw ]-¦m-fn-¯w k-Po-h-am-IWw. FÃm-¯n-sâbpw F-¶n-h-b-m IÀ-j-I-cp-sS Po-hn-Xw Zpcn-X-]qÀ-®-am-bn-cn-¡p¶p. e-£yw t{]-jn-X-ZuXyw B-bn-cn-¡p-Ibpw thWw. C-{]-Im-cw IÀ-j-I-cp-sS DÂ-¸-¶-§Ä-¡p \\ym-bhne D-d-¸m-¡m\\pw A-Xp Iq-«m-bv-a, ]-¦m-fn¯w, t{]-jn-X-ZuXyw F-¶ {Xn-hn-[-{]-ta-b h-gn H-cp \\n-Ýn-X-h-cp-am-\\w IÀ-j-I- Ip-Spw-_-§Ä-¡v D-d-¸m- §-sf k-a-\\z-bn-¸n¨p-sIm-≠­ m-Wp kn-\\-Um-ß-I-k`-sb hn-`m ¡m\\pw C-Xph-sc ^-e-{]-Zam-b H-cp- \\-S-]-Snbpw am-dn-h-cp-¶ kÀ- h-\\w sN-¿m\\pw \\-ho-I-cn-¡p-hm\\pw {^m³-kn-kv amÀ-]m-¸m ¡m-cp-IÄ kzo-I-cn-¨n-«nà F¶-Xv h-kv-Xp-X-bmWv. `m-c-X-¯n-sâ B-lzm-\\w sN-bv-Xn-cn-¡p-¶-Xv. ]-c-tam-¶-X \\o-Xn-]oTw _^À-tkm¬ kw-_-Ôn-¨p \\Â-In-bn-cn- ¡p-¶ ]pXn-b D-¯c-hv B-bn-c-¡-W-¡n-\\p IÀ-j-I-Ip-Spw-_- Cu k-`m-Zn-\\-¯n k-`m-a-¡fm-b sa-{Xm-·mÀ, ssh-ZnIÀ, §-sf h-gn-bm-[m-c-am-¡m³ C-S-bm-¡p-sa-¶ B-i-¦ \\n-e-\\nÂ- k-aÀ-¸nXÀ, A-evam-b k-tlm-Z-co-k-tlm-Z-c-·mÀ F-¶n§-s\\ ¡p¶p. Cu hn-j-b-¯n -kÀ-¡mÀ Pm{KX-tbm-sS k-Xz-c-am-bn FÃm-hÀ¡pw amÀ-tXm-am-Ço-lm-bp-sS Zp-Iv-dm-\\ -Xn-cp-\\m-fn-sâ C-S-s¸-Sp-Ibpw IÀ-j-I-cp-sS {]-tXy-I km-l-Ncyw _lp. tIm-S- aw-K-f-§fpw k-`m-Iq-«m-bv-a-bp-sSXm-b kv-t\\-l-¯n-sâbpw sF-Iy- Xn-sb A-dn-bn-¡m³ B-h-iyam-b \\-S-]-Sn-IÄ kzo-I-cn-¡p-Ibpw ¯n-sâbpw B-iwk-Ifpw t\\-cp-¶p. sN-¿Ww. IÀ-j-I-sc-t¸m-se a-äp A-kw-Ln-Sn-X-hn-`m-K-§-fn-se a-\\p-jyÀ¡pw \\o-Xnbpw Xp-ey-Xbpw D-d-¸m¡m\\pw am-\\yam-b Im-¡-\\m-Sv au≠-­v skâv tXm-a-kn-ep-Å ta-PÀ BÀ-¨p-_n-j- co-Xn-bn A-[zm-\\n-¨p Po-hn-¡m³ km-l-N-cy-§Ä P-\\m-[n]-Xy ¸n-sâ Im-cym-e-b-¯n \\n-¶v 2022þmw B-­v Pq¬ am-kw 14þmw kw-hn-[m-\\-¯n H-cp-¡p-Ibpw sN-t¿≠-­Xv kÀ-¡m-cn-sâ I-S-a- Xob-Xn \\-ev-I-s¸-«-Xv. bmWv. IÀ-±n-\\mÄ tPmÀ-Pv B-e-t©-cn kn-tdm-a-e-_mÀ taPÀ BÀ-¨p-_nj¸v EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 7 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

CIRCULAR BISHOP BOSCO PUTHUR kÀ¡p-eÀ Prot. No. MPL 82/22/73 Syro-Malabar Eparchy of sN¿p¶p. hÀ¯am\\]pkvXI¯nsâ apJhpcbn ]tdm½m St Thomas the Apostle, Melbourne ¡Â tXmam I¯\\mÀ \\qäm­≠pIÄ¡pap¼v Ipdn¨Xpt]mse, \"kÀtÆizcsâ A\\´ImcpWy¯mepw, Øm]I\\pw {]Yacà amÀ tXmamÇolmbpsS km£nbpamb amÀ tXmamÇolmbpsS kpIrX¯mepw, CuPn càkm£nXz¯nsâ ]vXnse cmPIobZpÀ`cW¯n C{kmtb P\\sXb¶ Bbnc¯ns¯mÅmbnc¯n t]mse \\½psS kapZmbhpw C¶phsc ]e `cWIqS§fp A¼Xmw ZpIvdm\\ Xncp\\mÄ sSbpw Iogn Hcp £oWhpw kw`hn¡smX kwc£n¡s¸«p t]mcpIbmWv \"F¶Xn \\ap¡v \\à X¼pcm\\v \\µn ]dbmw. k`m aninlmbn {]n-bs¸-« sshZnItc, Zn\\-¯nse kvtXm{X¡mgvN k`bpsS s]mXp{]hÀ¯\\§Ä ktlmZco ktlmZc·mtc, Ipªpa¡tf, ¡pth≠n k`mtI{µ¯nte¡v Ab¨psImSp¡m\\pÅXmWv. k`bpsS t{]jnX{]hÀ¯\\§sf klmbn¡m³ Ghcpw DZm- \\½psS ]nXmhmb amÀ tXmamÇolmbpsS càkm£nXz cambn kw`mh\\ sN¿pa-tÃm. ¯nsâ Bbnc¯ns¯mÅmbnc¯n A¼XmaXv hmÀjnIw Pssqe aq¶n\\v ZpIvdm\\Xncp\\mfn \\mw BNcn¡pIbmWtÃm. Cu Hmkvt{Senbbnse It¯men¡mk`sb kw_Ôn¨St¯m- ]pWy-Zn\\w DNnXambn BtLmjn¡m³ Ghscbpw Rm³ Blzm\\w fw Cu Pssqe aq¶v hfsc Ncn{X{]m[m\\yaÀln¡p¶ Hcp Znh sN¿p¶p. At¶Znhkw ]Xn-hpt]mse \\½psS I¯o{U CSh kamWv. Hmkvt{Senb³ It¯men¡mk`bpsS ¹o\\dn Iu¬ Imkaqlt¯msSm¸w Rm³ dmk IpÀ_m\\bÀ¸n¨v cq]X¡p knensâ c≠­ mw kt½f\\w knUv\\nbnÂh¨v Bcw`n¡p¶Xv th≠­n {]mÀ°n¡pIbpw hµy]nXmhnsâ am[yØyw GhÀ¡pw Pqsse aq¶n\\mWv. HcmgvN \\o­≠p\\n¡p¶ hfsc Ncn{X{]m th≠­ n bmNn¡p¶XpamWv. [m\\yapÅ Cu kt½f\\¯n FÃm sa{Xm·mcpw sshZnI, AÂamb {]Xn\\n[nIfpw ]s¦Sp¡p¶p≠v­. k`bn bYmÀ° ZpIvdm\\ Xncp\\mÄ Zn\\w Xs¶bmWtÃm kotdmae_mÀ k`m \\hoIcWw \\S¡p¶Xn\\pw, ]¦mfn¯ kz`mhapÅ, Ffna a¡fmb \\mw k`mZn\\w BNcn¡p-¶Xv. k`mkvt\\l¯n hf tbmSpw ImcpWyt¯mSpwIqSn apdnhpIfpW¡p¶, {InkvXp- cm\\pw k`¡pth≠­n {]mÀ°n¡m\\pw Ghtcbpw Blzm\\w tI{µoIrXamb ip{iqjmat\\m`mhapÅ, ZnhyImcpWym`n apJyt¯msS t{]jnXssNX\\y¯n GhÀ¡pw {]Xymi ]¦p hbv¡p¶ kaqlambn k` hfcp¶Xn\\pth≠­n \\ap¡p {]mÀ °n¡mw. GhÀ¡pw ZpIvdm\\ Xncp\\mfnsâ BiwkIÄ t\\cp¶p. 2022 Pq¬ 16 aninlmbn kvt\\lt¯msS, ]cnip² IpÀ_m\\bpsS \\n§fpsS ]nXmhv Xncp\\mÄ +t‑_‑m-k‑v-t‑I‑m ]‑p-¯‑qÀ EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 8 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

