Executive Committee
President/Vicar Rev. P. J. Varghese (Home) 718.845.2920
[email protected] (Cell) 718.612.1891
Vice President Mr. M.C. Varughese 516.825.3895
Secretary Mr. Jason Thomas 917.414.8924
Treasurer Mr. Bijoy Daniel 516.567.0596
Accountant Mr. Jibin Thomas 516.554.7246
Lay Leader Mr. Mathew Varghese 718.347.7165
Lay Leader Mr. Roshan Varughese 516.326.9138
Mandalam Rep. Mr. Thomas Daniel 516.285.5998
Assembly Rep. Mr. George C. Abraham 718.465.7170
Assembly Rep. Mr. Joel P. Varughese 718.577.9354
Representatives of Organizations
Sunday School Mrs. Mariamma Abraham 516.812.9148
Youth Fellowship Mr. Jacob Koshy 201.780.3421
Yuvajana. Sakhyam Mr. Shibu Joseph 516.358.9188
Sevika Sangham Mrs. Susan Kurian 516.285.0174
Edavaka Mission Mr. E.P. Philip 516.223.0752
Choir Mr. Sony Joseph 516.488.1605
Representatives of Area Prayer Groups
Astoria/Jackson Hts. Mr. Anil Thomas 973.659.3414
Coney Island Mr. Shibu John 718.336.0849
Ridgewood/Wyckoff Mr. M.T. Chacko 718. 847.7677
Bellerose/Q. Village Mr. T.C. Kurian 718. 413.7659
Floral Park Mr. M. V. Varughese 718.470.6745
Elmont/Rosedale Mr. Thomas John 516.812.9515
New Hyde Park Mr. Abraham Mammen 516.488.1972
Garden City Park Mr. Roy P. Varghese 516.873.0671
Long Island Mr. Abraham Thomas 516.558.7638
Auditors
Mr. P.V Varghese 516.379.8046
Mr. Abraham Thomas 718.343.7622
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From your Vicar …. After the season of Lent and observance of Passion Week, once again we
are approaching Easter, the greatest event of Christianity. Easter is the
celebration of Christ’s victory over death, satan and the world. For us, it
is the occasion of imbibing the hope and power of resurrection over all
demonic forces of life. May our celebration be an occasion of affirming
and assimilating the meaning and message of Easter again.
It is with humble and heartfelt gratitude I am writing this last and 36th
letter “From your Vicar” in the News Letter of Epiphany MT Parish.
Through this page, each month, I tried to inform and educate you on
certain themes of responsible Christian life, practical implications of
Spirituality, meaning of our call and commitment etc. All my efforts of
these 3 years were centered on one thing - to prepare my people to be
closer to God.
I have given attention to my people and their needs than any personal
gains or benefits. I am glad to share with you that we as a Parish enjoyed
and experienced God’s blessings abundantly in the last 3 years. We are
thankful to God and you all for your prayers, love and affection. His Grace
the Mar Thoma Metropolitan has assigned me to Bethel MTC, Kolar Road,
Bhopal, MP, Tel. 755 249 5595 and Ittarcy Mission from May 1st, 2010.
I request you to continue to uphold us in your prayers, continue to
strengthen the Parish through your prayer, participation and sharing of
resources and continue the mission of the Church under the experienced
and eminent leadership of the new Vicar Rev. Oommen V. Varkey.
Thank you and prayerful regards,
Yours in Christ’s Service
Epiphany M.T. Parsonage
March 25, 2010 P.J.Vargheseachen
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“The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” –Matthew 9:37.
I had the honor of serving with one of God’s workers, Rev. P.J. Varghese as
lay leader during his first year at our church. Even during that short time, I
saw that Achen’s attention to detail which enabled him to transition into
and carry out his leadership role very efficiently. Achen, Shanthi
kochamma, Kshema & Susheel made it very clear from early on that their
ministry is indeed a family ministry. During their three years here, all four
of them were involved throughout the various organizations of our parish
and within the North East region as well. On behalf of our parish, I wish
Achen & family continued success in their ministry. Know that wherever
you go, our prayers are with you and our God will continue to guide you
and give you all that you need to carry out His wonderful work.
