Shalom and warm greetings in the precious name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Let’s lift our hearts together in thanksgiving to our gracious God. Our 45th Parish Day celebration was a true blessing. I thank God for each one of you who participated and worked hard. Your commitment made the day special. Blessing to our dear First Communicants. As you took this important step in your faith journey, may the Holy Spirit guide you, strengthen you, and fill you with His wisdom and love throughout your lives.
Thanks to everyone involved in our Diocesan Family Conference by participating or generously contributing. May the Lord bless your selflessness and use the conference powerfully to strengthen families and faith across our Diocese.
Let's focus our hearts on God's Word:
July 6th: Tithe Offering Sunday - "Life for the Creator" (Mark 12:41-44)
We remember the poor widow who gave her last coins, her "whole living," trusting God completely. Her offering wasn't about the amount, but about her total devotion. This Sunday challenges us: Does our giving – of time, talents, and treasures – reflect that same wholehearted trust and commitment to our Creator? Let our lives be an offering to Him.
July 13th: Clergy Sunday - "Jesus Christ: Icon of Ordained Ministry" (Matthew 9:35-38)
We give thanks for all our clergy. Jesus moved with compassion for the lost and weary, actively shepherding and teaching. This is the true model of ordained ministry: leading like Christ, serving with compassion, and praying for more workers in God's harvest field. Let us support and uphold our clergy in prayer.
July 20th: "Holy Baptism: Uniting with Christ" (John 3:1-8)
Jesus tells Nicodemus about the necessity of being "born again" of water and the Spirit. Baptism is our visible sign of this inward reality – our union with Christ in His death and resurrection, cleansing us and marking us as God's own children. It's the beginning of our new life in Him. Let us cherish this sacred gift and live out its meaning daily.
July 27th: "Training for the Ministry of the Kingdom of God" (John 8:31-36)
Jesus says, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." True discipleship is the ongoing relationship with Jesus and His truth that frees us from sin and equips us to serve effectively in His world. Let's commit to learning and growing in His Word.
May this July be a month of deepening gratitude, faithful giving, renewed commitment to Christ and one another.
Blessings in his Service,
M. C. VARGHESE ACHEN