CIRCULAR BISHOP BOSCO PUTHUR kÀ¡p-eÀ Prot. No. MPL 68/22/72 aninlmbn {]n-bs¸-« sshZnItc, ktlmZco ktlmZc·mtc, apÅ HmUnänMv ]qÀ¯nbm¡n, dn-t¸mÀ«v FÃm hÀjhpw HmKÌv ]Xn\\©mw XnbXn¡Iw cq-]XmtI{µ¯n F¯n Ignª c≠­p hÀj¡meambn tImhnUnsâ {]-tXyI t¡≠­ XmWv. kmlNcy¯n \\½psS cq]-Xbn GXm\\pw CShIIfnepw anj\\pIfnepw s]mXptbmK§Ä IqSphmt\\m IW-¡pIÄ 5) Cu hÀjw apX FÃm CShIIfnepw anj\\pIfn-epw ]mkm¡phmt\\m km[n¨n«nà F¶v a\\Ênem¡m³ Ignªp. Htck-ab¯p Xs¶ ssI¡m-c·mcpsSbpw {]Xn-\\n[n am{XhpaÃ, {]Xn-\\n[n tbmKmwK§fp-sSbpw ssI¡mc³amcp tbmKmwK§fpsSbpw tkh\\ Imemh[n Bcw`n¡p-Ibpw sSbpw XncsªSp¸v cq]Xbn FÃmbnS-¯pw Htc kab¯Ã Ahkm\\n¡p-Ibpw sN¿p¶-Xn-\\pth­≠n \\nehnep-Å ssI \\S¡p¶Xv F¶pw a\\Ênem¡p¶p. Cu kmlNcy¯n CS ¡mc-·m-cpsSbpw {]Xn-\\n[n tbmKmwK§fpsSbpw tkh\\ hI{]hÀ-¯\\§Ä IqSpX IrXyXtbmSpw Imcy£aambpw Imemh[n 2022 HmKÌv 31 hsc \\o«p¶p. \\S¡p-¶Xn\\pth≠­n cq]Xm ]mÌd Iu¬knenepw sshZnI k-t½-f\\¯nepw NÀ-¨ sNbvXv Xo-cp-am\\n¨-Xn-sâ shfn-¨¯n 6) GsX¦nepw CShIbnepw anj\\nepw Cu hÀjw CXn {]Xn-\\n[n tbmKmwK§fpsSbpw ssI¡mc³amcpsSbpw Xncsª \\Iw XncsªSp¸v \\S¶n«ps≠­ ¦n AhnsSbp-Å ssI Sp¸n\\pw, IW¡pIÄ _-Ôs¸« kanXnIfn AhXcn¸n¨v ¡mc³am-cp-sS tkh\\ Imemh[n 2023 HmKÌv 31 hsc ]mÊm¡p¶-Xn-\\pw th≠n­bpÅ kab{Ias¯¡pdn¨v Xmsg¸ \\o«p¶p. dbp¶ \\nÀt±i§Ä \\ÂIp¶p: \\½spS cq]XbspS kpØnXnbpw hfÀ¨bpw F{Xam{Xw 1) C\\n(2022)apXÂFÃmhÀjhpw]pXn-bssI¡mc³amcpsSb- Imcy£aambpw kpXmcyambpw Imcy§Ä _Ôs¸«hÀ \\S¸n pw {]-Xn-\\n[n tbmKmwK§fpsSbpw XncsªSp¸v \\St¯≠­Xv em¡p¶p F¶Xns\\ B{ibn¨ncn¡pw F¶v ]tdb≠­ XnÃtÃm. HmKÌv amk¯nembncn¡Ww. AXn\\m \\½psS CShIIfnsebpw anj\\pIfnsebpw km¼ ¯nI CS]mSpIfpw AXpt]mse Xs¶ ssI¡mc³amcp 2) ]pXpXmbn XncsªSp¡s¸Sp-¶ ssI¡mc³amcpw {]Xn- sSbpw {]Xn\\n[n tbmKmwK§fpsSbpw XncsªSp¸pw ]Ån \\n[n tbmKmwK§fpw NmÀÖv FSpt¡-≠­ Xv sk-]väw_À tbmK \\S]Sn{Ia§Ä IrXyambn ]men¨pthWw \\St¯≠ BZy RmbdmgvN Bbncn¡Ww. sX­ ¶v Hcn¡Â¡qSn HmÀan¸n¡p¶p. \\n§fpsS \\nkzmÀ°amb tkh\\¯n\\pw cq]Xm{]hÀ¯\\§tfmSpÅ AIagnª kl 3) ssI¡mc³am-cp-sS tkh\\ Imemh[n FÃm hÀjhpw HmKÌv IcW¯n\\pw \\µn ]dbphm³IqSn Cu Ahkcw hn\\ntbmKn¡p¶p. 31 \\v Ahkm\\n¡p¶XmWv. aninlmbn kvt\\lt¯msS, 4) Hmkvt{Senbbn km¼¯nI hÀjw Ahkm\\n¡p¶Xv Pq¬ amkw ap-¸Xmw XnbXnbmWtÃm. \\½psS CShIIfn 2022 Pq¬ 1 \\n§fpsS ]nXmhv sebpw anj\\pIfnsebpw IW¡pIÄ Hmkvt{S-enb³ km¼¯nI hÀj¯n\\\\pkcn¨p {IaoIcn¨v \\nba{]Imc ]cnip² IpÀ_m\\bpsS Xncp\\mÄ +t‑_‑m-k‑v-t‑I‑m ]‑p-¯‑qÀ EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 9 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

