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Mission of the Church in the 21st Century

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 06:37:00 PST

Mission essentially belongs to God's plan and scheme. God reveals it to us from time to time through prophets and apostles. “Long ago God spoke many times and in many ways to our ancestors through the prophets” (Heb 1:1). Our forefathers and prophets have understood it in space and time and have revealed to us through their lives and writings (Sruti & Smriti). The culmination of God's revelation is through God's Son and our redeemer Jesus Christ. He said in history, “I am the Way the Truth and the Life” (John 14:6). Today the Holy Spirit is helping us to realize the revelation and to understand the mission.

Ecumenical Witness of The Mar Thoma Church

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 06:30:18 PST

I bring you greetings from Valiya Metropolitan Most Rev. Dr. Philipose Mar Chrysostom and Metropolitan the Most Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thoma. The Bishops of the Mar Thoma Church join me in greeting you on this occasion. Bishop Dr. Zachariahs Mar Theophilos Suffragan Metropolitan and Bp. Dr. Euyakim Mar Coorilos Episcopa join me as my predecessor–bishops in this Diocese and Bishop Zachariahs Mar Theophilus and Bishop Dr. Abraham Mar Paulos as former students of Boston University.

Diocesan Assembly, Presidential Address

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 06:24:34 PST

It is my great privilege to address this august meeting of the Diocesan Assembly here at Philadelphia. I am glad that all of you have come from the length and breadth of the Diocese of North America and Europe to participate in the deliberations. God in His great wisdom has chosen me through the Mar Thoma Church as the third resident Diocesan Episcopa from Jan 2009. I request your prayerful support to continue the ministry here. I praise God for the formation of this Diocese. I thank all the former Diocesan Episcopas and the office bearers, council members and the assembly members who served this Diocese from time to time.

MESSAGE FROM THE DIOCESAN BISHOP

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 06:20:02 PST

“The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, ‘This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.’ “ – 1 Corinthians 11.23

OUR RESPONSE TO THE GLOBAL ECONOMIC CONCERN

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 06:14:07 PST

Global economic depression is a process that affects the material welfare of mankind. This global problem needs global solutions. It has come to us over a period of time and therefore, to tide it over would also take several years. Our hope for a brighter future demands a transformation of our will, purpose and lifestyle. Here are some suggestions to develop a comprehensive response to the current economic downturn:

Vision 2010 – Mar Thoma Diocese Of North America & Europe

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:11:22 PST

January 1, 2010 marked the first anniversary of my service as the Episcopa of the Diocese of North America and Europe. I thank God for His mercy and grace that strengthens me to serve in this Diocese, which offers tremendous strengths to tackle the gigantic challenges. As I enter into the second year of my ministry as the Diocesan Episcopa, I attempt to review our state of affairs and present my vision for the future of our Diocese.

Christian Witness: Revisiting the Mission Mandate of the Church

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:04:36 PST

Chalanam is an annual publication of our Theological Seminary with solid and relevant articles which I look forward to read every year. At the outset, let me express my appreciation to the vision and coordinated effort of the faculty and the students of the seminary who jointly work towards this publication. I also thank the Principal Rev. Dr. Abraham Kuruvilla for the privilege he has given me to write an article in 2010.

We are an Easter community.

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:50:29 PST

We are in the season of Lent. The 50 days of lent gives us enough opportunity to renew our life by confessing our sins and seeking God’s grace for the transformation of life. As members of the church we will observe the Holy Week to meditate on the entry of Jesus to Jerusalem, his arrest, death on the cross, and resurrection. The Eastern Church gives more emphasis to the passion of Jesus Christ, his self-emptying and resurrection from the dead. We are an Easter community.

20TH YEAR OF OUR MAR THEODOSIUS’ CONSECRATION

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 04:17:00 PST

December 9th, 2009

By God’s Grace, in 2009, Rt. Rev. Dr. Geevarghese Mar Theodosius completed 20 years of service to our Lord in the Mar Thoma Church as Bishop. On December 9th, 2009 commemorative events culminated with special programs at the Diocesan Center in Merrick, NY.

Christmas message

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 03:54:38 PST

“Today… a Savior has been born to you; … You will find a baby… lying in a manger." Luke 2: 11-12

We are in the festive season. Life is a continum of celebrations. We move from one to the other. These jubilant festivals are meant to give a lasting joy in the life of everyone. The celebration of life is integrally related to our relationship with God, fellow human beings and nature.

Thanksgiving Day

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 05:49:12 PST

November in North America begins with the gentle swaying of the trees in the cool breeze, with leaves changing colors and eventually falling down to decorate our yards and driveways. The media sends a steady stream of commercials reminding people of the ‘Thanksgiving Day’ and inviting them to take advantage of the greatest shopping deals for some of the latest products in the market.

Message from the Diocesan Bishop - Oct 09

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:12:38 PST

This October issue of the Mar Thoma Messenger comes to your hand after the meeting of our Sabha Mandalam. By the Grace of God, all the meetings went smoothly and the Sabha Mandalam could transact all the items in the agenda. The official information of the decisions will come to you through a circular kalpana of our Metropolitan.

Message from the Diocesan Bishop - July 09

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:03:59 PST

Greetings to you all in the precious name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
I pin down these lines soon after the conferences in Houston. We had the 27th Mar Thoma Family conference of the Diocese of North America & Europe in Marriot Hotel, July 2 – 5, 2009 hosted by the Immanuel Mar Thoma Church, Houston.

Message from the Diocesan Bishop - April 09

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:57:27 PST

“May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.” – John 17:23

Message from the Diocesan Bishop- Jan 09

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:51:58 PST

I beseech you therefore brethren by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to the patterns of the world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
Rom. 12:1-2

Earth Sunday

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:09:13 PST

Our Response to the Global Economic Concern

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:03:24 PST

Messages by Rt. Rev. Dr. Geevarghese Mar Theodosius Episcopa

Global economic depression is a process that affects the material welfare of mankind. This global problem needs global solutions. It has come to us over a period of time and therefore, to tide it over would also take several years.

Church & Mission

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 12:01:17 PST

… You will be my witness. Acts 1:8

Mar Thoma Church has identified one Sunday as Mission Sunday to help the members of the Church to focus their attention to the mission aspect of the Church. This does not mean the mission is one of the functions of the Church; rather the Church itself is mission.

Earth Sunday

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 05:56:54 PST

Mar Thoma Church, Diocese of North America and Europe is observing Sunday, June 14, 2009 as Earth Sunday to create more awareness among our members that as God’s stewards, we are called not only to enjoy the resources of the Earth, but also to care for them as a sacred gift from God. As a positive outcome, it is our responsibility to formulate possible mode of action in all works of life in terms of judicious use of the resources of God like food, water etc.

Ministry in the Global World

Wed, 20 May 2009 05:47:37 PST

The Diocese of North America & Europe will be hosting several conferences between July and November 2009. On behalf of the Diocese, I appreciate the hard work of our Achens and lay leaders in organizing these conferences and thank them for the same. These conferences will give our Achens and parish members an opportunity to set apart time for worship, devotion, prayer, study, discussions and fellowship.