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Rev. Fr. Mathew Jacob Thiruvalil has done his Doctoral Defense successfully on the subject ACCOMPANYING YOUTH ON THEIR JOURNEY TOWARDS MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE. A Study in the Light of Familiaris Consortio and later Ecclesial Documents with Particular Reference to Catholic Youth in Kerala.

Mrs. Thresyamma Antony (70), Grand Mother of Mr. Joseph Sebastian [J087], St.Mary's Prayer Group passed away. Mrs. Thresyamma Antony belong to Mangattu House, Kurumpanad, Changanassery. Funeral on Wednesday,31st October at St.Antonys ferona church, kurumpanad.

Holy Father Pope Benedict XVI made our Major Archbishop Moran Mor Baselios Cleemis Catholicos Cardinal. Let us thank the Lord for this honour given to our Bavathirumeni and our Church.

Fr. John Padipurackal
Video and Photos available in CD 26.10.2012

KMRM Video and Photos of Most. Rev. Dr. Vincent mar Paulos visit to Kuwait is available. It includes Holy MASS at Ahmadi church, KMRM Anniversary Celebrations etc. Please contact Sri. Nithin Raj for Details [phone 94027879, 66411685]

Annual General Body meeting of YuvaJyothi will be on 7.00pm, Sunday 28th October 2012 at KMRM Office. All YuvaJyothi members kindly attend the meeting.

Mr. K.T. Kurian (81), father of smt. Jesssamma Jacob (Mar Ivanios Prayer Group) [J096] passed away. Sri. Kurian belongs to St. Mary's Church, Kadayanikadu.

Rt. Rev. Fr. Aprem Remban, a senior priest of the Eparchy of Bathery, of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church was called to eternal rest on 27 October 2012. He was 83 years old. He belongs to Nedumpurath family, Ranny. He served in several parishes in the Eparchy of Bathery. Currently he was working as Parish Priest of Jaipur Rajasthan, in the Extra Territorial Region in India. His body will be brought to Bathery on 28 October and the funeral ceremony will be held at St.Thomas Cathedral Church, Bathery on 29 October. His Grace Most Rev. Dr. Thomas Mar Koorilos, Metropolitan-Archbishop of the Province of Tiruvilla, will officiate the funeral ceremony. His Grace Most Rev. Thomas Mar Koorilos, Secretary of the Holy Episcopal Synod and the Chairman of Liturgical Commission, recalled the meritorious service rendered by Remban in the field of liturgy.

Malankara Catholic Liturgical School (MCLS), for the year 2012-2013 is reopened on Friday, 28th September 2012. Application Form.

Mr. P.Yohannan (62), father of Smt. Litty Santhosh [S016] passed away. Funeral is on 3.30pm Sunday 7th October 2012, St Ignatious Orthodox Maha Edavaka, Kaipattoor, Pathanamthitta.

KMRM gave a send off to Sri. Mathew Zakariah [M022] and Family. Sri. Mathew Zakariah (Binu) is shifting to Canada. He belong to Sacred Heart Church, Kadamankulam, Kalloppara, Thiruvalla. KMRM Best wishes to Sri. Binu & family.

Malankara Catholic Liturgical School (MCLS) 2012-2013 Application Form. Click the link to download the application form, submit the filled application form on Friday, 28th September 2012. All students (OLD and NEW) must fill up the application form. The venue at Successline Auditorium, Abbasiya. Time 2.00pm onwards. Registration Fee will be KD.1.000.

Mrs. Mariamma Thomas (98), Parakkel House, Nellikamon Post, passed away on Monday, 17th September 2012. Mrs. Mariamma is the Grandmother of Liju Abraham [L004], and Jimmy Abraham [J060].

Funeral will be on Tuesday 2.00pm, 18th September 2012, at St. Antony's Malankara Catholic Church, Kalampala, Thiruvalla arch Diocese.

Heartfelt Condolences from KMRM to the bereaved family. May her soul rest in peace.

Mr. Henry Joseph(89), father in law of N. Yohannan Philip [N001], has been called by the Heavenly Father on Tuesday, 4th September 2012. Funeral on Wednesday, 5th September.

KMRM offer our heart-felt condolence on his sad demise and pray to the Almighty that the bereaved family find the solace in God.

Rt Rev Dr Joseph Gnayallor Remban passed away. Please remember him with gratitude and pray for the departed. [News follows..]

Mariyama Daniel(86), Mother of Mr. Joykutty, Mary Matha Prayer Group, Fahahee, has been called by the Heavenly Father on Tuesday, 28th August 2012. Funeral ceremony will be held on Thursday, 11.00am, 30th August 2012, at St: Antony's Malankara Catholic church , Thatta pathanamthitta.

KMRM offer our heart-felt condolence on her sad demise and pray to the Almighty that the bereaved family find the solace in God.

Mrs. Aleyamma John (82), mother of Varghese P. John [V015], and Oommen P. John [O002], has been called by the Heavenly Father on today, 26th August 2012. Funeral ceremony will be held on Tuesday, 28th August 2102, at St. St. Anne's Catholic Church, Eraviperoor.

KMRM offer our heart-felt condolence on her sad demise and pray to the Almighty that the bereaved family find the solace in God.

Celebration of Holy Qurbono at the Tomb of Archbishop Mar Ivanios, Servant of God, by Rev.Dr. John Padipurackal, along with Rev. Fr. Kuruviila OIC, Provincial of the Bethany Congregation. Rev. Dr. John gave the homily during the Holy Qurbono on the theme "Archbishop Mar Ivanios, Servant of God and the Renewal of Family". It was an occasion to pray for our community in Kuwait.

Rev.Dr. John, submitted two Holy Qurbono intentions at the Tomb, (01) For the Malankara Faithful of the Gulf Region (02) For the Malankara Faithful in Kuwait, especially those who are suffering either physically or mentally. May the prayers and blessings of Archbishop Mar Ivanios, Servant of God be with all of us!

K.M.R.M Yuvajyothy, under the guidance of Fr. Sylvester Thekkedath organized �Mar Ivanios Anusmarna Yathra� from Abbassiya St. Daniel Comboni Mission Chapel to Holy Family City Cathedral via Our lady of Arabia, Ahmadi Church on this Thursday, 12th July 2012.

