Kuwait City Mar Thoma Parish: 2011

Watch Night Service

Watch Night Service Schedule of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish is as below

Abbassiya Area : United Indian School Auditorium @ 10.00 p.m.

Salmiya Area     : Indian Public School Auditorium @ 10.00 p.m.

Riggai Area        : Residence of Mr. James Eapen Roy @ 10.00 p.m.

Khaitan Area     : Residence of Mr. Jacob P.C @ 10.00 p.m.

New Year Service

The New Year service of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish will be held at Marina Hall, Abbassiya at 8.00 a.m.

Condolence

Mr. T.M. Samuel (68), Thinamkalayil Binu Bhavan, Mudiyoorkonam, Pandalam, Member of Pandalam Mar Thoma Parish, Father of our member Mr. Binu Samuel (Horeb P.G) has been called by the Heavenly Father.
We the members of the Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish share our grief with family members on his sad demise. We continue to pray that the Almighty Lord comfort and console the bereaved family in the days ahead. Funeral date will be announced later.

Sunday School

Please be informed that there is no sunday school classes on 30/12/2011
Head Master

Fasting Prayer & Witnessing Day

Fasting Prayer & Witnessing Day of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish will be held on Friday,30th Dec 2011 at Marina Hall, Abbasiya from 6.30am to 8.30am.

Kuwait Mar Thoma Christmas Carol: News

News Courtesy: Manorama Gulf Edition

We have removed the Christmas carol song videos temporarily and shall be available after few days. Inconvenience is regretted.

The final homage & prayers to Joseph K.G.(Raju)

The final homage & prayers to Dear Joseph K.G.(Raju) shall be possible at the vicinity of Al - Sabha Hospital Mortuary Premises. Tomorrow Wednesday 28th December 2011 @ 9.00am (as information received)

Kuwait Mar Thoma Sunday School: Exams & Talents 2011: Results

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Condolence

Mr. Joseph K. G (Raju) (51), Kulanjiyil House, Othara, Member of Ebenezer Mar Thoma Parish, Othara, Uncle of our members Mr. George P Cherian (Sunil) (Tabore P.G) and Mrs. Sheeja John (Bethlehem P.G) has been called by the Heavenly Father.
We the members of the Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish share our grief with family members on his sad demise. We continue to pray that the Almighty Lord comfort and console the bereaved family in the days ahead. Funeral date will be announced later.

Christmas Carol 2011: A Grand Success

" Christmas ! The very word brings joy to our hearts. The joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others burdens, easing loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of Christmas".

With the Blessings of Almighty, Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish, the biggest parish in Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church of Malabar celebrated Christmas, the birth of Jesus, in the most befitting manner. More than 3,000 Kuwait Mar Thoma parishioners and people from sister churches gathered in the magnificent splendor of Marina Hall Abbassiya to celebrate the great birth of The Saviour. The beautiful decorations decked in and around, created the ambience of an exciting celebration.

Mellifluous carols rendrered by the Junior and Senior Choir of the Parish spellbound the audience. The brilliantly orchestrated and gracefully sung carols reflected the Humble Birth of The Savior and brought a worshipping atmosphere to the devotees. Adv. John Thomas, Vice President of the Parish, in his Christmas message said that the meaning of Christmas is the delibrate plan of God to send His only Begotten Son to earth, to redeem everyone as His own son. The arrival of Santa along with the shepherd’s carol singing group, created a great fervor in the auditorium as it brought nostalgic memories of yesteryears of Christmas celebrations in our motherland.

Kudos to each and every Choir members, especially to choir leaders Mr. Thomas Mathew (Senior Choir) and Mr. Vinod T Jacob (Junior Choir) for their magnificent effort to make the day a blessed one.

Some Christmas thoughts- Is our celebration an insult to Jesus?

Some Christmas thoughts- Is our celebration an insult to Jesus?

Is it right to celebrate Christmas ? This question is relevant coz we see a large and a steadily growing segment of Christians who indisputably believe in Christ is thinking and preaching these days that celebrating Christmas is something an ungodly or sinful act.

Shepherds Choir

Merry Christmas

From Christmas 2011

Kuwait Mar Thoma Sunday School Carol Service

Kuwait Mar Thoma Sunday School Carol Service:Live

http://www.kuwaitindians.tv/live-streaming.php

Sunday School Christmas Celebration: Teachers Performance.

Witness the Biggest Christmas Carol Concert Today at 6.30pm, (9.00pm IST)

Several thousands around the world are expected to watch the biggest carol service of Mar Thoma Church, which will be held on the Christmas eve at Marina Hall Kuwait. The Carol concert is conducted by Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish Choir. To celebrate and praise the birth of our Wonderful Counselor and Prince of Peace; joining the chorus of Angels; Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish Choir (Senior & Junior) will sing Carols and the theme shall be “Gloria in Excelsis Deo (Glory be to God on High)”.
Various arrangements have been made including the live web-cast to accommodate the worldwide audience. Viewers outside Kuwait can tune in to www.kuwaitindians.tv on saturday 24th December,2011 at 6.30 pm to witness the spectacular Christmas Carol service. Various committees are working round the clock for the success of the program.

