San Francisco MTC

EPISCOPAL VISIT
Mar Thoma Church Of San Francisco Bay Area – 2012
Our Diocesan Bishop Rt. Rev. Dr. Geevarghese Mar Theodosius visited the parish from September29, 2012 –to October 3, 2012.

On September 30st, Thirumeni celebrated the Holy Communion Service along with vicar Rev. Viji T. Kurikesu, at the Church in Livermore. Eleven children participated in the Holy Communion for the first time. Thirumeni gave an inspiring sermon in relation to the Sacrament of Confession.

Thirumeni distributed Bible and certificates to the First Communicants.

Thirumeni gave away prizes to the Sunday School children who achieved a distinction score in the Diocesan Examination.

After the benediction and Kaimuthu, there was a fellowship at the Social Hall where Tirumeni could interact with the members of the Parish. The after service refreshment was hosted by the parents of the First Communicants.
Later Thirumeni met with the Executive Committee members of the church and discussed the upcoming programs and other activities of the Church.

On Monday (10/1/2012), Thirumeni held a teleconference with the committee members of the Mar Thoma Development Center. It started with a prayer and Anita Sujit summarized the minutes of the last few meetings. Biju Abraham shared the feedback that the team has been receiving from various parishes in US through the Mar Thoma Development Center website. Based on this feedback Thirumeni recommended several new projects that this team can undertake in the upcoming months. This includes but not limited to creating and distributing liturgies and chants, Bible Study series etc.
Later in the evening, Thirumeni and Rev. Viji T.K participated in a meeting hosted by the Founders and Organizers of “Light The Candle” organization at the residence of Deepak Cherian. Light the Candle International Inc. (LTCI) is a Christian organization dedicated to the social, emotional, spiritual and economic development of underprivileged children.
On October 2, 2012, Thirumeni attended a Prayer meeting at the residence of Dr. M. M. Thomas in Stockton, CA. Several members of the church especially from the Sacramento region attended the prayer meeting.
Thirumeni left to Los Angeles on October 3, 2012 morning. The Episcopal visit was a great blessing to the members of Mar Thoma Church Of San Francisco.
Rev. Viji T. K.
Vicar, Mar Thoma Church Of San Francisco