News Letter April-June-2015 - St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church

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News Letter April-June-2015 - St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church
From the Vicar's Desk......
Dearly beloved in Christ,
The observance of lent followed by the remembrance of passion, death and
resurrection of Christ are important events of the Church which make all of
us go through different religious experiences. These are the days of
transformation both individually and collectively. The temptations of Jesus
Christ mentioned in Mt. 4: 1-11 remind us that before public ministry, Jesus
had to explicitly affirm his ability to say 'no' to many things. Being part of the
society and as active members of public life we are also challenged to say no
to many things which tempt us to get away from our life goals. Acquiring
inner strength to say 'no' is expected from the observance of lent which
even prepared Jesus for the cross. Negation sometimes brings hazards in
our life but with a hope in Christ we need to move on and that is the basis of
resurrection. May God enable us all to have a meaningful life with a hope in
resurrection.
May 1st is workers day, a day for remembering the need to affirm basic
rights to all. The freedom to experience liberty, fraternity and equality
becomes a right and we all are required to experience the same and extend
the same to others. The day of Pentecost falls on 24 May highlighting the
importance of having community living experiences with the help of Holy
Spirit which enables us to transcend the barriers of divisions. June 14 is
ecological Sunday which brings the message of leading an eco-friendly life
for the wellbeing of generations. It highlights the need to develop a
spirituality that will challenge us to take care of the entire creation of God.
Identity affirmation with the help of religious affiliation is a serious matter of
today. Communal clashes and ethnic rivalries are creating tensions
between different communities all over the world. Innocent blood is shed in
the name of religion. Christianity has always been a persecuted community
and the same is continuing now in different parts of the world. The main
early centers of Antiochian Christians are being attacked or demolished.
Bishops, priests and faithful members are the victims of these attacks. It is in
fact frustrating. Is there any alternative reply for such cruel acts of
fundamentalists? I consider this as an opportunity to exhibit Christian
witness to the world. Christianity has been carrying the guilty
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consciousness of its colonial allegiance for long. We knowingly or
unknowingly expect the support of state for all our endeavours. The time
has come for Christians to live a subaltern life without the support of State.
Inability, vulnerability and weakness are becoming mark of Christian life
now. By expressing solidarity with the weak and the vulnerable let us find
strength in God and that can be a positive aspect of persecution.
The office bearers and the executive committee for the year 2015-16 have
been elected. I congratulate them and encourage them to work for both the
spiritual and physical wellbeing of this parish. I also express my heartfelt
gratitude to all the office bearers and the executive committee members
who worked with me for the last three years. Words cannot explain how I
have enjoyed your co-operation and fellowship! May your goodness be
rewarded. All the office bearers and committee members of different
organizations of our Church deserve my appreciation. Your support made
many things possible.
As you all know I have been transferred to Noida Immanuel Mar Thoma
Church from May 2015. We as a family are grateful to you all for making our
ministry and stay in Gurgaon a memorable one. Life has got its ups and
downs and I thank you for your love and support at all times. May we learn
from our experiences so that we can all live meaningfully by loving and
helping those around us. Let us realise Gods purpose in our lives and live
accordingly so that we can be a blessing to generations. Rev Saji Thomas
who is at present serving in Sehion Mar Thoma Church, Dallas, US, is
replacing me. I pray that Achen's service and stay along with Tilu
Kochemma and two sons Joel and Philip will be a blessing for all. I urge you
to extend your whole hearted support to achen and family.
“Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice, set things right, be encouraged, agree
with one another, live in peace, and the God of love and peace will be with
you.” 2 Corinthians 13:11
May God bless us all.
With Prayers,
Rev. Dr. Abraham Mathew
Vicar
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ORGANIZATIONAL PROGRAMMES
24th May : Pentecost/ DSMC Sunday
31st May : Trinity Sunday
Sunday School
June-2015
Every Sunday after worship service.