Sunday School Christmas Celebration:Primary

Sunday School Christmas Celebration: Living Bread, Today at 3.00pm.

From Christmas 2011

Kuwait Mar Thoma Choir

Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish Choir performing during the Youth Chorus Christmas Celebration held on 22nd December 2011.

Christmas Carol Service on Dec 24th

Sunday School Christmas Celebration: Living Bread on 23rd Dec.

From Christmas 2011

Live Streaming of Christmas Carol Service

on Saturday, December 24th from 6.30pm onwards

http://www.kuwaitindians.tv/live-streaming.php

http://www.kuwaitindians.tv/

Who is greater?

The term greater or lesser is a relative and subjective term, what may seem great to one may be unimportant or even disgusting to others, something considered a sin in one place may be just a routine way of life or tradition in some other place and so on. But Bible gives us some clear insight as to what is great or least in the eye of God. About John, the Baptist, Jesus said ‘’ No one ever born on this earth is greater than John. But whoever is least important in God’s kingdom is greater than John.’’

Christmas Carol Service on Dec 24th

Parish Calender 2012

Valiya Metropolitan having a glance at the Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish calender 2012.

Gloria in Excelsis Deo, on Dec24th @ Marina Hall

For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government wil be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” – Isaiah 9: 6

The hallowed season has come again to Glorify the God in the highest. Our Kuwait Marthoma Church Christmas Carol Service will be held on Saturday 24th December 2011, at Marina Hall, Abbassiya at 6:30 pm.

To celebrate and praise the birth of our Wonderful Counselor and Prince of Peace; joining the chorus of Angels; our Church Choir (Senior & Junior) will sing Carols and the theme shall be “Gloria in Excelsis Deo (Glory be to God on High)”. Let us join in to make it a cherished event with a spirit like a candle, burns brightest at Christmas time.

THE FINAL HOMAGE & PRAYERS TOMORROW

IT IS INFORMED THAT THE FINAL HOMAGE & PRAYERS TO OUR DEAR GEORGE JOSEPH (RENI) SHALL BE POSSIBLE AT THE VICINITY OF AL-SABAH HOSPITAL, MORTUARY PREMISES. TOMORROW TUESDAY 13TH DEC. 2011 @ 09.00 AM.(AS INFORMATION RECEIVED)

REQUEST OUR MEMBERS TO ATTEND THE HOMAGE PRAYER.

When Warnings Ignored

While every other creature was placed under the control of man who was created in God’s own image, God did not make man a daft creature to be remotely controlled by any other creature or even by God Himself. Man was given the freedom of choice to live as he wished but the creator did give a guideline which included a warning as what not to do and the consequence to follow for the transgression. But man’s greed and stubborn refusal to take the warnings always had its tragic consequences.

Sunday School Christmas Celebration

Kuwait Mar Thoma Sunday school Christmas celebration is scheduled to be held on Dec. 23rd at Marina Hall from 3.00pm to 5.30pm.

Sunday School exam on Dec.16th

Kuwait Mar Thoma Sunday school annual exam is scheduled to be held on Dec. 16th at Marina Hall from 3.15pm to 5.15pm.

Sunday School Syllabus

Sunday school students who are preparing for the exams please note the list of lessons omitted from the Sunday school text for the year 2011.

Christmas Message.

Courtesy: Dubai Mar Thoma Church

Today's Carol rounds cancelled (10-12-2011)

Today's (10-12-2011) carol round has been cancelled due to the sudden death of Mr. George Joseph (Renny) . Prayer meeting is arranged at his house in Farwaniya at 7.30pm.

Condolence

Our Parish member Mr. George Joseph (Renny) 59, died in an accident that occurred at Abbasiya, Kuwait. He was an active member of Horeb Prayer Group, hails from Kapplasseri Thundiyil, Chengannur Kallissery, His Mother Parish is Chengannur Mar Thoma Valiya Pally,
He is survived by his wife Mrs. Shyla George and three children, Daughter Sneha is married to Sherry, living in kuwait and Sons Sarin, Sachin.

Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish offers our heart-felt condolence on his sad demise and pray to the Almighty that the bereaved family find solace in God.

Parish Day celebration: Jeevan TV Video 2

Divine Worship service on Friday (09-12-2011)

Divine worship of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish will be held on Friday, 09th Dec 2011 at Marina Hall, Abbasiya from 6.30am to 8.30am. The Word of God will be shared by a special guest from Kerala.

Thank you all..

