May 2019
05/19 - 05/25
Announcements from Sunday school: There will be a memory verse competitions on Sunday, May 26th during Sunday school.
Announcements from Young Family Fellowship: There will be a Young Family Fellowship general body meeting on June 2nd Sunday immediately after the church service.
Announcements from Young Family Fellowship: There will be a Young Family Fellowship general body meeting on June 2nd Sunday immediately after the church service.
05/12 - 05/18
Announcements from Sunday school :There will be no Sunday school next Sunday May 19th. There will be a memory verse competitions on May 26th
Clergy Conference and Assembly: Our Vicar Rev. Shibi Abraham Achen will be out of town from Thursday May 16th to Saturday May 18th for Clergy conference and Assembly
Clergy Conference and Assembly: Our Vicar Rev. Shibi Abraham Achen will be out of town from Thursday May 16th to Saturday May 18th for Clergy conference and Assembly
NOVEMBER 2018
11/25-12/2
Other Announcement
House to House Caroling will start on Dec 7,2018. Song practice will be held on Tuesday 11/27/2018 at 7.30 pm , Wednesday 11/28/2018 at 7.30 pm and Sunday 12/02/2018 after church service.
22nd Diocesan Leadership Conference scheduled to be held from Jan 3-6, 2019. Venue: The Canada Mar Thoma Church (159 Sandiford Drive, Whitchurch-Stoufville, Ontario L4A0G4, Canada.
Theme: Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead based on Luke 22:26
Registration Fee: $100.00 USD (by Nov 17, 2018)
Late Registration: $120.00 USD (Nov 18, 2018- Dec 2,2018)
Conference Website: http//teammartho.com/dlc/.
You may contact Rev. Christopher Phil David (DYFC Vice President) at 732 754 8131/516 428 0722/ cpdachen@gmail.com for more information.
House to House Caroling will start on Dec 7,2018. Song practice will be held on Tuesday 11/27/2018 at 7.30 pm , Wednesday 11/28/2018 at 7.30 pm and Sunday 12/02/2018 after church service.
22nd Diocesan Leadership Conference scheduled to be held from Jan 3-6, 2019. Venue: The Canada Mar Thoma Church (159 Sandiford Drive, Whitchurch-Stoufville, Ontario L4A0G4, Canada.
Theme: Lead to Serve, Serve to Lead based on Luke 22:26
Registration Fee: $100.00 USD (by Nov 17, 2018)
Late Registration: $120.00 USD (Nov 18, 2018- Dec 2,2018)
Conference Website: http//teammartho.com/dlc/.
You may contact Rev. Christopher Phil David (DYFC Vice President) at 732 754 8131/516 428 0722/ cpdachen@gmail.com for more information.
NOVEMBER 2017
11/6
1) Family Night - As announced earlier, family night event will be held on Saturday, Nov 11th at 6 pm. If you/family members are interested to participate in talent shows, please contact Achen or Secretary. Let us work together to make our Family Night a blessing for everyone.
2) Thanksgiving dinner and offertory - As decided, we are planning to have a thanksgiving dinner on Wednesday, November 22nd at church. Please come and partake in this blessing. At this time we are looking for sponsors - one or more families who are willing sponsor the dinner. Please contact Achen or Trustees if you are interested to sponsor. Also, the thanksgiving Sunday offertory collection will be used for the Pollachi mission work - please contribute generously for this noble cause.
3) Youth Fellowship announcement - Youth fellowship general body meeting held on Sunday, Nov 5th after church service. Agenda: Election of 2018 office bearers, committee members and executive committee member, AOB
4) Yuvajana Sakhyam announcement - Yuvajana Sakhyam general body meeting will be held on Sunday, Nov 12th immediately after church service. All members are requested to attend this meeting. Agenda: Election of 2018 office bearers, committee members and executive committee member, AOB
5) Choir announcement - Choir general body meeting will be held on Sunday, Nov 12th immediately after church service. All members are requested to attend this meeting. Agenda: Election of 2018 office bearers, committee members and executive committee member, AOB
6) Note from Trustees - Individual contribution list (up till October 31st) has been posted on the notice board/back wall. Please check and notify the trustees in case any corrections need to be made.
7) Special thanks to Yuvajana Sakhyam members for assisting with church service and for providing snacks on Nov 5th (Yuvajana Sunday).
2) Thanksgiving dinner and offertory - As decided, we are planning to have a thanksgiving dinner on Wednesday, November 22nd at church. Please come and partake in this blessing. At this time we are looking for sponsors - one or more families who are willing sponsor the dinner. Please contact Achen or Trustees if you are interested to sponsor. Also, the thanksgiving Sunday offertory collection will be used for the Pollachi mission work - please contribute generously for this noble cause.
3) Youth Fellowship announcement - Youth fellowship general body meeting held on Sunday, Nov 5th after church service. Agenda: Election of 2018 office bearers, committee members and executive committee member, AOB
4) Yuvajana Sakhyam announcement - Yuvajana Sakhyam general body meeting will be held on Sunday, Nov 12th immediately after church service. All members are requested to attend this meeting. Agenda: Election of 2018 office bearers, committee members and executive committee member, AOB
5) Choir announcement - Choir general body meeting will be held on Sunday, Nov 12th immediately after church service. All members are requested to attend this meeting. Agenda: Election of 2018 office bearers, committee members and executive committee member, AOB
6) Note from Trustees - Individual contribution list (up till October 31st) has been posted on the notice board/back wall. Please check and notify the trustees in case any corrections need to be made.
7) Special thanks to Yuvajana Sakhyam members for assisting with church service and for providing snacks on Nov 5th (Yuvajana Sunday).
JUNE 2017
06/11
On Monday, June 12th at 9 pm we will be having the next session of the Thirusannidhiyil (a prayer channel of Edavaka Mission of Southern region). The message will be delivered by Rev. Philip Philip, asst. vicar of Houston MTC.
VBS - We had our VBS finale on Sunday, June 11th after church. Thanks to Achen, Kochamma, teachers, volunteers and parents for making this year's VBS a memorable one. About 36 children had registered for VBS. Special thanks to Mr. P.C Jacob and family for all their efforts esp. preparing breakfast, lunch and snacks.
VBS - We had our VBS finale on Sunday, June 11th after church. Thanks to Achen, Kochamma, teachers, volunteers and parents for making this year's VBS a memorable one. About 36 children had registered for VBS. Special thanks to Mr. P.C Jacob and family for all their efforts esp. preparing breakfast, lunch and snacks.
05/28-6/3
Other Announcements:
1) Time Change - The General Body met on Sunday after church and the Sunday service time was changed to 10 am, effective June 4th.
2) Sunday School time has changed to 9 am on Sundays.
3) Edavaka Mission announcement - The 14th Diocesan conference will be held from July 20-23 at California State University, East Bay. Hosted by MTC of San Francisco, Bay Area. For details and forms, please contact Mr. Babu Mathew.
4) Special thanks to Mr. Rajan George and Mr. Babu Mathew for fixing the motor/track to reverse the direction of opening/closing of Madbaha curtain without replacing any existing equipment.
5) Best wishes to all Birthday and Wedding Anniversary celebrants.
1) Time Change - The General Body met on Sunday after church and the Sunday service time was changed to 10 am, effective June 4th.
2) Sunday School time has changed to 9 am on Sundays.
3) Edavaka Mission announcement - The 14th Diocesan conference will be held from July 20-23 at California State University, East Bay. Hosted by MTC of San Francisco, Bay Area. For details and forms, please contact Mr. Babu Mathew.
4) Special thanks to Mr. Rajan George and Mr. Babu Mathew for fixing the motor/track to reverse the direction of opening/closing of Madbaha curtain without replacing any existing equipment.
5) Best wishes to all Birthday and Wedding Anniversary celebrants.
MAY 2017
5/14
Other Announcements:
1) General Body Notice - There will be a general body meeting on May 28th after Holy Communion service to transact the following agenda:
a) Election of two (2) auditors
b) Worship time change
c) Sunday school time change
d) Christmas Gana Sandhya program
e) All other business with permission of chair
This notice has been posted on the notice board.
2) The Spring Cleaning event held at church on May 13th - A BIG "Thank you" to Yuvajana Sakhyam for organizing and all who participated in this event. About 29 adults and 12 children came and joined hands to clean the church and the premises.
1) General Body Notice - There will be a general body meeting on May 28th after Holy Communion service to transact the following agenda:
a) Election of two (2) auditors
b) Worship time change
c) Sunday school time change
d) Christmas Gana Sandhya program
e) All other business with permission of chair
This notice has been posted on the notice board.
