MGOCSM Bhilai delightedly and proudly informs that the official website of MGOCSM Bhilai has been inaugurated on 25th October 2011 by HH Baselius Marthoma Paulose II or better known to be as Bava Thirumeni on his visit to the Steel City Bhilai. All the church members cited the inaugural moment with a round of applause. Vice President of MGOCSM Bhilai CA Rinu V Koshy along with the MGOCSM member/Website Administrator Robin George and MGOCSM Bhilai Secretary Viji Thomas were present at the moment with His Holiness to assist him for the launch.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
MGOCSM Youth Fest/ 55th MGO Cathedral Foundation Day Celebration
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| @ MGOCSM Youth Fest/ 55th MGO Cathedral Foundation Day celebration |
Conducted the 15th August yearly One-day conference tradition in a much casual way, along with the celebration of 55th Foundation day of MGO Cathedral. This time it was more or less like a Gathering-cum-Youth Fest.
Thanks to each & every you guys for your participation, support and coordination.
Special congrats to:
- Viji Thomas for being elected as our new Secretary and the Best Outfit (Male) title;
- Shimona Toms for her new Treasurer post and the title for the Best Outfit (Female);
- Jeffy Thomas for her Joint-Secretaryship; and
- Robin George for making to the final Game winner
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Missing Church Excuses
Well for those who most of the time go to church, but now and then have to miss a Sunday, here is a collection of excuses that have been submitted and approved by God... Just kidding! I have receiving a lot of excuses for missing church so it is time for it's own page... Enjoy but remember God is watching you!Thursday, July 21, 2011
The Revelation
"God is the Lord and has revealed Himself unto us; blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord" (Psalm 118:26-27). The first foundation of Christian doctrine is found in this biblical line: God has revealed Himself to us. God has shown Himself to His creatures. He has not disclosed His very innermost being, for this innermost essence of God cannot be grasped by creatures. But God has truly shown what men can see and understand of His divine nature and will. The fullness and perfection of God's self-revelation is found in His Son Jesus Christ, the fulfillment of the gradual and partial revelation of God in the Old Testament. Jesus is the one truly "blessed... who comes in the name of the Lord."
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Why Does The Orthodox Church Have Lengthy Prayers?
"The work of prayer belongs to the angels, and is, therefore, the special concern of the Church. Every other work, i.e., charity, nursing the brethren, visiting the sick, caring for prisoners, releasing captives, and other similar things, is done by the brethren in love and offered by them to God. Similarly, poverty, fasting, sleeping on the ground, prostrations, vigils, etc., are good and like a sacrifice to God, because they aim to subdue and humble the body so that we may be purified and approach God and become friends of God.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
How Should One Prepare For The Holy and Divine Communion?
The fathers relate to us that, besides other divine gifts, there was also bestowed by God upon Saint Euthymios the following: to perceive, from the external appearance, the internal activities of the souls of people, as though seeing them in mirror images; and to know in detail the thoughts with which each one battled, and, indeed, which among these thoughts he was defeating and by which, through the operation of the devil, he was being defeated.
Monday, July 11, 2011
What Does Mean To Be An Orthodox Christian?
What is meant by 'Orthodox'?/What does mean to be an Orthodox Christian?
An easy question to answer to most of the MGOCSMians. To be Orthodox means to be a member of the local Orthodox parish;), to believe in the Church's Holy Tradition; to participate in the Eucharist etc. But does it qualify us to be "Orthodox"?
The Virtue Known As Repentance
It is always possible to make a new start by means of repentance. "For a righteous man may fall seven times, And rise again" (Proverbs 24:16). And if you fall again, then rise again, without despairing at all of your salvation, no matter what happens. So long as you do not surrender yourself willingly to the enemy, your patient endurance, combined with self-reproach, will suffice for your salvation. "For we ourselves were also once foolish, disobedient," says St. Paul, "...not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us." (Titus 3:3,5)
Thursday, April 7, 2011
CAMP FOR ORTHODOX LEADERSHIP TRAINING: COLT- 2011: May 29-June 4
Hi there! Friends, here is something you need to know. Take a few moments to read through:
† CAMP FOR ORTHODOX LEADERSHIP TRAINING: COLT- 2011 †
This is a Christian Training Camp for Young people which was first conducted in 1989 and has been enriching youth for over 2 decades. It will be conducted in English, it will be spiritual, yet fun. For 3 days about 20 young people from all over India will live together in Sophia Centre in Kottayam and learn about Christian Leadership, about Christ and his body, the Church. This will be done through interactive sessions interspersed with outdoor visits. On the fourth day we move by coach all over Kerala on a pilgrimage – with music, camaraderie and fun as we discover ourselves and our relationship to God, while deepening our faith and delving into the rich tapestry of our ancient churches and monasteries. Something you have never experienced before in the Orthodox Church.See attachments for details, application forms, etc.
