HG Dr.Geevarghese Mar Osthathios, Senior Metropolitan of the Malankara Orthodox Church, SabhaRatnam, angel of love, father of the down trodden, the voice of the marginalized, passed on to be with His Maker on February 16 2012 at around 8:20 pm at Parumala Hospital in Kerala.

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Santhula - A clinical and research center for Nuero-behavioral Science, Vadakara is a non profit charitable initiative of the Kandanad East Diocese of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church under the leadership of H.G. Dr. Thomas Mar Athanasius, Metropolitan, Kandanad (E) Diocese to address the growing concerns of nuero behavioral problems faced by people in a fast paced world.

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The St.Mary's Orthodox Church, Thiruvithamcode is the oldest church established by St. Thomas, the apostle of Christ in 63 AD. Catholicos of the East and Malankara Metropolitan H.H. Moran Mar Baselios Mar Thoma Didymos I, proclaimed the church as an international St. Thomas pilgrim centre on December 16, 2007. The church is also known as Thiruvithamcode Arapally.

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The caretaker at St.Mary's Orthodox Church, Thiruvithamcode explains why the church is called Arapally. The St.Mary's Orthodox Church, Thiruvithamcode is the oldest church established by St. Thomas, the apostle of Christ in 63 AD. Catholicos of the East and Malankara Metropolitan H.H. Moran Mar Baselios Mar Thoma Didymos I, proclaimed the church as an international St. Thomas pilgrim centre on December 16, 2007. The church is also known as Thiruvithamcode Arapally.

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Sabharathnam H.G. Geevarghese Mar Osthathios Thirumeni is one of the greatest living assets of IOC and has been the torch bearer of IOC's reachout initiatives. He is equally accepted across religions as the champion of social justice. Thirumeni is the founder of the mission training center of IOC. To spread his visions, H.G. Zacharia Mar Aprem, Metropolitan, Diocese of Adoor-Kadampanad Diocese of Malankara Orthodox Church presents his thoughts on the Visions Of Sabharathnam H.G. Geevarghese Mar Osthathios in a seminar conducted by NAMS (National Association of Mission Studies) at Kurishupally, Kottayam.

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To cultivate the culture of sharing and to enhance the understanding of the Mission activities of the Malankara Orthodox Church, National Association of Mission Studies (NAMS) was formed under the leadership of Sabharathnam H.G. Geevarghese Mar Osthathios Thirumeni on 28th December 1984. In this video, Prof. K.C. Mani talks briefly about NAMS at Kurishupally, Kottayam.

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The keys to the second house built at Idukki as part of the ICON Charities ROOF project was handed over to Kochukunju, the head of the family on Oct 21, 2010 at Idukki. The keys were handed over by Rev. Fr. Kuriakose Varghese. The prayers were led by Fr. Fr. K. T. Jacob. The event was attended by ICON Charities volunteers and well wishers of GRACE social service society.

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Pulse of Idukki @ 2010 is an Interview with H.G. Mathews Mar Theodosios, Metropolitan, Idukki Diocese. Thirumeni took charge of Idukki in 2009. The interview is an attempt to educate the people about the facts of Idukki. On one hand, Idukki is a very beautiful place, and on the other hand, Idukki is one of financially backward places in Kerala.

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REAP 2009 Scholarships were distribution to 114 students on February 10, 2010 at Gathesemon Aramana, Idukki, Kerala, India in a very simple function. As part of REAP 2009, a total of INR 5,27,585 was distributed to students from financially backward families to realize their dream of higher education. The function was led by H. G. Mathews Mar Theodosius, Metropolitan of Idukki diocese. The key note speech was delivered by Dr. George Joseph (Association Secretary). The scholarships were distributed by H. G. Mathews Mar Theodosius, Very Rev. Fr. Yohannan Sankarathil Cor-episcopa (NY), Rev. Fr. Sam Mathew (Austin, TX), Rev. Fr. Solomon OIC (Kunnamkulam).

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Glimpses of the Parumala Perunal at the Old Parumala Church. The Holy Qurbana was celebrated by HH Baselios Marthoma Mathews II, the Catholicos of the East. The Perunal is celebrated on Nov 2nd every year and is attended by thousands of faithful.

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His Holiness Moran Mar Baselios Didymos I, Catholicos of the East and Malankara Metropolitan, the Supreme Head of the Indian Orthodox Church blesses the people at Kurishupally, Kottayam on Oct 22, 2010 as part of the prayers of dedicating the relics of St.Gregorios of Parumala. His Holiness Moran Mar Baselios Didymos I celebrates his 90th birthday on Oct 29, 2010.

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The Malankara Orthodox church plans to build a museum at Parumala Seminary in honor of Parumala thirumeni celebrating thirumeni's life. Very Rev. Fr. M.D. Yuhanon Ramban, Manager, Parumala Seminary talks about the plans for museum which is planned to be completed in a years time. The plan has been approved by the Holy Synod of Malankara Orthodox Church.

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DOSTI³ (Dream of School through Inform, Involve, Inspire) is a community development project, aimed at providing quality education to financially backward children. The project provides financial assistance to these underprivileged children as well as helps fund the target schools where these children are likely to attend. DOSTI³ 2009 is the second pilot program for the DOSTI³ project. The DOSTI3 education assistance was handed over to 105 students on November 27, 2009 in a function held at MGM School, Chettukuzhy, Idukki, kerala. The books purchased for the school library was also handed over to the school authorities on the same day.