2) The Spring Cleaning event held at church on May 13th - A BIG "Thank you" to Yuvajana Sakhyam for organizing and all who participated in this event. About 29 adults and 12 children came and joined hands to clean the church and the premises.
JANUARY 2017
1/16
Yuvajana Sakhyam meeting next Sunday Jan 22nd , 6pm at Church
General body meeting to be held on Jan 22nd Sunday after Church service.
Agenda (1) Election of sabha Mandalam member for the term April 2017 to March 2020
(2) Election of Diocesan Assembly member for the term April 2017 to March 2020
(3) Paying off Building loan (Hall)
(4) Any other Business with permission of Chair.
General body meeting to be held on Jan 22nd Sunday after Church service.
Agenda (1) Election of sabha Mandalam member for the term April 2017 to March 2020
(2) Election of Diocesan Assembly member for the term April 2017 to March 2020
(3) Paying off Building loan (Hall)
(4) Any other Business with permission of Chair.
July 2016
7/24
Kudos to everyone, Harvest Festival auction brought in with rough estimation around $ 9,600.00. If every member contributes it will easily clear over $ 10,000.00.Thanks for all the hardwork,support & contribution.
Reminder.. Family Night is Sept 3rd Sat, at 6pm at Hall.
Picnic is Oct 1st Sat at Markham Park.
Reminder.. Family Night is Sept 3rd Sat, at 6pm at Hall.
Picnic is Oct 1st Sat at Markham Park.
7/17
The next General Body meeting to held on July 17th (sun) after Church service.
Agenda.. 1. To buy or lease a vehicle (car / small SUV) for the Vicar.
2. To look into ways and means to raise funds/finance for the Church.
3. To incorporate 5 members to Building Management Committee.
4. Any other Business with permission of Chair.
Picnic postponed from Aug 6th to Oct 1st.
The next General Body meeting to held on July 17th (sun) after Church service.
Agenda.. 1. To buy or lease a vehicle (car / small SUV) for the Vicar.
2. To look into ways and means to raise funds/finance for the Church.
3. To incorporate 5 members to Building Management Committee.
4. Any other Business with permission of Chair.
Picnic postponed from Aug 6th to Oct 1st.
June 2016
Yuvajana Sakhyam meeting this Satuday at Church on June 18th Saturday at 6.00pm.
Special Prayer for Late Mr. Rajan Zakariah this Friday June 17th at his Residence at 7.30pm.
Special Prayer for Late Mr. Rajan Zakariah this Friday June 17th at his Residence at 7.30pm.
FEBRUARY 2016
Lent Schedule House Prayer
Mar 2nd (wed) Abraham Varghese
Mar 3rd (thu) Alex Attapallil
Mar 4th (fri) Dr Mammen C Jacob
Mar 5th (sat) Georgy Varghese
Mar 6th (sun) Mathen Kochupurackal
Mar 7th (mon) JohnOonnoonny
Mar 8th (tue) Koshy Valiathodathil
Mar 9th (wed) Alex Abraham
Mar 10th (thu) Simon P Simon
Mar 11th (fri) Mathew Kuruvilla
Mar 12th (sat) Dr. Philip Koshy
Mar 14th (Mon) Jacob Kalayil
Mar 15th (tue) Geetha John
Mar 16th (wed) Geevarghese Chacko
Mar 17th (thu) Varghese Jacob
Mar 18th (fri) George Rabindran
Mar 19th (sat) Varghese Zachariah
Please note House Lent Prayer is from Mar 2nd to Mar 19th.only
Only Vacant Date available now is Mar 13th Sunday. Call me 954-292-4462
Mar 2nd (wed) Abraham Varghese
Mar 3rd (thu) Alex Attapallil
Mar 4th (fri) Dr Mammen C Jacob
Mar 5th (sat) Georgy Varghese
Mar 6th (sun) Mathen Kochupurackal
Mar 7th (mon) JohnOonnoonny
Mar 8th (tue) Koshy Valiathodathil
Mar 9th (wed) Alex Abraham
Mar 10th (thu) Simon P Simon
Mar 11th (fri) Mathew Kuruvilla
Mar 12th (sat) Dr. Philip Koshy
Mar 14th (Mon) Jacob Kalayil
Mar 15th (tue) Geetha John
Mar 16th (wed) Geevarghese Chacko
Mar 17th (thu) Varghese Jacob
Mar 18th (fri) George Rabindran
Mar 19th (sat) Varghese Zachariah
Please note House Lent Prayer is from Mar 2nd to Mar 19th.only
Only Vacant Date available now is Mar 13th Sunday. Call me 954-292-4462
DECEMBER 2015
As we all know that sudden demise of our beloved Suffragan Metropolitan , Rt. Rev. Dr Zacharias Mar Theophilus Thirumeni , we will have a condolences meeting tomorrow Monday (12-28-2015) at church at 7 pm .We request all members please attend that meeting with prayer.
1. Watch night Service will begin on December 31st with praise and worship at 9.30pm/Holy Communion in (Malayalam) will begin at 11 pm
2. Next Sunday we will have Holy Communion services in Malayalam at 10 am.
3. There will be no fasting prayer this week.
4. Classes for the first communicants will be held next Sunday after the worship service.
5.Tirusannidyal canceled
1. Watch night Service will begin on December 31st with praise and worship at 9.30pm/Holy Communion in (Malayalam) will begin at 11 pm
2. Next Sunday we will have Holy Communion services in Malayalam at 10 am.
3. There will be no fasting prayer this week.
4. Classes for the first communicants will be held next Sunday after the worship service.
5.Tirusannidyal canceled
NOVEMBER 2015
11/15
General Body Notice
A general body of South Florida marthoma church will be held on 11/22/15 right after the service.
Agenda
1) Election of office bearers for the year 2016.
2) Election of 2 auditors for the year 2016
3) AOB
The General Body of Choir will be held next Sunday (Nov.22, 2015) at 9.30 am at Church.
The election of the representative to Church Executive committee will be held in this meeting.
Occupational license for the Church
we have received the Occupational License for the Church. This is placed at the Notice Board. - Varughese Jacob Trustee
Our thurumeni will visit our church on Jan24 th 2016, if any one wants to partake in the first holy communion and wants to be altar boy or covenant girls kindly inform the vicar.
House to house carol services will be starting on first Nov 27, 28, begin with cooper city and holly wood area. Area representative will inform you the time and date for the visit.
Tomorrow (Wednesday 11/18/15) at 8 pm, we will have a house to house carol songs practice session at church ,those who are interested please come to church at 8 pm .any question please call 586-556-6122
A general body of South Florida marthoma church will be held on 11/22/15 right after the service.
Agenda
1) Election of office bearers for the year 2016.
2) Election of 2 auditors for the year 2016
3) AOB
The General Body of Choir will be held next Sunday (Nov.22, 2015) at 9.30 am at Church.
The election of the representative to Church Executive committee will be held in this meeting.
Occupational license for the Church
we have received the Occupational License for the Church. This is placed at the Notice Board. - Varughese Jacob Trustee
Our thurumeni will visit our church on Jan24 th 2016, if any one wants to partake in the first holy communion and wants to be altar boy or covenant girls kindly inform the vicar.
House to house carol services will be starting on first Nov 27, 28, begin with cooper city and holly wood area. Area representative will inform you the time and date for the visit.
Tomorrow (Wednesday 11/18/15) at 8 pm, we will have a house to house carol songs practice session at church ,those who are interested please come to church at 8 pm .any question please call 586-556-6122
11/08
Sunday School Announcements:
Sunday school teachers meeting will be held on next Sunday at 8 am , Agenda -election and next year planning .
Trustees notice
House to house carol services songs practice first session will be held right after today’s services.
Youth group announcement:
There will be Christmas programme practice every Saturday at 3 to 5 pm , all youth please participate in every sessions.
Sunday school teachers meeting will be held on next Sunday at 8 am , Agenda -election and next year planning .
Trustees notice
House to house carol services songs practice first session will be held right after today’s services.
Youth group announcement:
There will be Christmas programme practice every Saturday at 3 to 5 pm , all youth please participate in every sessions.
11/01
Trustees notice
Contribution list up to September is posted in the notice board, any corrections please inform the trustees. Our church is going through financial crisis, please pay the dues .
Letter from St. Luke mar Thoma church
St Luke mar thoma church is organizing a fund raising program, a Malayalam drama ( Mazhavil pookunna Aakasham )on November 7th saturday at coral spring high school auditorium .Tickets will be available at the counter . This program starts at 6.30 pm.
