Thomas said to him, “My Lord and My God”. (St. John 20:28)
Issue No. 16 Vol. VI
April 2012
A Monthly publication for the St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church, Kuwait
P.O. Box 25562 Safat 13116 Kuwait Tel : 2563 5253 (Res.) Mob : 6603 0775 St. Thomas Centre Tel: 2564 7060 E-mail: st.thomasmtcq8@gmail.com www.st-thomasmtckuwait.com
Rev. Thomas Koshy Panachamoottil Vicar fatherpanachi@gmail.com
(For Private Circulation only)
Parsonage Location Salmiya, Street 10, Bldg No. 20 1st Floor, Flat No. 14 Al-Dhahok Bin Qays Street Opp. Bestow Super Market
From the Desk of Vicar
Meaning of Passion Week
What does passion week mean to us? Is it just an annual remembrance of the passion- the pain and suffering, crucifixion, death, and resurrection of our Lord- for all of us? In Malayalam this week is called "Kastanubhava Varam" meaning a week to experience passion, and not simply remembering the Passion, as beautifully illustrated in the filmPassion of the Christ. How do we do this? During the Last Supper Jesus said that He is giving up His body and blood for us and he did this for us as He promised. He commanded that in turn we too should do this in His memory. Out of the 12 apostles, I understand that 11 gave up their life (martyrdom) in their work for our Lord. What are we doing? Some of us observe lent giving up meat, or fish, or both for fifty days of lent. We spent more time in lip service prayer. Is that enough? In one of the special prayers of lent we say that prayer is good, but if any one says the prayer with out love it has no effect. Lent is good, but if any one observe the lent without love it has no effect. Jesus taught us that the ultimate love is to love the enemies. He showed us how to do this from the cross when He prayed for those who insulted him and punished Him. Do we learn anything from the cross and practice what we learn? Jesus illustrated how love is manifested in action- Matthew 25-35,"I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger, and you invited me in, I was in need of clothes and you gave me clothes, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me." It is time for us to practices what we learn from the cross, surrender ourselves saying not as I will, but as You will, not only for Passion Week, but for the whole life and follow the cross to win the Kingdom of Heaven. May the Almighty strengthen us to do His service.
OFFICE BEARERS 2012 - 2013
Panachamoottil Achen
Laloo Thomas Vice President
Shibu Cherian Secretary
Abraham Mathew P. Trustee - Finance
Chacko Daniel Trustee - Accounts
Boban Varghese K. Lay Ministrant
Dr. Abraham Kurian Lay Ministrant
WORD OF THANKS TO DEAR PARISHIONERS - ADIOS
Electing new office bearers means saying farewell to those who have held the role. Hence it is our time now to say “elalleqa”. On the outset we want to thank God for the opportunity to serve St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church during year 2011-12. It was through this Parish that we were able to experience the joy of serving Christ. Looking back, 2011-12 was an eventful year esp. for St. Thomas Family. We had another successful year of Ministry and Fellowship, and it would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our members. Apart from the usual programs, we have successfully organized Sargothsav, St. Thomas Fest, Bachelor’s meet, Medical Professionals Meet, etc. As you are aware, all of Kuwait’s Malayalee Christian community are looking forward to attend our Christmas Carol and a record number of people attended this year’s Carol. The role we played to turn the Mar Thoma Pravasi Sangamam a grand success was lauded by all Mar Thoma Parishners of Kuwait. We take this opportunity to thank our Vicar Rev. Thomas Koshy Panachamoottil for his able leadership, timely advice and guidance. We also thank all the office-bearers of the organizations, Sunday School, Sevika Sangham, Youth League, Edavaka Mission for their unconditional support. The role of Kaisthana Samithy was significant and meaningful.. We thank all members of Kaisthana Samithy, office bearers of Prayer Groups for their relentless support given to us. Certainly meetings can be long; assignments can be difficult; feelings can be hurt, but the ministry gets carried on because the objectives are high and we were committed to achieve it. We are grateful to our family for their understanding in taking their time. We take this opportunity to Welcome the new Office Bearers and wish them all Success in their endeavors in the coming year and urge all parish members to extend their support to serve the Lord and you better. For and on behalf of office bearers and Kaisthanasamithi, John Varghese (Reji) Secretary -2011-2012
