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St. John’s
Mar Thoma Church
90-37 213
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STREET, QUEENS VILLAGE, NY
www.stjohnsmtcny.org
Vicar: Rev. Johnson Samuel
Worship - Sunday 9:00 am| Sunday School - Sunday 12:00 pm
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2025
Vicar Rev. Johnson Samuel
516-560-9220, 718 465 2300
vicar4stjohns@gmail.com
Vice President Mr. Eapen George 718-753-4772
Secretary Mr. Zachariah Mathai
917-208–1714
secretary@stjohnsmtcny.org
Trustee Mr. Beji T. Joseph
516-220-5344
trustees@stjohnsmtcny.org
Accountant Mr. Sanu Mathew 646-261-7017
Lay Ministrants
Mr. Binny John
Mr. Jess J. Chacko
516-830-5352
718-300-3866
Sabha Mandalam Mr. Thomas C. Mathew 516-996-6065
Diocesan Assembly
Mr. Jain George
Mr. Roy C. Thomas
516-225-7284
516-587-1924
Diocesan Assembly (EN) Mr. C V. Simonkutty 516-742-3520
Organization Representatives
Edavaka Mission Mr. Abraham C. Thomas 516-359-4451
Parish Choir Mr. Samuel Thomas 516-216-5051
Senior Fellowship Mr. M. Thomas 917-741-1747
Sevika Sangham Mrs. Jessy Lukose 917-612-1913
Sunday School Mr. Mathew Eapen 516-853-4929
Young Family Fellowship Mr. Biju Mathew 516-603-3499
Youth Fellowship Ms. Geena George 917-400-3562
Yuvajana Sakhyam Mr. Saj Samuel 551-227-0070
Prayer Group Representatives
Bellerose Mr. Mathew P. Thomas 718-877-8918
Eastern Long Island Mrs. Aparna Santhosh 516-445-4935
Elmont & West Hempstead Mr. Shibu Pappachan 929-438-9702
Floral Park & Glen Oaks Mr. C. K. Mathai 516-279-9709
Garden City Park Mr. Mathew P. George 516-503-1735
New Hyde Park East Mr. Bitto Cherian 516-618-9767
New Hyde Park West Dr. Anna Abraham 516-492-0450
Palli Bhagom Mr. George Cherian 718-614-1909
Auditors Mr. Biju Chacko 516-996-4611
Mrs. Liji Isaac 516-787-5437
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MESSAGE FROM THE VICAR
Dearly beloved in Christ,
Greetings to you all in the name of our Lord
and Savior Jesus Christ.
As we enter into the second month of the year,
let us praise God for all His manifold blessings.
February is an important month for the Malan-
kara Mar Thoma Syrian church community.
One of the largest Christian Convention in Asia,
which is the 130th session of the Maramon
Convention will begin on 8th February and will last one week. Let us pray
to God for a blessed Maramon Convention and that all who hear the mes-
sages at the sand beds of Pampa River can see and know God at a person-
al level.
The Church observes 'Medical Mission Sunday' on first Sunday of February.
Healing was the total purpose of the mission of Jesus in the world. Jesus
identified with the pain of the person. Through that He restored that per-
son to an active socio-religious beings. Jesus' life was the cost of that
identification. Now the healing ministry is away from the salvific act of Je-
sus. In present situation so many are affected with chronic diseases. Some
times we have to look for the reason for these diseases. That may be an
outcome of vested interests of profit motive decisions of the authorities.
There we have to take position with the prey of that situation and fight
against that. Healing touches are being commercialized, the commercial-
ized mission of healing reduces it as a 'wonder work'. Therefore, we need
true Christian healing approach. The real Christian healing is the manifes-
tation of the creative power of God's love. The ministry of healing is minis-
try of compassion and love. Let us be the channels of healing of great
healer our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
The observation of the ' Fast of Nineveh ' or three day Lent will begin on
9th to until 12th. It falls 18 days before the Great Lent and is known as
“little Lent”. The confession and conversation of Jonah and the people of
Nineveh are the thrust of this fast. Like Jonah we all wish to accommodate
God in the boxes of our thoughts. Jonah is at work in all of us a lot of
times. No concerns towards others. The Sacrament of confession is to
counter the 'Jonah' within us. The more we confess the more we are open
to the Grace of God.
This Lenten season is the period of spiritual re-evaluation. Let us examine
whether we are in love and mercy with our neighbors. The Lent season
demands a time of turning away from the wrongs in our life and turning
away towards God. May God bless us all.
With Prayers.