From Secretary
Basil
Youvajana sakyam notice
Youvajana sakhyam has arranged one day trip to Orlando –Holy land on November 21 Saturday for all the church members. The prices are very reasonable so we can have a great trip. For adult -$ 80.00
19 and under -$ 60.00
5 And under -$ 50.00
This include Holy land ticket, bus charges, lunch and evening tea. It’s a great chance for all to travel and spend a day together. For booking contact,--Jince Mathews, Johnson Mathew, Archana Binu John, Bijoy joseph and Siju Abraham Thank you
from yuvajana sakhyam secretary
Jince Mathews
Contribution list up to September is posted in the notice board, any corrections please inform the trustees. Our church is going through financial crisis, please pay the dues .
Letter from St. Luke mar Thoma church
St Luke mar thoma church is organizing a fund raising program, a Malayalam drama ( Mazhavil pookunna Aakasham )on November 7th saturday at coral spring high school auditorium .Tickets will be available at the counter . This program starts at 6.30 pm.
From Secretary
Basil
Youvajana sakyam notice
Youvajana sakhyam has arranged one day trip to Orlando –Holy land on November 21 Saturday for all the church members. The prices are very reasonable so we can have a great trip. For adult -$ 80.00
19 and under -$ 60.00
5 And under -$ 50.00
This include Holy land ticket, bus charges, lunch and evening tea. It’s a great chance for all to travel and spend a day together. For booking contact,--Jince Mathews, Johnson Mathew, Archana Binu John, Bijoy joseph and Siju Abraham Thank you
from yuvajana sakhyam secretary
Jince Mathews
OCTOBER 2015
10/25
All church organization and prayer group are requested to elect their representatives before November 22th. Next General body of the church will be on November 22, 2015, which is to elect the office bearers and committee members for 2016, so the organizations can complete electing their representatives before our general body.
Yuvajana sakhyam notice:
Yuvajana sakhyam has arranged one day trip to Orlando –Holy land on November 21 Saturday for all church members. The prices are very reasonable so we can have a great trip.
For adult -$ 80.00
19 and under -$ 60.00
5 And under -$ 50.00
This include Holy land ticket, bus charges, lunch and evening tea. It’s a great chance for all to travel and spend a day together.
For booking contact,--Jince Mathews, Johnson Mathew, Archana Binu John, Bijoy joseph and Siju Abraham
Thank you from yuvajana sakhyam secretary - Jince Mathews
Yuvajana sakhyam notice:
Yuvajana sakhyam has arranged one day trip to Orlando –Holy land on November 21 Saturday for all church members. The prices are very reasonable so we can have a great trip.
For adult -$ 80.00
19 and under -$ 60.00
5 And under -$ 50.00
This include Holy land ticket, bus charges, lunch and evening tea. It’s a great chance for all to travel and spend a day together.
For booking contact,--Jince Mathews, Johnson Mathew, Archana Binu John, Bijoy joseph and Siju Abraham
Thank you from yuvajana sakhyam secretary - Jince Mathews
MARCH 2015
1/15
Trustee’s announcement :
2014 contribution list posted on church wall please check your accounts, if any discrepancy in the account, please let the trustee know within a week. Please pay your subscription as early as possible for our day today expenditure, don’t wait for the last months.
Sunday school picnic will be held on Saturday 10-4 pm at CB smith park, pavilion no.17, all Sunday school students, parents of Sunday school student and teachers are requested to attend this program
2014 contribution list posted on church wall please check your accounts, if any discrepancy in the account, please let the trustee know within a week. Please pay your subscription as early as possible for our day today expenditure, don’t wait for the last months.
Sunday school picnic will be held on Saturday 10-4 pm at CB smith park, pavilion no.17, all Sunday school students, parents of Sunday school student and teachers are requested to attend this program
JANUARY 2015
Ecumenical Luncheon Notice:
The ecumenical Luncheon is getting very close. The event will be held on January 24th from 11 AM at the Tamarac Community Center.
We are in the process of finishing up the invitations to the local churches. Food arrangements are also being finalized.
At this time we request the members of this parish to help with the planning and the arrangements of the event.
1. On the day of the event we need a lot of volunteers to help with arrangements. The hall will open at 9 am and we need to set it up for the 11 am program. Table set ups, stage, food etc.. etc
2. We also plan to organize a choir.
3. Prior to the event we need an approximate number of people attending the luncheon. Please sign up in the list that is available in the back area.
Please contact Achen or any of the Ecumenical committee members for more information and for signing up for volunteering.
Thanks for your help and support.
Georgy Varughese
Convener.
The ecumenical Luncheon is getting very close. The event will be held on January 24th from 11 AM at the Tamarac Community Center.
We are in the process of finishing up the invitations to the local churches. Food arrangements are also being finalized.
At this time we request the members of this parish to help with the planning and the arrangements of the event.
1. On the day of the event we need a lot of volunteers to help with arrangements. The hall will open at 9 am and we need to set it up for the 11 am program. Table set ups, stage, food etc.. etc
2. We also plan to organize a choir.
3. Prior to the event we need an approximate number of people attending the luncheon. Please sign up in the list that is available in the back area.
Please contact Achen or any of the Ecumenical committee members for more information and for signing up for volunteering.
Thanks for your help and support.
Georgy Varughese
Convener.
DECEMBER 2014
21/2014
Trustee Announcement
- Our building renovation is doing well, if anyone has offered a pledge and still has not fulfilled it; please pay as soon as possible.
- We thank everyone for their cooperation towards this project
- Organization and Prayer Groups are requested to elect their representatives to the parish. So we can have the committee for the year 2015
- Tuesday evening at church there will be a prayer at 7:30pm
- The viewing will be on Friday Evening at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Davie from 5 to 9pm
- Funeral & Burial Service will be at Forest Lawn from 10 am to 12
NOVEMBER 2014
16/2014
- Thanksgiving service will be held on November 26 on Wednesday at 7 pm.
- November 29 will be the church picnic at Tree Tops Park, if you already know you will not be attending the picnic. Please let the trustee know so we can make a adjustment to the food
- Due to some inconvenience the house to house Caroling will first begin December 5,6, 7 and December 12,13,14 and December 19 and 21 which will all be held at 6 pm
- House to house Caroling PRACTICE will be held November 30 after the service
- Members are requested not to visit Annie Mohan currently at this time; she is going to some treatment and is going through a restless situation. Please kindly keep her in your prayers.
to attend the Annual Clergy conference which will be held at Houston. I will be back on Saturday. Kindly uphold me in your prayer. I extend my heartfelt thanks to all those who helped me in my difficult situation.
Rev. John Mathew
Trustee Announcement
- Our building renovation is doing well, if anyone has offered a pledge and still has not fulfilled it; please pay as soon as possible.
- Also there is only one more month left so please pay ANY dues especially harvest festival and subscription as soon as possible
- Also as you may have noticed, we have no bathrooms inside the building so if there is an emergency please use the automated portable bathroom located outside the church
- We also ask try not to hold any meetings or events at church Monday- Saturday for a couple more weeks due to all the noise and dust that will occur at church.
- We thank everyone for their cooperation towards this project
Edavaka Mission Announcement
There will be Edavaka Mission tonight at 6:30 to 7:30. Achen will not be attending due to his condition, he apologizes in advance.
Sunday school Announcement
- Sunday School Anniversary will be held immediately after service on November 23, 2014. If anyone would like to participate with a presentation, please give your name to Santosh Jacob.
- We would like to invite all youth and Sunday school students for the Christmas variety program the next practice is going to be on Saturday from 230 to 430,please try to come for the practice if you have any question please contact Reeja John or Santhosh Jacob, thank you , Reeja John
OCTOBER 2014
19/2014
- Next Sunday is Family Sunday, we ask everyone to sit together and wear traditional Indian attire, so try the best you can.
- We ask that you also put your one day income in the Family Sunday offertory
- Vicar will be on leave from October 8th to October 17. Rev. Binu P Thomas will be the in-charge during this period.
- Our Achen and family have reached India safely, and Kochumma's mother has been discharged from the hospital, resting at home and will now be going through physical therapy. Achen and family are in need of all our prayers and support. We also greatly appreciate anyone who is willing to provide funds for Achens travel expenses
- If anyone had bought a ticket for the musical concert that was held we ask that you please make sure you paid the due for the ticket
- The contract was signed this past week and the construction work has already started.
- If anyone is interested in giving a personal loan please contact the conveyor or the trustees
- Friendly reminder: the end of the year is coming up so we ask everyone please pay your church dues as soon as possible
05/2014
- We observe October 19th Sunday as Family Sunday. One day income will be collected during the worship service.