The Anusmarna Yathra began from St. Daniel Comboni Mission Chapel, Abbasiya, at 5:15pm, with the blessings of Rev. Fr. Mathai & Rev. Fr. Andrews, and proceeded to the Our Lady of Arabia Church Ahmadi, where Rev. Fr. Jose welcomed the procession. The procession continued from Ahmadi to The Holy Family City Cathedral, and received by Rev. Fr. Mathews. The pilgrims were in saffron dress, with Vallikurish, Papal Flag and the picture of Mar Ivanios.

Mrs. Raichel Daniel(89) (Kadakampallil House, Pandithitta, Thalavoor), Mother of Mr.Isac Daniel, KMRM Managing Committee Member, Rigge[I001], has been called by the Heavenly Father on today, 28th July 2012. Funeral ceremony will be held on 31st July, 2012 at St. Mary's Malankara Catholic Church Pandithitta.

KMRM offer our heart-felt condolence on her sad demise and pray to the Almighty that the bereaved family find the solace in God.

KMRM is arranging a special class for baladeepam students.
Venue : Comboni Parish 2nd Basement .
Time : 2.30 pm to 4pm

Mrs. Aleyamma Mathew(95) (Kulakattil House, Kudayampady, Kottayam), Mother-in-law of Mr.George Rajan [G013], has been called by the Heavenly Father on Monday, 23rd July 2012. Mrs. Graceamma Rajan is the daughter, Rejo Rajan and Geena Rajan are grand children's.

Funeral ceremony will be held on 24th July, 2012 at 2pm at St. Mary's Forane Church, Kudamallor, Kottayam. KMRM offer our heart-felt condolence on her sad demise and pray to the Almighty that the bereaved family find the solace in God.

KMRM welcome Rev. Fr. Sylvester Thekkedath. Rev. Fr. Sylvester Thekkedath is presently working as the rector of Mar Ivanios Minor Seminary, Diocese of Mavelikara. He served in different parishes including Cheppad, Ramapuram, Muttom as Vicar(2007-2011), Pathanamthitta, Thottuparam, Thonniyamala as Asst. Vicar (2006-2007). He completed his studies at St. Mary�s Malankara Major Seminary, Trivandrum. He also graduated in BA (Philosophy, Kerala University), MA (Syriac, M G University). His native parish is at Parakuttom (near Adoor). He ordinated on 12th December 2005.

Sri. K.V Varghese, father of Suresh Varghese [S045] Mar Ivanios Prayer Group, Salmiya, passed away. Sri. K.V. Varghese belong to Parottukonam Bungalow, Nalanchira. He worked as an Administrative Superintendent in MarIvanios College, Trivandrum. Funeral will be on Saturday 10 am at St.Mary's Cathedral Pattom.

Malankara Juniors Hits again KIDS SUMMER STREAM 2012� in short KISS 2012. A sweet name kids repeat so often. A sweet name elder�s always keeps in their hearts. Kids Summer Stream program is the Catholic Vacation Bible School conducted for the Catholic children in Kuwait with the permission and blessings of His Excellency Bishop Camillo Ballin for the children from standard 4 and above. Malankara Liturgical School Team & KMRM managing committee managed to conduct similar program with the same theme � 2012 Year of Faith, as an extension of the main event which intends to bring every single child (Malankara Juniors KG to Standard 3) of the Malankara Catholic community to the main stream of the faith formation of the Catholic Church and to help our children to grow with Jesus. These two days were packed with enriching and refreshing programs. At the same time it would promote proper entertainment and joy for our young generation. Highlights of KIDS SUMMER STREAM program.

We are pleased to inform you that the CVBS (Kids Summer Stream 2012) will start from the 15th till the 20th of June 2012 at St.Daniel Comboni Parish, Abbassiya.The program is in Malayalam and will be led by Rev.Fr.Joseph Chavadimurupel .The last date for registration is 10th June 2012.

Kindly submit your filled in registration forms to any of the Liturgical School teachers or your area Committee members / Prayer Coordinators. If transportation is required, please contact your area Committee members / Prayer Coordinators.

The second harvest festival of Kuwait Malankara Rite Movement (KMRM), was conducted on Friday, 27th April 2012, at Bavans Vidya Bhavan School, Abbasiya. The programme began at 11.am with opening prayers by Very Rev. K O Philipose, Vicar Kuwait Mar Thoma Parish, Kuwait. Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, Spiritual director-KMRM inaugurated 'TintuMon Thattukada'. Tintumon Tattukada is a typical traditional Kerala Thattukada, and YuvaJyothi made it a grant success. The different stalls were displayed, of which the main ones are, Stalls for Game Zone, Harvest Festival offerings, Tintumon Thattukada, Kerala Bedsheets, KMRM Resources Center for Books-CDs, Food Counter, Cold Drinks &Ice-Cream Counter, Medical Checkup Counter, KMRM Membership counter, and Counter for Coupons. KMRM Spiritual director visited each counter, and made initial openings.

H.L. Bishop Camillo Ballin, mccj, Apostolic Vicar of Northern Arabia visited the function at 11.30am, and inaugurated KMRM harvest festival, Vilavolsavu 2012. Sri. Abraham Varghese, KMRM Secretary welcomed the guests. During the inauguration speech, Bishop Camillo Ballin, mccj, asked how many malankarites in Kuwait?, and how many come to church? He gave through his message that each malankarite shall take up the responsibility to find the others who are not coming to church. He launched KMRM Smaranika, short prologue of KMRM harvest festival. Sri. Kuruvilla Thomas gave the Smaranika to Bishop, and the Bishop opened the wrappers of Smaranika. The visiting priest, Rev. Fr. Abraham Mannil, vicar St. Johns malankra catholic church Kadammanitta attended the programme through out. Sri. Rajan Thottathil, KMRM President also addressed the audience.

The success of the programme came through the hardships of the different sub-committee, and the convenors are as follows, Sri. K.O. John (Reception), Sri. Jacob Thomas (Publicity), Sri. Kuruvilla Thomas (Smaranika), Sri. Geevarghese Mathew (Stalls), Sri. Binu K. John (Finance), Sri. Babuji Bathery (Programme), Sri. Shamon Jacob, and Sri. Rana Varghese (Stage, Light, and Sound), Sri Varghese Abraham (Food), Sri. Benoy Abraham (Volunteers), Sri. MJ John (Raffle), Sri. George Mathew (Medical).