Rev. Johnson Samuel (Vicar)
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FEBRUARY 2; HOLY QURBANA - MALAYALAM– 9:00 a.m.
Medical Mission Sunday
1st Lesson 2 Kings 20:1-11; Mr. Babu Samuel
2nd Lesson Hebrews 9:11-14; Ms. Irine Jacob
Epistle James 5:13-18; Mr. Sabu Lukose
Gospel Mark 5:25-34
FEBRUARY 16 ; HOLY QURBANA - MALAYALAM -9:00 a.m.
Abundant life through the experience of the Kingdom of God
1st Lesson Isiah 11:1-9; Mr. Shibu Mathew
2nd Lesson Ephesians 3:16-21; Mrs. Omana John
Epistle 1 Corinthians 1:4-9; Mr. Sony Yohannan
Gospel John 4:4-15
WORSHIP SCHEDULE FOR JANUARY
FEBRUARY 9; HOLY QURBANA –ENGLISH- 9:00 a.m.
God’s Sublime Creation
1st Lesson Isaiah 40:12-26; Mr. David Anish
2nd Lesson Romans 8:18-25; Mrs. Ginsey George
Epistle Colossians 1:15-20; Mr. Daniel Anish
Gospel Matthew 6:26-30
FEBRUARY 23 ; HOLY QURBANA - ENGLISH– 9:00 a.m.
Reorganization of life to experience the Kingdom of God
1st Lesson Ezekiel 36:24-31; Mr. Daniel David
2nd Lesson Ephesians 4:17-24; Ms. Christa Mathew
Epistle 1 Peter 2:1-10; Mr. Jake Joseph
Gospel Luke 19:1-10
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SENIOR FELLOWSHIP
Tuesdays At 10:00 am at Church
SEVIKA SANGHOM
Thursday,
Feb. 22; 10 AM
Mrs. Annamma Thankachan
74-31 Littleneck Pkwy, Glen Oaks
Thursdays At 10:00 AM at Church
EDAVAKA MISSION
Friday,
Feb. 14; 7:30 PM
Abraham Thomas
26 Seventh Street, Garden City Park
Fridays At 7:30 pm at Church
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sundays At 12:30 pm at Church
YOUNG FAMILY FELLOWSHIP
Sunday
Feb. 9
General Body Meeting at Church
Immediately following Sunday School
YOUTH FELLOWSHIP
Feb. 12 & 26
at 7:00 PM
At Youth Chaplain’s Parsonage
Friday, Feb. 14 At 7:00 PM at Church
YUVAJANA SAKHYAM
Sunday
Feb. 16
Prayer Meeting at Church at 1:30 PM
Hosted by Athira and Arun
ZOOM MEETING LINK
Church Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/6526148353
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Dearly beloved in Christ,
Glory be to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - One True
God! Amen.
Wow, it is already February! How quickly time is flying!
As the world emphasizes romantic love, it's a great oppor-
tunity for Christians to focus on agape—God's uncondition-
al, selfless love that transcends emotions and embraces ac-
tion.
In 1 Corinthians 13, St. Paul's description of love as being patient and kind is
truly a countercultural call to practice love that seeks others' well-being. This
love is not limited to moments of celebration or affection but extends to those
who are hard to love, like strangers, enemies, and those with different opin-
ions. Beloved, as we persevere to embody this love, we discover ourselves
evolving and motivated to bring Christ into everything we do.
Amid a world filled with hostility and division, embodying this Christlike love
can serve as a powerful testimony. Uncomplicated acts of kindness, listening
with empathy, and speaking truth in love cannot only recast relationships but
also bring hope and positivity in the face of hardship.
I then implore us all to see that this Valentine's season, let's be intentional
about reflecting God's love.
Here's a simple challenge for the days ahead:
Pray for Someone Difficult to Love – Lift someone who has hurt or disagreed
with you.
Commit to One Act of Unconditional Love – Show kindness without expecting
anything in return.
Encourage Someone – Share a word of affirmation or encouragement with
someone who might feel unseen.
May February inspire us to let God's love shape how we see and serve others,
especially as we wait on the verge of Great Lent. Through this, we find reas-
surance and comfort in the ultimate love shown to us through Jesus Christ,
guiding us in our daily interactions and decisions.