- Vicar will be on leave from October 8th to October 17. Rev. Binu P Thomas will be the in-charge during this period.
- Annual Convention of St. Luke MarThoma Church will be held on next Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 PM. All are cordially invited.
SEPTEMBER 2014
21/2014
Sunday Sept 28,2014 will be our General Body Meeting.
Agenda will be:
Also Oct 3,4,5 will be our church convention.
Agenda will be:
- Deciding the contractor for Building Project
- Supplementary Budget.
- A.O.B
Also Oct 3,4,5 will be our church convention.
14/2014
Fundraiser updates:
Mr. MG Sreekumar did not have his visa, so we had a change of Entertainers. The Musical Entertainers are Stephen Devassey, Binoy Chacko and Mekha.
Please purchase your tickets for the musical Concert from the Trustee.
Poolatheen collecton
Offer will be taken after the worship service.
Mr. MG Sreekumar did not have his visa, so we had a change of Entertainers. The Musical Entertainers are Stephen Devassey, Binoy Chacko and Mekha.
Please purchase your tickets for the musical Concert from the Trustee.
Poolatheen collecton
Offer will be taken after the worship service.
7/2014
Sunday School Announcements:
Sunday School Competitions will be held on Saturday September 13, 2014 at 11AM
Sunday School Competitions will be held on Saturday September 13, 2014 at 11AM
AUGUST 2014
24/2014
Sunday School Announcements:
Sunday School will begin next Sunday August 31,2 014 at 8:30AM
Anyone who would like to teach Sunday School, please contact Santosh Jacob -Phone 954-303-9024
Sunday School Competitions will be held on Saturday September 13, 2014 at 11AM. This competition is for the the 2013-2014 School Year Grades.
Items for Competitions are as follows:
Instrumental Song Competition for all Grades Nursery through 10th Grade
Any Christian Song on any instrument with a time limit of 3 minutes
Vocal Song Competition for all Grades Nursery through 10th Grade
One song will be assigned and one song can be any language. Total time limit of 4 Minutes for both songs.
Nursery through 2nd Grade - Jesus loves me, This I know
3rd Grade to 5th Grade - What a friend we have in Jesus
6th Grade to 8th Grade - Joy to the World
9th Grade to 10th Grade - Silent Night, Holy Night
Storytelling Competition for Grades Nursery through 4th Grade - Any story from the Bible with a time limit of 4 Minutes.
Elocution Competition for Grades 5th Grade through 10th Grade. Time limit of 4 Minutes and Topics are as follows by Grade.
5th - What does Bible say that Faith is?
6th - What does Bible say that Love is?
7th - Pick 2 Bible Characters and compare contributions to Christianity.
8th - Pick 2 Bible Characters and compare contributions to Christianity.
9th- Pick any story that is in all 4 Gospels,tell story and talk about differences.
10th - Compare and Contrast Christianity to any Religion.
Sunday School will begin next Sunday August 31,2 014 at 8:30AM
Anyone who would like to teach Sunday School, please contact Santosh Jacob -Phone 954-303-9024
Sunday School Competitions will be held on Saturday September 13, 2014 at 11AM. This competition is for the the 2013-2014 School Year Grades.
Items for Competitions are as follows:
Instrumental Song Competition for all Grades Nursery through 10th Grade
Any Christian Song on any instrument with a time limit of 3 minutes
Vocal Song Competition for all Grades Nursery through 10th Grade
One song will be assigned and one song can be any language. Total time limit of 4 Minutes for both songs.
Nursery through 2nd Grade - Jesus loves me, This I know
3rd Grade to 5th Grade - What a friend we have in Jesus
6th Grade to 8th Grade - Joy to the World
9th Grade to 10th Grade - Silent Night, Holy Night
Storytelling Competition for Grades Nursery through 4th Grade - Any story from the Bible with a time limit of 4 Minutes.
Elocution Competition for Grades 5th Grade through 10th Grade. Time limit of 4 Minutes and Topics are as follows by Grade.
5th - What does Bible say that Faith is?
6th - What does Bible say that Love is?
7th - Pick 2 Bible Characters and compare contributions to Christianity.
8th - Pick 2 Bible Characters and compare contributions to Christianity.
9th- Pick any story that is in all 4 Gospels,tell story and talk about differences.
10th - Compare and Contrast Christianity to any Religion.
17/2014
- Sevika Sangam is conducting an auction on 24th Sunday after worship, money collected will go for Maharashtra mission work, I request participation from all parish members.
- Greetings from Sinai Mar Thoma Center, New York.
we need people to work in the parish. The Diocesan Council has decided to appoint Ms. Hency Varghese & Mr. Georgy Varughese as the Local
Promoters in your Parish for three years from August 1, 2014. The Diocesan Council members and the Managing Committee members will work as
Regional Promoters. Kindly give all possible help and support to enhance the promotion of Mar Thoma Messenger in your parish. All are asked to
cooperate with the subscription drive and the circulation.
The Subscription Rates are:
$ 300.00 For Life Membership (25 years from October 2014)
$ 60.00 For 5 years
$ 25.00 For 2 years.
May the grace of God be with us all.In Christ’s Service, Rt. Rev Geevarghese Mar Theodosius+ Diocesan Episcopa
- Announcement from trustees :Our church balance is very low so whoever still has not paid their harvest festival, marammon cd, and diocesan directory dues please pay as soon as possible, Today's food is sponsored by Simon p Simon and Bijoy Joseph
- All members that are purchasing Ticket, Please Buy from The Achen, Treasurer and the Building Convener .
- Sunday School Starts on August 31st. We need teachers, Please contact Santosh Jacob if you are interested.
10/2014
Student’s dedication service will be held next Sunday. Graduates are requested to give your names.
"THIRUSANNIDHIYIL" "(EDAVAKA MISSION SOUTHERN REGION)will be on August 11 MONDAY 2014 at 9 PM EST
Message by Rev. Rinu John - North Carolina MTC
Three easy steps will take you to the fellowship from where ever you are:
1)DIAL (857) 232-0300 from any phone
2)ENTER your access code 7955978# when prompted
3) Mute your microphone so background disturbances never distract us.
The choir audition will be Next Saturday at 4pm, Sunday After Church.
** The song selected for audition is #16 from Christian Hymns which is Shudha,Shudha, Shudha,or its English version Song # 7 which is Holy, Holy, Holy from the blue song book.
You can sing either in English or Malayalam.
All are requested to make an offer and contribution for building fund next Sunday
Notice regarding the Fund Raising program.
Ticket sales for the M G SreeKumar Christian Musical concert is progressing well. We are seeing very good response from the public.
We will be stating to visit sister parishes from today itself.
We need help from all church members in the ticket sales. Everybody have friends and family in the area. We request each of our family members to sell at least 5 tickets.
All members of the executive committee are given the tickets. Those who have not collected the packets, please pick up soon.
We have ticket packets and flyers prepared for all members also.
We request each parish members to pay at least $1000 towards the project. Several of our members can contribute substantially higher
amounts. Please help out. This is our project. Let's work together. We need the contributions within the next few weeks. Those who can not pay the full amount together, may pay in multiple installments. But we need a commitment from members that will help with negotiating the loans.
Thanks to all of you. From The Building Committee Conveyor.
"THIRUSANNIDHIYIL" "(EDAVAKA MISSION SOUTHERN REGION)will be on August 11 MONDAY 2014 at 9 PM EST
Message by Rev. Rinu John - North Carolina MTC
Three easy steps will take you to the fellowship from where ever you are:
1)DIAL (857) 232-0300 from any phone
2)ENTER your access code 7955978# when prompted
3) Mute your microphone so background disturbances never distract us.
The choir audition will be Next Saturday at 4pm, Sunday After Church.
** The song selected for audition is #16 from Christian Hymns which is Shudha,Shudha, Shudha,or its English version Song # 7 which is Holy, Holy, Holy from the blue song book.
You can sing either in English or Malayalam.
All are requested to make an offer and contribution for building fund next Sunday
Notice regarding the Fund Raising program.
Ticket sales for the M G SreeKumar Christian Musical concert is progressing well. We are seeing very good response from the public.
We will be stating to visit sister parishes from today itself.
We need help from all church members in the ticket sales. Everybody have friends and family in the area. We request each of our family members to sell at least 5 tickets.
All members of the executive committee are given the tickets. Those who have not collected the packets, please pick up soon.
We have ticket packets and flyers prepared for all members also.