CSbsâ A\\p`h¡pdn¸pIÄ A Spiritual Oasis in a dusty, arid land - a fascinating travel experience The Quirky Jewel of The Outback: Coober Pedy, South Australia It's one of the unique places I vis- when you start seeing mounds of This region is a breathtaking land- ited in Australia. Coober Pedy dirt piled up as far as the eye can scape. From a distance, the low (meaning white man Doug out) is see – it's the waste excavated by hills scattered across the horizon located roughly halfway between the opal mines. Hot, dry, desolate, appear to have 'broken away' Adelaide and Darwin in South quiet, dusty and burnt orange from the higher escarpment of Australia (with little life in be- colour landscape all around. Coo- the nearby Stuart Range, giving tween!) It's 846 kilometres north ber Pedy is the biggest supplier rise to the name 'The Breakaways'. of Adelaide on the Stuart High- of Opals in the world. Opal was way. first found in Coober Pedy on 1 The air is not cool. It is really February 1915 when a teenager, hot. So hot that people are forced On the drive up from Streaky William Hutchison, stumbled on to live underground! That is what Bay, we drove past a gorgeous the \"Surface Opal Nobbies\" while makes it intriguing.It's not just the landscape of salt lakes and vibrant gold prospecting with his father. homes that are underground; the desert colours. You may recognise shops, hotels, swimming pools, the mysterious lunar landscape Cober Pedi has spectacu- churches and even a campground surrounding this town that rises lar-coloured hills, flat-topped me- are all under the earth. from the desert floor. sas and gibber-covered plains (lo- cally referred to as \"moon plain\"). Visiting some of the local un- You're almost at Coober Pedy derground churches was a once- EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 10 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

CSbsâ A\\p`h¡pdn¸pIÄ Bishop Bosco with Alen, Theresa and family, the only Syro-Malabar family in Coober Pedi in-a-lifetime experience, St Peter and Paul Cath- soothing classical music. A quiet place of meditation and olic Church, a Serbian orthodox church and an prayer, the church provides a regular Sunday service for Anglican church named after the Catacombs in about 40 worshippers. The church's interior is chiselled Rome. from natural rock and coated with a special sealant to prevent dust from settling. The temperature inside the The time we spent inside St Peter and Paul underground church is a pleasant 25C all year long. The Catholic Church was incredibly ascetic. Austra- church is open 24 hours a day. The ambience inside the lia's first underground church was dug out of church will move you and leave you feeling humbled sandstone in the shape of a cross. Once inside, and connected with your inner self. It will take you in- St Paul and St Peter's Catholic church has a com- side its pleasant, peaceful womb as if to shelter you from forting appeal, with its statue-filled nooks and the harsh world outside. What an ascetic feeling! A real spiritual oasis. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 11 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

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EPARCHY NEWS PROGRESS REPORT Ukraine Relief Project Project Code: UKGT-2200278 Impact of Syro-Malabar’s support for the people of Ukraine 3,743 As the war in Ukraine continues relentlessly, we are proud to partner with Fr Eugen Blaj, the National Director of the PMS in Romania, to provide refugees have been emergency relief to fleeing refugees. supported so far This project is providing immediate and vital relief to those in need who make the 13+ hour drive (longer for those who cannot access a vehicle) to safety in Romania. The generosity of the Syro-Malabar community in Aus- tralia has helped Fr Eugen respond to the needs of a growing number of refugees entering Romania. They come traumatised and are so grateful for this support which includes providing full board, medicine, food and water, money and transport costs. Above all, they are provided with a safe place to begin the recovery process as they rebuild their lives. The continuing conflict in Ukraine impacts on the cost of living in Romania, which continues to rise, making this project vital to the needs of the refugees there. “The refugees are extraordinary people, accepting their situation and being ready to start a new life from zero. Strong people, trying to discern what to do every day, in a context in which you may not know when the war finishes.” Fr Eugen, Project Director EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 13 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

EPARCHY NEWS Stories From The Ground “The first who came it was Natali’s family. They arrived by car after three days journey. She came with her two years old baby, Emily, her brother, Denis, her mother, Tatiana, and with a small puppy pet, called Emy. There were so desperate, tired, and worried because the husbands and part of the family remained behind. Also, the grandmother, 86 years old. Natali’s husband and Tatiana’s husband were taken to war. They were so sad. All of them were living in the car for three days and were desperate to find a place to stay. So, they got my phone number form the JRS center and requested me to give them accommodation. All of them were under shock when they arrived here. Watching news and looking for information about the war.” Fr Eugen, Project Director EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 14 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

EPARCHY NEWS Gratitude and going slowly Due to the fluid nature of things in-country and the unpredictability of war, we have gone slowly to ensure funds arrive to the right places and people. Fr Eugen and those he has helped so far are grateful for your generosity. violence and mistreating or not attending the needy people it is a big crime, crying to heaven. Beside this, I could see the readiness of Church and state institution or NGOs to help the refugees. At the same time, I can confess the truth that the abroad support, like the one from you and other institutions, was the spark of charity and the guarantee of taking commitment of offering continuous support to the refugees. May God bless your offers and all your benefactors for ever!” Fr Eugen, Project Director EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 15 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

EPARCHY NEWS saÂ-_¬ ko-tdmþa-e-_mÀ cq-]-X-bp-sS {]-Y-a Uo-¡-\\m-bn _n-_n³ th-ew-]-d-¼n saÂ_¬: saÂ-_¬ skâv tXma-kv ko-tdmþa-e-_mÀ cq]- kw tI-c-f-¯n ]qÀ-¯n-bm¡n-b Uo-¡³ _n-_n³ tdm-an-epÅ X-bp-sS {]-Y-a Uo-¡-\\m-bn {_-ZÀ _n-_n³ th-ew-]-d-¼nÂ. s]m-´n-^nkntbm tImf-Pv CâÀ-\\m-j-W acn-b amt{S F-s¢-kn- tdm-an ko-tdmþa-e-_mÀ k-` ta-PÀ BÀ-¨v _n-j-]v IÀ-Zn-\\mÄ bm-bn hn-ZymÀ-Yn-bmWv. amÀ tPmÀ-Pv B-e-t©-cn-bn \\n-¶m-Wv Uo-¡¬ ]-«w kzo-I-cn-¨Xv. 2014þ Øm-]n-Xam-b saÂ-_¬ cq-]-X-bp-sS B-Zy-s¯ Uo-¡¬ B-Wv _n-_n³ th-ew-]-d-¼nÂ. N-§-\\m-ti-cn A-Xn-cq-]- X-bn-se s\\-Spw-Ip-¶w skâv tPm¬ _m-]v-än-Ìv ]-Ån C-S-h-Imw-K am-b _n-_n³ th-ew-]-d-¼nÂ, hn.hn. km-_p-hn-sâbpw Pm³-kn-bp- sSbpw a-I-\\mWv. k-tlm-Zcn: _n-kv-an Ip-cy³. {]m-Yan-I hn-Zym-`ym- PROJECT MY SHARE l To establish operational and governance THROUGH PROJECT MYSHARE, structures for the effective WE SUPPORT OUR EPARCHY: functioning of the eparchy/ parishes/ missions. l To enhance the faith formation of our children l To create more opportunities for youth, young l To ensure pastoral care and support for our families. adults, and young families to grow in faith and mission. l To develop services and l To foster and support vocations. systems to serve the faithful. l To reach out and establish new missions. across our Eparchy. l To preserve and pass on our unique oriental. spirituality & traditions to the next generations. & WE BECOME THE CHURCH, MISSIONARY IN NATURE, EVANGELISING IN ACTION. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 16 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

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DEPARTMENT OF CATECHESIS Eparchial Bulletin – Department of Catechesis APRIL 2022 - JUNE 2022 LUMEN FIDEI 2.0 CATECHESIS MELBOURNE DIOCESE Lumen Fidei 2.0 -Catechism teachers regional conference NSW & ACT was held on June11th at Sydney. 103 teachers from 10 catechism centres Department started its Instagram page on June 1st on participated in the event. Noby Joseph, a univer- the first day of the month of sacred heart of Jesus. Sukrutha sity professional delivered the keynote session. japam has been uploaded every day since then. CARTOON IDEAS GAANA RACHANA The Department invited cartoon ideas. This is a competition to find out upcoming cartoonists from our community. Last date for the entries was 15th June. Results of the Gaana Rachana competition were an- nounced. Amble Antony, Taniya Thomas and Ann Maria Baiju were the winners of the English competition. Daiby Shiji and Joy Parappilly were the winners of the malayalam competition. MALAAKHA Altar servers Eparchial zoom conference was held on 28th March. Rev Bishop Bosco Puthur was the main re- source personnel. There were 262 registrations from 29 parishes/ missions. One of the biggest online events with EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 18 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