In Christ's Love,
JVarghese Achen
YOUTH CHAPLAIN’S MESSAGE
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AREA PRAYER MEETINGS
Bellerose
Date and location to be announced
Eastern Long Island
Saturday, February 22, 5 pm
Leelamma Mathai
1765 Gerald Avenue, East Meadow
516-832-7037
Elmont & West Hempstead
Sunday, February 9; 7 pm
Rinny Jacob Chacko
286 Rintin Street, Franklin Square
929-301-7359
Floral Park & Glen Oaks
Sunday, February 16; 7 pm
Thomas M. Thomas
79-35 270 Street, Floral Park
718-831-1146
Garden City Park
Date and location to be announced
New Hyde Park East
Saturday, February 8; 7 pm
Koruthu George
12 Winthrop Street, New Hyde Park
516-354-7552
New Hyde Park West
Sunday, February 23; 7 pm
Jacob T. Joseph
130 Wilton Street, New Hyde Park
516-426-5843
Palli Bhagom
Date and location to be announced
DATES TO REMEMBER
• Feb. 9-16- 130th Maramon Convention
• March 2; Sunday– Beginning of the Great Lent
• April 18– Good Friday
• April 20– Easter
CONDOLENCES
Mrs. Annamma Thankachan at the passing of Koshy Thankachan on Jan. 11.
We express our deepest condolences to Annamma Thankachan, Anil and An-
itha and extended family members. Kindly request everyone to uphold them
in your prayers.
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Please make it a priority to send your youth to
these events. These gatherings offer more than
just activities; they’re valuable opportunities for
our children to connect with their faith, build last-
ing friendships, and grow spiritually. Let’s give
them the chance to experience the joy and purpose
found in a life rooted in Christ. Your encourage-
ment and commitment make all the difference in
shaping their journey with God and with our com-
munity.
Combined Youth Fellowship Bible Study
When: Wednesday, February 12 & 26, 2024, at 7:00 pm
Where: Youth Chaplain’s Parsonage
Come ready for a night of spiritual growth, connection, and deep discussion! All are in-
vited, and we’d love for you to join us as we dive into God’s Word together. Mark your
calendars and don’t miss out!
Monthly Parish Youth Fellowship Meetings
Monthly Parish Youth Fellowship Meetings are happening, and they’re filled with activi-
ties to deepen our faith and friendships. For more information, please reach out to your
Parish Youth Fellowship Secretary, who will have all the details. Let’s make the most of
these gatherings!
February College Visits – Let’s Fellowship in Christ!
Students! Join in on an opportunity to grow together, share life, and encourage one an-
other on campus! Your Youth Chaplain is excited to join you for fellowship, support, and
prayer. Whether you need a break, a boost, or a few moments of community, we’re here
for you. Here’s where you can join us:
University of Connecticut (UConn):
Date: February 4, 2025Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Adelphi University:
Date: February 5, 2025Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Hofstra University:
Date: February 5, 2025Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
University of Buffalo:
Date: February 12, 2025Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
University at Albany:
Date: February 18, 2025Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Stony Brook University:
Date: February 20, 2025Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
St. John’s UniversityDate:
TBDTime: TBD
YOUTH CHAPLAIN’S MESSAGE
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BIRTHDAYS IN FEBRUARY
Anju Annie Abraham 1
Easow E. Mathunny 2
Joy A. Chacko 2
Offer Prayer on February 2
K. M. Thomas 3
Steven Joy 3
Saramma Mathew 3
Philip Mathew Kallumpurathu 3
Ahaana Ann Paul 3
Leena R. Mathew 3
Sneha Ann Abraham 4
Angela J. Panicker 4
Binny V. Saji 4
Susamma T. Mathew 4
Abigail Alexander 4
Philip Cherian 5
Thomas T. Zachariah 5
Noah Arun 7
Jolly Itty Philip 7
Edwin Kuttikattu Abraham 7
Raina Ann Koshy 7
Susan K. Philip 7
C. V. Simonkutty 7
Jason Konnethu Thomas 8
Achankunju Mathew 8
Joash John Mathew 8