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REAP 2009 Scholarships were distribution to 114 students on February 10, 2010 at Gathesemon Aramana, Idukki in a very simple function. This year, a total of INR 5,27,585 was distributed to students from financially backward families to realize their dream of higher education. The function was led by H. G. Mathews Mar Theodosius, Metropolitan of Idukki diocese. The key note speech was delivered by Dr. George Joseph (Association Secretary). The scholarships was distributed by H. G. Mathews Mar Theodosius, Rev. Fr. Yohannan Sankarathil (NY), Rev. Fr. Sam Mathew (Austin, TX), Rev. Fr. Solomon OIC (Kunnamkulam). For more info, please visit REAP 2009 project page

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ICON Charities Micro finance grants were distributed on February 10, 2010 at Gathesemon Aramana, Idukki. H. G. Mathews Mar Theodosius, Metropolitan of Idukki diocese inaugurated the function. The grants (Medical Assistance - Rs. 50,000; Marriage Assistance - Rs. 25,000; Financing Livestock - Rs. 40,000; Home Building Assistance - Rs. 100,000 and Home Completion Grant - Rs. 68,000) were distributed by Dr. George Joseph (Association Secretary), Rev. Fr. Yohannan Sankarathil (NY), Rev. Fr. Sam Mathew (Austin, TX), Rev. Fr. Solomon OIC (Kunnamkulam), Koshy V George (Manager, Federal Bank), Rev. Fr. George Varghese (Diocese Secretary) and Rev. Fr. P. M. Thomas (Idukki Diocese Vaidikasangam Secretary).

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ICON Charities 2009 Charity Distribution Function was held on February 10, 2010 at Gathesemon Aramana, Idukki. The chief guest for the function was H. G. Mathews Mar Theodosius, Metropolitan of Idukki diocese. The function was inaugurated by H. G. Mathews Mar Theodosius, Very Rev. Fr. Yohannan Sankarathil Corepiscopa (NY) and Dr. George Joseph (Association Secretary). REAP 2009 Scholarships and Micro finance grants (Medical Assistance, Marriage Assistance, Financing Livestock, House Building Assistance and House Completion Grant) were distributed by H. G. Mathews Mar Theodosius, Dr. George Joseph (Sabha Secretary), Rev. Fr. Yohannan Sankarathil (NY), Rev. Fr. Sam Mathew (Austin, TX), Rev. Fr. Solomon OIC (Kunnamkulam), Koshy V George (Manager, Federal Bank), Rev. Fr. George Varghese (Idukki Diocese Secretary) and Rev. Fr. P. M. Thomas (Idukki Diocese Vaidikasangam Secretary). The meeting was also addressed by Mrs. Mariamma Elias (Balasamajam Secretary). Rev. Fr. K.T. Jacob (Grace Secretary) presented the welcome speech and Rev. Fr. Kuriakose Varghese (Grace Director) presented the vote of thanks. The function was attended by many ICON and Grace Charities well wishers including students and parents.

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The REAP project was introduced to reach out to the students from financially backward families to help them realize their dream of higher education. As part of this project we have always tried to understand the realities and the circumstances that the student lives. To help us better understand the realities, we would like to take you to the houses of some of the students that we try to help. In spite of their living conditions, they have dared to dream and we can help them achieve their dream. For more info, please visit REAP 2009 project page

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The DOSTI-3 2009 Tuition Assistance and Library books were distributed to the school on Nov 27, 2009 at MGM School, Idukki by Rev. Zakariah Remban. DOSTI3 (Dream of School through Inform, Involve, Inspire) is a community development project, aimed at providing quality education to financially backward children. The project provides financial assistance to these underprivileged children as well as helps fund the target schools where these children are likely to attend. For more info, please visit Dosti project page

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The intercession of Parumala thirumeni continues to reach thousands through the reaching hand of Parumala church. The interview with Very Rev. Fr. M.D. Yuhanon Ramban, Manager, Parumala Seminary captures some of the highlights of the charity initiatives currently undertaken by the church. In addition to the charity projects, there are additional initiatives such as counseling to help people by highly capable priests such as Rev. Fr. O. Thomas and others.
Note: The interview was recorded during November 2008 with Rev. Fr. M.D. John. (now Very Rev.Fr.M.D.Yuhanon Ramban)

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In an exclusive interview with ICON, H.G. Dr. Thomas Mar Athanasius, Metropolitan, Kandanad (E) Diocese, Malankara Orthodox Church talks about the multi track approach followed in Kandanad (E) diocese in helping the needy. Thirumeni is a great scholar and an inspiring speaker in addition to the charity initiatives that he undertakes in helping people.

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February 2nd marks the anniversary of H.G. Pathrose Mar Osthathios, the founder of The Servants of the Cross, and the former Bishop of Malabar Diocese. (June 20, 1886 - February 2, 1968) He established 'The Servents Of The Cross' for the upliftment of separated and alienated classes in the society. In addition to his contributions on the social front, he made significant contributions on the spiritual front. He was the first person to translate the Holy Qurbana, Taksas, Promiyon and other prayers for Holy Services from Syriac to Malayalam. On 15th May 1953, he was ordained as a Bishop and appointed as the Metropolitan of Malabar Diocese. On 2nd February 1968, he entered eternal rest and was laid to rest at Carmel Dayara, Kandanad.
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