DEPARTMENT OF CATECHESIS Imbibing the theme of Synodality, different cat- echism centres organised Students councils. Student 211 active participants and more than 500 individuals council consists of representatives from year 4 to attending the conference. year 12. Each council sits with their parish priests and shares their thoughts about faith formation and their journey of faith from a student perspective. A JOURNAL OF LOVE BLOOMING BUDS Holy communion teachers training was held on 30th April 2022. The session was inaugurated by Vicar General Rev Fr. Francis Kolencherry. Anu Paul from the NSW department of education was the resource personnel. 48 participants benefited from the training. The second edition of Holy communion work- book – A Journal of Love- was released in the Month of June. The book has more than 120 pages. LOGOS QUIZ 2022 Those wishing to study the Word of God have the golden opportunity at hand. Date and Syllabus has been announced. Date is on 8th October. Syllabus is given below. STUDENTS COUNCIL Joshua 13-24, Sirach 30-36, 2 Corinthians 1-6, Luke ch 1-12 EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 19 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY APOSTOLATE Online Marriage Preparation course was conducted via Zoom in May 2022 on 19th, 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th and 28th, 6.45pm to 10.15pm (AEDT) total of 6 days in a two week period. 40 registered participants attended the course. Attendees were from various parts of Australia and New Zealand. Resource persons were from various back- grounds and we had priests, medical professionals, couples etc to take various sessions. Daily sessions were concluded with Eucharistic adoration. Fr Francis Kolenchery, VG inaugurated the course and Bishop Bosco gave a blessing speech. Registration is open for the next online MPC in Aug 2022 (18th, 19th, 20th, 25th, 26th, 27th). For any course enquiries, please contact: Santhosh Jose, Mob: 0423 450 768 Email: [email protected] DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFEGUARDING STANDARD 5 Robust Human Resource Management People working with children are suitable and supported to reflect child safeguarding values in practice CRITERION 5.1 5.1.3 Positions are assessed for the expected level of contact with children and appropriate Recruitment, including advertising, interview child safeguarding recruitment procedures are questions. Referee checks and pre- employment implemented. sceening, emphasises child safeguarding 5.1.4 Position descriptions, selection criteria, refer- Indicators ence check and interview questions articulate: 5.1.1 The entity emphasizes its commitment l That children are valued and respected; to child safeguarding and zero- tolerance approach to child abuse in all aspects of its l The commitment of the entity to child advertising, screening and recruitment for safeguarding; and personnel. l Where appropriate to the role [refer 5.1.2 The entity documents its child indicator 5.1.3], an understanding of children’s safeguarding approach in recruitment developmental needs culturally safe practices. and screening procedures and processes. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 20 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

CHILD SAFEGUARDING CRITERION 5.2 Indicators Relevantpersonnel(includingallseminarians,clergy 5.3.1 All personnel participate in a safeguarding and religious) have current working withchildren induction program, which occurs as soon as checks or equivalent background checks possible after commencement Indicators 5.3.2 All Church Authorities (along with members of their leadership team ) who are signatories 5.2.1 The entity has a policy which is implemented to the Catholic Professional Standards Ltd that ensures : Service Agreement participate in the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards l Personnel have a current working with Introductory Session for Leaders within children check as required by legislation four months of commencement. prior to working with children; and CRITERION 5.4 l Where a working with children check is not required by legislation, other back Ongoing supervision and people management is ground Checks for personnel are focused on child safeguarding. conducted prior to working with children. Indicators 5.2.2 The entity keeps records and monitors the 5.4.1 Support, mentoring, oversight and status of working with children Checks and/ professional supervision processes for or background checks for all personnel. personnel include child safeguarding [refer to indicator 5.5.3] 5.4.2 Annual performance reviews for personnel include child safeguarding responsibilities relevant to their role [refer to indicator 5.5.4] KNOW OUR TEAM PARISH SAFE-GUARDING OFFICERS, St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Parish Birsbane South “Criminal background checks are of limited Rasin Augustine Sebastian Joseph effectiveness unless accompanied by other SAFEGUARDING IS child safe recruitment practices.” EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY Royal Commission into Institutional The Eaprchy of St thomas the Apostle, Melbourne Responses to Child Sexaual Abuse. is committed to fostering a culture of safety and care for children and vulnerable adults. CRITERION 5.3 Personnel receive an appropriate induction and are aware of their child safeguarding responsibilities, including reporting obligations. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 21 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

YOUTH APOSTOLATE UPDATES FROM THE YOUTH APOSTOLATE APRIL 2022 - JUNE 2022 ARISE 2022 Mississauga and Great Britain) and the Apostolic Visita- tion to Europe is here with their own bishops and with His The First Ever Leaders Meet of Beatitude Maran Mar George Alencherry, the Father and The Syro-Malabar Youth Living Head of the Syro-Malabar Church. His Eminence, Leonardo Outside India Cardinal Sandri, Prefect for the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches will give his Inaugural address this morning. The historic gathering of Syro-Malabar youth lead- ers outside of the India (combined mission)was The event consists of talks, discussions, fellowship and held in Rome in the month of June 2022. 70 elected a pilgrimage to the important sites in Rome too. The meet- Youth from the four Eparchies (Chicago, Melbourne, ing will also feature a special audience with His Holiness Pope Francis. The gathering aims to enable Syro-Malabar youth who are building their lives in the western countries to move forward with missionary zeal and vigor for evan- gelisation. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 22 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

YOUTH APOSTOLATE Greetings & Introduction before Movement living in 12 the Holy Father by Bishop Bosco Puthur countries from the Ep- 18 June 2022 during The Syro-Malabar archies of USA, Canada, Youth Leaders here in Rome for Great Britain, Oceania and the Apostolic Visitation of “ARISE 2022” Europe come together with the Major Archbishop, Bish- Holy Father, ops and Youth Directors. First of all, we thank Your Holiness for your courageous As a migrant community living in the western hemisphere, Petrine ministry to the universal Church in these difficult times. the pastoral concerns and challenges We, sons and daughters of St. Thomas the Apostle, consider faced particularly by our families and it a great privilege by the grace of God today to be with the youth are often discussed. We identified successor of Peter, the head of the college of the Apostles. We four areas where we need to concentrate assure you that, every day, we pray for Your Holiness so that more, Youth, Family, Catechesis and Liturgy. Most you can lead the Church in her pilgrimage with the Lord and of the Syro-Malabar population in these ecclesi- unto the Lord. We take this opportunity to thank Your Holiness, astical circumscriptions are below 40 years of age. the Apostolic See, especially the Congregation for the Oriental Those youth and children born and brought up in Churches and its Prefect Leonardo Cardinal Sandri, for the care western culture, face tremendous challenges to and concern shown towards the Syro-Malabar Church, espe- maintain their Syro-Malabar identity in the uni- cially outside India. versal Church and, at the same time, struggle to maintain their relevance where they live. Hence, Thanks to the generous welcome and pastoral assistance with the consent of the Syro-Malabar synod, we from the part of the Latin hierarchy and the strenuous efforts decided to organise a meeting of the youth lead- of our Synod under the leadership of the Major Archbishop, the ers from the above places in 2020. Unfortunately, Apostolic See has graciously constituted four eparchies outside due to COVID, it was postponed. India for the Syro-Malabar migrants and an Apostolic Visitation Now we thought that it is the opportune time in Europe. We take this opportunity to express our gratitude to to hold such a meeting here in Rome, which is the our Major Archbishop for his paternal leadership. centre of Catholicism. So we have come together for ARISE 2022 from 17 to 22 June. The purpose For the first time, 76 leaders of the Syro-Malabar Youth of this International Youth Leader's Summit is 1. Encounter Jesus Christ and deepen the personal EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION relationship with Him 2. Experience the Syro-Mal- abar Catholic Church and its Apostolic and orien- 23 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE tal tradition 3. Celebrate the universality of the Church 4. Engage the youth in the life and mis- sion of the Church and, 5. Pilgrimage to the tomb of the Apostles to regain missionary vigour. During this summit, we want to prayerfully reflect on our way forward and discern the pasto- ral and missionary call with renewed vigour and commitment. This summit helps also us to plan and prepare ourselves for the upcoming World Youth Day 2023. Holy Father, here we are to seek your Apos- tolic Benediction and paternal Petrine pastoral guidance, especially to the migrant youth of the Syro-Malabar Church living in the western hemi- sphere. Once again we assure your Holiness of our prayers, please remember us in your prayers. +Bosco Puthur

