MAR THOMA CHURCH

June 28, 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 90th birth anniversary of Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thoma Metropolitan. He conveyed his greetings and wished him a long life and good health.

About:

  • The Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church, also known as the Mar Thoma Church, is one of the ancient, indigenous churches in Kerala.

  • It is traditionally believed that Saint Thomas, a disciple of Jesus Christ came to India in AD 52 and established the Church.

  • The Church is presently headed by their 21st Malankara Metropolitan, Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thoma, who has headed the Church for the last thirteen years.

  • The Church runs various social welfare institutions, destitute homes, hospitals, colleges, schools and technical institutions. 

Source : PIB

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