The food stalls were offering variety of foods. They offered in the morning the typical traditional Kerala 'Puzhuku', a combination of parboiled Tapioca, King-Banana, and 'Chembu', with 'Kandari' Chutney. Later, for lunch, they offered 'PothiChoru', ie. Kerala parboiled rice with all side dishes being wrapped in banana leaves. This resembled 'Taste of Kerala', the home made food. Biriyani, and other food items too offered for lunch. Evening snacks include 'Ela-appam', 'Kumbul-Appam etc. Evening session began with Grant Musical programme by Idea Star Fame Srinath, and mimics by Vodafone Comedy Stars Team Laughter Kerala. It was enthralling, and the crowd enjoyed every moment of the programme. The crowd was jam-packed to the auditorium, and hence the live streaming was offered to the basement auditorium to accommodate the families who were standing at the back. The 'Colavari' song was super. Kids were dancing at the front of the stage, while the youth near the 'Tintumon Thattukada'.

Painting, and Dance completions were arranged in between. KMRM young talents presented a traditional folk dance, Carnatic Dance, and a Cinematic Dance. We should include their name, but derailing for couple of days. This time again, couple of Rabbits, first time a RUSTER, and Jackfruits. The auctions were interesting. It was blended perfectly to the main programme. Sri Babuji managed the auctions in an interesting way.

The Musical fusion by Sri. Manoj Mavelikara & team was enthralling. It was a perfect blend and fusion to the minds of the audience. The programme was perfectly timed and sequenced by Sri, Babuji Bathery. KMRM presented a Burj Khalifa to Sri. Babuji. This programme was super hit due to a super stage, prepared by Nithin Raj and Team YuvaJyothi. Finally, the event signed off around 9.15pm with vote of thanks by Sri. Shaji Varghese Melekalayil, the event convenor. [ALBUM] [Professional photos to be posted soon].

Rev. Dr. Santhosh Madathil (65) OIC called to eternal rest on Tuesday, 05 June 2012. Rev. Dr. Santhosh Madathil OIC, belongs to Nellimattom Madathil family, and a member of Bethany Navajeevan Province of the Order of the Imitation of Christ. He served in various Bethany Ashram such as Bethany Generalate, Kottayam, Nalanchira, Bethany Nagar, Nedumangad and Santhigiri Ashram. Also, he served as Parish Priest of several parishes in the Major Archieparchy of Trivandrum, Archieparchy of Tiruvalla, Eparchy of Bathery and Eparchy of Puttur. He secured a doctorate in Malayalam Literature from the University of Kerala. He worked as a professor and Head of Department of Malayalam at Mar Ivanios College, Hostel Warden and Rector of Bethany Students� Centre, Nalanchira. The funeral ceremony will be held at Bethany Ashram, Nalanchira on Friday 08 June 2012.

Rev. Fr. Abraham Kalakkudi(84) called to eternal rest on 24 May 2012. Fr. Abraham was born in 1928 as the son of Ninan (late) and Eliyamma. He was ordained a priest in 1952. He served in several parishes in the Archieparchy of Tiruvalla. The funeral ceremony held at St. Thomas Malankara Catholic Church, Vennikulam
on Monday 28 May 2012. His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cleemis Catholicos was the chief celebrant of the funeral ceremony.

Rev. Fr. Thomas Mavilethu OIC, a member of the Bethany Navajeevan Province of the Order of the Imitation of Christ, was called to eternal rest on 23 May 2012. He belongs to Thumbamon Mavilethu family. He served as a novice master in Bethany ashram for many years. He was in Bethany Ashrams at Kanjiramkulam, Vengolla, Mukkampala, Meenangadi, Sakaleshpur and Nalanchira. The funeral conducted at Bethany Ashram, Nalanchira on 25 May 2012.

The Holy Episcopal Synod of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church convoked from 5-8 March, 2012 has appointed Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal the Ecclesiastical Coordinator of the Extraterritorial Region in Middle East. He has to oversee the pastoral engagement of the Syro-Malankara Priests and coordinate the pastoral activities of common interest in the Gulf Region. The appointment of Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal is approved by His Excellency Rt. Rev. Camillo Ballin mccj, the Apostolic Vicar of Northern Arabia and His Excellency Rt. Rev. Paul Hinder OFM Cap, Apostolic Vicar of Southern Arabia.

KMRM congratulate Rev. Dr. John Paipurckal, and wish success in his new mission. KMRM Organized a felicitation meeting after the holy mass on Thursday 17th May 2012. Sri. Rajan Thottathil-KMRM President, Sri. Abraham Varghese-KMRM Secretary, and Sri. George Thomas (Advisory Board Chairman) honored Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, on behalf of Syro Malankara Community. KMRM president presented a token of gratitude to Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal. [more news : http://www.catholicate.net/MCC/Home.html].

A felicitation meeting was organized by the Malankara Catholic Community in Fahaheel Area, (Mary Matha Prayer Group), at Ahmadi Church, Kuwait to Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal who has been appointed as the Ecclesiastical Coordinator of the Extraterritorial Region in Middle East by the Holy Episcopal Synod of the Syro - Malankara Catholic Church.

Mr. Joseph K. Daniel (Aji) opened the meeting by giving a brief introduction about the new office of Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal. Mr. Binu Vilayil Rajan - Prayer Group Co-ordinator welcomed the gathering. Representatives of different units of the community in Kuwait, Rev. Fr. Jose Nirappel - Assistant Vicar Ahmadi Parish, Mr. Rajan Thottathil � KMRM President, Mr. K.O. John � KMRM Advisory Board Member, Advocate Shibu Jacob � KMRM Baladeepam Animator felicitated Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal followed by the reply speech. A memento was presented by Mr. Rajan Thottathil as a token of love of the gathering. The meeting concluded with the vote of thanks by Mr. Joseph K. Daniel � Prayer Group Jnt. Co-ordinator. [ALBUM]

Sri. V. Abraham, father-in-law of Sony Daniel [S031] St. Thomas Prayer Group, Abbasiya, passed away. Sri. Abraham is the brother of V.George Erumeda (Baretho Kashiro) and Rev.Dr. John Erumeda. He was a teacher in St.Thomas High School Eruvellippara, Thiruvalla and also served in Metero boys secondary school Zambia for many years.

Funeral will be later at St.George Malankara Catholic Church, Chengaroor. KMRM extends prayerful condolence. May his Soul Rest In Peace.

