CSI Diocese CSI Madhya Kerala Diocese • 📍 Punnakkadu, Pathanamthitta
✝ Spiritual Guidance & Pastoral Counsel

Pastoral Messages & Exhortations

Episcopal greetings and pastoral messages from our Diocesan Bishop and Presbyter-in-Charge.

Rt Rev Dr Malayil Sabu Koshy Cherian - Bishop of CSI Madhya Kerala Diocese
✝ Diocesan Bishop
Official Episcopal Address "That They All May Be One" — John 17:21

"The Church is the Continuation of Christ's Mission in this World"

Rt. Rev. Dr. Malayil Sabu Koshy Cherian

Bishop, CSI Madhya Kerala Diocese

✝ Former Parish Presbyter, CSI Punnakkadu
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Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

— Matthew 5:16

Dear People of God in Christ Jesus,

I warmly welcome you to the official website of St. Thomas CSI Church, Punnackadu, a distinguished and historic parish of the CSI Madhya Kerala Diocese. Having had the joy and privilege of serving as the former Parish Presbyter of this blessed congregation, it gives me immense joy and pastoral pride to welcome every visitor to our digital fellowship.

The Church is fundamentally the living continuation of Christ's redemptive mission in this world. The Constitution of the Church of South India clearly specifies our divine calling: the faithful proclamation of the Gospel, the pastoral nurture of God's flock, selfless service to the suffering, establishing social justice, and holy stewardship of God's creation.

Prayerful study of the Scriptures, powerful preaching of the Word, and committed, compassionate service to the needy make the Church vibrant, relevant, and faithful to our Lord. In this regard, CSI Church, Punnakkadu has pioneered an exemplary mode of practical evangelism through the renowned Community Health Project. Witnessing to Christ's healing touch across the wider community is a shining testimony of the Church in contemporary society.

I am deeply proud of CSI Church, Punnakkadu, its leadership, and its faithful members. I am confident that together, we will march into the future with health, vision, and spiritual vitality. May the Almighty God richly bless everyone visiting this website.

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In Christ's Eternal Service & Pastoral Prayers,

Rt. Rev. Dr. Malayil Sabu Koshy Cherian

Bishop of the CSI Diocese of Madhya Kerala
Rev. Shalu T. H. Mathew & Family - CSI Punnakkadu
✝ ഇടവക വികാരി
Vicar's Pastoral Message • വികാരിയുടെ സന്ദേശം ✨ 160+ Years of Grace & Heritage

Welcome to the CSI St. Thomas Church Family

Rev. Shalu T. H. Mathew & Family

Vicar & Presbyter-in-Charge, CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnackad

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"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

— Matthew 11:28

Dear Friends in Christ,

Greetings in the precious name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

It is my joy to welcome you to the official website of CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnackad. Whether you are one of our parish members, visiting our church for the first time, or simply searching for hope and spiritual guidance, I pray that you will experience God's love and peace through this online ministry.

Our church is more than a place of worship — it is a family united by faith in Christ, where every person is valued, welcomed, and encouraged to grow in God's grace. Together we seek to worship God wholeheartedly, study His Word faithfully, care for one another compassionately, and serve our community with Christ-like love.

Life brings moments of joy, celebration, uncertainty, and sorrow. Through every season, we believe that God remains faithful, walking with us and strengthening us with His unfailing presence. As a parish, we desire to be a community where faith is nurtured, hope is renewed, and lives are transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

I invite you to explore our website, learn about our worship services and ministries, participate in our fellowship, and become part of our journey of faith. Whether you join us in person or connect with us online, you are always welcome here.

"The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace."

— Numbers 6:24-26

May the Lord bless you and your family with His peace, wisdom, and abundant grace. I look forward to welcoming you personally to our church family.

In Christ's Loving Service,
Rev. Shalu T. H. Mathew
Vicar, CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnakkad

✝ വികാരിയുടെ ഇടവക സന്ദേശം (Malayalam Message)

ക്രിസ്തുവിൽ പ്രിയ സ്നേഹിതരേ / ഇടവകാംഗങ്ങളേ,

നമ്മുടെ കർത്താവും രക്ഷിതാവുമായ യേശുക്രിസ്തുവിന്റെ അതിപരിശുദ്ധ നാമത്തിൽ സ്നേഹവന്ദനം. സി.എസ്.ഐ. മദ്ധ്യകേരള മഹായിടവകയുടെ കീഴിലുള്ള പ്രമുഖവും പാരമ്പര്യസമ്പന്നവുമായ സി.എസ്.ഐ. സെന്റ് തോമസ് സഭ, പുന്നക്കാട് ഔദ്യോഗിക വെബ്സൈറ്റിലേക്ക് ഏവർക്കും ഹൃദ്യമായ സ്വാഗതം ആശംസിക്കുന്നു.

നമ്മുടെ ഇടവക കേവലം ഒരു ആരാധനാലയം മാത്രമല്ല; ക്രിസ്തുവിൽ ഒന്നായിച്ചേർന്ന വിശ്വാസ കുടുംബമാണ്. ദൈവത്തെ പൂർണ്ണഹൃദയത്തോടെ ആരാധിക്കുവാനും, തിരുവചനം ആഴമായി പഠിക്കുവാനും, പരസ്പരം സ്നേഹത്തിലും കരുതലിലും വളരുവാനും, സമൂഹത്തിന് ക്രിസ്തുസ്നേഹത്തിന്റെ മാതൃകയാകുവാനും നാം പ്രതിജ്ഞാബദ്ധരാണ്.

ദൈവകൃപയാൽ 160-ൽ പരം വർഷങ്ങളുടെ പാരമ്പര്യമുള്ള നമ്മുടെ ഇടവകയുടെ ആരാധനകളിലും ആത്മീയ ശുശ്രൂഷകളിലും പങ്കുചേരുവാൻ ഏവരെയും സ്വാഗതം ചെയ്യുന്നു. സർവ്വശക്തനായ ദൈവം നിങ്ങളെയും നിങ്ങളുടെ കുടുംബങ്ങളെയും സമൃദ്ധമായി അനുഗ്രഹിക്കട്ടെ.

In Christ's Service / ക്രിസ്തുവില്‍ ശുശ്രൂഷകൻ,

Rev. Shalu T. H. Mathew

Vicar, CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnackad

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