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Diocese Council Member
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\n\t\t\t\t\tHISTORY\n\t\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t
Migration of Syrian Jacobite faithful to Switzerland began in the late 1970s. The pioneers, though very few in number kept in touch with one another and were very passionate about preserving their faith and cultural identity. As a result of their consistent efforts the first Holy Qurbana was celebrated by Rev. Dr.
Joseph Maramkandom in March 1991 in Basel for the first time. Thereafter, he came to Switzerland a few occasions and celebrated Holy Qurbana but still there was no congregation formed. In August 1992, our present Catholicos Aboun Mor Baselios Thomas I (then H.E. Mor Divanasios Thomas, Metropolitan of Angamaly Diocese) came to Switzerland and celebrated Holy Querbana. It is a mere example of His extra-ordinary vision that he gifted us a Tabaleetha, an Achu and a Thaksa so that if any Priest visit Switzerland can celebrate Holy Querbana without any difficulty. In due course, Deacon Eldose Kavungampillil came to London for higher studies and he took the initiative to conduct prayer meetings in Switzerland. He was ordained Priest in September 1994 and, in Europe, the first Holy Querbano was celebrated in Switzerland. In November 1994 H.E. Late Mor Osthathious Benyamin visited Switzerland and after the Holy Qurbana he declared the prayer group as a Congregation named St. Mary \u0301s Syriac Orthodox Congregation Switzerland.
The new millennium witnessed and influx of more families arrived from Vienna added extra spirit to everyone. With the limited resources, the Congregation showed great determination and took challenges to achieve different goals. In November 2003 our Congregation has got registered with ecumenical organisation AGCK, the largest Christian Association in Switzerland and also became a permanent member in AGOCK. In 2004 we were blessed with a new leadership H.E. Dr. Mor Theophilos Kuriakose, a very efficient organiser and an unwavering personality, he is a shining example of someone who can stay calm and composed with eyes fixed right on the target even in times of turbulence. The same year the congregation have celebrated its 10th Anniversary. Holy Trimass was celebrated followed by an ecumenical meeting and cultural programmes. A souvenir was also published marking the 10th Anniversary celebrations of the Congregation. On the same Day the congregation was raised to the status of a Parish by Catholicose H.B. Mor Baselios Thomas I named as St. Mary \u0301s Malankara Syriac Orhodox Church Switzerland and Fr.EldoseKauvungumpillil was appointed as the first vicar of the Parish.<\/p>\n
In December 2005, the Patriarchal Vicar of the Diocese appointed Rev. Fr. Jomy Joseph (now H.E. Dr. Mor Anthimos Matthews) as the Vicar of the Parish. The appointment and arrival of Rev. Fr. Jomy was a major step toward the growth of the Parish. In February 2011 Rev. Fr. Dr. Prince Mannathoor was appointed as the vicar and he served the community with full dedication for few years. In October 2013 Rev. Fr. Dr. Kuriakose Kollannoor took charge as the vicar of the Parish and served the parish for another 6 years. In September 2019 Rev. Fr. Paul Punnackal George has appointed as the vicar of the church by H. E. Dr. Mor Theophilose Kuriakose Metropolitan and he is continuing till today. The Holy Qurbana is celebrated once in every month (third Sunday) and it is praiseworthy that Sunday School is functioning. Other Associations like Youth and Vanitha Samajam are the integral part of our Parish. The parish also engaged in several social activities for the benefit of the needy. The plans of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of His heart through generations<\/p>\n\tDear Brothers and Sisters in our Lord,
\nIt is with great joy and gratitude that I welcome you to our church website. St.Mary’s Malankara Syriac Orthodox Church serves as a spiritual haven for the Indian diaspora of Jacobite Syriac Orthodox members residing in Switzerland, which is a part of Syriac Orthodox Church of Antioch. Through this platform, we aim to share messages that encourage, guide, and strengthen our faith journey. May this allow us to deepen our relationship with God and experience His unfailing love and grace. As a Christian church, we are centered on the teachings of Jesus Christ and the rich traditions of the Syriac Orthodox Church. Our collective worship, sacraments, and ministries aim to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive community that embraces all individuals seeking solace, support, and spiritual growth. Let our parish be a success in showing the right way through Orthodox faith, teachings,
\nspirituality and prayers of Syriac Orthodox Church in the Diaspora by witnessing it through our life. Our website offers a wealth of information regarding our church, its history, ministries, and upcoming events. We have also integrated an online prayer request form, allowing you to submit your specific prayer needs. Feel free to share your
\nthoughts, questions, or prayer requests, as it will be my pleasure to support you and provide guidance whenever needed. May this website serve as a bridge connecting us together, fostering a strong sense
\nof community, even as we embrace our cultural heritage and grow in our faith. As you explore our digital home, I pray that you find solace, inspiration, and a renewed commitment to your spiritual journey.
\nI am also praying for all who live in Diaspora to be blessed and filled with the Holy Spirit, through the grace of the Holy Trinity and the intercession of the blessed Holy Virgin Mary, and all the saints and martyrs of the Holy Church. God bless you abundantly, and may our parish be a source of strength and support in your life.
\nYours in our Lord,\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\tFr. Paul Punnackal George\n\t\t\t\t<\/h5>\n\t\t\t
Vicar, St. Mary’s MSOC, Switzerland<\/p>\n\t
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The Church of Antioch was established by\u00a0Peter\u00a0in AD 32.<\/p>\n
When Peter left\u00a0Antioch, to go to\u00a0Rome\u00a0(where he would establish the\u00a0Church of Rome\u00a0and later die), he appointed\u00a0Evodius\u00a0as Patriarch. Evodius was succeeded by\u00a0Ignatius, who was the first to describe the church as “Catholic” meaning “Universal”.<\/p>\n
During the\u00a0Synod of Nicaea, the Bishop of Antioch became one of the\u00a0Patriarchs of the Pentarchy\u00a0(along with fellow\u00a0Patriarchate of Alexandria). After the\u00a0Council at Chalcedon,\u00a0Christianity\u00a0split into the\u00a0Catholics\u00a0and the\u00a0Oriental Orthodox, thus splitting the Church of Antioch. The Patriarch of Antioch and\u00a0Pope of Alexandria\u00a0led the Oriental Orthodox, and the\u00a0Patriarch of Constantinople\u00a0and the\u00a0Pope of Rome\u00a0led the Catholic Church.<\/p>\n
Severus, the Patriarch of Antioch, was exiled to Egypt by the\u00a0Emperor of the Byzantine Empire\u00a0for following the Oriental Orthodox Church. The Catholic group of the Church of Antioch (later\u00a0Greek Orthodox Church of Antioch), accepted the new Patriarch, appointed by the\u00a0Pope of Rome, as their new Patriarch, after the exile of Severus. The\u00a0Syriac Orthodox Church, or the Oriental Orthodox group of the\u00a0Church of Antioch, continued to accept Severus as Patriarch until his death in AD 538.\u00a0In AD 518 the Patriarchate was forced to flee from Antioch and it continues move from place to place until it moved to\u00a0Dayro d-Mor Hanayo\u00a0(Kurkmo Dayro, or Deir az-Za’faran), in\u00a0Mardin, Turkey\u00a0in 1106.<\/p>\n\t
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