We request each parish members to pay at least $1000 towards the project. Several of our members can contribute substantially higher
amounts. Please help out. This is our project. Let's work together. We need the contributions within the next few weeks. Those who can not pay the full amount together, may pay in multiple installments. But we need a commitment from members that will help with negotiating the loans.
Thanks to all of you. From The Building Committee Conveyor.
03/2014
Marriage announcements:
This is the second announcement.
The marriage of Mr. Joel Mathew s/o Mr & Mrs. Cherian Mathew with Ms. Leena Augusty of this parish is decided to be solemnize on Saturday, August 9th 2014, at Signature Grant beginning at 10.30 AM; if anyone finds any legal or ecclesiastical impediment to solemnize this marriage. Please inform the vicar in advance.
The bids for a contracted must be submitted to Dr. Cherian Samuel via e- mail at rajansam@aol.com on or before August 8, 2014. The builder must be licensed and Insured.
The choir audition after worship, Audition will be on 16th and 17th of this month.
** The song selected for audition is #16 from Christian Hymns which is Shudha,Shudha, Shudha,or its English version Song # 7 which is Holy, Holy, Holy from the blue song book.
You can sing either in English orMalayalam.
This is the second announcement.
The marriage of Mr. Joel Mathew s/o Mr & Mrs. Cherian Mathew with Ms. Leena Augusty of this parish is decided to be solemnize on Saturday, August 9th 2014, at Signature Grant beginning at 10.30 AM; if anyone finds any legal or ecclesiastical impediment to solemnize this marriage. Please inform the vicar in advance.
The bids for a contracted must be submitted to Dr. Cherian Samuel via e- mail at rajansam@aol.com on or before August 8, 2014. The builder must be licensed and Insured.
The choir audition after worship, Audition will be on 16th and 17th of this month.
** The song selected for audition is #16 from Christian Hymns which is Shudha,Shudha, Shudha,or its English version Song # 7 which is Holy, Holy, Holy from the blue song book.
You can sing either in English orMalayalam.
27/2014
Next Sunday - Suvisesha Nidhi Collection will be taken, please remember to get your envelopes from the treasurer.
The next session of "THIRUSANNIDHIYIL" "തിരുസന്നിധിയില്"
(A PRAYER CHANNEL by EDAVAKA MISSION SOUTHERN REGION)
will be on July 28 MONDAY 2014 at 9 PM EST
Message By Mr. George Thomas
Three easy steps will take you to the fellowship from where ever you are
1)DIAL (857) 232-0300 from any phone
2)ENTER your access code 7955978# when prompted
3)Mute your microphone so background disturbances never distract us
Send your prayer requests to edavakamission@yahoo.com so we can include it in our intercessory prayer .
Please spread the changes in dialing numbers among your friends and family. This fellowship will be a blessing and will enhance the kingdom of God.
Marriage announcements:
This is the first announcement.
The marriage of Mr. Joel Mathew s/o Mr & Mrs. Cherian Mathew with Ms. Leena Augusty of this parish is decided to be solemnize on Saturday, August 9th 2014, at Signature Grant beginning at 10.30 AM; if anyone finds any legal or ecclesiastical impediment to solemnize this marriage. Please inform the vicar in advance.
General Body Notice:
There will be a General Body Meeting on Aug 3rd
Agenda:
Fundraiser
AOB
Thank you all for a successful Harvest Fest
The bids for a contracted must be submitted to Dr. Cherian Samuel via e- mail atrajansam@aol.com on or before August 8, 2014. The builder must be Licensed and Insured.
The next session of "THIRUSANNIDHIYIL" "തിരുസന്നിധിയില്"
(A PRAYER CHANNEL by EDAVAKA MISSION SOUTHERN REGION)
will be on July 28 MONDAY 2014 at 9 PM EST
Message By Mr. George Thomas
Three easy steps will take you to the fellowship from where ever you are
1)DIAL (857) 232-0300 from any phone
2)ENTER your access code 7955978# when prompted
3)Mute your microphone so background disturbances never distract us
Send your prayer requests to edavakamission@yahoo.com so we can include it in our intercessory prayer .
Please spread the changes in dialing numbers among your friends and family. This fellowship will be a blessing and will enhance the kingdom of God.
Marriage announcements:
This is the first announcement.
The marriage of Mr. Joel Mathew s/o Mr & Mrs. Cherian Mathew with Ms. Leena Augusty of this parish is decided to be solemnize on Saturday, August 9th 2014, at Signature Grant beginning at 10.30 AM; if anyone finds any legal or ecclesiastical impediment to solemnize this marriage. Please inform the vicar in advance.
General Body Notice:
There will be a General Body Meeting on Aug 3rd
Agenda:
Fundraiser
AOB
Thank you all for a successful Harvest Fest
The bids for a contracted must be submitted to Dr. Cherian Samuel via e- mail atrajansam@aol.com on or before August 8, 2014. The builder must be Licensed and Insured.
JULY 2014
20/2014
Harvest Fest will be Next Sunday July 27th after Church. All families are requested to bring a minimum of $100 worth of goods or a cash donation.
An invitation of Bid renovation of building
An invitation of Bid renovation of building
13/2014
There will be a palliyogam on July 20,2014 to discuss fundraising program for the building project immediately after the service.
Junior Regional Conference is this Thursday to Sunday. If you need information Please Contact Leah Thomas.
Junior Regional Conference is this Thursday to Sunday. If you need information Please Contact Leah Thomas.
CHOIR AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Our church choir Audition process for the next 5 years term will be conducted on August 16th, from 4pm & 17th after the Service as per the instructions in the newly revised bye law of the DSMC . Any of our church members who wish to join in the new choir and above the age of 9 can be participated in the Audition. The number of selection is restricted to 30 members from the top rank list, which is based as per the seating capacity. The song selected for audition is #16 from Christian Hymns which is Shudha,Shudha, Shudha,or its English version Song # 7 which is Holy,Holy, Holy from the blue song book. You can sing either in English or Malayalam. Those who wish to join the Choir Audition shall register their name with choir secretary Mr. Rajan George before August 9th. Choir Secretary - Rajan George
Our church choir Audition process for the next 5 years term will be conducted on August 16th, from 4pm & 17th after the Service as per the instructions in the newly revised bye law of the DSMC . Any of our church members who wish to join in the new choir and above the age of 9 can be participated in the Audition. The number of selection is restricted to 30 members from the top rank list, which is based as per the seating capacity. The song selected for audition is #16 from Christian Hymns which is Shudha,Shudha, Shudha,or its English version Song # 7 which is Holy,Holy, Holy from the blue song book. You can sing either in English or Malayalam. Those who wish to join the Choir Audition shall register their name with choir secretary Mr. Rajan George before August 9th. Choir Secretary - Rajan George
JUNE 2014
22/2014
Trustees Announcement:
As u all know it has been halfway through this year, and we noticed that we didn't receive everyone's subscription so we ask that everyone please pay their subscription as soon as possible so we can pay all the church bills. Our monthly expense is increasing so every month we need to have a certain amount to pay all the bills.
As you all know our Kochumma left to go to India on Thursday and she reached there safely, and she also reported that her mother is getting better. So Achen, Johan, and Neha are here, but Achen don't have much experience with cooking, so if anybody has time, we ask that you call Achen every once in a while and try to prepare some food for them, especially the members in sevika sangham can coordinate with Achen.
As u all know it has been halfway through this year, and we noticed that we didn't receive everyone's subscription so we ask that everyone please pay their subscription as soon as possible so we can pay all the church bills. Our monthly expense is increasing so every month we need to have a certain amount to pay all the bills.
As you all know our Kochumma left to go to India on Thursday and she reached there safely, and she also reported that her mother is getting better. So Achen, Johan, and Neha are here, but Achen don't have much experience with cooking, so if anybody has time, we ask that you call Achen every once in a while and try to prepare some food for them, especially the members in sevika sangham can coordinate with Achen.
25/2014 (May)
Sunday School Announcement:
Please pay your monthly subscription.
- VBS registration is this week. VBS will be on June 4th to the 8th.
- June 4th and 5th sessions will be in the evening 6:30 to 9pm
- June 6 and 7th will be from 9 to 3pm
- Next Sunday in Sunday school will be preparing for VBS
Please pay your monthly subscription.
MAY 2014
18/2014
Sunday School VBS registration will start next week for VBS; VBS which will be June 4th though the 8th.
Sunday School for the next 2 weeks will prepare for VBS so come at 8.30am
Sunday School for the next 2 weeks will prepare for VBS so come at 8.30am
11/2014
General Body Notice
A general Body meeting of Marthoma Church of South Florida will be held at Church on Sunday May 18th 2014 right after the Holy Communion Service.