Job Vacancy

A reputed company in Kuwait requires the following staff :

1.Reception staff :

a) Indian females only.
b) Degree with previous experience.
c) Pleasing personality
d) Bilingual.

2. Pediatrician :

a) Qualification: MBBS,MD
b) Experience: Minimum 5 years

3.Heavy Driver.

a) Local with transferable residency.

b) Those with Kuwait driving license and is currently in India is also considered.

All the above positions are offered attractive salary.

Rush your CV to Virtus@virtuskuwait.com.

With Regards,

Philip James,

Recruitment Co-ordinator

Leaders who love Scepter of Authority but don’t want towel for washing the feet.

In Luke chap 22:26Jesus teaches his disciples how humble they should be as leaders ‘’.., the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves’’ To demonstrates this to his disciples Bible says “ Jesus got up .. wrapped a towel around his waist … then he began washing his disciples’ feet Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, ..I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you.’’

Christmas Carol Rounds

Courtesy: Mr. Sam Wilson

Newsletter: December 2011

Parish Day celebration: Jeevan TV Video 3

Parish Day celebration: Jeevan TV Video 1

Parish Day telecast on Jeevan TV (Change in time)

Change in the telecasting time

Expect a change in the telecasting time of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish Day celebration.

Mar Thoma Church in Kuwait

Praise the lord. He is our God making wonders, happening impossible to possible.

This is with reference to the latest upload in ‘Markosevoice’ which is a surprise to happen in Kuwait and those who are aware to the reality in this country, it is something near to impossible that this government shall accept Christian communities and to fund each of them with about KD250K (approx. 4.7crores rupees) and planning to allot space for building their own churches. This was a prime subject in Kuwait Marthoma Parish prayers for last few years and our Heavenly Father has listen to our prayer and made the situation to force the authorities to take this decision, Halleluiah. If available information is correct 4 Churches in Kuwait has received the above funds into their bank accounts, those who were selected based on the number of members / period of existence in Kuwait.

Fasting prayer on Friday (02-12-2011)

Fasting prayer of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish will be held on Friday, 02nd Dec 2011 at Marina Hall, Abbasiya from 6.30am to 8.30am. The Word of God will be shared by a special guest from Kerala.

Vacancies

Company: KOC
Apply through Jerry Varghese.


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Meeting

Meeting of Kuwait Mar Thoma Prayer Group and Organisation representatives will be held on Wednesday, 30th Nov 2011 at United Indian School auditorium, Abbasiya at 7.30pm. All officials are requested to attend the meeting.

Glory of India Award

Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish Congratulate Mr. Mathews Mammen, Kaisthana Samithi member St. James PG, on receiving the prestigious Glory of India Award. This Award is arranged by India International Friendship Society(IIFS), New Delhi, an International Organization of global repute promotes Universal brotherhood and works for India’s development by campaigning for and mobilizing NRI and foreign investment in India.

This year’s Award presentation ceremony was held in Dubai on Friday the 18^th

November, 2011. About 100 Indian Diaspora from India, Middle East & other part of the world were honored during the event.

48th Parish Day

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Divine Worship service on Friday (25-11-2011)

News Courtesy: Mr. Sojan Abraham

The former Metropolitan of Malankara Orthodox church (Delhi diocese) His Grace Job mar Philoxenos has been promoted to glory

The former Metropolitan of Malankara Orthodox church (Delhi diocese) His Grace Job mar Philoxenos has been promoted to glory in this morning.

His Grace was born on 8 May 1939. His mother was a niece of HH Baselios Geevarghese II. His Grace belongs to the tradition of the Mount Tabor Ashram in Pathnapuram, Kerala. From his childhood days itself he was set on the path to holiness through the legacy of the great Church father His Holiness Baselios Geevarghese II.

Sunday School Talent Test Results

Nursery
Beginner

Primary I
Primary II
Primary III

Junior I
Junior II
Junior III

Intermediate I
Intermediate II
Intermediate III

Senior I
Senior II
Senior III

To download the result, choose appropriate class
O: Outstanding (only for memory verse & class test)
Ab: Absent

Fasting Prayer on Friday, Nov 18th

Fasting prayer of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish will be held on Friday,18th Nov 2011 at Marina Hall, Abbasiya from 6.30am to 8.30am.

Parish Day: Jeevan TV News

Kuwait Mar Thoma Song

Lyrics and Music: Mr. Vinod T Jacob

Courtesy: Mr. William Daniel

Courtesy: Mr. Sam Wilson

Parish Day: Kuwait Times Report

11-11-11: Parish Day Photos (Updated)

Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish celebrated its 48^th Parish Day on 11^th November 2011 from 3pm to 6pm at Marina Hall, Abbasiya. The meeting was chaired by Adv. John Thomas P, Vice President of the Parish.