KMRM Congratulates Malanka Catholic Youth Movement (MCYM) of their first assembly. Best Wishes.

Saturday, 5th May 2012: KMRM Juniors picnic to the Kuwait Zoo was amazing. The get- together was organized by Baladeepam and Malankara Liturgical School Kuwait. Baladeepam members up to class 4 attended and enjoyed a lot. Round trip in the zoo by train brought joy and surprise to the little Malankarites and the group attracted the visitors throughout the picnic time. Animals and birds which several children had seen only in their text books really made them curious to watch and made them enthusiastic. It was very hard to make them move from one cage to another as they enjoyed the lively actions of the animals, especially of the monkeys. Few of them were searching the way to the cage of Tiger as it has not come out from the cage.

Picnic was leaded by Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal - Director, Mr. Rajan Thottathil -KMRM President, Mrs. Catherine Binu - Assistant Headmistress, Advocate Shibu Jacob - Baladeepam Animator and Malankara Liturgical School Teachers - Mr. Issac Kadakampallil, Mr. Liju Abraham, Mr. Thomas Mamoottil, Mr. Binu K. John, Mr. Shaji Varghese , Mr. Jimmy Abraham, Mrs. Bency Jacob, Mrs. Merija Shibu and Ms Princy G. Mathew.

Congratulations to all the Baladeepam kids and organizers, for being the part of first picnic for the Malankara Kids in Kuwait, which will be marked in the History of KMRM.

Maiden attempt by our Baladeepam and Liturgical School team, to conduct the picnic to the Junior Malankarites in Kuwait is come to true. Junions picnic for classes LKG to Std 4 conducted on 5th May 2012, Saturday, at Kuwait Zoo, on 5th May 2012 from 2.15pm to 6.30pm. [ALBUM]

Sri. Paulose Varghese(80), father of Varghese M. Paulose [V009] St. Johns Prayer Group Abbasiya, and Aleyamma M.P. (Anu) [P002] St. Thomas prayer Group, Abbasiya, passed away.

Funeral on Saturday 12.05.2012 at St. Albert's Malankara Catholic Church, Kattor. KMRM extends prayerful condolence. May his Soul Rest In Peace.

Ecclesiastical Coordinator of the Extraterritorial Region in Middle East 13.05.2012

The appointment of Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal is approved by His Excellency Rt. Rev. Camillo Ballin mccj, the Apostolic Vicar of Northern Arabia and His Excellency Rt. Rev. Paul Hinder OFM Cap, Apostolic Vicar of Southern Arabia.

Mar Ivanios Day of Abu Dhabi Malankara Catholic Community was held on 27th April 2012 in the Charisma Hall of St Joseph's Cathedral. Holy Qurbana started at 8:30 AM and followed by that, cultural pragam of youth and children was staged. During the function, all those members who completed 25 years of happy married life were honoured by presenting sleek mementos specially designed for the purpose. This event called for a celebration of the grace showered upon them by the almighty in the witness of the very church and community they are born into or reunited. MCYM Abu Dhabi inaugurated their annual plan for the year 2012-2013 - See photos of office bearers. An elaborate agape was also arranged at the basketball court after the event. visit http://inspirationmalankarites.yolasite.com/ for a special video and other news.

Mrs. Saramma Thomas (67), mother of Prakash K. Thomas [P008] and Prasad K. Thomas [P009] St. Mary's Prayer Group Abbasiya, is passed away Monday, 30th April 2012.

Funeral later at St. Joseph Malankara Catholic Church, Edamury, Ranny. KMRM extends prayerful condolence. May her Soul Rest In Peace.

Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified� has risen� Alleluia. Easter Service and H. Qurbonoon on Sunday 8th April 2012 at Holy Family Cathedral, Kuwait.

Mr. M.V John (70), father of Gijo John [G018], St. Mary's Prayer Group, Abbasiya passed away today, 25th April 2012.

Funeral later at St. Johns cathedral, Thiruvalla. KMRM extends prayerful condolence. May his Soul Rest In Peace.

The upcoming mega event KMRM HARVEST FESTIVAL, is scheduled on Friday, 27th April 2012. A raffle draw program is arranged with the KMRM HARVEST FESTIVAL. The Raffle coupon for the Raffle draw is officially launched on Thursday, 15th March 2012 after the Holy mass. Sri. M.J. John is the convener of the Raffle Draw event. Sri. Rajan Thottathil, KMRM president gave the raffle coupon to Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal. The raffle coupon is officially released by Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, and handed over to Sri M.J. John. Sri Thomas John made the first purchase of the Raffle coupon book from the convener. You can contact KMRM Raffle coupon members/committee to purchase the raffle Coupons.

KMRM Prayerfull wishes to Dn. Alexander Kallukalayil, on his priestly Ordination. The first holy Qurbana of Dn. Alexander Kallukalayil, will be on Sunday, 15th April 2012 at 8.00am at St. Marys's Malankara Catholic Church, Kurichimuttom.

Dn. Alexander Kallukalayil is related to KMRM. Dn. Alexander's father is K.S. Alexander [A015] (KMRM Committee Member-Mary Matha prayer group, Fahaheel). Roji Alex, Roby Alex are Dn.Alexander's brothers.

Mr Thomaskutty S [T021] received a warm and heart-touching farewell on Saturday, 31 March 2012 from the members of KMRM. On the occasion, Rev Dr John Padipurackal, Mr Rajan Thottathil, Mr Abraham Varghese, and Mr George Thomas recounted his contributions as Secretary of KMRM. Rev Dr John Padipurackal presented a memento on behalf of the KMRM.

Mrs. Ammani, mother of Gerry Douglas [G026] Mar Ivanios Prayer group, Salmiya and mother in law of Varghese Ninan [V013] St. Marys prayer group, Abbasiya, is passed away Friday, 13th April 2012 at 11.45 am.

Funeral later at St. Joseph Malankara Church, Mudiyorkonam. KMRM extends prayerful condolence. May her Soul Rest In Peace.