7th June : Students Day
14th June : Ecological Sunday
Yuvajana Sakhyam
Every Sunday after worship service.
BIRTHDAY GREETINGS
Choir
We Give Thanks To You, O God; We Give Thanks; Your Name Is Near. People Tell
Of Your Wondrous Deeds; Psalm 75:1
Gurgaon St. Thomas Family praises God & Wishes You a very Happy Birthday
Choir practice is scheduled on every Saturday 7.30 pm in the Church.
Key Board Classes
Every Saturday 5:00 pm onwards.
April-2015
Sevika Sanghom Meetings
05Mr. Aji Joy
07 Kmri. Hannah Mariam Binu, D/o Mr. Binu Babu
10 Mrs. Annamma Philipose W/o Mr. John Philipose
10 Mr. Sunil Nair
11 Mr. Bijo Thomas
13 Kmri Diva Shibu, D/o Mr. Shibu Varghese
13 Mr. Peney Abraham
14 Mr. Shaji Abraham
14 Mrs. Sosamma John, W/o Mr. K. John
15 Mr. Abraham Cherian
15 Mrs. Bincy Philip, W/o Mr. Philip K. Varkey
16 Mr. Tony Koshy
16 Mr. Prasad C. P
21 Mr. Tojo Benjamin
21 Mrs. Saramma Menon
23 Mr. Varughese M Mathew
24 Mr. Girish George
25 Kmri. Feba Prasad, D/o Mr. Prasad C.P
26 Mr. Shibu Varghese
27 Mrs. Valsala Sunil, W/o Mr. Sunil Nair
28 Kmri. Ruby Varghese, D/o Mr. M. V. Varghese
28 Mr. Alexander .B
Every Sunday after worship service.
Edavaka Area Prayer Meetings
Every Sunday at 5.00 pm as per schedule in the Parish News Letter.
Edavaka Mission Fasting Prayer
Every Friday at 8.00 pm as per the schedule in the Parish News Letter.
Office Bearers Meeting
Every First Saturday at 7.00 pm at Parsonage
IMPORTANT CHURCH DAYS
April-2015
2nd April
3rd April
5th April
11th April
11th April
14th April
19th April
:
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:
Maundy Thursday
Good Friday
Easter
Sevika Sanghom Centre Meeting
Sunday School Centre Competition
Centre clergy meeting
Sunday School Anniversary
May-2015
1st May
3rd May
May 2015
: International Workers Day
: Bhoobhavana Danam Day
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05 Mrs. Jessy John, W/o Mr. John Jacob
