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Pastoral Letter to the Beloved Parishioners of St. Mary’s Syro-Malankara Catholic Church
15 Warrendale Court, Toronto, Canada  

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Grace, peace, and the boundless love of our Lord Jesus Christ be with each of you.

With a heart full of gratitude, I write to you as we continue our journey of faith, strengthened by the Holy Spirit. Since the mission began in 1986 under Rev. Dr. Peter Kochery, our community has blossomed, bearing witness to God’s grace and love. Today, as a part of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Eparchy of the USA and Canada, we are blessed to be under the leadership of our diocesan bishop, H.G. Philipos Mar Stephanos, and, indeed, the pastoral care of our Holy Father, Pope Francis.

Our parish at 15 Warrendale Court has truly become more than a place of worship—it is a sanctuary of love, a home of fellowship, and a testament to our shared faith. “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds” (Hebrews 10:24). The elevation to full parish status in 2017 was a call to deeper service and unity, a reminder that the Church is alive in each of us, to be shared and celebrated.

As we celebrate the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary each September 8th, our devotion brings us closer to God. This year, the Novena of St. Jude has enriched our hearts and drawn us together. As Christ reminds us, “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I with them” (Matthew 18:20). May we continue to seek His presence and His guidance with humble, prayerful hearts.

Looking ahead, I am thrilled to announce that our Christmas celebration will be held on December 27, and we are expecting about 700 attendees. I invite each of you to welcome your family, friends, and neighbors in the Toronto region to this beautiful occasion. Let it be a moment of joy, of God’s love shared, and of rededication to our calling in Christ. If you feel called, we welcome sponsorships to help support this celebration, ensuring we can offer a warm, inviting gathering for all.

Our upcoming Parish Council elections offer an important opportunity, particularly for our youth, to step into roles of leadership. “Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, in purity” (1 Timothy 4:12). I encourage each of you, especially our younger members, to embrace this calling as we move forward together in our faith.

I thank each one of you who has walked this path with us, and those who have carried the mission of St. Mary’s Syro-Malankara Catholic Church with love, faith, and dedication. Together, united in the Syro-Malankara tradition and with our fellow Catholics around the world, we shine the light of Christ.

May the Lord bless you, keep you, and strengthen us all through the intercession of our Blessed Mother as we continue on this beautiful journey.

With heartfelt blessings and prayers,  
Rev. Fr. Varghese Achanithadathil Samuel
Vicar, St. Mary’s Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, Toronto

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