This July, over a year since our first issue, and during the month of our nation's birth, we remember the power of new beginnings. In the time since 2021 began, we have looked through the history of our church from beginning to end. This month, we finish up by taking a look at church history from the most recent years and examine the history of the SMCB Times itself through an interactive quiz. After this, you can take a look at what our parish members have been cultivating, both in the kitchen and in the garden. From there we look into the festivals and Saints particular to this month before taking a visit back to the Motherland. Finally, in this month of July, we look forward to the future as our graduates move toward their future and, ultimately, the future of this community as well. As we end our reflection on our Church's history, we look forward to making more memories and growing in our faith and community together.
~ The Editorial Team
This year, we had a solemn Perunnal celebration. On the bright side, our church was open and we had a lot more attendees compared to last year.
Fr. Pinto Paul, continues his series on "Family Fully Alive". This time, the focus is on God's faithfulness to us, our faithfulness to God and to our families. There are also some interesting activities for the whole family!
Here are 6 questions to test your knowledge about the last 10 years of our church history. Answers can be found in the previous editions of SMCB Times. See how much you know about our church history.
Rev. Fr. Stephen Kanippillil, MCBS
Vicar, St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Catholic Church
Trustees Rexy Joseph, Antony Valantra, Jordy Jose share their perspectives on the years 2019-2021.
The vibrant SMCB community is in full display here through community photos of feasts, bible month events, bake sales and even video productions!
In 2006, Johnson Job walked into the Fernald Chapel to partake in the Syro Malabar Qurbana, for the first time since he moved to Boston. Now, 15 years later, he looks back at the early years he spent in SMCB with his young family and taking on leadership roles within the CCD program along the way.
Our CCD/Faith Formation program received a Certificate of Appreciation for the Best Sunday School for year 2019-20.
Congratulations to the CCD leadership team, teachers, students and the whole community!
Sherin Tresa shares a recipe for flavorful quick-cooking kebabs which are ideal for grilling during summer. These kebabs also make for easy appetizers for your next party!
Biju Thoompil ന്റെ നർമത്തിൽ ചാലിച്ച ഒരു യാത്രാവിവരണം. 2-ാം ഭാഗം.
St. Alphonsa holds a unique place in Kerala, as she is the first canonized saint of the Syro-Malabar Church. Her feast day is celebrated on 28th July. Take a closer look at her early years and life events leading to her beatification.
The early June rose blooms from Alice Andrews' garden are a sight to behold! Enjoy these beauties in their varied colors and forms!
Luca is the son of Ancy and Jeffin Varghese. His grandparents are Rossily and George Valiyakalathil; Jessy and Philip Varghese.
Receiving blessings
Luca with parents Ancy and Jeffin Varghese
July 3 Dukhrana, Mass at 10 AM
July 4, Independence Day
July 28, Feast of St. Alphonsa
Only 6 questions to test your knowledge of our church history!