YOUTH APOSTOLATE Pope’s Message to Young People During Arise 2022 SAY ‘YES’TO A LIFE OF SERVICE AND RESPONSIBILITY News to Elizabeth. “In today’s 'fluid', even 'frothy' culture, our lives find He noted that “Mary did not allow herself to be par- substance and meaning whenever we say 'yes' to Jesus.” alyzed by pride or fear, after receiving the message of BEAR WITNESS TO THE LOVE GIVEN BY THE SAINTS the angel.” Referring to the 1,950th anniversary of St. Thomas’s “Mary was not one of those people for whom all martyrdom, Pope Francis reminded the Syro-Malabar it takes to be comfortable and secure is a good sofa: young leaders that the Church is apostolic “because she ’couch potatoes’.” is founded on the testimony of the Apostles, and contin- CULTIVATE RELATIONSHIPS WITH ues to grow not by proselytism, but by witness.” THE OLDER GENERATIONS He therefore called on them to bear witness to the Pope Francis also remarked that the encounter be- love given by the saints in every age, primarily among tween Mary and Elizabeth is an inspiring example of the their peers in the Syro-Malabar diaspora, but also “importance and fruitfulness of the encounter between among those who do not belong to their communities, young and old.” and even those \"who do not know the Lord Jesus”. CHRISTIANITY IS NOT A SERIES OF PROHIBITIONS He encouraged the young leaders to cultivate their relationships with their elderly relatives and make good That love, Pope Francis noted, “shows – more than use of their wisdom, emphasizing that the older genera- any words – that Christianity consists not in a series of tions play a crucial role in transmitting the faith. prohibitions that stifle the desire for happiness, but in a life project capable of bringing fulfilment to every hu- “If you, young people, want to make your own lives man heart.” a canticle of praise, a gift for all humanity, you must be grounded in the tradition and prayer of past genera- “Don’t be afraid to rebel against the growing ten- tions.” dency to reduce love to something banal, without beau- LIVE EUCHARISTICALLY ty or genuine sharing and lacking in fidelity and respon- sibility.” In conclusion, Pope Francis pointed out that Mary STEP AWAY FROM THE \"SOFA\" OF COMFORT “teaches us also to live Eucharistically,” in other words to give thanks, to cultivate praise, and not to be fixated Pope Francis further encouraged the young Indi- only on problems and difficulties. an pilgrims to follow Mary’s example, referring to the theme of next World Youth Day in Lisbon: ‘Mary arose “In the course of life, today’s fervent petitions and went with haste’, drawn from the Gospel of Luke in become tomorrow’s prayers of thanks giving,” he said. which the Mother of God rushes to announce the Good Source Vatican News EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 24 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

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Congratulations & Prayerful Greetings to ARCHBISHOP TIMOTHY COSTELLOE SDB ON HIS GRACE’S ELECTION AS THE PRESIDENT OF THE AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC BISHOP CONFERENCE BISHOP BOSCO PUTHUR & THE EPARCHY FAMILY SYRO – MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

Parish Mission Updates

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES Ave Maria Syro-Malabar Mission Ipswich, QLD 13th June is a very special day for our vicar, Fr. Anto Chiriyank- andath. We celebrated the Feast of his patron, St Antony of Padua. Our Trustee facilitated Fr. Anto and gave a short message about his patron, St. Antony of Padua. Distributed sweets to all parishioners. “Ezhuthiniruthu”– Initiation of a child into the World of Let- ters. A Guru (Teacher) should be a man of prayer, knowledge, and divinity. The one who teaches the first letters have a great im- portance in the academic life of the child. On Pentecost Sunday, our Vicar, Fr. Anto Chiriyankadath blessed our children who are about to start their academic life and taught them to write the Holy name of Jesus in the rice. We celebrated our Thirunnal on 2nd May 2022. Flag hoisting was at 3:30pm followed by “Presudenthi Vazhcha”. The main cel- ebrant of the Holy mass was Fr. Johnny Edapulvan and gospel message was given by Fr. Jio Francis. After the mass, we had procession followed by “ Chendamelam”, Drama, Concert and Agape(“Snehavirunnu”). Drama was en- acted by our parishioners based on a social theme and Concert was led by our Choir members. We had stalls from Mathruvedi & SMYM along with a special Nostalgia stall which had merchandises from Kerala that brought back memories of Thirunnal celebrations in Kerala. In the month of April, AMCM Math- ruvedi was formed and Mathruvedi dele- gates were appointed to empower wom- en of our parish. Two representatives from each unit were elected to as delegates and they launched their first initiative, Mathru- vedi Food stalls during our Thirunnal. It was a great success, and we are looking forward for many innovative activities from the Mathruvedi team. Holy Week was celebrated by re-enactment of the way of the cross & Resurrection. The re-enactment was new to the parish. Parishioners, especially youth played a big role in the re-enact- ment, and it was quite a divine and touch- ing experience especially for our children. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 28 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES St AlPohonsa Syro-Malabar Mission Parramatta - NSW HOLY WEEK 2022 prayers were read out in families and in the church for 30 days in May. The Vanakkamasam month was con- Intensive meditation on the Paschal Mysteries: Repen- cluded by celebrating the feast of Mother Mary on 31st tance, Renewal and Joy of Christian living. Tuesday with Ladinju, Candle Procession and Nercha. The Parramatta Syro-Malabar Mission celebrated Holy week to the fullest this year. Palm Sunday was MAY 14, 2022 CATECHISM & PARISH DAY concluded with the Blessing and Procession of tender coconut leaves. During Maundy Thursday celebrations The parish community celebrated the Catechism - Washing of the Feet, Procession of the Blessed Sac- and Parish Annual Day in a fully crowded venue. The rament, and Holy hour were conducted along with day was coloured with various cultural and enter- Holy Mass. Good Friday was celebrated with specific taining events by students of the different catechism ceremonies for the day such as Stations of the Cross, classes and families from various family wards within unveiling and Veneration of the Cross and Holy Com- the parish. Catechism Students and family wards were munion. “Nercha Kanji” was contributed by parishio- able to bring out their own budding talents and show- ners and given to all attendees. Easter day ceremonies case their skills. This was an event the whole commu- started on the evewith the whole community cele- nity was looking forward to as it gave opportunities brating the Holy Qurbana. There was a live presenta- to interact with each other after a long period of lock- tion of the Lord's resurrection organised by the youth down. There were food stalls in the venue by the pa- of our parish. rishioners to support fundraising for the parish. MAY 2022 VANAKKAMASSAM JUN 11, 12 2022 - RETREAT Reflecting on the Discipleship of Mother Mary A 2 day retreat was conducted by the SMYM The community celebrated the month of May as Melbourne team during the month of June. The event was full of fun activities celebration and faith sharing. “Vanakamasam”, where we focused on the different Altogether 100 pre-teens and teens in the mission aspects of Our Mother’s life. This month is special as participated for the 2 day program to explore their it involves prayer and discipleship which is influenced faith formed by the Syro-Malabar identity. They were by an ancient tradition in our families. Vanakamasa able to experience belongingness, discipleship, worship and prayer in a creative and fun atmosphere. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION PENTECOST DAY CELEBRATED WITH 29 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE ADORATION & EZHUTHINIRUTHU FOR KIDS Pentecost Sunday was celebrated with one hour of Adoration and Holy Qurbana. The Holy Mass was pre- ceded with an offertory by newly selected Altar serv- ers. The Adoration was a powerful spiritual event with