09 Mrs. Vini Sanosh, W/o Mr. Sanosh Mathew
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09 Mr. Joseph Benjamin
09 Kmri. Anu Rebacca John, D/o Mr. John K.
09 Mstr. Ivan Abraham Shaji, S/o Mr. Shaji Abraham
09 Mrs. Anita Alexander, W/o Mr. J. P. Alexander
10 Mr. Romi .T.Samuel
10 Mrs. Sindhu. C. Jacob, W/o Mr. Crise Jacob
10 Mr. J.P. Alexander
13 Mrs. Mariam Joseph, W/o Mr. Joseph Mathew
15 Mr. Sabumon. S.
17 Mr. Bobby A. Philips, S/o Mr. John Philipose
17 Kmri. Jeena Mariam Sunny, D/o Mr. Sunny Markose
19 Mrs. Reena Varghese, W/o Mr. Varghese M.V.
20 Mr. Mathew P.M.
20 Mr. Varghese M.V.
21 Mr. George Jacob
21 Mr. Jaison George
22 Mr. Philip K.
25 Mrs. Valsa Mathew, S/o Mr. K.Mathew
25 Mr. Mathew Varghese
25 Mrs. Moncey Prasad, W/o Mr. Prasad C.P.
25 Mr. Sunil Thomas
26 Mrs. Annamma Jose
26 Mrs. Reena Aji, W/o M.r Aji Joy
26 Mstr. Adarsh Varghese Abraham, S/o Mr. Anupam Abraham Varghese
27 Mr. K.P.V. Babu
28 Mrs. Jolly Sunny
29 Kmri. Krupa Susan Varghese, D/o Geevarghese Thomas
30 Mr. John K.
31 Mr. A.C. Rajan
June 2015
01 Mr. T.K. Samuelkutty
02 Mrs. Lincy Johny, W/o Johny Samuel
03 Mrs. Santamma George
03 Kmri. Febi Prasad, W/o Mr. Prasad.C.P.
04 Kmri. Jincy Mariam Sunny, D/o Mr. Sunny Markose
05 Mr. Reni Cherian
05 Mr. Vinod Joseph
06 Mstr. Nikhil V.Mathew, S/o Mr. Mathew Varghese
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11 Mrs. Reena Biju, W/o Mr. P.T.Biju
16 Mstr. Aryan Gautam, S/o Mr. Prakash Gautam
19 Mrs. Supriya Jacob, W/o Mr. Girish George
19 Mstr. Jais G.George, S/o Mr. Jose George
21 Mr. Minoo Varghese
22 Mr. Johny Samuel .K
24 Mr. Jenson P. Jose
24 Kmri. Sandra Ann Sunil, D/o Mr. Sunil B. Mathew
24 Kmri. Aksa Abraham, D/o Mr. Peney Abraham
25 Mrs. Sally Babu
29 Mr. Vineet Mathew, S/o Mr. Joseph Mathew
Wedding Anniversary
April-2015
10 Mrs. & Mr. Aji Joy
17 Mrs. & Mr. Jose George
23 Mrs. & Mr. J. P. Alexander
25 Mrs. & Mr. Saju George
27 Mrs. & Mr. Varghese.M.Mathew
27 Mrs. & Mr. Alex C. Varghese
28 Mrs. & Mr. Robin.K.Mathew
29 Mrs. & Mr. Ben Samuel
29 Mrs. & Mr. Peney Abraham
30 Mrs. & Mr. Joseph Benjamin
May- 2015
05 Mrs. & Mr. John K
07 Mrs. & Mr. Mathew Varghese
08 Mrs. & M.r Joseph Varghese
12 Mrs. & Mr. Tojo Benjamin
12 Mrs. & Mr. Sunil B. Mathew
14 Mrs. & Mr. Allen John
16 Mrs. & Mr. Philip.K
20 Mrs. & Mr. Babu K.C
25 Mrs. & Mr. Abraham P.T.
30 Mrs. & Mr. Rajan A. C
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WORSHIP SERVICES
June 2015
03 Mrs. & Mr. Sunil Thomas
06 Mrs. & Mr. Jacob Simon
07 Mrs. & Mr. Joseph Mathew
15 Mrs. & Mr. Prakash Gautam
25 Mrs. & Mr. Vinod Joseph
APRIL-2015
New Members
Mr Binoy Varghese, Mrs Rency Joseph, Kmri Abigail Susan Binoy &Kmri
Annette Susan Binoy, B2 -202, Vedic Appt., Kappashera. Ph no. 08800768891
Mother Parish Salem MTC, Edanad, Chengannur.
A warm welcome to Gurgaon St. Thomas family
Wedding Bells
The marriage of Sabu Mon S. and Sinu P. Chacko took place at Salem MTC,
Chachipunna on 9 February, 2015.
Gurgaon St. Thomas family congratulate them and pray that their unison
will be a blessing to all.