KMRM Condolence -- Patriarch Cardinal Ignace Moussa I Daoud is Called to Eternal Rest 10.04.2012

Cardinal Ignace Moussa I Daoud was born on 18 September 1930 in Meskaneh, Syria. He was ordained a priest on 17 October 1954 and took a licentiate in canon law from the Pontifical Lateran University, Rome. On 2 July 1977 he was elected as the Bishop of Cairo (Egypt) by the Syrian Patriarchal Synod and confirmed by His Holiness Pope Paul VI on 22 July 1977. He was Ordained a Bishop on18 September. He was a member of the Commission for the Revision of the Eastern Code of Canon Law and chaired the commission that translated the Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches into Arabic. On 1 July 1994 he was appointed the Archbishop of Homs for Syrians, Syria. On 13 October 1998 he was elected Patriarch of Antioch for the Syrian Catholics and enthroned on 25 October. His Beatitude was appointed by His Holiness Pope John Paul II as Perfect of the Congregation for the Oriental Churches on 25 November 2000. His Beatitude was elevated to the rank of Cardinal by His Holiness Pope John Paul II in the Consistory of 21 February 2001.

His Beatitude Cardinal Ignace Moussa Daoud is a close friend of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church. It is during his tenure as the prefect of the Congregation for the Oriental Churches, the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church was raised to a Major Archiepiscopal Church. His Beatitude laid the foundation stone for St. John�s Cathedral, Tiruvalla on 28 December 2000. His Beatitude officiated the Sunthroniso of His Beatitude Cyril Baselios as the first Major Archbishop-Catholicos of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Major Archiepiscopal Church on 14 May 2005 at St.Mary�s Cathedral, Pattom, Trivandrum. His Beatitude blessed the foundation stone of the Catholicate Centre, Trivandrum on 15 May 2005. His Beatitude became Perfect Emeritus of the Congregation for the Oriental Churches on 9 June 2007.

The funeral ceremony will be held at Vatican. His Excellency Most Rev. Thomas Mar Eusebius, the Bishop of USA will represent the Holy Episcopal Synod of our church and His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cleemis Catholicos during the funeral service.

The Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, and hence KMRM expresses its deep sentiments and Prayers on the Demise of His Beatitude- Cardinal Ignace Moussa Daoud. May God give eternal bliss!

KMRM arranged a farewell program to Sri. Jacob Abraham (Abey Mannil) [J001], St. Pauls Prayer Group, Reggae. Sri. Rajan Thottathil, KMRM President offered all thanks, and wishes to the services that he offered to KMRM. He was presently working as KMRM Prayer coordinator of the Reggae area. KMRM offering best wishes to Abey and his two kids, Jeromey Jacob Abraham, and Jerick Jacob Abraham.

A combined prayer was conducted on Friday 6.30pm, 10th February 2012, at Catholic Parish Hall Opposite to Sultan Center, Jahra. The combined prayer of all prayer groups is scheduled once in every three months.

Mrs. Rosy Joseph Thaliyath (88), mother in law of Sri. O.M. Mathew [O003]-KMRM Committee member, St. Thomas Prayer Group Abbasiya, passed away on Sunday, 18th March 2012.

Funeral on Tuesday, 20th march 2012, at St. George Church, Puthupally, Varapuzha. KMRM extends prayerful condolence. May her Soul Rest In Peace.

On the occasion of 3 Days Nombu, Adoration Service and Holy MASS were conducted at St. Daniel Comboni [Annex 2 - Basement] Parish.

Dear Children of 10^th and 12^th Class!

I wish you a very good examination time, success
and good result.

I am sure you all will come out with flying colours.

May God grant you the graces you need these days!

May the Holy Spirit be with you during the
days of examination to enlighten your mind
and heart!

May God bless you!

Fr. John Padipurackal

Mrs. Rosamma Thomas (48), mother in law of Sri. Rijo B. Koshy, passed away on Saturday, 10th March 2012. Funeral will be Monday, 12th March 2012, at Catholic church, Parumala.

Sri. Sunny Paul (50), brother in law of K.V. Paul [K007], St Pauls Prayer Group, Reggae, passed away. Sunny Paul belongs to Karakkadiyil House, Elanji.

Funeral on Friday afternoon, 17th February 2012 at St. Peters Church, Elanji, Ramapuram, Pala. KMRM extends prayerful condolence. May his Soul Rest In Peace.

A Photologue of Rev. Fr. Binny Philip's visit to Kuwait. [ALBUM 1/2, ALBUM 2/2]

KMRM expressed their gratitude and thanks to Rev. Fr. Binny Philip, who were in Kuwait with KMRM for almost one month.

A seminar was conducted for YuvaJyothi from 2.30pm to 4.00pm, 27th January 2012, at KMRM Office, Abbasiya. Yuvajyothi convener Sri. Binoy Abraham welcomed Rev. Fr. Binny Philip, and Executive committee members, and all YuvaJyothi members. Sri. Lince John sequenced the event. Sri. Rajan Thottathil (President KMRM), and Sri. Abraham Varghese (Secretary KMRM) felicitated the YuvaJyothi team.

A Seminar was conducted for Friends of Mary from 4.00pm to 5.30pm, 27th January 2012, at KMRM Office, Abbasiya. Most of the Friends of Mary members attended the seminar. Mrs. Litty Mary welcomed the friends of mary members, Rev. Fr. Binny Philip, and Executive committee members. Rev. Fr. Binny Philip lead the the seminar. Finally, Mrs. Rani Joseph (Joint Convener) thanked all who attended this big event.

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Kuwait Malankara Rite Movement (KMRM) celebrated their Christmas & New Year family get together on 13th January 2012, at Carmel School Khaitan. The program began at 3.00pm with Christmas Crib competition. Six prayer groups participated in that competition. It was a total different experience at this time. Shalom prayer group won the first prize. The second, and third are Mar Ivanios, and St. Mary�s prayer groups respectively. The Christmas corner competition finished at 4.30pm. Most of the prayer group members gathered to their respective crib.

The public function began at 5.10pm and end at 6.00pm. The vicar general of Kuwait Diocese of Apostolic Vicariate of Northern Arabic region (AVONA), Rev. Fr. Mathew Kunelpuradam was the Chief Guest. The meeting began with welcome speech of Sri. Abraham Varghese (Secretary KMRM). Sri. Rajan Thottathil(President KMRM) gave the Christmas & New Year greetings, and made the presidential address. Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal (Spiritual Father KMRM) gave the blessings to the family get together. The program was officially inaugurated by lighting the traditional lamp, "Nilavilaku". Rev. Fr. Mathew Kuneepuradam, Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, Sri. Rajan Thottathil, Sri. Thoma Chacko (Tresurer KMRM), Mrs. Litty Mary (FOM Convener), Sri. Benoy Abraham (YuvaJyothi Convener), and Miss. Justey Biju (Baladeepam Convener) respectively made the traditional way of lighting the Nilavilaku.