Agenda as Follows:
1. To present and receive the Annual Report for the year 2013
2. To ratify the expenditure without budget or exceeded budget
3. To receive, adopt, consider and pass the Annual Account for the year 2013.
4. To present, consider and pass the budget for the year 2014
5. A.O.B with the permission of the President
The Alabama VBS Mission, as part of the Native American Mission is taking place this year at Mt Vermon on the week of June 9 ( 9-13).
Sunday School Memory Verse Competition was on May 11 if your child was not able to participate please have them come next Sunday to write their verses
A general Body meeting of Marthoma Church of South Florida will be held at Church on Sunday May 18th 2014 right after the Holy Communion Service.
Agenda as Follows:
1. To present and receive the Annual Report for the year 2013
2. To ratify the expenditure without budget or exceeded budget
3. To receive, adopt, consider and pass the Annual Account for the year 2013.
4. To present, consider and pass the budget for the year 2014
5. A.O.B with the permission of the President
The Alabama VBS Mission, as part of the Native American Mission is taking place this year at Mt Vermon on the week of June 9 ( 9-13).
Sunday School Memory Verse Competition was on May 11 if your child was not able to participate please have them come next Sunday to write their verses
4/2014
- Please pay your monthly subscription.
- Anyone that would like to donate food for the month of May, please contact Varghese Zacharia
- Annual Reports and Accounts are ready for distribution
- Alabama Mission V.B.S
04/2014
- Please pay your monthly subscription
- Anyone that would like to donate food for the month of May, please contact Varghese Zacharia
- Sunday School Exam is May 4 at 8 am
APRIL 2014
20/2014
We would like to Thank all the members who provided food on Thursday of Passion Week and Good Friday
| southern_regional_youth_conference_notice_1_.pdf |
13/2014
- Anyone want to volunteer to make food for Thursday & Good Friday please contact your area representative or Mr. Babu Mathew.
- Please pay your monthly subscription.
- Newsletter were given out last week if anyone did not get a copy please contact me for a copy so I can print more out.
- Easter Egg hunt will be held for kids after Easter Service. So kids bring your Easter baskets.
- Sunday School teacher Meeting on the April 27th after church.
- May 4 will the Sunday School Exam at 8:00am
6/2014
There will be a committee meeting this Thursday April 10 at 6:00 at church , all new 2014 Committee members please arrive at 6:45pm to discuss 2014 budget.
Application for Theological Studies -
Application for Theological Studies -
| application_for_theological_training1_copy.pdf |
MARCH 2014
24/2014
Diocesan Directory has arrived for sale. The cost per copy is $ 20. You can get the copies from Trustee and Diocesan council member- Mr. Georgy Varghese
| electionresult2014 |
| national_ys_conference_-_invitation_letter.pdf |
16/2014
Sunday School Retreat March 22nd in Tampa, if you would like to attend Please contact Santhosh.
Executive Committee member (old & new) are requested to meet immediately after the service
All organization members are requested to compile a report of all 2013 activities and submit to Mr. Sujith John by March 23rd. Thank you for
your cooperation - 2013 Secretary
Executive Committee member (old & new) are requested to meet immediately after the service
All organization members are requested to compile a report of all 2013 activities and submit to Mr. Sujith John by March 23rd. Thank you for
your cooperation - 2013 Secretary
FEBRUARY 2014
23/2014
Sevika Sangham Announcement : Many Sevika Sangham members still have to pay Deppipirive. Please give your contribution to the Sevika Sangham treasurer, secretary or Kochamma at your earliest convenience. Thank you, Sevika Sangham Treasurer.
Southern regional Edavaka Mission Meeting will be held on Monday at 9:00pm
Speaker will be Mr. M Abraham St. Marks MarThoma Church, Tampa.
Election of Assembly and Mandalam Member: The election schedule will be as follow
Nomination acceptance – March 9th after announcement to March 16, 4PM
Nominations Office will be the parsonage
The scrutiny of the nominations will be done on March 16th
The candidates will have until March 19th 6:00pm to withdraw
The final list will be available from 6:00pm March 19th for both position
The list will be announced at the church on March 23rd
The election will be held on March 29th Saturday between 8am-5pm
Vicar will be on leave from February 26th to March 3rd
Southern regional Edavaka Mission Meeting will be held on Monday at 9:00pm
Speaker will be Mr. M Abraham St. Marks MarThoma Church, Tampa.
Election of Assembly and Mandalam Member: The election schedule will be as follow
Nomination acceptance – March 9th after announcement to March 16, 4PM
Nominations Office will be the parsonage
The scrutiny of the nominations will be done on March 16th
The candidates will have until March 19th 6:00pm to withdraw
The final list will be available from 6:00pm March 19th for both position
The list will be announced at the church on March 23rd
The election will be held on March 29th Saturday between 8am-5pm
Vicar will be on leave from February 26th to March 3rd
| retreat-doc20140226100904.pdf |
16/2014
Choir Announcement: The Choir General Body will be held immediately after the service, at church on 23rd February, 2014.
Agenda:
1. To Present & Pass the Annual Report and audited Annual Accounts for the Year 2013
2. There will be an election of the choir representative for the church executive committee.
3. A.O.B with the permission of the Chair - Choir Secretary,
Notice of General Body Meeting :
The General Body of Mar thoma Church of South Florida will be held on
February 16th soon after worship to discuss the following Agenda:
- Election of Mandalam and Assembly member
- AOB with permission of the chair
Everyone’s prayerful attendance is kindly requested.
- Maraman Convention CD are available. The cost of one CD $5
Agenda:
1. To Present & Pass the Annual Report and audited Annual Accounts for the Year 2013
2. There will be an election of the choir representative for the church executive committee.
3. A.O.B with the permission of the Chair - Choir Secretary,
Notice of General Body Meeting :
The General Body of Mar thoma Church of South Florida will be held on
February 16th soon after worship to discuss the following Agenda:
- Election of Mandalam and Assembly member
- AOB with permission of the chair
Everyone’s prayerful attendance is kindly requested.
- Maraman Convention CD are available. The cost of one CD $5
2/2014
Trustees Announcement: Today's refreshment is sponsored by Mr. Sam John, Thank You
Since its beginning of the year we urge everyone to pay their dues monthly.
Choir Announcement: Junior Youth Choir practice will be at church on Saturday at 3:30pm
Notice of General Body Meeting :
The General Body of Marthoma Church of South Florida will be held on
February 16th soon after worship to discuss the following Agenda:
- Election of Mandalam and Assembly member
- AOB with permission of the chair
Everyone’s prayerful attendance is kindly requested.
Since its beginning of the year we urge everyone to pay their dues monthly.
Choir Announcement: Junior Youth Choir practice will be at church on Saturday at 3:30pm
Notice of General Body Meeting :
The General Body of Marthoma Church of South Florida will be held on
February 16th soon after worship to discuss the following Agenda:
- Election of Mandalam and Assembly member
- AOB with permission of the chair
Everyone’s prayerful attendance is kindly requested.
JANUARY 2014
26/2014
The General Body of Marthoma Church of South Florida will be held on January 26th soon after worship to discuss the following Agenda:
- Election of Mandalam and Assembly member
- AOB with permission of chair
- Election of Mandalam and Assembly member
- AOB with permission of chair
29/2013
General Body of Sevika Sangam will be held Next Sunday, that is on January 5th soon after the Worship. Agenda of this meeting : Election of new office bearers and other committee members. The deppi pizhavu collection will be collected that day as well.
DECEMBER 2013
15/2013
- House to house caroling has been quite successful and it has been fun. A lot of participants took part in the event and visits to homes are nowcomplete. Today is makeup day and will be last day for the carolers. So if you have not been able to accommodate the Carolers, today would be ideal. Please contact Mr. Reji Zachariah now so they can schedule tonight well. The Carolers would like to thank everyone for participating the last few weeks and making it a joyfull experience. If you have not done so already, tonite is your last chance to be part of the festivities.
- Dearest Sujith & Church family, We want to thank you from the bottom of our heart for all the acts of kindness that you have shown to our family during this difficult time. We especially want to thank you for opening your fellowship hall for repasts. May God richly bless you all. Regards, Jacob Benjamin
NOVEMBER 2013
24/2013
The General Body of Marthoma Church of South Florida will be held on December 1st soon after worship to discuss the following Agenda:
Thanksgiving service will be held at Church on Nov. 27th Wednesday at 7.30pm at Church. Volunteers are necessary for help with the setup of the food. Please contact trustees if you are available to help
Practice for joint program of Sunday School, youth group, and junior choir will be held this Saturday from 12-2pm. -- Mr. Santosh Jacob.