Yours in His service
Jason Thomas (Secretary)
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Date Time Program Special Observance
April 1 7:00 PM Passover Service & The Greatest Thanksgiving Offering Holy Communion
(Malayalam)
April 2 9:30 AM Part 1: English Good Friday : Salvation through
Christ Jesus` Part 2: Malayalam
Part 3: Malayalam
April 4 9:30 AM Easter Service(Mal) & Holy Communion
(English)
Resurrection: Foundation of Christian Faith
April 11 9:00 AM Intercessory Prayer (Malayalam)
New Sunday - Faith Proclamation of Apostle Tomas 10:15 AM Holy Communion
(English)
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April 18 9:00 AM Intercessory Prayer (English)
Transforming Vision of Resurrection
10:15 AM Holy Communion (Malayalam)
April 25 9:30 AM Holy Communion (English)
Restoring Jesus
Date 1st Lesson 2nd Lesson Epistle Gospel
April 1
Genesis 22:1-14
Hebrews 5:1-14
1Corinthians 11:23-34
Matthew 26:14-46
April 2 Good Friday
1st Service
Isaiah 53: 1-12
1 Peter 1:1-25
Matthew 26:47-75
2nd Service
Zechariah 13:1-9
Galatians 3:1-22
Matthew 27:1-44
3rd Service
Numbers 21:1-9
Hebrews 3:1-19
Matthew 27:45-56
April 4
2 Kings 4:27-37
1Corinthians 15:1-20
Colossians 3:1-11
Matthew 28:1-10
April 11 Zephaniah
3:14-20 1Corinthians
15:1-19 1Corinthians
15:20-28 John
20:19-29
April 18 Exodus
13:17-22 Acts 4:32-37 Jude 17-25
Luke 24:13-32
April 25 1 Kings 19:1-18 Acts 8:9-25
2 Timothy 4:9-18
John 21:15-19
ASSISTING/USHERING
Month Prayer Group
April Bellerose/Queens Village
May Floral Park
June Elmont/Rosedale/Valley Stream
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SUNDAY SCHOOL Date Time Event
April 4 9:00 AM – 10:10 AM Assembly & Classes
April 11 9:00 AM – 10:10 AM Assembly & Classes
April 18 9:00 AM – 10:10 AM Assembly & Classes
April 25 9:00 AM – 10:10 AM Assembly & Classes
Sunday School Anniversary - April 11 Immediately after the Holy Communion Service Diocesan Examination (grade 5-10) - May 2 Sunday VBS at our church - July 8th —11th Junior Senior Students’ Conference at Ramapo College -New Jersey - July 15th -18th
EDAVAKA MISSION Date and Time Event Residence
Monday Weekly Meeting Mr. Chacko Daniel April 5 251 North Street 7.30 PM Manhasset Hills, NY
11040
Monday Special Meeting Mr. George Mathai
April 12 89-77 220th Street
7.30 PM Queens Village, NY 11427
Wednesday Weekly Meeting Mr. George Mathew
April 14 1772 Willis Ave
7.30 PM Merrick, NY 11566
Wednesday Weekly Meeting Mr. E.P.Philip
April 21 1711 Pettit Ave ,
7.30 PM N. Merrick, NY 11566
Thursday Weekly Meeting Mr. V.C.Abraham April 29 675 Flanders Drive 7.30 PM Woodmere, NY 11581
Edavaka Mission and Senior Citizen members will visit the sick and ailing members of the Parish. The members are requested to join the team according to the information given by the Coordinator: Mr. Abraham
Thariath -718.712.0736
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MALAYALAM CHOIR
Practice for worship service: 9.30 AM on 1st & 3rd Sundays and on appointed Saturdays.
ENGLISH CHOIR
Choir practice for the worship service will be held in the Church on
Sundays and appointed days. All choir members are requested to
participate in the choir practice without fail.