KMRM financial assistance project (Education Santhana), was inaugurated thereafter. Sri. M.J. John contributed the first inaugurational amount to Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal. A few KMRM members too offered the full financial sponsorship. KMRM YuvaJyothi officially launched their web site. Rev. Fr. Mathew Kunnelpuradam inaugurated their web site. The web site is available in http://www.kmrm.net/yuva.

Sri. George Thomas (Chairman Advisory Board), and Sri. Georgekutty Lawrence (Headmaster Liturgical School) made felicitation speech. Finally, the meeting reached to the end with vote of thanks by Sri. Rajan Mathew (Joint Secretary KMRM).

Christmas carol songs by different prayer groups were presented after the public function. It was a memorable total experience. St. Johns prayer group received the first prize. St. Mary�s prayer group received the second prize. Mary Matha prayer group received the third prize.

Different other cultural programs presented thereafter. We received a very good audience. [Please check the attached video for more details.] Sri. Lince John, Sri. Jino K. Abraham, Mrs. Linta Binu, Sri. Jobin Puthuparambil, and Sri. Rohan Jacob entertained the audience with variety songs. Joe Dainel Kuriakose presented a Tamil song using Guitar. Nithu Ann George and team (Elina Sam, Justey Biju, Binitha Maria Thomas, Jaseena Joseph V, and Heera Wilson) presented a wonderful dance. Elizabeth Benjamin and team (Justey Biju, Varsha Elsa Jacob, Elina Sam, and Binitha Maria Thomas) presented a traditional classical dance.

Amazing performance of the KMRM juniors was one of the major attraction of the event - very talented children ranging in age from 4 to 11 - singing the evergreen love song from the film TITANIC with the model of the ship on the stage was really a nostalgia to the audience as well as bring to all members heart to fill with the love of God, love to each other, love to parents, love to friends. Children executed the theme of love are Olivia Maria Binu, Aditya Jacob Shibu, Abel John George, Merlin Thomas, Reyna Catherina Jacob, Ameesha Mary Shibu, Marietta Mariam Mathew, Nanma Madhu, Aron Dani Santhosh, Mary Thomas, Rohan Jacob, Maria Joseph and Merlit Mathew.

The Baladeepam Santa show was thrilling. Really, it was a memorable moment. KMRM yuvajyothi made the final show by presenting the Christmas Carol.

Friends of Mary arranged a SNACKs Stall, and offered home made items. [click the link to check those items]. We hope that you met us [web team] at KMRM web site, and membership counter. [write to us webmaster@kmrm.net if any suggestions.] Visit this place for more videos, photos, and updates.

Rev. Fr. Binny Philip is on a short visit to Kuwait. He reached here in Kuwait on Monday 16th January 2012.

Hearty Congratulations to KMRM - Yuvajyothi, who won the first prize in the PUTHUVALSARATHANIMA NADAN CAROL COMPETITION, organized by Thanima � Kuwait, held on January 01, 2012 at United Indian School, Abbasiya.

Rev. Fr. Patric Scaria O.S.A, uncle of KMRM former secretary Jacob Varghese (1996-97) passed away.

The funeral was on 3rd Jan 2012 at Mary Lake Monastery (St. Augustinian Monastery), Toronto, Canada. Rev.Fr. Patric Scaria O.S.A was there after his retirement from the province of British Columbia.

Yaldo (Christmas) Holy Qurbono (MASS) for the people was celebrated at the Holy Family Cathedral, Kuwait at 3.00am on 25th December 2011. [ALBUM]

Christmas carol visits to the homes of Kuwait Malankara Rite Movement (KMRM) members started on 2nd December 2011. Current year Carol Service begins with the opening prayers of Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, Spiritual Director.

KMRM managing committee wishes all our members a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year and request all your prayers & support to make this year carol visit a great success. The following are the conveners of 2011 Carol Service in the mentioned areas, (i) Biju Joshwa (Abbasiya), (ii) Mathew Varghese (Regai), (iii) Giby Abraham (Salmiya), (iv) Alexander K.S (Fahaheel)

KMRM Baladeepam election held on 9th December 2011. Baladeepam elected Justey Biju as convener, and Cherian John Binu as joint convener. KMRM congratulates, and wish them success in their tenure.

The Managing committee and the Advisory Board members of 2011-12 visited H.E Camillo Ballin, in his office at the Bishop�s house in the Holy Family Cathedral, Kuwait City on 15th December 2011. The members offered their hearty thanks and gratitude. H.E Camillo Ballin welcomed the members and asked them to convey his greetings to one and all in the Malankara community here in Kuwait.

Sri. Antony, Father in Law of Thomas Vallikattil [T029] MarIvanios prayer group Salmiya, passed away on 23rd December 2011. Sri. Antony belongs to Kezhaplackal house, Kodencherry. Funeral at 4.30pm, 24th December at Koorottupara Syro-Malabar Catholic Church.

Sri. Mathai Thomas(83), Father in law of Biji Ramanat [B008] St. Thomas prayer group Abbasiya, passed away today, 13th December 2011. Funeral will be held on 2.30pm Thursday, 15th December 2011, at St. Mathew Catholic Church, Kottayakupuram.

Mr & Mrs Aloysius Thomas [A018] received a warm and heart-touching farewell on December 3,2011 from the members of Salmiya Mar Ivanious Prayer Group. On the occasion, Rev Dr John Padipurackal, Mr K O John, Mr Kuruvilla Thomas, Mr Binu K John and Mr George Mathew( Bose) recounted his contributions as President, Advisory Board chairman of KMRM and as Liturgical School Headmaster. Rev Dr John Padipurackal presented a memento on behalf of the prayer group.

Caroling to the homes of Kuwait Malankara Rite Movement (KMRM) members started on 2nd December 2011. Current year Carol Services begins with the opening prayers of Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, Spiritual Director - KMRM followed by the carol song vocal by the carol team at KMRM office in the presence of over 75 malankarites. Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, wish the caroling team that their mission brings happiness to all our family members and to become the role model to other carol teams organized by various associations in Kuwait.