Date/Time
1st Lesson/Read By
2nd Lesson/Read By
Message By
02/04/2015
Maundy
Thursday
7.30 pm
Mr. Prasad C P
Exo 12: 1-17
Mrs. Moncey Prasad
Hebrews 9: 1-15
Rev. Blysu Varghese
03/04/2015
Good Friday
st
1 Service
9.00 am
Mr. John Philipose
Isiah 53: 1-12
Mrs. Annamma Philipose
1Peter. 1: 1-25
Mr. Joby John Philip
03/04/2015
nd
2 Service
Mr Joseph Varghese
Zech. 13: 1-9
Mrs Reena Varghese
Gal. 3: 1-22
03/04/2015
3rd Service
Mr Sam B Samuel
Numbers. 21: 1-9
Mrs Jween Samuel
Hebrews. 3: 1-19
Rev. Dr. Abraham
Mathew
05/04/2015
6.30 am
Mr Joseph Mathew
Exo.14:15-31
Mrs Mariam Joseph
Col.3:1-11
Rev. P. Mathew
12/04/2015
8.30 am
Dr. V T Mathew
Gen.32:22-32
Mrs Elizabeth Mathew
Acts 9:1-18
19/04/2015
8.30 am
Mr Varghese M. Mathew
Ruth 2:1-18
Mrs Kumari Varghese
Acts 19:36-43
Rev. Dr. Abraham
Mathew
26/04/2015
8.30 am
Mstr Bijin Abraham
Isaiah25:1-9
Kmri Namita Abraham
Acts 4:32-37
Rev. Dr. Abraham
Mathew
MAY-2015
03/05/2015
8.30 am
Mr Geevarghese Thomas
2Kings4:27-37
Mrs Valsa Geevarghese
Acts 26:12-23
Rev
10/05/2015
8.30 am
Mr Alan John
Ezek.34:15-24
Mrs Sonia Alan
1Peter 2:1-10
Rev. Saji Thomas
17/05/2015
8.30 am
Mr Manoj Abraham
Isaiah40:25-31
Mrs Jaisy Manoj
Acts 1:1-11
Rev. Saji Thomas
Mr Bijoy Babu
Ezek.37:1-14
Ms Rajeena Babu
Acts 2:1-13
Rev. Saji Thomas
Gurgaon St. Thomas family congratulate the proud parents and continue
to uphold them in prayers.
24/05/2015
8.30 am
31/05/2015
Common Worship
Change of Address
07/06/2015
8.30 am
Mr Bijo Thomas
1Kings3:6-18
Mrs Elizabeth Bijo
James 1:1-8
Rev. Saji Thomas
14/06/2015
8.30 am
Mr Sony Sunny George
Prov.8:22-31
Mrs Tina Sony
Rev.21:1-8
Rev. Saji Thomas
21/06/2015
8.30 am
Mr Shibu Varghese
Isa.6:1-8
Mrs Nisha Shibu
1John 5:1-12
Rev. Saji Thomas
28/06/2014
8.30 am
Mr Jenson Jose
Daniel 6:11-23
Ms Jessin Jose
Heb. 11:23-40
Rev. Saji Thomas
New Born
A baby boy was born to Mr Sony Sunny George and Mrs Tina Sony of Sohna
Road Prayergroup.
JUNE-2015
Mr. Tony Koshy, 453/11, Ratan Garden, Sector 7, Behind Aryan Hospital,
Gurgaon.
Mr. Shibu Varghese, E-G06, Mahindra Aura, Sector 110A, New Palam Vihar,
Gurgaon.
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EDAVAKA AREA PRAYER
EDAVAKA MISSION FRIDAY FASTING PRAYER
April-2015
April-2015
10th April-2015 8.00 pm
Mr. Jaison Mathew, 115/6 Jacobpura, Old Railway Road.
Ph. No 9953839723
19th April-2015 5.00 pm City Area
Mr. Jacob Verghese, 415, Sector 7, Gurgaon.
Ph. No 9811510098
May-2015
10th May-2015 5.00 pm Maruti Vihar Area
Mr. Oommen Chandy, E-704, Power Grid Colony, Sector 43, Gurgaon.
Ph. No 9717697100
17th May-2015 5.00 pm City Area
Mr. John Philipose, H.No 371, Housing Board Colony, Sector 7, Gurgaon.