EDAVAKA DINAM INVITATION We the office bearers (2011-2012 & 2012 -2013) have great pleasure in jointly inviting all our parish members to our 5th parish day celebrations on Friday 13th April 2012 at NECK Church and Parish hall. Edavaka Dinam Special service will start at 7.00pm followed by a meeting and dinner. H.G. Mathews Mar Aphrem Metropolitan (Bishiop Angamali Diocese High Range & Perumbavoor Region, Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church) will be the chief guest. We expect the presence of dignitaries from NECK , all vicars of MarThoma Parishes in Kuwait and vicars from other churches on this occasion. Edavaka Dinam Holy Communion will be held at St. Thomas Center at 7.30 am. Our Vicar, Rev Thomas Koshy Panachamootill will lead the Holy Communion. All parish members are cordially invited to attend the Holy Communion at St.Thomas center and Edavaka Dinam special program in the evening at NECK. For and on behalf of office bearers and Kaisthanasamithi, John Varghese (Reji) / Shibu Cherian
Birthdays in april Date 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 14 14 15 16 16 16 16 17 17 18 18 18 18
Name JOHN C.MATHEW MINI GEORGE MATHEW CUCKOO ALEY MATHEW JOHN BINNEY LIJU ANNAMMA JOSE SAJI THOMAS ILEREN LILLY CHACKO MARY KOSHI MATHEW SHARON ELSA BIJU DIANA BOBBY GEORGE JOSYMOL ZACHARIAH LIZY RAJU MATHEW MATHEW SUSAMMA ABRAHAM ANJALI MARY JOHN SHIBU MATHAI THOMAS PRINCY MARY SAM EVAN KOSHY ARUN JINU JOHN VARGHESE STEVE PHILIP BLESSON LEYONA EBEY ABRAHAN THOMAS CHACKO P. THOMAS VARGHESE BINOY THOMAS IVY ABRAHAM VARGHESE (DR.) ANGELENE ABRAHAM ANITHA THOMAS PETER SIMMY VARGHESE RESHMI RAJAN SUBIN SAM MATHEW ANNIKA ELSA ROY JOSE EAPEN LALY GEORGE SANTHAMMA EASOW VARGHESE OOMMEN SUSAN MATHEWS (DR.) RANJEETA SUSAN AVINASH ALISHA MARY BINOY JITHIN CHACKO JACOB SUNIL JOY SUJA GEORGE CHERIAN SUSAN MATHEW BEVIN THOMAS THOMAS ANITHA ABRAHAM GEORGE VARGHESE JOTHI JOHN MARYKUTTY ALEXANDER LAURA ANN PHILIP CHRISTI MARIAM CROSS ANGELINE SARA SANTHOSH MATHAI KOCHUMMAN AJIT MAMMEN ABRAHAM ABRAHAM MATHEW P. SUSY SAMUEL THOMAS GEORGE JAISON JOY OLIVIA MARIAM GEORGY GEORGE MATHEW JOHANN SHIBU MADATHIL
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Thanks to God Almighty for his mercy that kept you safe and sound during the past year. Praying to Lord God to shower his Blessings, on each of you, all through the year ahead. "Happy Birthday"
60TH YEAR CELEBRATIO窶起 of Holy Qurbana To commemorate the First Mar Thoma holy Communion 60 years ago at Ahmadi Anglican Church on 4th April, 1952 using the Mar Thoma Order of Worship by H.G. The Most Rev. Dr. Philipose Mar Chrysostam Mar Thoma Valia Methrapolita (Then, Rev. Philip Oommen), the Mar Thoma Kuwait Center has decided to celebrate the occasion with a Holy Communion followed by a Public Meeting on 20th April, 2012 at Fintas Co-operative Society Hall ( Near London Hospital). Valia Thirumeni, Mar Chrysostam and Saffrogan Thirumeni Dr. Zacharias Mar Theophilus will Grace the occasion with their presence. All are cordially invited.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - 2012 Our Sunday school organized this year’s VBS from 21st to 29th March 2012 with the theme ‘ABBA FATHER’. A record number of students (about 270) enrolled for the VBS; not only from our church but also from sister parishes and other churches. Mr. Anil M. John from Sunday School Samajam, Thiruvalla, was the director. The children were exposed daily to highly interactive singing and games sessions as well as thoughtful biblical sessions. On the final day, various presentations were made on the stage by the children displaying what they studied during the VBS. We appreciate the efforts of Mrs. Susan John Mathew (Convener), Mr. Varghese Oommen (Secretary), and Mrs. Jinu John (Trustee).