The carol service has become a regular function of KMRM, and has steadily grown in popularity in the Kuwait Diocese. It will be a great opportunity for our children to begin their preparation for the Christmas and to enjoy the carol service even though they are far away from their home town. KMRM managing committee wishes all our members a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year and request all your prayers & support to make this year caroling a great success. Finally we hope this year carol service will be a memorable experience to all of us. The following are the conveners of 2011 Carol Service in the mentioned areas, (i) Biju Joshwa (Abbasiya), (ii) Mathew Varghese (Regai), (iii) Giby Abraham (Salmiya), (iv) Alexander K.S (Fahaheel)

First advisory meeting was held at KMRM office on Friday, 9th December 2011. The other pictures from third Committee Meeting, on Friday, 9th December 2011.

Sri. K.V. Philip (84), father of Mathew Sunil Kovoor [M028], Shalom Prayer Group, Abbassiya, passed away on Saturday, 10th December 2011. Funeral ceremony will be on Tuesday, 12th December 2011 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Thottabhagam, Thiruvalla.

Sri. George Powath(94), Powathu House, Konni, f/o. George Luey Powath [G021], passed away on 09.12.2011. Funeral ceremony will be on 12.12.2011 at 10.00AM at St. Marry's Malankara Catholic Church, Konni.

KMRM Congratulates Rev. Fr. Geevarghees Thiruvalil OIC (left side picture), Rev. Fr. Varghese Thekkemullavelil OIC, and Rev. Fr. Mathew Shoby OIC, on their priestly Ordination.

Rev. Fr. Geevarghees Thiruvalil OIC is the cousin brother of Shibu Jacob Thiruvalil [S029], Mary Matha prayer group, Fahaheel. Rev. Fr. Mathew Shoby OIC is the brother of Shinto Abraham [S048], Mary Matha prayer group, Fahaheel. Rev. Fr. Varghese Thekkemullavelil OIC is the brother-in-law of Shaji Kunjachan [S064], St Pauls prayer group, Riggae.

M.T Chacko (82), father of Sri. Thomas Chacko (Treasurer, KMRM)[T008], St. Marys's prayer group, Abbasiya, passed away today, Sunday, 4th December 2011. Sri. M.T. Chacko belongs to Maruthoor House, Kumbazha, Pathanamthitta.

Funeral will be on Tuesday, 6th December 2011, at St.Mary's Catholic Church, Kumbazha, Pathanamthitta.

Sri. Benoy Abraham, YuvaJyothi Convener introduced the upcoming events of YuvaJyothi, YuvaJyothi Calendar for Year 2012, and Sweet of Santa.

The KMRM Spiritual Director Rev.Dr. John Padipurackal released the Yuvajyothi calendar for the year 2012
at Virgin Mary Hall, City Cathedral after the Holy Mass on Thursday (24.11.2011). Jobin Babu handed over the calendar to Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, and he in-turn released the same and then handed it over to Shamon Jacob, the circulation manager in the presence of the KMRM President Rajan Thottathill, and the Secretary Abraham Varghese.

Sri. Nithin Raj, sweet of santa convener, launched the sweet of Santa Christmas cake programme, with the blessings of Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal. Sample sweet also distributed thereafter.

The advisory board members, Catechism Headmaster, and Friends of Mary Convener took their oath. The committee members who were not available in the previous oath ceremony also carried out this time. Inset picture details these event. [Photo courtesy to YuvaJyothi.]

KMRM Congratulates Fr. Mathew Shoby OIC, on his priestly Ordination. The first holy Qurbana of Fr. Mathew Shoby OIC, was on friday, 25th November 2011, in the gracious presence of H.E. Rev. Dr. Samuel Mar Irenius. The video is available in this link. [youtube Video]

Fr. Mathew Shoby OIC is the brother Shinto Abraham [S048], Mary Matha prayer group, Fahaheel.

Sri. P.A Varghese(65), Father-in-Law of Wilson Vengal Iype [W003] passed away. Sri. P.A. Varghese (Achenkunju) belong to Ezhakunnel house, Pariyaram Post, Vakathanam. Funeral at St.Thomas Orthodox Church, Vakathanam, 4.00pm Saturday, 3rd December 2011.

YuvaJyothi participated in the sixth Christian Malayalam Group Song Competition on Friday, 18th November 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at the United Indian School Auditorium, Abbasiya organized by Youth Chorus.

A joint committee of KMRM Committee 2010-11, Advisory Board 2010-11, Committee 2011-12 and Advisory Board 2011-12 was arranged at Srothus (KMRM Office) on Friday, 25^th November in the presence of Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal. Sri. Abraham Varghese, the secretary, welcomed all. Sri. Rajan Thottathil, the president give away the presidential address. Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal, the spiritual director mentioned that the advisory board and current committee must share their expertise for the benefit of KMRM. Sri. Binu K. John, the ex-president offered all support and prayers to the new committee. Sri. George Thomas, the advisory board chairman assured all support to the current committee. Finally, the session concluded with vote of thanks by Sri. Rajan Mathew, Jt. Secretary.

Smt. Mariamma Varghese, beloved mother of His Excellency Most Rev. Geevarghese Mar Divannasios, Bishop of Puttur and wife of late Mr. Varghese Ottathengil passed away on 28 November 2011. The burial service will take place at St. Thomas Syro-Malankara Catholic Church Ichilampadi in the South Kannada District, on Friday 2 December, 2011. Major-Archbishop Catholicos His Beatitude Moran Mor Baselios Cleemis Catholicos will officiate the service. KMRM extends prayerful condolence.

YuvaJyothi participated in the sixth Christian Malayalam Group Song Competition on Friday, 18th November 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at the United Indian School Auditorium, Abbasiya organized by Youth Chorus.

KMRM Programme schedule for the year 2011-2012 was officially inaugurated on Thursday 17^th Novemebr 2011, after the holly mass at Holy Family Cathedral, Kuwait City. Rev. Dr. John Padipurckal, Spiritual Director lit the decorated candle from the altar candle and handed over to Vice President SamMon A.O. The programme schedule will be distributed at the earliest, mostly in coming days.

KMRM Congratulates Dn. Mathew Shoby OIC, on his priestly Ordination on monday, 21st November 2011. H.E. Rev. Dr. Joshua Mar Ignathios will be ordaining the Decon. The first holy Qurbana is scheduled on friday, 25th November 2011, in the gracious presence of H.E. Rev. Dr. Samuel Mar Irenius.

