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Welcome to the Spring edition!
With the Papal proclamation declaring 2021 as the year of St. Joseph, SMCB Times brings you a full feature on the much loved Saint. This includes the Saint's biography, parish festivities, a personal testimony and the story of Saint Brother André, who built the largest church in the world dedicated to St. Joseph.
In preparation for Easter Sunday, you can find joy and inspiration in our music videos, crafts and culinaire. A published poet shares a poem about Mary Magdalene's contemplation as she waits for her Saviour to rise on the third day. For curious minds out there, we unravel the reason behind the changing dates of Easter.
The 7th graders share with us, their understanding about the 10 commandments. Along with a feature on St.George and Part 2 of the Project ABCD series, we hope to engage the young readers out there!
To commemorate International Women's Day, a guest columnist was kind enough to share her thoughts. In this edition, we are commencing a multi part series on lesser known pilgrimage destinations in India. First Stop - Kolkata! In the third segment of Church History, we bring you memories from 2013 and 2014 and parishioners' personal reflections of their SMCB journeys thus far! As always, Stephen Achan and Pinto Achan through their writings, remind all of us to meditate on the tenets of Christian life. With this diverse collection, we hope you are inspired to keep reading!
~ The Editorial Team
Achan's Corner
Achan's Corner
Reflections for Divine Mercy Sunday
Reflections for Divine Mercy Sunday
Stephen Achan, reflects on Divine Mercy Sunday and shares choicest passages from St. Faustina's diary about her conversations with Jesus.
Pastoral Reflections
Pastoral Reflections
Family Alive with Forgiveness
Family Alive with Forgiveness
In the fourth installment of the "The Family Fully Alive" series, Fr. Pinto Paul, calls our attention to something that can interfere with praying together and living virtuously with joy, the joy that Jesus wants us to have.
The Year of St. Joseph
The Year of St. Joseph
St. Joseph's Feast
St. Joseph's Feast
The Feast of St. Joseph was celebrated in our church on March 21,2021.
Saint Brother Andre & St. Joseph
Saint Brother Andre & St. Joseph
Rev. Dr. Jomon Kalladanthiyil shares the story of Saint Brother André and his devotion to Saint Joseph, his inspiration to build the largest church dedicated to St. Joseph - Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount-Royal.
St. Joseph - Our Guardian!
St. Joseph - Our Guardian!
James and Alice Kutticherry share their personal testimony of gratitude to their guardian Saint. They have witnessed miraculous healing through their prayers and continual devotion to St. Joseph.
Saint of the Month
Saint of the Month
In the arms of St. Joseph - Simon Dewey (2004)
The Saint of the Month is St. Joseph - Guardian of the Redeemer and patron of the Universal Church. This article presents various theories and aspects of St. Joseph.
SMCB Church History
SMCB Church History
(2013- 14)
(2013- 14)
Parish Administration (2013 - 2014)
Parish Administration (2013 - 2014)
Rev. Fr. Mathew Pothalil, shares his reflections on his time as Vicar from 2014 to 2015.
Trustees - Varghese Thomas, Louis Mechery, Milton Mundanchery, share their perspectives on the years 2013-2014.
Events (2013-2014)
Events (2013-2014)
SMCB Family Units
SMCB Family Units
SMCB has 8 family units and a Nashua mission. In this edition, the family units in focus are Infant Jesus and Sacred Heart .
SMCB has 8 family units and a Nashua mission. In this edition, the family units in focus are Infant Jesus and Sacred Heart .
My SMCB Journey!
My SMCB Journey!
Christina Thomas Joseph reminisces fondly, the early years of the SMCB Parish. Since she became a member of the SMCB family in 2009, she has remained an active member and a passionate Catechist. This is Christina's account of how she started attending SMCB and found a parish to call her own!
Continuing the thread of sharing their journey at SMCB, Nirupa Abraham, one our own youth, shares what it was like growing up as a member of SMCB and how our community has helped them become who they are today!
EASTER SPECIAL
EASTER SPECIAL
"JESUS IN ME" is a music video done by Shanty Mathew.
"JESUS IN ME" is a music video done by Shanty Mathew.