HEARTY CONGRATULATION TO THE NEWLY WEDDED COUPLE
Olive Ann Sam
Andrews John Mullassery
D/o Mrs. & Mr. George Sam, (Emmaus P.G.) Palakothupeedikail, Thalachira, Pathanamthitta and
S/o Mrs. & Mr. Stephen John.M, (Mizpah P.G) Mullassery House, Elamkulam Kochi and
S/o of Mrs. & Mr. K. George Mathew, Kandamkulathu, Bhavana Nagar, Kollam were married on 09/01/2012 at St. Thomas Marthoma Church, Thevally, Kollam
D/o Mrs. & Mr. John Daniel , Bunglow No - 34D Miniland, Bhandup Mumbai were married on 29/12/2011 at Jerusalem Mar Thoma Church Elamkulam Cochin.
Terry George Mathew
Susan John
May Heaven’s choicest blessings be showered upon the cheerful couples.
NEW MEMBERS Member Number - 0437
JOSEPH OORIYATHARA PHILIPOSE
Prayer Group: Mahanaim Mother Parish: Salem - Chungathara Contact No - 60957080
Member Number - 0439
JACOB THOMAS Prayer Group: Mahanaim Mother Parish: Salem - Kaviyoor Contact No - 66529639
Wedding Anniversaries in April
We wish the following couples a Happy Wedding Anniversary. Please attend and partake in the thanksgiving prayer during the Holy Communion Service. Date 1 1 5 7 12 13 15 16 16 18 18 19 19 20 21 23 23 24 25 25 26 27 28 28 28 28 29
Name MATHEW P. ALEXANDER & ELIZABETH JESSY MATHEW VILAS VARGHESE & JISHA JOHN MATHAI ALEXANDER & ANNIE ALEXANDER GEORGE JOHN & BEENA MARY GEORGE VIJOY MATHEW ALEXANDER & MARY MATHEW ALEXANDER THOMAS VARGHESE & RUBIN K. THOMAS CHARLS P. GEORGE & PRIYA CHARLS SHIBU OOMMEN VARGHESE & CIBY SHIBU VARGHESE EAPPEN P. MATHEW & SILY MARY MATHEWS VIJU GEORGE & BEENA CHACKO SAJI THOMAS & SHEEJA SAJI JACOB CHANDY & RACHEL CHANDY ANOOP K. ALEX & RAJI ANU KOSHY P.K CHERIAN & NEETHA CHERIAN SHAJI PHILIP THENASSERIL & SHOLLY THOMAS JOHN MATHEW & SUSAN JOHN MATHEW SHAJI JOSEPH & DITTY SHAJI JOSEPH VARGHESE P. C. & MARIAMMA VARGHESE ANIL MATHEW & JESSY ANIL PHILIP KAMALAKUNNEL THOMAS & REMANI MARIAM PHILIP GEORGE T. J. & PREMSY ANNAMMA GEORGE SHIBU THOMAS JOHN (DR.) & PREETHA ABRAHAM (DR.) THOMAS SAMUEL & MARIAMMA THOMAS JOSEPH GEORGE & ANNAMMA JOSEPH GEORGE GEORGE MATHEW & SUNITHA GEORGE SABU GEORGE & ALEYAMMA PHILIP ASHISH KURIAN MATHEW & SIMI MIRIAM ASHISH
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REGULAR PROGRAMS AT ST.THOMAS CENTRE Every Friday at 2.30 PM Every Thursday at 6.00 to 7.30 PM Every Thursday at 7.30 to 9.30 PM Every 1st Friday at Centre after the Worship service And 3rd Sunday at Abbasiya All Saturdays at 5.00 PM All Saturdays at 7.30 PM
FAREWELL
The below Members of St. Thomas Family are leaving Kuwait. We thank them for the support given to us during their long years of service in Kuwait. We pray for God’s Abundant Blessings upon them. 1. Mr. Alexander Thampachen. P - M.No. 017 - Left on 26th March 2012 2. Mr. P.G Sam & Family - M.No. 356 - Leaving on - 9th April,2012 3. Mr. Philip Kamalakunnel Thomas & Family - M.No. 313 - Leaving on 9th April 2012 4. Mr. Bino K. Jacob & Family - M.No. 015 - Left on 30th March 2012