YOUTH FELLOWSHIP Date Event Location
April 9 Men's Fellowship TBA
TBA Women's Fellowship TBA
TBA Volunteering TBA
April 11 2nd Sunday Meeting Church after Service
April 18 Bake Sale Church
Youth Fellowship Retreat: May 28-30 Theme: "One Faith, One Fire. His Passion, My Desire." -Galatians 5:24.
Location: Blue Mountain Christian Retreat Center Cost: $100 for Youth Fellowship members ; $105 for non-YF members
YUVAJANA SAKHYAM Date and Time Event Residence
Sunday Cottage Prayer Mr. Chacko Daniel
April 11 251 North Street
7:00 PM Manhasset Hills, NY 11040
516.385.1438
General Body Meeting - April 18 Immediately after the Holy Communion Service
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SEVIKA SANGHAM Date and Time Event Residence
Thursday Bible Study Mrs. Tissy Alexander
April 15 40 North 10th Street
7:00 PM New Hyde Park, NY 11040
516.328.0415
Area Prayer Meetings Date and Time Area Residence
Saturday Bayridge/Coney Island Mr. Thomas C. Varghese (Babykutty)
April 10 849 Avnue Z
7:00 PM Brooklyn, NY 11235
718.646.4943
Sunday Bellrose/Queens Village Mr. Simon Samuel
April 11 77-56 252nd Street
5:00 P.M. Bellrose,NY 11426
718.343.5147
Sunday Garden City Park/ Thomas Mathew (Mohan)
April 18 Manhasset 71 Royal Way
5:00 P.M. Manhasset Hills, NY 11040
516.869.9607
Sunday New Hyde Park Thomas Chacko (Leny)
April 18 7 Paul Ave.
7:00 P.M. New Hyde Park, NY 11040
516.775.0464
Church Events Date Event Location
April 15-16 Diocesan Clergy meeting Atlanta Mar Thoma Church
April 16 Diocesan Council Atlanta Mar Thoma Church
April 17 Diocesan Assembly Atlanta Mar Thoma Church
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Condolences
The Epiphany Parish expresses their heartfelt condolences and prayers to Mr. George Thomas & Family, 159 Sampson Ave, Albertson on the demise of Mr. T. G. John, 80 yrs, (Bangalore), father of Mrs. Sarah Thomas
The following members have changed their address:
Thomas Chacko (Leny) T. C. Kurien (Ponnachen) Thomas. M. Thannickal (Joy)
7 Paul Ave. 80-28, 257 Street 733 Desmond Ct
New Hyde Park, NY 11040 Floral Park, NY 11004 Brooklyn, NY 11235
516.775.0464 718.413.7659 718.332.4121
Happy Birthday Greetings to:
Jennifer Ann Philipose Coney Island 4/1
Jaimee Thampan Manhasset Hills 4/1
Varghese Daniel Franklin Square 4/2
Brady Bains Elmont 4/2
Jeswin J. Chacko Elmont 4/2
Liza Abraham Woodmere 4/2
Jobby Mathew Floral Park 4/3
Asher J John Hicksville 4/3
Sibyl M. Cherian Floral Park 4/4
Manoj Mathew Manhasset Hill 4/4
Mathew Punnamoottil New HydePark 4/4
M.C. Varughese Elmont 4/5
Bini George Floral Park 4/5
Lini Mathew Abingdon 4/6
Bobby Thomas Bellerose 4/7
Mary Pothen Floral Park 4/7
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Abi Tom Cherian Floral Park 4/8
Chacko Daniel Manhasset Hill 4/8
Rosamma Alex New HydePark 4/8
Biji Jacob W. Hempstead 4/8
Wilson Oommen Floral Park 4/9
Thankamma Thomas Manhasset Hill 4/9
Jiby Joseph Queens Village 4/9
Reji Philipose Coney Island 4/10