It is a beautiful reminder of the joy and spirit of Easter. The invigorating compilation of young voices will surely bring a smile to your faces and evoke feelings of Joy, Peace, Hope, Gratitude and Surrender.
"HOPE" is a narrative music video done by Beji and Reena Joseph based on the ever popular song “Anupama Sneha Chaithanyame “. All of us are indeed troubled by the circumstances around us. As Christians, to follow Christ means to be a people of hope. And our hope is not in vain, because our God is ever faithful and true. Let our faith in him continue to be unshakable, even when the going gets tough! There is always light at the end of the tunnel and we are almost there! Let HOPE Prevail!!
Easter Musings
Easter Musings
കാവൽ
കാവൽ
Seena Joseph shares a beautiful poem about Mary Magdalene's contemplation as she waits for her Saviour to rise on the third day.
How is the date for Easter determined?
How is the date for Easter determined?
Ever wondered why Easter is celebrated early some years and late in others? In this article, Paul Joseph provides a brief summary of how the date of Easter is determined. Find out what the Spring Equinox and Full Moon have to do with Easter Sunday.
PILGRIM TALES - Part 1
PILGRIM TALES - Part 1
Road to Bandel Palli!
Road to Bandel Palli!
In the multi-part series of Pilgrim Tales, Rexy Joseph shares his experiences visiting some of the lesser known, but unique and important churches and shrines in India.
In this edition, Rexy takes you on a trip to Bandel Basilica, near Kolkata.
CULINAIRE!
CULINAIRE!
Squid/Koonthal Thoran
Squid/Koonthal Thoran
To add to your Easter menu, Smitha Depin brings you a seafood recipe which is a family favourite, so full of flavor!
GUEST COLUMNIST - Suja Mathew
GUEST COLUMNIST - Suja Mathew
International Women's Day - 2021
International Women's Day - 2021
March 8 is celebrated as International Women's Day. Our guest columnist, Suja Mathew brings to you - a reminder of how it all started, implications for women during the pandemic and scripture references which are relevant in our pursuit of positive change in the lives of women.
YOUTH CORNER
YOUTH CORNER
Project ABCD - Part 2
Project ABCD - Part 2
Neha Joseph, Grade 11 High School Reporter for SMCB Times, talks about how students navigate inter-racial interactions using code-switching and white washing. This episode also features an interview with Raimi Pramod, Grade 11. They discuss the term "Coconut", which is an ethnic slur.
St. George and the Dragon
St. George and the Dragon
Alex Joseph writes about how the story of Saint George, the legendary dragon-slayer and saint, actually came to be. Reflecting on both the legend and the actual story, one can learn how to be brave enough to defeat the demons and dragons that we all have as human beings.
EXPRESSIONS
EXPRESSIONS
The sibling pair - Rhea & Rohan Valantra sent us pictures of their Easter Crafts. A little paint and clay can add a nice touch to your unique creations!
FAITH FORMATION
FAITH FORMATION
Grade 7 - The Commandments
Grade 7 - The Commandments
Grade 7 CCD students, learnt about the 10 Commandments this year. Each child has put forward his/her understanding of the commandments, Jesus' teachings and how we can live the commandments.
CHURCH LIFE: Baptism of Avery Anne Chau
CHURCH LIFE: Baptism of Avery Anne Chau
Avery Anne Chau was baptized on Saturday March 20, 2021. Avery is the granddaughter of Teelar & Anne Paul, Dara Chau & Sareun Vann. Avery's parents are Mony Chau and Tena Paul Chau.
Avery being baptized
Fr. Pinto Paul and Avery
Avery with parents Mony Chau and Tena Paul Chau, god-parents (Sophannara Chau and Tenes Paul) with Fr. Pinto Paul & Fr. Stephen Kanippillil
Avery with grandparents, Fr. Pinto Paul & Fr. Stephen Kanippillil.
Welcome Mellu!
Welcome Mellu!
Mellu Binu
Mellu Binu, joins the SMCB Times team this month! With every edition, we are getting more submissions from our community. Mellu is going to be working on the website and publishing content. Some of the articles you may have read are Mellu's work.
Important Dates in April
Important Dates in April
Holy Week
March 28 - April 3
Easter
April 4
St George's Feast
April 25
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