Dn. Mathew Shoby OIC is the brother Shinto Abraham [S048], Mary Matha prayer group, Fahaheel.

KMRM Congratulates Rev. Fr. Varghese Thekkemullavelil OIC, on his priestly Ordination on monday, 21st November 2011. H.E. Rev. Dr. Joshua Mar Ignathios consecrated the Decon. The first holy Qurbana is scheduled on thursday, 24th November 2011, in the gracious presence of H.E. Most Rev. Thomas Mar Koorilos, Arch Bishop of Thiruvalla. Rev. Fr. Varghese Thekkemullavelil OIC is the brother in law of Shaji Kunjachan [S064], St Pauls prayer group, Riggae.

T.K Lazar (65), father in law of Binu Abraham [B042], St. Mary's Prayer Group, Abbasiya, passed away on friday, 18th Novemebr 2011.

Heartfelt Condolences from KMRM to the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace.

"God bless you and keep you,
God smile on you and gift you,
God look you full in the face
and make you prosper."
(Numbers 6:24-26)

John Thulasserimanapurathu (71), father of Mr. Koshy M. John [K013], Shalom Prayer Group Abbasiya, passed away on 14.11.2011. Koshy M. John is available on ph. 0091,9747224560. Aby Victor [A003] is Son-in-Law.

Funeral will be on Tuesday, 15.11.2011, at St. Mary's Malankara Catholic Church, Anchal.

Heartfelt Condolences from KMRM to the bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace.

KMRM is honored by Rev. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil OIC. Rev. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil OIC is on a short visit to Kuwait from 4th November till 12th November 2011. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil is the brother of Shibu Thiruvalil [s029].

Also, please read the guest book entry by Sri. Varughese Mathew (Syro-Malankara UAE). �Nice to see the interview of Fr Mathew Kandathil on your Home Page. Thank you. �

Hudos Eetho Celebration Mass by three priests, Rev. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil OIC, Rev.Fr. Mathew Kandathil, and Rev. Dr. John Padipurakkal was arranged at St. Daniel Comboni Parish on 6th November 2011.

Interview with Rev. Fr. Mathew Kandathil is embeded below. Rev. Fr. Mathew Kandathil is on a short visit to attend second Gulf Catholic Charismatic Renewal Conference.

"God bless you and keep you,
God smile on you and gift you,
God look you full in the face
and make you prosper."
(Numbers 6:24-26)

A seminar is scheduled by KMRM Liturgical School and Baladeepam, on Saturday, 5th November 2011, from 2.30pm to 04.00 pm at Successline Auditorium, Abbassiya. All KMRM liturgical students of class 4 and above are requested to attend the seminar. The talk will be led by Rev. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil OIC.

A seminar is scheduled for Friends of Mary, by the KMRM Committee on Saturday, 5th November 2011 from 4.30 pm to 06.00 pm at Successline Auditorium, Abbassiya. All KMRM friends of Mary members are requested to attend the seminar. The talk will be led by Rev. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil OIC.

A seminar is scheduled for KMRM Youths by JuvaJyothi on Saturday, 5th November 2011 from 6.30 pm to 08.00 pm at Successline Auditorium, Abbassiya. All KMRM youths are requested to attend the seminar. The talk will be led by Rev. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil OIC.

The newly elected Managing committee took the oath on Thursday 27th October 2011 after the Holy Mass, which was delivered by the KMRM spiritual director Rev. Dr. John Padipurakkal. In the oath function, the committee members committed themselves to the Kuwait Diocese, Malankara Catholic Hierarchy and the Kuwait Malankara Rite Movement.

After the Oath the Ex-President Binu K.John handed over the three flex flags of Syro Malankara Bishops to the New President, as the symbolic representation of handing over the responsibility to the new Managing Committee. [Committee Members]

After the handing over ceremony Rajan Thottathil (President) addressed the members and sought their valuable support, cooperation and prayers. [click the image to see bigger image].

Rev. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil OIC is on a short visit to Kuwait from 4th November till 12th November 2011. Rev. Fr. Mathew is doing his research in Youth Pastoral and Catechetics at Salesian Pontifical University, Rome. He will be attending various programs organized by KMRM. Fr. Mathew Thiruvalil is the brother of Shibu Thiruvalil [s029]

Rev. Fr. Mathew Kandathil is presently at United Arab Emirates as the Chaplain to the Syro Malankara catholics in the in the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia. Rev Fr. Mathew Kandathil was born on 10 April 195

9 in Idukki district, Kerala, India. He did his minor seminary at Infant Mary's Minor Seminary, Tiruvalla, philosophy and theology at Papal Seminary Pune, Maharastra. He was ordained on 16 April 1986 and belongs to the Diocese of Bathery of the Syro Malankara Catholic Major Archiepiscopal Church. After his ordination, he served the Diocese of Bathery in various capacities, as the youth director, the family apostolate director, the corporate manager of the schools and colleges and parish priest of a few parishes. He has served in the Gulf countries for two years. Before he joined here, he has been serving the Diocese of Bathery as the procurator.

KMRM executive committee visited Rev. Fr. Varkey Chundevalel, and requested his prayers to accomplish a successful year ahead. Rev. Fr. Varkey Chundevalel was on a short visit to Kuwait, and now left to Rome. The priest offered his prayers and blessings to one and all in the Malankara Community here in Kuwait. Rev. Fr. Varkey Chundevalel is related to A.M. Abraham [A002].

The 17th annual general body meeting of the KMRM was conducted in the Virgin Mary hall of the Holy Family Cathedral Church Kuwait on 20th October 2011. The meeting was presided over by the President Binu K. John, in the presence of our Spiritual Director Rev. Dr. John Padipurackal. The annual report and financial statement were presented by the Secretary, Joseph K. Daniel and the Treasurer, Issac Kadakampalli respectively. Both the report and accounts were passed by the members after the discussion.

The General body appointed Kuruvilla Thomas, Shibu Jacob, and Sajitha Skaria as the election commissioners and, they conducted the election very efficiently. First time in the history of KMRM, an election was carried out to elect the President and Secretary respectively. The election process carried out very smoothly with the guidance of our spiritual director. Rajan Thottahil and Abraham Varghese were elected as the new president, and secretary respectively. The details of the Managing Committee members are available in "committee" under year 2011-2012 menu. The Advisory board members will be elected from the prayer group, and will be announced later.