Ph. No 9891987133
17th May-2015, 7.00 pm Medicity
24th May-2015 5.00 pm City Area
Mr. Abraham P.T, 96/9, Shivpuri, Gurgaon. Ph. No 9899718747
June-2015
17th April-2015 8.00 pm
Mr. Joseph Mathew, 156/17 (Old), 922 (New), Gali No.1, Om Nagar-Raj Nagar
Link Road, Khadsa Road, Gurgaon, Ph. No. 8130346825
24th April-2015 8.00 pm
Mr. Prasad C. P, 380/7, Pratap Nagar, Gurgaon, Ph. No. 9717730745
May-2015
08th May 2015 8.00 pm
Mr. Joseph Benjamin, 401-P, Sector 12A. Ph. No 9818984479
15th May-2015 8.00 pm
Mr. Jacob Simon , 196/9, Shivpuri, Gurgaon. Ph. No 9811809351
June-2015
07th June-2015 5.00 pm Sohna Area
Mr. Varghese M. Mathew, W-151(GF) Uppal Southend, Sohna Road.
Ph. No 9873919259
07th June-2015 7.00 pm Medicity
14th June-2015 5.00 pm Maruti Vihar Area
Dr. V. T Mathew, 1560, Maruti Vihar, Ph. No 9711003978
28th June-2015 5.00 pm Kapashera Area
Mr. Binoy Vargese, B2 -202, Vedic Appt., Kappashera
26th June-2015 8.00 pm
Mr. Abraham P. T, 96/9, Shivpuri, Gurgaon, Ph. No. 9899718747
Medicity Worship Service
25th April-2015 Saturday at 5.00 pm
YUVAJANA SAKHYAM COTTAGE PRAYERS
30th May-2015 Saturday at 5.00 pm
May-2015
27th June-2015 Saturday at 5.00 pm
23rd May-2015
Miss. Jafty Elizabeth Varghese, W-151 (GF), Uppal Southend, Sohna Road
June-2015
20th June- 2015
Mr. Nikhil Mathew, 201A/18, Laxmi Garden, Gurgaon
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Mother Teresa
Kids' Zone - The Lion and the Mouse
John T Mathew, Marutivihar
Mother Teresa is in controversy now. The controversy
was initiated by Mohan Madhukar Bhagawat, the
Sarsanghchalak of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.
This made me to read about mother again. Mother
Teresa (original name was Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu),
born on August 27, 1910 in Skopje,Macedonia, was the
youngest of the children born to Nikola(a successful
merchant) and Drane Bojaxhiu. Gonxha's religious
formation was further assisted by the vibrant Jesuit
parish of the Sacred Heart in which she was much
involved. At the age of 12, she decided to be a
missionary and spread the love of Christ; at 18 years she
left her parental home in Skopje and joined the Sisters of
Loreto, an Irish community of nuns with missions in
India-where she was called “Sister Mary Teresa” after St. Thérèse of Lisieux. After
two years of her arrival to India, she took her initial vows as a nun on May 24, 1931.
From 1931 to 1948, she taught (Geography and Catechism) at St. Mary's High
School in Calcutta. On 24 May 1937, she had her Final Profession of Vows to
committing to “The Lord”. From that time on she was called Mother Teresa.
Prayerful and lovable towards her fellow sisters and students, Mother Teresa's
twenty years in Loreto were filled with profound happiness. Noted for her charity,
unselfishness and courage, her capacity for hard work and natural talent for
organization, she lived out her consecration to “The Lord”, in the midst of her
companions, with fidelity and joy. Let us recall few line she said about herself;
“By blood, I am Albanian. By citizenship, an Indian. By faith, I am a Catholic nun. As
to my calling, I belong to the world. As to my heart, I belong entirely to the Heart of
Jesus.”
“God still loves the world and He sends you and me to be His love and His
compassion to the poor.”
She was a soul filled with the light of Christ, on fire with love for Him and burning
with one desire: “to quench His thirst for love and for souls.”