Geena S. Rajan 8
Varghese John 9
Swarup John Mathew 9
Desney Kunjappan Abraham 9
Offer Prayer on February 9
Roshith Thomas Mathew 10
Robin K. Varughese 10
Emeline Abraham 10
Shajan T. Koshy 10
Nimmy Sara Kuruvilla 11
Melbie Mariam Mathew 11
Betsy George 11
John Mathew K. 12
Ammukutty Nainan 12
Jerry J. George 12
John D. Isaac 12
Jeron Chacko 13
Thomas Philip 13
Ashley Sarah Jacob 13
Noah Lino Alex 14
Daniel Varghese 15
Alan Eapen Alexander 15
Abraham Zacharia 16
Stacy Mathew 16
Ronish Raju Varghese 16
Baby Jose 16
Offer Prayer on February 16
Arpitha Alice George 17
Saramma Mathew 17
Calvin Samuel Thomas 18
Suresh T. John 18
Varghese George 18
Anil Baby Philipose 18
Shawn Jacob 18
Angelina Alexander 18
Anil Chandy 19
Rejo M. Jose 19
Deepa Alex 19
Delcina Zachariah 19
V. S. Abraham 20
Savannah Noelle George 20
Jins Mariam Moncy 21
Marcia Lilly Thomas 21
Manoj Samuel 22
Ashish John Thomas 22
Kezia Susan Kurien 22
Jaya Sabu Lukose 22
Saramma Varughese 23
Jeremiah J Bitto 23
Arjun Joseph Thomas 23
Offer Prayer on February 23
Jennifer Susan Jacob 24
Jeena Mathew 24
Ann V. Saji 25
Justin George 25
Naomi G. Isaac 25
Christina Susan Thomas 25
Susamma Mathai 26
Jerin P. Jose 27
Saramma Thomas 27
Saramma Mathunney 27
Rahelamma Thomas 27
Steven G. Thomas 28
Lincy George 28
Susan Philip 28
Emilia Mathew 28
Romy T. Rajan 28
Christer John Bijoy 29
Offer Prayer on March 2
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Shiji & Vinu Abraham 4
Susan & Joseph P. John 6
Annie & Titus Cherian 8
Offer Prayer on February 9
Raji & Binu Thomas 10
Susamma & K. G. Alexander 11
Neethu & Roshith Mathew 12
Annamma & John Mathews 12
Soma & Thomas George 14
Preethy & Rexy Sam 15
Molly & Anil Chandy 15
Anitha & Thomas M. Thomas 16
Offer Prayer on February 16
Valsa & Abraham T. Abraham 19
Elsamma & Abraham Thomas 21
Leyamma & Philip Thomas 22
Suja & Varghese Chacko 22
Mini & Anil T. Andrews 22
Offer Prayer on February 23
Mercy & Aniyan P George 24
Kitty & Alexander Achenkutty 24
Offer Prayer on March 2
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY IN FEBRUARY
Alvin Francis, Anil Philipose Binny John, Justin Mathew
Jerin Jose, Thomas C. Mathew Varghese P. Abraham
Munna Sam, Steven Thomas John Mathew, Jeron Chacko
Binu Thomas 516-322-3919
WEBSITE ADMINISTRATOR
Sanu Mathew 646-261-7017
WEB LINKS
Church Online Directory - https://members.instantchurchdirectory.com/
App Store: Instant Church Directory
Church Website - www.stjohnsmtcny.org
Diocese Website - https://www.marthomanae.org/website/index.php
Mar Thoma Website - http://marthoma.in/
App Store: MARTHOMIAN
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SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS
SUPERINTENDENT: Mathew Eapen - P: 516-853-4929
Nursery Grade 7
Christine Thomas 516-713-2725 Suby Mathew 516-661-8168
Gina George 917-400-3562 Benita John 929-245-0070
Kindergarten Grade 8
Melini Valle 347-933-2470 Sunitha Chacko 917-699-4451
Jeron Chacko 917-868-1379 Jessy Lukose 917-612-1913
Grade 1 Grade 9
Jerry Joseph 516-360-6663 Anchi Mathews 516-469-1526
Ginsey George 631-619-6869 Hema Sam 646-291-9246
Joash Mathew 516-450-7301
Grade 2 Grade 10
Angelina Alexander 516-401-8236 Bently Joseph 516-643-4212
Sneha Saj 516-424-6558 Binu Daniel 917-597-6630
Nigel Oommen 516-800-7104
Grade 3 Grade 11
Rachel Philip 516-326-2629 Teena Mathew 516-578-2966
Noel Oommen 516-998-6443 Alex Abraham 516-637-0154
Grade 4 Grade 12
Rena Titus 201-370-6697 Philip Varghese 718-347-2709
Lizi Mathew 516-426-0377 Binu Chacko 347-262-8211
Ashish Abraham 516-554-1947
Grade 5 Substitutes
Leena Abraham 917-817-5115 Beji Joseph 516-220-5344
Jins Moncy 516-503-6019 Mathew Eapen 516-853-4926
Koruth George 516-354-7552
Grade 6
Jaisy Mathew 347-666-5505
Minti Thomas 516-661-8168
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St. John’s Mar Thoma Church
90-37 213
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Street
Queens Village, NY 11428
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