Rev. Justin Devadasan, Vicar of the CSI Tamil Congregation inaugurated the function by lightening the traditional lamp. Renowned Evangelist Br. Paul Mahesh delivered the Parish Day message. Various dignitaries along with representatives of various Parish Organizations felicitated the Parish Day meeting.

Mr. Mathew Varghese, Parish Secretary, presented the annual programme report of the year . Top scorers of the Parish for the class 10th and 12^th, during the academic year 2010-11 were presented with trophies. Inter Prayer Group Quiz Competition winners were awarded with Rolling Trophies, individual trophies and certifcates. Adv. Jacob Varghese, served as the convener of the programme and led the prize distribution session.

Parish Choir and Mr. Jacob George rendered melodious songs to bless the occasion. More than 2500 members attended the function and Mr. M V Varghese, Mrs. Darly Varghese functioned as convener and Jt. Convener respectively for the Parish Day meeting. Mr. Jacob Thomas, Sunday school head master proposed the vote of thanks.

Talent Test: A word of gratitude

Dear Teachers & Parish members,

We Thank God for His wonderful provisions to make the ‘Talents 2011’ a great success. Let me take this opportunity to extend my sincere thanks to each one of you who contributed towards this success. More than 500 students participated in the event in 52 sessions and we were able to do it within the scheduled time ( 9:00 am – 2:00 pm) because of the collective efforts of all of you .

There were assignments to all the teachers and each one of you took the responsibility of being the teacher-in-charge for different sessions. Some of you took two or even three sessions - out of your interest or when a colleague failed to turn up. We appreciate your efforts.

Special Thanks to

Parish Day: 11-11-11 @ 2.30pm

Eminent personalities will be attending the 48th Parish day of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish, which will be held on 11th November 2011 at Marina Hall, Jleeb Al Shuyoukh from 2.45pm. Various committees in coordination with office bearers are working round the clock for the success of the celebration. Mr. M V Varghese is serving as the Gen. Convener of this program.

News on 10-11-2011

Former Kuwait labour Attache Mr. Cherian Thomas is Dead

The Consul General of India in Afghanistan, Cherian Thomas, died today while undergoing an operation for a blood clot at Mazar-e-Sharief. He was 56.

Thomas, posted recently, had a fall in the bathroom and was rushed to a hospital at Mazar-e-Sharief, family members said.

He breathed his last while undergoing an operation to remove a blood clot, they said.

His body will be brought to Delhi tomorrow and from there taken to Kerala for burial.

He is survived by his wife and two children. Thomas had a long tenure in the External Affairs Ministry and had served in New York, Kuwait, Kenya, Germany, Saudi Arabia and Kabul.

He was a former Kuwait Mar Thoma parish member, and currently a member of Dwaraka Mar Thoma Church, Delhi. His mother parish is Pallickal St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church.

Open Letter from a Parish member

This is an open letter from a parish member to our Metropolitan requesting him to understand the situation in Kuwait. Here the author is trying to clear the point of laity and the leadership. The views expressed in this letter is that of the author only.

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Condolence

Mr. M N Mathai(68) father of Mr. Santhosh Mathew, (Secretary Moriya PG) , Moothedathu , Eraviperoor, has been promoted to glory on wednesday, Nov. 9th morning. Funeral will be on Nov. 11th at Eraviperoor Mar Thoma Church at 2.30pm.
We the members of the Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish share our grief with family members on the sad demise of Mr. M N Mathai. We continue to pray that the Almighty Lord comfort and console the bereaved family in the days ahead.

Divine Worship Service on Friday (11-11-11)

Divine Worship Service of Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish will be held on Friday,11th Nov. 2011 at Marina Hall, Abbasiya from 6.30am to 8.30am. The word of God will be shared by Br. Paul Mahesh.

Condolence

Mr. M. I. George (63) ( Ahmadi Mar Thoma Parish Vice president), Mailanikkunnathil house, Nellimala P.O, Eraviperoor has been taken to Heavenly Abode on 08th Nov., 2011. The body will be kept at Al Sabah Hospital tomorrow (11-11-11) at 10:30 am to pay last respect and convey condolences.

We the members of the Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish share our grief with family members on the sad demise of Mr. M I George. We continue to pray that the Almighty Lord comfort and console the bereaved family in the days ahead.

Meeting on Tuesday

Meeting of Kuwait Mar Thoma Prayer Group and Organisation representatives will be held on Tuesday, 08th Nov 2011 at United Indian School auditorium, Abbasiya at 7.00pm. All officials are requested to attend the meeting.

Top Students Award 2011

Awards to the member's children, who are studying in Kuwait and have secured full mark in standard X and highest mark in XII (Science, Arts & Commerce streams) during the academic year 2010-11,will be distributed during the Edavaka Dinam, scheduled to be held on Friday, 11th November 2011 at Marina Hall, Kuwait.

Newsletter: November 2011

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