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| Jitin Thomas & Lincy Varghese from Bhilai along with people from different places & Bishop at COLT-2010, Kottayam. |
Camp Details:
● Dates:- May 29th – June 4th, 2011
● Cost:- Rs. 3,500/- per head
● Age:- 18-30 Years (Upper age can be relaxed for deserving cases)*
● Venue:- Residential Program at Sophia Centre (Old Seminary Campus),
Kottayam, followed by the 'Orthodox Christian Heritage Tour' by coach for 4
days, ending in Parumala with Holy Qurbana in English.
† AIMS †
» To encourage Orthodox youngsters born and/or brought up outside
Kerala to understand and appreciate better their mother Church, its
teachings, its history
» To motivate them to leadership - in the Christian way
» To equip them for a dynamic, Spirit - filled, Christ-centered
life in the 21st Century
~This year families are asked to apply – to see if there is sufficient
response from the young adults group.~
† THIS CAMP CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE. PREPARE FOR THIS. PRAY FOR IT!! †
Monday, March 21, 2011
5 Major Questions arising out of the movie 'The Da Vinci Code'
Overview
Use this document to get up-to-speed on facts concerning The Da Vinci Code. Whether you've read the best-seller or not, or whether you will see the blockbuster movie or not, you will need to be able to discuss the main issues of controversy surrounding this cultural phenomenon. This handout will be an essential for passing out to your congregation, small group, or Sunday school class.
Use this document to get up-to-speed on facts concerning The Da Vinci Code. Whether you've read the best-seller or not, or whether you will see the blockbuster movie or not, you will need to be able to discuss the main issues of controversy surrounding this cultural phenomenon. This handout will be an essential for passing out to your congregation, small group, or Sunday school class.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Renovated MGO Cathedral, Bhilai
After a long wait the MGO Cathedral is now ready with it's modified look. It was into renovation
works since months and the efforts by the people for making the Church turn into a beautiful piece of art are really appreciable. Have a look on the new & stunning look of MGO Cathedral, Bhilai.
works since months and the efforts by the people for making the Church turn into a beautiful piece of art are really appreciable. Have a look on the new & stunning look of MGO Cathedral, Bhilai.
Friday, January 28, 2011
Malankara Orthodox Church History
1. INTRODUCTION
Malankara Orthodox Church is an ancient Church of India and it traces its origin to as far back as A. D. 52 when St. Thomas one of the Disciples of Jesus Christ came to India and established Christianity in the South Western parts of the sub-continent.
Malankara Orthodox Church is an ancient Church of India and it traces its origin to as far back as A. D. 52 when St. Thomas one of the Disciples of Jesus Christ came to India and established Christianity in the South Western parts of the sub-continent.
The St. Thomas Christians or the Indian Christians exist at present in different churches and denominations. But a major section of the parent body of St. Thomas Christians which has maintained its independent nature constitutes the Orthodox Church under the Catholicate of the East with Headquarters at Devalokam, Kottayam.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
The Top 10 Most-Searched Bible Verses
According to statistical analysis provided by Bible Gateway, it's of no surprise to know that John 3:16 is the most-searched Bible verse after reviewing the behaviors of some of the 8 million visitors who stop their site each month, most of them chasing results provided by Google. Below listed are those top ten Bible verses which is used the most worldwide:
10. Matthew 28:19: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit."
9. Philippians 4:6: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."
8. Romans 12:2: "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."
6. Proverbs 3:5: "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding."
4. Philippians 4:13: "I can do all this through him who gives me strength."
3. Romans 8:28: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."
2. Jeremiah 29:11: "‘For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'"
1. John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
Monday, January 24, 2011
MGOCSM Bhilai - An Intro
MGOCSM, the oldest student organisation in Asia is the student wing of Indian orthodox church and it has grown as an international movement with about 1500 units all over the world.
For over 100 years, in spite of the chaos in the world the movement is moving forward with its dynamic programs faithfully adhering to its motto-
Worship - Study - Service
Worship by being good...
Study by seeing good... &
Service by doing good...
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