Marriage Announcement-
The marriage between Mr. Lee Stewart (s/o Late Mr Grover Stewart & Late Mrs. Frances Stewert) of South Florida Marthoma Church and Ms. Bela Varghese (D/o Mrs & Mr. Abraham Varghese) of this Parish are decided to be solemnize on December 7th Saturday at Signature Grand Chapel. If there is any ecclesiastical or legal impediments to solemnize this marriage, the vicar should be informed. This is the second announcement.
- Election of office bearers for the year 2014
- Contribution changes to the social service fund
- AOB with permission of chair
Thanksgiving service will be held at Church on Nov. 27th Wednesday at 7.30pm at Church. Volunteers are necessary for help with the setup of the food. Please contact trustees if you are available to help
Practice for joint program of Sunday School, youth group, and junior choir will be held this Saturday from 12-2pm. -- Mr. Santosh Jacob.
Marriage Announcement-
The marriage between Mr. Lee Stewart (s/o Late Mr Grover Stewart & Late Mrs. Frances Stewert) of South Florida Marthoma Church and Ms. Bela Varghese (D/o Mrs & Mr. Abraham Varghese) of this Parish are decided to be solemnize on December 7th Saturday at Signature Grand Chapel. If there is any ecclesiastical or legal impediments to solemnize this marriage, the vicar should be informed. This is the second announcement.
OCTOBER 2013
13/2013
SOUTHERN REGIONAL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT:
Dear Achen and Members of the parish, Please note that Mr. Justin Mathew from Dallas will be the Youth leader, leading the youth sessions during the conference. I request all youths to please plan to attend. The youth sessions will start from Saturday onwards. Those college going youths who cannot come on Friday are requested to join from Saturday morning. Please let us know early so that we can make appropriate arrangements for stay and food. Dr. Gene Abraham from St. Luke parish will serve as the Youth program Coordinator. Please feel free to contact us for more details. Thanks Mr. Georgy Varughese
Dear Achen and Members of the parish, Please note that Mr. Justin Mathew from Dallas will be the Youth leader, leading the youth sessions during the conference. I request all youths to please plan to attend. The youth sessions will start from Saturday onwards. Those college going youths who cannot come on Friday are requested to join from Saturday morning. Please let us know early so that we can make appropriate arrangements for stay and food. Dr. Gene Abraham from St. Luke parish will serve as the Youth program Coordinator. Please feel free to contact us for more details. Thanks Mr. Georgy Varughese
06/2013
SOUTHERN REGIONAL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT:
Regional conference status update: The conference is coming closer. We request prayers from all members of the parish for the blessing of the program. The Arrangements for the conference are in progress. The Souvenir set -up is almost completed. The Souvenir committee is checking the draft. This will go to print within the next few days. Practices for inaugural program and choir are in progress. Anybody still wants to register may do so now. The rooming list will be submitted to the facility next week. A meeting of all subcommittee will be scheduled soon to finalise the plans. Thank you for all your help and support. - Mr. Georgy Varughese
Regional conference status update: The conference is coming closer. We request prayers from all members of the parish for the blessing of the program. The Arrangements for the conference are in progress. The Souvenir set -up is almost completed. The Souvenir committee is checking the draft. This will go to print within the next few days. Practices for inaugural program and choir are in progress. Anybody still wants to register may do so now. The rooming list will be submitted to the facility next week. A meeting of all subcommittee will be scheduled soon to finalise the plans. Thank you for all your help and support. - Mr. Georgy Varughese
01/2013
SOUTHERN REGIONAL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT:
Notice regarding Southern Regional Family conference: The souvenir is in print now. You have another week to give articles and complements.
We need articles from our members. Our youth members are encouraged to write. Example: "Youth expectations from the Church" or any other relevant topics. Family photos as complements are welcome.
Quarter page : $75
Half page : $125.
Full page : $200.
The last day to accept any material is next Sunday. Please give photos or articles to Mr. Kuruvill Eapen. Those who are not registered, please do so immediately. Those registered participants who wish to join the choir may contact Sheela to find out practice times so that you can be part of this also.
We need help with setting up the Inaugural program. A lot of help is needed in the overall planning of the conference. Please pray for the conference in your daily prayers and try to contribute any help you can. The conference is from Nov1-3. -- Mr. Georgy Varughese
Notice regarding Southern Regional Family conference: The souvenir is in print now. You have another week to give articles and complements.
We need articles from our members. Our youth members are encouraged to write. Example: "Youth expectations from the Church" or any other relevant topics. Family photos as complements are welcome.
Quarter page : $75
Half page : $125.
Full page : $200.
The last day to accept any material is next Sunday. Please give photos or articles to Mr. Kuruvill Eapen. Those who are not registered, please do so immediately. Those registered participants who wish to join the choir may contact Sheela to find out practice times so that you can be part of this also.
We need help with setting up the Inaugural program. A lot of help is needed in the overall planning of the conference. Please pray for the conference in your daily prayers and try to contribute any help you can. The conference is from Nov1-3. -- Mr. Georgy Varughese
SEPTEMBER 2013
15/2013
General Body ANNOUNCEMENT:
A General Body meeting of Marthoma Church of South Florida will be held at
Church on Sept 22nd Sunday right after the worship to discuss the following Agenda.
- Election of Auditor
- Rescheduling Sunday School time and worship time
- Vicar's health Insurance.
- Building Project update
- Pledge form for the revision of Subscription
- AOB with the permission of the chairEveryone’s prayerful participation would be greatly appreciated.
08/2013
- Our annual convention will be held on October 4,5, and 6. Please pray and get spiritually prepared for the event.
SOUTHERN REGIONAL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT:
- Choir: It is decided to form a conference choir for the Southern Regional Family Conference. Those members who are registered for the conference, and has interest in joining the conference choir are requested to please contact Mrs Sheela Varughese, Conference Choir Coordinator, or Achen. We like to start the practice as soon as possible. Thank You, Mrs. Sheela Varughese
- Souvenir: Dear Achen and members of the parish, As part of the conference, we are planning to publish a souvenir. Theme based articles, short stories, poems and other relevant materials are invited for publishing in the souvenir. Individuals and businesses are encouraged to send advertisements. The following are the details of the advertisement rates:
Back cover outside $1000 Front cover inside $1000 Back cover inside $600
Inside last page $500 Full Page ---$200 Half Page $125 Quarter Page $75
Please visit the conference website for details and advt forms :
www.southernmarthomaconference.org You may send the articles and advertisements to the editorial board of the souvenir. Yours in Christ's
Service, Dr. Mammen C. Jacob Souvenir Convener
- Youth Leader: The Regional Conference will be bringing a youth leader for the benefit of the youth members in the parishes of the region. Considering the demands from the youth, we are trying to bring Shawn who led the recent youth conference in Tampa. If he is not available, we will bring another leader. Jenny is working on this. The plan is that he will be available on Saturday and Sunday. Youth from the universities also can join the Conference from Saturday. We will keep you posted with the updates of the selection of the youth leader. Thanks you all for your support. Mr. Georgy Varughese
TRUSTEES ANNOUNCEMENT:
- When the committee meet took place two weeks ago, a decision to announce our weekly revenue will be made along with the announcements. No contributions to the memberships were made the last two weeks. As you are aware, our financial situation is dire and so any effort to pay towards the subscription would be greatly appreciated. Trustees
AUGUST 2013
18/2013
SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
CHOIR ANNOUNCEMENT
TRUSTEES ANNOUNCEMENT
- Sunday School will begin next week at 8:30am. They are still short two teachers. Those who are interested in teaching this year, please let Mr. Santosh Jacob know at your earliest convenience.
CHOIR ANNOUNCEMENT
- Our choir will be conducting a food package sale of kappa and fish curry next Sunday after the service at a nominal charge of $5 per packet toward their fund raising. All church Members are requested to participate and help Choir in this fund raising. - Rajan George, Choir secretary.
TRUSTEES ANNOUNCEMENT
- Picnic Announcement - As we thanked those who contributed last week towards the picnic, we neglected to thank Mrs. Shanta Rabindran for contributing mangoes for the event. So i like to take this time to thank her for contributing the delicious fruit. Also as you are already aware, our financial situation is bad, so any contribution you can make to pay for some of the expenses of the picnic would be greatly appreciated.
11/2013
- Student dedication will be held next Sunday 18th, 2013.
SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
- Sunday school will begin on August 25, 2013 @ 8:30am. there is a need for 5 teachers for new year. Anyone who wishes to be a teacher, please contact santosh jacob at 954 303 9024. Also, Anyone who wishes to teach songs for sunday school, please contact santosh jacob. Finally, There will be teachers meeting next Sunday immediately after service. Thank you for all your prayers and support. - Santosh Jacob
TRUSTEES ANNOUNCEMENT
- We would like to thank the following people who participated on Friday to help plan and prepare the food for the event: Mr. Alex p Abraham, Mr. Babu Mathew, Mr. Varghese Zacharia, Mr. Jayan John, and Mr. John oonnoonny. We would like to give a special thanks to Mr. PC Jacob for providing his house for the preparations and feeding kappa and meen curry afterwards. We would also like to thank all the committee members and church members that helped barbecue all the food and assisted with setup and cleanup on Saturday. special thanks to Mr. PC Jacob and Mr. and Mrs. Koshy Valiathodathil for providing the delicious vada for snack, Mr. Mohan T for the chips, and Mr. Wilson Benjamin for balancing out the foods we ate with his special smoothies. Additionally, we would like to thank Mr. Aji Abraham and Dr. Diana Sood for organizing all the sports activities. A special thanks also goes to Mr. Alex p Abraham for organizing the whole picnic schedule. And once again thank you all for helping this picnic become a very successful and blessed event, almost 55 families had participated. As you all know our church balance is low and any donation to go towards the expenses paid for the picnic would be greatly appreciated. - Trustee
04/2013
TRUSTEES ANNOUNCEMENT
- Church picnic will be held Saturday at Tree Tops Park in Sable Pavilion at 10am. Everyone’s cooperation would be greatly appreciated. Mr. Alex Abraham is the convener for the picnic. Please contact him if you have any further questions or can volunteer your time and effort.
- The Diocesan directory for our church have been updated. If you have not done so already, please see Mr. Georgee Varughese to make sure the information on the list is accurate before the list is send out to the diocese.
- Souvenir ad application and form for the family conference is placed on the notice board. Anyone who is interested in placing an ad in the souvenir, please contact the office holders for an application.
- Student dedication service will be held on August 18th. Please collect the envelopes from the back of the church as you enter the church for the service.
SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
- Sunday school will begin on August 25, 2013 @ 8:30am. We need 5 teachers for new year. Anyone who wishes to be a teacher and teach songs for sunday school, please contact Santosh Jacob. Thank you for all your prayers. - Santosh Jacob
JULY 2013
13/2013
TRUSTEES ANNOUNCEMENT
- The Diocesan Jubilee contribution of $50 per family is due. So please make a conscience effort to pay this amount as soon as possible.
- The closing of the refinance of the parsonage has taken place and will be finalized this week. A special thanks goes to Mr. Koshy George and Mr. Alex Idichandy for providing the loan necessary for refinance and Mr. Thomas Idichandy for encouraging his son to participate.
- The winners for the Harvest Festival are placed in the notice board. Please make sure the amount listed is accurate. See Mr. Varghese Zachariah if there are any discrepancies.
- An updated drawing for the renovation of our church is posted in the rear for your reference. See Dr. Cherian Samuel if you have questions.
JUNE 2013
13/2013
TRUSTEES ANNOUNCEMENT
we have posted an updated address and phone number list in the back of the church. If everyone could please take a moment to check the information on there it would be greatly appreciated. Any corrections should be written on the white sheets of paper that are right next to the address lists. Please write the number that is next to your name and then write the corrections needed. If you are unable to do so, please contact the secretary or trustee for the updated contact information. We would like to get this done so that each of our members can have a two sheet directory list as soon as possible.Also, our church balance is low. Only 27 people have contributed to the send off fund so far. More participation will be greatly appreciated.
VBS
- VBS will be held between June 13-16, 2013. Registration fee is $10. The schedule is as follows: Thursday - 7-9:30pm Friday - 9am-3:30pm, Saturday - 9am-3:30pm, and Sunday morning 8:30am-10am, when practice for the finale after church will take place.
- Instead of a variety show, the youth has decided to do a raffle. A ticket costs $10 each and there are some great prizes. So buy a ticket before they get sold out. The prices are as follows: a 32" Television as 1st price, a tablet for 2nd price, and gift card as third price.
GENERAL BODY ANNOUNCEMENT
A general body meeting will be held on Sunday at church after the service. All members are encouraged to participate in the decision making. The agenda is as follows:
- Refinance of the parsonage
- Update of subcomittee for the regional conference
- Building committee update
- AOB with permission of the chair
07/2013
TRUSTEES ANNOUNCEMENT
Notice from the trustees: we have posted an updated address and phone number list in the back of the church. If everyone could please take a moment to check the information on there it would be greatly appreciated. Any corrections should be written on the white sheets of paper that are right next to the address lists. Please write the number that is next to your name and then write the corrections needed. If you are unable to do so, please contact the secretary or trustee for the updated contact information. We would like to get this done so that each of our members can have a two sheet directory list as soon as possible.Also, our church balance is low. Only 27 people have contributed to the send off fund so far. More participation will be greatly appreciated.
VBS
VBS will be held between June 13-16, 2013. The schedule is as follows: Thursday - 7-9pm, Friday - 9am-3:30pm, Saturday - 9am-3:30pm, and Sunday morning 8:30am-10am, when practice for the finale after church will take place.
YOUTH LEAGUE ANNOUNCEMENT
Sign up for the Souvenir for Youth Regional Conference. 1/2 page ad is 50 and full page ad is 100. So make sure you see Jenny or Jomi to reserve your space today.
Instead of a variety show, the youth has decided to do a raffle. A ticket costs $10 each and there are some great prizes. So buy a ticket before they get sold out.
Instead of a variety show, the youth has decided to do a raffle. A ticket costs $10 each and there are some great prizes. So buy a ticket before they get sold out.
MAY 2013
21/2013
WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT
The marriage between Mr. Sampath Sam John, son of Mr and Mrs. Soman John of South Florida Marthoma Church and Ms. Derin Merle John daughter of Mr and Mrs. Thomas John Kaidhavana of Abu Dhabi Marthoma Church is decided to be solemnized on June 22, 2013 at 11:00am at St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church, Thiruvilla. If there are any ecclesiastical or legal objections regarding this marriage, it should be informed in writing to the vicar in advance. This is the first announcement.
LETTR FROM HERMON MARTHOMA CHURCH
Dear Achen and the members of the church, May 10, 2013. As per the decision of the Diocese, the Vicar and the Executive committee of Hermon Marthoma Church, Atlanta are very happy to invite you all to attend the Seminar that is in connection with the Jubilee celebration of the Diocese of North America & Europe on Sunday May 26, 2013 at 2.PM. Our Respected Rt. Rev. Dr. Geevarghese Mar Theodosius Episcopa be will presided this seminar. We Kindly request you all to attend this seminar with prayers. Let us know the attendance and participation from your church. The program has been finalizing and let me know any members in your church would like to have a felicitation or a message. Any recommendation, if it is appropriate will be acceptable. Thank You, Sagin Mamman, Secretary and Rev. Binu Thomas, Vicar & President.
SOUTHERN REGIONAL CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT - /southern-regional-conference.html
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM TRUSTEES
Our church balance is very low, so if everyone can please cooperate in paying the dues it will be greatly appreciated. We also request that everyone pay their subscription in advance and pay $100 per family. Also Achen is available everyday for house visiting, so please let Achen know when he can come visit. We ask that the committee members help arrange achen's schedule.
Our church balance is very low, so if everyone can please cooperate in paying the dues it will be greatly appreciated. We also request that everyone pay their subscription in advance and pay $100 per family. Also Achen is available everyday for house visiting, so please let Achen know when he can come visit. We ask that the committee members help arrange achen's schedule.
YOUTH ANNOUNCEMENT
Please register for the upcoming youth conference at amazingloveofgod.com, or let us know if you would want a paper registration instead . Last Sunday was the last day for the normal registration cost of $130 for our church members. You may pay by cash, or make your checks payable to: “Youth Fellowship of S.FL MarThoma Church“. Also please either submit a paper copy of your health insurance card or email a copy of it to southfloridamtcyouth@gmail.com. Thank you for all your support and cooperation.
SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENT
- Memory verse competition will be held this Sunday (12th May, 2013)
- Those who did not pay for diocesan test please bring it in next Sunday (12th May, 2013)
- May 18th will be competition for song, instrumental and speech/storytelling. It will begin at 9 am til 11:30am
FROM THE SECRETARY
I have the application and souvenir sponsorship form for Mar Thoma evangelists association 10th National Conference. The theme is journey with Christ and hosted by MT Church of Dallas. Please let me know if you would are interested the forms.