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES MONTHLY - CATECHISM & WARD - HOLY MASS Our Catechism Department has more than 300 children who attend Catechism every Sunday. We have one Sunday in each month dedicated to each year group for offertory during Holy Mass. Further- more, St Alphonsa Mission Parramatta has 12 wards where each ward per month is given the opportunity to do offertory, lead choir and conduct leelam in the spirit of community building. NEW ALTAR SERVERS the community taking part in it. After the Holy Qur- On June 5th, Pentecost Day we inaugurated 19 bana, Ezhuthiniruthu was conducted by Fr Mathew new altar servers to join in serving our church and Areeplackal with special prayers and a blessing cere- church community. One Saturday in each month mony invoking the divine assistance of the Holy Spirit is dedicated to training and building fellowship on all toddlers who are planning to join school in the amongst themselves. coming term. St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Mission, Bendigo  Annual Lenten Retreat was conducted with its solem- after Holy Qurbanathe role conducted from 23rd to 25th nity. All shared the joy of of mothers in family and March Easter and Holy Qurbana was parish was acknowledged. on Easter Sunday at 10 am.  Holy Week ceremonies and  St Thomas Syro Malabar Easter celebration were  There was Solemn celebration Mission, Bendigo celebrat- of the First Holy Communion ed Faith Fest for the chil- and Confirmation conferred dren and youth on 11th to by Bishop Bosco Puthur on 13th June. It helped them to 24th April. deepen their faith and cel- ebrate the faith in liturgies  Mothers Day was celebrated and church activities. on 8th May. In the meeting EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 30 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES ST ALPHONSA CATHEDRAL PARISH MELBOURNE REFLECTION FOR APRIL-JUNE Bosco led the Easter Holy Qurbana at Roxburgh park. Simultaneously, and on Easter Sunday Holy Qurbana Mar Bosco Puthur our bishop celebrated Solemn was held at Reservoir. Puthunjayar with Divine Mer- Holy Qurbana at the Cathedral (St. Stephen’s cy Sunday was celebrated with Adoration and Holy Reservoir) on the Feast of the Annunciation on Qurbana. 25th March 2022 marking the 8th anniversary of the Eparchy, thanking God for the immense grace we Weekly Qurbana, adoration and Confessions are have received in the past years. held on weeknights: Monday at St Peter’s Epping, Wednesday at Our Lady’s Craigieburn and Friday The Lenten retreat was at Reservoir in the evenings and others days in the led by Fr Rojan VC on 9th and 10th morning at the chapel. April at St. Monica’s College. In order to ensure the active participation of the This grace-filled retreat pro- children and youth, English Holy Qurbana is celebrat- vided the opportunity to reflec- ed on both centres on Sundays of School terms. tions and confessions. Palm Sun- day was commemorated with Mother’s Day was celebrated on both centres by Holy Qurbana and the blessing Catechism children, especially teens by singing and of palms at the conclusion of praying for them and handing out prayer cards and the retreat. Pesaha Solemn Holy flowers. Syro Malabar Teens Ministry (SMTM) was of- Qurban and washing of the feet ficially inaugurated on the day. ceremony were held at Good Sa- maritan’s Roxburgh park and St All family units organised prayer meeting with Stephen’s Reservoir. Good Friday Holy Rosary and Vanakkamasam in May and conclud- ceremony was led by Bishop Bo- ed on 31st with Holy Qurbana, Rosary, ladingue and sco on the ground of Roxburgh park School. The pas- nercha. sion play acted and organised by more than 50 SMYM young people was the highlight of the day. Holy Sat- The parish, as an immediate preparation towards urday ceremony of blessing the new water and light the Feast of Pentecost, had the opportunity for a with baptismal renewal was held at Reservoir. Bishop EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 31 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

