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Parish History
With the arrival of a sizable number of Orthodox Syrian Christians to Canada from India and via the Middle East in the 1960s, Toronto became the focal point for the formation of the first Orthodox Syrian Christian Parish in Canada.
The first Holy Qurbana was conducted on Christmas Day in 1969 by Rev. Fr. Dr. N.K. Thomas.
In 1970, after the official recognition as the first Parish in North America, Rev. Fr. K.C. George [later very Rev. K.C. Geevarghese Ramban] was appointed as our vicar. On October 3, 1970, at a meeting of the parish members, it was decided that the parish would be dedicated to Parumala Thirumeni, our Patron Saint It was also decided to conduct Holy Qurbana at least once every two months at the Trinity College Chapel, 6 Hoskin Avenue, Toronto.
Upcoming Events
08:30 AM : Morning Prayer
09:30 AM : Holy Qurbana
4th Sunday : English Service
All other Sundays : Malayalam
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Regular Classes:
Every Sunday
Time: After Holy Qurbana
October 6, 2024
Common Session Only
No individual classes
St. Mary’s Prayer
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue: Residence of George Padinjarethalackal & Sherly George (Membership ID: G06)
St. Paul’s Prayer
Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM
Venue: Residence of George M George & Aleyamma George (Membership ID: G04)
Thursday, October 10, 2024
St. Joseph Elders Forum Luncheon Meeting
Venue: Church
Sunday, October 13, 2024
05:30 PM: Parish Nite
Venue: Anapilis Halls
Address: 2185 Stave bank Rd, Mississauga, ON L5C 1T3
Sunday, October 20, 2024
After Holy Liturgy: Thanksgiving day Auction
Venue: Church
News Update
Parish GBM for Bylaw Amendment will be on Sunday October 06, 2024
We request all our eligible members to be present for the meeting. We need to assure our existence as an Indian Malankara Orthodox Community abiding with the 1934 Constitution of the Malankara Orthodox Church while adhering to the Charity rule of Canada. Being responsible members of the parish, we cannot miss the meeting which will be so important for the smooth running of our parish. Please keep praying for the meeting and ensure our presence.
The amendments draft has bee sent to all our members to read and make suggestions or enquiries. For any clarifications, it will be done at the GBM. Suggestions can be sent either via sgoctoronto@gmail.com or shared in person at the GBM.
St. George Prayer
St. George Prayer Meeting was held on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at the residence of Babu Zachariah & Renjini.
Upcoming Prayer Meetings
St. Mary’s Prayer
St. Mary’s Prayer Meeting is scheduled on Saturday, October 05, 2024 at the residence of George Padinjarethalackal & Sherly George (Membership ID: G06) at 4:00 PM.
St. Paul’s Prayer
St. Paul’s Prayer Meeting is scheduled on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at the residence of George M George & Aleyamma George (Membership ID: G04) at 4:30 PM.
Parish Nite 2024- October 13, Sunday
The biggest cultural celebration of our parish is the Parish Nite. This year it will be on Sunday, October 13 at Anapilis Halls, 2185 Stave bank Rd, Mississauga, ON L5C 1T3. The program will begin at 05:30 pm and finish at 08:30 pm. Snacks will be served in the beginning and main course will be served after the program. We request all the organisations to plan at the earliest. Every organisation will get up to 30 minutes for their presentation including setting up and any lag anticipated without exceeding the timeframe. The event will be coordinated by MMVS and will be screened and oversaw by the Management Committee. We encourage only group presentations.
The tickets were released last Sunday to organisational secretaries and their families.
Ticket Rates:
Adult (Age 16 and above): $40
Children (Ages 5 to 15): $30
Children below age 5: Free (No tickets will be issued)
Please collect your ticket from MMVS or Seniors Forum members.
Thanksgiving Day will be celebrated in our parish on Sunday, October 20,2024 after Holy Liturgy.
Please look for this great day of Thanksgiving and bring items for auction. Details shall be announced soon. A sign-up sheet shall be opened for our members to update what they would be bringing. Please don’t wait till the end to sign up. A gentle reminder to our families and members who will be travelling to India or to other places, please bring items for auction from there. Please keep the event in prayer.
HH Baselios Paulose II Charity Food Drive
We had initiated a charity drive in memory of HH Baselios Paulose II last year, which we plan to continue every year. This year, it took a while to initiate the drive but it is now open and will be open only in the month of August. We can bring non-perishable foods. Whatever we collect, it will be handed over to food banks similar to last year. We request all our members to participate, as we know that the food banks are struggling to meet the requirements of people who have nothing. Every effort can nourish those around us. Let us earnestly work together for our society.
Envelopes to be collected (Towards Catholicate Day, Diocesan Day, Sunday School Day, Mission Sunday, Seminary Day)
Please pick up one envelope for each family and bring it back with the contribution towards Catholicate Day $150/-, Diocesan Day $ 120/-, Sunday School $10/-, Mission Sunday $ 10/-, Seminary Day $ 10/- altogether $300/- The collected amount shall be sent to the Headquarters and Diocesan Office before November. Please bring back the envelopes at the earliest. Being dutiful members of the Church, we need to support the church, the diocese, and the organisations.
Pray and reach out to Wayanad Landslide victims
We request our spiritual organisations and all our beloved members to offer all possible support to Wayanad.
The affected areas require a lot of cleaning, clearing and construction to restore it to a normal habitat. It is our duty and responsibility to offer all support possible. We can contribute through arranging food, clothes and raising funds to assist in rebuilding and rehabilitating. Let us join hands to support the rebuilding projects.
We uphold the victims in prayer. We assure our support by being there for them.
MMVS 2nd Annual Regional meet:
Scheduled for Oct 19th – 2024. There will be a Talent show in addition to Bible Study. It will be hosted by our parish.
Art Exhibition:
Scheduled tentatively for Nov 17th, 2024. All interested in displaying their art skill are requested to start preparing for the same.
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