On March 13, 1997 Mother Teresa stepped down as the head of Missionaries of
Charity. Mother Teresa's earthly life came to an end on 5th September'97.
Responding to the recent criticisms against Mother Teresa Sunita Kumar,
who worked very close to mother for three decades says;
“Mother as a person or the Missionaries of Charity as an organization never
distinguished on the basis of religion,” She continues saying, “Mother had
once told us when you get criticized know that you are walking the right
path, and she prayed for him,”
I would like to end my random thoughts with one of her quotes;
“If you judge people, you have no time to love them.”
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Once when a Lion was asleep, a
little Mouse began running up
and down upon him. This soon
wakened the Lion, who placed
his huge paw upon him and
opened his big jaws to swallow
him.
"Pardon, O King!" cried the little
Mouse, "Forgive me this time. I
shall never repeat it and I shall
never forget your kindness. And
who knows, but I may be able to do you a good turn one of these days?"
The Lion was so tickled at the idea of the Mouse being able to help him,
that he lifted up his paw and let him go.
Sometime later a few hunters
captured the King and tied him to
a tree while they went in search
of a wagon to carry him on.
Just then the little Mouse
happened to pass by, and seeing
the sad plight in which the Lion
was, ran up to him and soon
gnawed away the ropes that
bound the King of the Beasts.
"Was I not right?" said the little Mouse, very happy to help the Lion.
MORAL: Little friends may prove great friends.
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The following are the essays which won first prize in the Sunday school
competition held for Intermediate, Senior and Young adult classes.
TOPIC - VALUES TO BE UPHELD BY A TRUE CHRISTIAN
By Angelene Susan Thomas
(Intermediate)
What do you mean by a true Christian? What are the qualities a true Christian should
have? Are there any specific ones?
Yes, a true Christian must follow some rules and regulations. There are some values
which should be adopted by every Christian.
Some of them are, that a true Christian must have faith in God and must rely on him
when they are in trouble or else they will have to face many trials in life. A Christian
should have the discipline of life and should have the courage to accept God as their
saviour almighty.
A Christian must have compassion. We can take the example of Mother Teresa who
was inspired by the gospel and came to India to treat leprosy patients and help the
poor and needy. A true Christian must also love and care for others just like Ruth, a life
redeemer who gave back Naomi her son.
A Christian must have a forgiving nature because God also forgives our sins. We can
take the example of the prodigal son who realized his mistake and returned to his
father's house to ask for mercy and pardon, and his father forgave him. A true
Christian must be just always. We can take the example of Zaccheus who once had a
lot of money but after he saw Jesus he gave all his money to the people he had
cheated.
A true Christian should always be obedient to God and ready to take up the cross and
follow Jesus. A Christian must be faithful like Paul who overcame all his trials with faith
in God. A true Christian must have a strong bond with Christ. We have to trust in God.
A true Christian must pray regularly. But prayer doesn't mean putting a list of requests
in front of God. God knows our every desire because it is he who puts those desires in
us. A true Christian must be regular in attending church services and taking part in the
Holy Communion. A Christian must always stand up for their rights and the rights of
others.
Hence, I feel that we as Christians should improve ourselves with these values.
TOPIC - CHRISTIAN FAMILY : YEAST IN THE WORLD
By Arpita Rachel Abraham (Senior)
A candle is meaningless without a flame, an apple is meaningless without a core,
chocolate is incomplete without a taste, perfume is useless without an odour and
bread is incomplete without yeast. In the same way the world is meaningless without
Christian families.
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But why are Christians considered so essential for the world? What makes them
different from everyone else? Is it our looks, our deeds, our commitment? Well,
according to me it is our values and fear of God.
Christians are expected to live a life pleasing to God. Christian families should be
praying regularly, reading the bible and keeping good values. They should be an
example to their neighbours, their country and the whole world. They should sow the
seeds of kindness, compassion, faith, love, etc.