24 hours adoration, as part of ‘Hours of Grace’, by Jesus PARISH /MISSION UPDATES Youth, starting from 4pm on 3rd June to 4pm on the 4th of June. Family Units, ministries, Youth and families led the The children were brought by parents for hours in prayer. Ezhuthiniruthu after the Pentecost Holy Qurba- na praying for the anointing of the Holy Spirit as UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS the children begin their formal education. Cat- echesis exam was held on 19th June. 29 JUNE - 02 JULY: Qadosh (for Teens) and Seek (for Youth) Retreats at Upper Plenty Conference Centre. OCTOBER 29: Marian Pilgrimage to Bacchus Marsh Centre, organised by 03 JULY: Feast of Dukrana, Solemn Rasa Qurbana Melbourne Syro-Malabar Parishes. is celebrated by Bishop Bosco at Reservoir at 10 am. NOVEMBER 18-20: Bible Convention by JULY 16: Safer Church, Fr Daniel Poovannathil at Our Lady Guardian training on child safety by the Eparchy. of the Plants, Camberfield (Friday & Sunday: SEPTEMBER 24: Syro-Malabar Cultural Centre, 4pm to 9pm; Saturday: 9am to 3pm) SMCCFest 22 at Marymede College Southmorang. JANUARY 28: Consecration of the Cathedral and blessing of Parish Hall and Presbytery at 9.30am. St Alphonsa Syro- Malabar Mission Sheparton skhmÀjnI [ym\\w 23þ\\p amÀ t_mkvtIm ]p¯qÀ ]nXmhnsâ ImÀanI¯z bn³dv AÂt^m³km sj¸mÀ«³ ]Ånbnse ¯n BtLmj]qÀhambn \\S¯s¸«p. CShI apgph\\pw hmÀjnI [ym\\w G{]n 8 apX 10 hsc kw_Ôn¨ Cu BtLmj¯n 8 Ipªp§Ä BZyambn \\S¯s¸«p. c−p­ sk£³ Bbn, Ip«nIÄ¡pw amXm]n ZnhyImcpWyw kzoIcn¨p. Xm¡·mÀ¡pambn \\S¯nb [ym\\¯n CShI P\\w apgp h\\pw ]s¦Sp¯p. Hmim\\ RmbÀ BtLmjt¯msS [ym\\w atXÀkv tU BtLmjw Ahkm\\n¨p. sabv 8þ\\p sj¸mÀ«¬ anj\\n A´mcm{ã amXr henb BgvN BNcWw Zn\\w kapNnXambn BNcn¨p. At¶ Znhkw amXm¡sf BZcn¡p¶Xn\\mbn {]tXyI hnip²IpÀ_m\\bpw AXn\\p henb BgvNbpsS `àn \\nÀ`camb BNcW§Ä, Imep tijw amXrthZnbpsS B`napJy¯n amXm¡sf _lp IgpI ip{iqj, Ipcninsâ hgn XpS§nbh i\\nbmgvN am\\n¡p¶ NS§pw \\S¯s¸«p. XZhkc¯n Xncsª cm{Xnbnse CuÌÀ IpÀ_m\\tbmsS kam]n¨p. amXrthZn Sp¡s¸« Ipªp§Ä A½amÀ¡v BZchpw \\µnbpw {]Im bpsS B`napJy¯n \\S¶ kvt\\lhncp¶v FÃmhcpw in¸n¨p. kt´mj]qÀhw ]s¦Sp¯p, CuÌÀ awKf§Ä ssIamdn. BZn IpÀ_m\\ kzoIcWw skbn³dv AÂt^m³km anj³, sj¸mÀ«³ 2022þse BZnIpÀ_m\\ kzoIcWhpw ssØcyte]\\hpw G{]n EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 32 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES St Alphonsa Syro-Malabar Parish Brisbane CELEBRATED HOLY WEEK IN OUR PARISH PALM SUNDAY GOOD FRIDAY CHARITY ACTIVITIES: Distributed food, Clothing, Toiletries and Cash to Homeless People through the Emmanuel City Mission. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 33 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES St Alphonsa Syro-Malabr Parish Adelaide Central Over the months of April, May and June, the their lives and members of the St Antony family unit parishioners of Saint Alphonsa Syro-Malabar prepared nercha. Parish Adelaide, have grown in their spirituality. Although the weather is getting colder, the hearts CATECHISM of the parishioners are blazing with the zeal to do the work of God. The Catechism school organised a Family Fun Day on 7 May 2022. The event was filled with excit- On April 9th, the parishioners partook in the an- ing games and delicious food and was enjoyed by all nual Way of the Cross conducted at Black Hill Conser- who attended. The catechism students have started vation Park. Parishioners of all ages walked through preparing for the annual Bible Kalotsavam in July, the Conservation Park reciting the Way of the Cross. with many students participating in the off-stage Palm Sunday was celebrated with much joy and on events such as Bible Quiz, Painting, Drawing and Good Friday, the youth re-enacted Christ’s suffering Essay Writing. The students are busy practicing and through the Passion Play. The Play was a moving ex- preparing costumes to showcase their love for Christ. perience for all, and many were brought to tears. Our community gathered for the Easter Vigil Qurbana YOUTH where everyone was able to share in the joy of the resurrection. This year the youth had prepared an Eas- From April 21 to 25 2022, our youth leaders ter raffle and four lucky parishioners took home some attended the Youth Leaders Summit in Melbourne. exciting prizes. We are proud of our youth leaders, Aakash Joseph The parishioners honoured Mother Mary during and Christina Vincent the month of May. Our community also participated who were elected to the in the Marian Procession on 21 May 2022. The Marian Youth Leaders National Procession is an annual event organised by the Ad- Team. The leaders shared elaide Archdiocese and all catholic communities are their experiences with invited to partake and honour Mother Mary. the wider community and have inspired many The community also gathered together on 13 young students to take June 2022 to celebrate the Feast Day of St Antony. up youth leadership in Parishioners requested St Antony’s intercession in the coming years. The youth gatherings are also an opportunity for our young people to come together and share in fellowship. Over the past three months, the EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 34 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES youth have been studying the Book of James; equip- ping the young people to live as mature Christians in this world. The youth also participated in a Games Night to build companionship and a sense of com- munity within the group. As the winters began to get colder in Adelaide, the youth have started selling coffee and snacks af- ter Holy Qurbana on Sunday. All profits are going to- wards the Unite Conference in December 2022. St. Marys Syro-Malabar Parish Adelaide South March/ April/ May HOLY WEEK l 10th April Palm Sunday Holy Mass celebrated 6pm at St. Bernadette’s Church l 14th April – Maundy Thursday Celebrated @ 8pm. l 15th April -Good Friday services held at St. Therese’s Church@11am l 16th April –Holy Saturday Mass celebrated at10 am l 16th April -Easter Holy Qurbana Celebrated @8pm  Happy Mother’s Day to all our Dear Moms. Mother’s Day Celebrated on 8th May after Mass With Special prayers and blessings by our dear Priest Fr. Leonse Kurian.  22nd May -Pastoral Visit to the Parish by our Beloved Bishop Bosco. Up Coming  Parish Feast -Joint Feast of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and St. Sebastian will be celebrated on June 25th Saturday 3.30pm at St. Bernadette’s Church.  St. Thomas Day celebration July 3rd.  July 23rd Bible Kalolsavam Stage Programs from Morning 9.30@ Cosgrove Hall. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 35 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES ST. EUPHRASIA PARISH North Adelaide With covid easing and our lives returning to Nurses Ministry Day on 13th of May, the feast of Fathi- normal, being international borders open, fam- ma Matha. They had a prayerful gathering starting ilies in the parish are having a very eventful year. with a Mass, Novena and adoration. (image- 02) NEW TRUSTEES DEVASAHAYAM PILLAI CANONISATION We have elected our new Trustees on 6th of Feb- On the day of the Canonisation of Devasahayam ruary. Congratulations and all the very best wishes to Pillai, the Department of Catechism presented the life Biji Scariachen and Joseph P Kurian. We heartily thank and work of the saint. Thank you Christo Joseph (as Devasahayam Pillai), Ann Jacob and Michelle Jacob, for doing such a wonderful job. (image-03) Shaji Peter and George Joseph for theirmuch appreci- HOLY COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION ated and valued service and support as our previous trustees. (image-01) We Praised and rejoiced on 21st May, celebrating our little angels’ Holy Communion and Confirmation. NURSES MINISTRY DAY Congratulations to all the children. Stay blessed, and wish you a very happy and prayerful life in God. Commemorating their patron saint, Fathima Matha, the nurses from our parish celebrated the EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 36 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES St Thomas the apostle Parish melbourne South east NEW TRUSTEES Regional College Stadium, Dandenong on Sat- New trustees of our parish took charge officially on urday21st May 2022. Around 90 youth mem- bers from various parishes attended the tour- Sunday 15 May 2022 during Holy Qurbana. nament. Congratulations and prayerful wishes to Mr. Biju Var- CATECHISM INAUGURATION ghese, Mr. Jose Mathew, Mr. Rajesh Augustine and Mr. Sijo James. Catechism Inaugural Holy Qurbana was on 29May2022 at 11am at St John’s Regional Our parish acknowledges the College Stadium, Dandenong. The Inaugural services of Mr. Sanesh Sebastian, ceremony included lighting the lamp by Parish the outgoing trustee. Priest, PCC president, student representatives, SMYM DODGE BALL TOURNA- and representatives of teachers. Also, welcom- MENT ing prep students, commissioning of class lead- ers and commissioning of teachers were part of A Dodgeball Tournament was the ceremony. organised by SMYM atSt John’s CHURCH CONSTRUCTION UPDATES We sent out the tender documents to 8 builders on 5 May 2022. The due date for the prospective builders to return the tenders is 9 June 2022. We engaged the contractor to demolish the old function centre (front building). We are finalising the quotes for car park lights, supply pillar and the main switch board. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 37 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES St Mary's Syro-Malabar Parish Melbourne West FEAST OF ST ANTHONY 12/06/2022 Our parish celebrated the feast of St. Anthony with Solemn Holy Qurbana, Novena, Latheenju and procession. To add more festivities many families brought pachornercha to the church that was shared as a community meal. Many families were presudendies for the feast. Our Youth team presented a beautiful video presentation which was the Faith Formation for all. In fact, the celebration was a spiritual nourishment to the parish that we experience in our own church with out any constrains from a rented church. VIDYARAMBHAM FUNCTION ON 05/06/2022 We had 12 children participated in the event. Fr. Sebastian helped children to write Jesus as their first written word in a plate of rice. It was a great experience for Children as well as parents. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 38 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES St Marys Knanaya Mission Melbourne Our 2022 Holy Season started off munion of our 13 kids from with an Annual retreat lead by Parish at St. Peter’s Parish Evanglisation team of Melbourne Clayton, We were blessed to Diocese. A Lenten program named have Bishop Bosco Puthur “Arise”for youth and teens by Anoint- as our main celebrant along ing Fire Catholic Ministry Team and with Fr. James Arichira and Jesus Youth Team for the kids were Fr. Jose Chirayil Putthanpura. also conducted along with it. Under the leadership of Rev Fr. Prince Thaipurayidathil, A special Lenten pilgrimage for our Knanaya youth at our Lady’s Ta also with support of Trustees; Mr. John Thommen ’Pinu Shrine, Bacchus Marsh was a highlight bringing Nedumthuruthil, Asssish Cyriac Vayalil, Secretary Mr. our youth together to recite the Way of The Cross to- Philips Abraham Kureekottil and other Parish Council gether. We had our special Holy Week services at our Members and volunteers and with God’s blessings we centres on Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Fri- could organise everything very well. day and on Easter Saturday. As we are half way down the year, we organised On 8th of May, Mother’s Day was celebrated at a one-day picnic for our Catechism teachers and their both centres, special prayers also a small token of gift families on the 13th of June. We had a huge turnout, were given to all mother’s in our Parish. lots of games and entertainments were conducted. Inspite of the cold weather we had, everyone truly Catechism department of our Parish have been enjoyed the day together. preparing over 25 kids in our Parish for Solemn Holy Communion over past 3 months. Mrs. Lizy Antony We have recently restructured our Koodarayog- Plakkoottathil & Mrs. Smitha Jose Chakkalayilhave am for the convenience of the families to gather and been conducting Holy communion preparation we are seeing improved participation across. We are classes on most of the Saturdays. Also our Parents looking forward to conduct our Thiruridaya Vanaka- had been actively hosting the classes at different lo- masam for 10 days towards end of June. cations on Saturdays. God bless you all. On 5th of June we had our Solemn Holy Com- EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 39 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES St.Thomas The Apostle Syro-Malabar Parish, Brisbane South April to June marked very significant events in our parish. The holy week ceremonies were a real people, and vulnerable adults. heart-touching experience for all of us. The passion play put up by the SMYM on Good Friday and the CATECHISM DEPARTMENT Annual Retreat preached by Fr. Joby George from the Divine Retreat Centre, Sydney added grace to The catechism department elected a Students the Holy week celebrations. Apart from the liturgical Council team this year composed of class leaders services, our parish conducted several spiritual, from grade 4 to grade 12 to bring in ideas and devel- cultural, and training programs for the parishioners. op student leadership. Shayne Jojo and Jiya Jiju were Below are some of the significant events we conduct- elected from the council as School Leaders. The coun- ed during this period. cil members had a pledging ceremony in the church ADVANCED SAFER CHURCHES TRAINING after the Holy Mass on 3rd April. Congratulations to our student council members. Creating safe spaces at our parish is everyone’s re- sponsibility. Towards this goal, the Parish Safe Guard- INSIGHTS MAGAZINE ing Office under the guidance of Fr. Abraham along with PSOs, Sebastian Joseph, and Resin Tony con- The 3rd edition of our ducted a Safer churches training program on 2nd April parish magazine, San- 2022 from 9 am till 4 pm in collaboration with the thom Insights, was offi- Syro-Malabar Eparchy, Melbourne for everyone who cially released after the is involved in various ministries with children, young Easter Vigil Services on April 17th. The theme for this edition was “We are the Easter People''. We print 1200 copies of the magazine (28 pages) and they are made available to all Malayalee Christian communities in and around Brisbane (North & South), Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Springfield, Toowoomba, and the Gold Coast area. The printed and online cop- ies reach around 8000 people. RUBY JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF OUR PARISH PRIEST We solemnly celebrated the ruby jubilee of our EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 40 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