Tiffiny Mathew Fresh Meadows 4/10
Susan Thomas Hicksville 4/10
John P. John Queens Village 4/10
Katelynn Mary Thariath Rosedale 4/10
Christopher Jaden Thomas Valley Stream 4/12
Bini Mathew New HydePark 4/13
Joslin Alfonsa Riju Wyckoff 4/13
Jacob C. Mathew Garden CityPark 4/15
Thampankunju Varkey Manhasset Hill 4/15
Babu Varghese New HydePark 4/15
Jasmine Varughese Elmont 4/16
Annie Jacob New HydePark 4/16
Jessy Mathew New HydePark 4/16
Marcy Mathew New HydePark 4/16
Soumya Simon Samuel Bellerose 4/17
Lukas Philipose Coney Island 4/17
George Kuruvilla New HydePark 4/17
Chemparathil S. Thomas Elmont 4/18
Blessy Mary Abraham Merrick 4/18
Marykutty Thariath Rosedale 4/18
Joslyn Thomas Albertson 4/19
Annamma Thomas Elmont 4/20
Annamma Alexander Floral Park 4/20
Kaitlyn John Garden City Park 4/20
Irene Sony Joseph Bellerose 4/21
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Chachiamma Thomas New Hyde Park 4/21
Abraham K. Daniel Ridgewood 4/21
Andrew Alex Floral Park 4/22
Mathew George Floral Park 4/22
Rex Varghese New City 4/22
Stanley S. Oommen Richmond Hill 4/23
Ryan Aji Coney Island 4/24
Mary Cherian Floral Park 4/24
Shiny John Hicksville 4/24
Jessy Jacob New HydePark 4/24
Sneha Miriam George New HydePark 4/24
Santhi Dennis Bellerose 4/25
Geevarghese Johnson Glen Cove 4/25
Rosamma Unni Williston Park 4/25
Beverly B. Varghese New HydePark 4/26
Saramma Anil Thomas Randolph 4/26
Eapen Mathews Ridgewood 4/28
Thomas Daniel Elmont 4/29
Esther L. Mathew Floral Park 4/29
Mariamma Thomas Queens Village 4/29
Cherian Moolakkal Ridgewood 4/29
Littymol Cherian Ridgewood 4/29
Mathew Abraham New HydePark 4/30
Sheeba George New HydePark 4/30
Happy Wedding Anniversary Greetings to:
Mr & Mrs. V. Thomas Varghese Merrick 4/2
Mr & Mrs. Abraham C. Abraham Coney Island 4/6
Mr & Mrs. Aji B.Thariyan Coney Island 4/7
Mr & Mrs. E.P. Philip Merrick 4/13
Mr & Mrs. N. K. Mathew Manhasset Hills 4/17
Mr & Mrs. Mathew Varughese New Hyde Park 4/18
Mr & Mrs. Abraham K. John Elmont 4/20
Mr & Mrs. Gimmy M. Abraham Coney Island 4/22
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Mr & Mrs. Mathew Abraham New Hyde Park 4/23
Mr & Mrs. Philip Mathai East Meadow 4/24
Mr & Mrs. Rinu Varughese Floral Park 4/24
Mr & Mrs. P. V. Mathew Bayridge 4/25
Mr & Mrs. Joe P. Thomas Coney Island 4/25
Mr & Mrs. Jacob Chacko Elmont 4/25
Mr & Mrs. Koshy Thomas Pelham 4/26
Mr & Mrs. Shibu Mathew Garden City park 4/29
Mr & Mrs. Mathai M. Varghese New Hyde Park 4/30
Mr & Mrs. Mathew M Thannickal New Hyde Park 4/30
Mr & Mrs. P.V. Cherian Ridgewood 4/30
Mr & Mrs. Thomas V. Thomas Wantagh 4/30
Thought for the Month
Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies.
Mother Teresa
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Epiphany Mar Thoma Church News Letter
Published by: Epiphany M.T. Church (For private circulation only, E&OE)
Phone (Church): 718-848-5231
Phone (Rectory): 718-845-2920
Fax: 718-845-7052
Website: http://www.epiphanymarthoma.org