Alexander Thampachen. P
P. G Sam
Philip K. Thomas
Bino K. Jacob
DATE
TIME
PROGRAMME EPHE 1 : 3- 10
EPISTLE
MARK 11 : 1-11
GOSPEL
THEME HOSANA
HOLY COMMUNION
HOLY COMMUNION
PRAYERGROUP/ ORGANISATION
2 KING 4 : 27-37
ACTS 9 : 1 - 18
1 CORI 15: 12-20
MAHANAIM
KADESH
OLIVET
WILL BE ASSIGNED
WILL BE ASSIGNED
WILL BE ASSIGNED
WILL BE ASSIGNED
WILL BE ASSIGNED
WILL BE ASSIGNED
WILL BE ASSIGNED
HEB 9: 1-15
SECOND LESSON
EXODUS 12 : 1-17
GAL 3: 1-22
1 PET 1: 1-25
HEB - 5 : 1-10
ISA 53: 1-12
FIRST LESSON
ZECH 13: 1-9
MATH 26 : 31-46 SERVICE - 1
NUMB 21 : 1-9 HEB 3 : 1-19
1 CORI 11: 23-34 SERVICE - 2
JUDE ST.JOHN JOB 1 : 17-21 20:19-29 42 : 1-5 M.T.V.E.A CENTER MEETING
2 JOHN 1:1-8
LUKE 24 : 1-12
EXODUS 16 : 29-36 ST.LUKE 24:13-35 JOHN 21 : 15 -19
REV 2 : 1-7
1 COR 10:14-21 PHLE 1 : 8-18
1 KING 19 : 1-16
COLO 3 : 1-11
SERVICE - 3
SANDHYA NAMASKARAM HOLY COMMUNION
GOOD FRIDAY SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST
“PEZAHA” REMEMBERANCE OF SALVATION
STC, SALMIYA “EASTER” RESURRECTION CELEBRATION OF LIFE
ORDINARY SERVICE HOLY COMMUNION ORDINARY SERVICE HOLY COMMUNION HOLY COMMUNION
ZACHARIAH 9 : 9-12
WORSHIP SCHEDULE FOR THE MONTH OF april 2012 VENUE STC, SALMIYA STC, SALMIYA
7.00 PM
2 , 3 , 4 7.00 PM STC, SALMIYA
1 SUN
7.00 PM
8.30 AM
STC, SALMIYA
5 THU
6 FRI
5:00 AM HALL OF PEACE
8 SUN 10 TUE 07:30 PM
RESURRECTION CELEBRATIONOF LIFE
HALL OF PEACE
RESTORING AND COMMISSIONING
LORD WHO REVEALS THROUGH THE WORD AND BREAKING OF THE BREAD
STC, SALMIYA
STC, SALMIYA
7:30 AM
17 TUE 07:30 PM
HALL OF PEACE
13 FRI
7:30 AM
STC, SALMIYA
PARISH DAY
24 TUE 07:30 PM
20 FRI
7:30 AM
27 FRI
Prayer Groups shall identify and assign appropriate personnel as Two Laymen to Assist in Church services ,Two Lesson Readers And Four Children to collect offertory, during Worship services and Holy Communion services for both St.Thomas center & Hall of Peace .Please co-ordinate with Lay Readers .
Laloo Thomas
Secretary 99891450 / 25649403
Shibu Cherian
Trustee 66565496 / 25630521
Abraham Mathew P.
Trustee Accounts 66165292 / 25652751
Chacko Daniel
Lay Ministrant 66562536 / 25635156
Boban Varghese K.
Lay Ministrant 99468253 / 25663820
Dr. Abraham Kurian
ST.THOMAS OFFICE BEARERS 2012-2013
Sponsership for ST. THOMAS MESSENGER We request individuals /organizations/prayer groups to sponsor our monthly bulletin “Messenger” every month. You could even share the special occasions in your family with St.Thomas family by sponsoring an issue of “messenger”. Your kind cooperation in this matter is solicited. For Further details, please contact the office –bearers in advance.
Vice President 99588244 / 25657655