In reality are we really having all the above characteristics as Christians or are we just
Christians for name's sake? If we are namesake Christians, I would suggest that we
start working on improving these qualities because god created us to establish the
kingdom of God on earth. God expects us to be yeast in the world.
Out of all things in the world why should we be like yeast? Well it's because of the
properties of yeast. Yeast is a unicellular organism which multiplies through budding.
In the same way we need to spread the love of God, thus multiply it. We need to share
the word of God and the values that Jesus has taught us with everyone. Though we
are small in number we have to make a big difference. A little yeast makes the food
fluffy and soft. In the same way, we as Christians need to get rid of tough hard evils and
bring goodness and softness into the world. We need to act as carriers of love in the
world. Yeast makes the food taste great. In the same way Christians need to make the
world a better place by our presence. A place where one can live happily without
hatred.
So may our families become like yeast. Let us take pledge to follow the path of God to
make our earth a better and wonderful place to live in.
TOPIC - CHRISTIAN RESPONSE TO MODERN TRENDS
By Dhanya Mary Biju (Young adult)
Today's world has many modern trends. These trends vary from place to place. We
can observe some of these trends in a person through their dressing style, talking
style and other behaviours. We can see people following different trends in different
places. Some of these trends can be dangerous.
It is very important to know the Christian response to these trends. The Christian
response should be formed very carefully. There are many Christians who accept
these trends along with the society. They try to be like others by following these trends
and fashions. Many Christians do not analyse these trends and see whether they are
compromising with their values. True Christians however do not give up their faith for
the sake of new fashions and trends. They try to maintain their own trends which are
based on their faith in God.
What I am trying to say is that we should always try to be our own self and should not
go after modern trends which take us away from God. Let us be true Christians who
are not attracted by modern trends but have strong values.
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Office Bearers of Organizations 2015-16
Kaisthana Samithi Members for the Year 2015-2016
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Vice-President
Mr. T. K. Samuelkutty
Secretary
Mr. C. P. Prasad
Treasurer
Mr. John Philipose
Accountant
Mr. Sunil Thomas
Lay leaders
Mr. Mathew K
Headmistress
Mrs. Annamma Mathew
Secretary
Mr. Bijo Thomas
Treasurer
Mrs. Sindhu Crise
Church Committee representative
Mrs. Anju Annie Joseph
Auditor
Mrs Jolly Rachel Das
Mr. Jacob Varghese
YUVAJANA SAKHYAM
AREA REPRESENTATIVES
Kapashera- Mahipalpur Area
Mr. Shiju Thomas Mathew
City Area
Mr. Jaison Mathew
Mrs. Moncey Prasad
Maruti Vihar Area
Dr. V. T. Mathew
Sohna Road Area
Mr. Crise Jacob
Vice President
Mr. Sanosh Mathew
Secretary
Mr. Sajin Samuel
Joint Secretary
Mr. Nikhil Mathew
Trustee
Mr. Jessin Jose
Representative to the Church Committee
Miss. Jaftey E. Mathew
Representative to Centre
Miss. Rejeena Babu
Mr. K. J. Thomas
Mr. Jaftey E. Mathew &
ORGANISATION REPRESENTATIVES
Sevika Sangham
Mrs. Lillykutty Mathew
Yuvajana Sakhyam
Ms. Jafty . E. Mathew
Choir
Mr. Tojo Benjamin
Edavaka Mission
Mr. Aji Joy
Sunday School
Mrs. Anju Annie Joseph
Auditors
Mr. Joseph Varghese
Mr. Bejoy Babu
Auditor
SEVIKA SANGHOM
Mr. Anupam Varghese
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Mr. Jacob Verghese
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Vice President
Mrs. Neena Varughese
Secretary
Mrs. Lillikutty Mathew
Tresurer
Mrs. Sheela Samuel
Representative to Centre
Mrs. Viji Abraham
Swach our Swasth Sevika Co-ordinator
Mrs. Annamma Philipose
Auditor
Mrs. Lovelen Sunil
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