PARISH /MISSION UPDATES FOOD SALE BY MATHRUVEDI The Mathruvedi helps the parish by raising funds for different needs of the parish through food sale. They sell a variety of food like Pothichoru, Biriyani, Porotta, and Kappa Biriyani. Parish priest, Rev. Fr. Abraham Kazhunadiyil, on 24th FAITH FEST 2022 April 2022. The Ruby Jubilee marked the 40th anniver- sary of Fr. Abraham’s priestly ordination. We have arranged three Faith Fest programs this MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION year for three different clusters. For grades 9 to 12, the Faith Fest will be from June 25th to 27th. For grades On 8th May, our parish celebrated Mother’s day 5 to 8, the Faith Fest is planned for July 8 to 10. It is with Holy Mass. Fr. Abraham blessed all our mothers an intensive faith formation program through stu- dent-engaging methods that takes the teachers and with special prayers and presented them with gifts students on a journey through the themes of the day. for their service to the parish in many ways. It is devised with love and leads to fun, joy, and spiri- INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY tual empowerment. A great team of teachers, SMYM members, and parents are ready to deliver the activ- ities that will become a great learning lesson; etched into the students' minds forever. MATHRUVEDI PILGRIMAGE On 28th May, the Mathruvedi team of our parish had a pilgrimage to the Marian Valley pilgrim center. This was a memorable and spiritual experience for all the mothers who traveled together praying the Rosary and the Divine Mercy Chaplet under the spir- International Nurses Day was observed on 12th itual direction of our parish priest, Rev. Fr. Abraham. May with Holy Mass and Adoration. The nurses min- We had Holy Mass, Way of the Cross, and Novena to istry leaders arranged a meeting and lunch for all the Bl. Virgin Mary at the pilgrim center. The Mathruvedi nurses after the Mass. Fr. Abraham blessed and greet- members requested many more such programs for ed all our nurses and their family. empowering mothers. EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 41 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE Days of Remembrance JULY AUGUST 3 - Dukhrana of 1 - St. Alphonse Liguori St.Thomas Apostle 4 - St. John Maria Vianney 11 - St. Benedict 5 - Mar Mari, Disciple of 15 - Sts. Kuriakose and Julitta Mar Addai 16 - Our Lady of Mount Carmel 6 - Transfiguration of Our Lord 22 - St. Mary Magdalene 8 - St. Dominic 24 - Day for grand parents and 11 - St. Clare the elderly 14 - St. Maxmillian Kolbe 25 - St. James, the Apostle 15 - Assumption of our Lady & 26 - Sts. Joachim and Anne Indian Independence Day 28 - St. Alphonsa 21 - St. Pius X 29 - St. Martha 24 - St. Bartholomew, the Apostle 31 - St. Ignatius of Loyola 27 - St. Augustine 29 - St. Euphrasia SEPTEMBER OCTOBER 5- St. Theresa of Calcutta 1 - St. Therese of Child Jesus 2 - Guardian Angel 8- The Nativity of Our Lady 4 - St. Francis Assisi 15 - St. Theresa of Avila 13- St. John Chrisosthom 16 - Mission Sunday & Bl. ThevarparampilKunjachan 14- The Exaltatioon of the Cross 18 - St. Luke, the Evangelist 22 - St. John Paul II 21- St. Mathew, the Apostle 28 - Sts. Simon and Jude, Apostles 27- St. Vincent de Paul 29- Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael EPARCHY MEDIA COMMISSION 42 SYRO-MALABAR EPARCHY OF ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE MELBOURNE

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