Our Journey of Faith
About Our Parish
The story of Mar Thoma Valiyapally, Elanthoor — our history, vision and ministries.
Our Story
Rooted in Tradition, Growing in Grace
Established in 1817, Elanthoor Mar Thoma Valiya Pally is one of the oldest churches of the Mar Thoma Congregation, carrying a legacy of more than two centuries of faith and service.
Originally known as St. Mary's Church and later Elanthoor Kumaranalloor Church, the parish became part of the Mar Thoma Church during the Reformation movement. It was later renamed Elanthoor Mar Thoma Valiya Pally.
The historic old church continues to stand as a precious reminder of our heritage and a blessing to our village. With gratitude for the generations who built this legacy, the parish continues its journey of faith, worship, fellowship and service.
200+
Years
664
Families
3000
Members
What We Believe
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be a Christ-centred and spiritually vibrant parish, rooted in faith and tradition, nurturing generations to grow in Christ and becoming a blessing to the community and beyond.
Our Mission
To worship God faithfully, nurture spiritual growth, strengthen fellowship, serve those in need, and share the love of Christ through our words and actions.
Milestones
Our Journey Through Time
1817
A Sacred Beginning
Land is donated by Mahakavi Chekott Kuruvila Asan and the cross is blessed on 18 September 1817, marking the founding of the parish.
19th C.
Joining the Reformation
The parish becomes part of the Mar Thoma Church during the Reformation movement, without litigation, and is later known as Elanthoor Kumaranalloor Church.
1983
Foundation Stone Laid
The foundation stone for a new church building is laid by Rt. Rev. Dr. Zacharias Mar Theophilus Episcopa on 25 September 1983.
1985
New Church Consecrated
The new sanctuary is consecrated on 2 March 1985 by Rt. Rev. Easow Mar Timotheos Episcopa, in the presence of Rt. Rev. Dr. Zacharias Mar Theophilus Episcopa, and the parish is renamed Elanthoor Mar Thoma Valiya Pally.
2017
Bicentenary
The parish completes two centuries of witness and steps into its third century of service.
Today
A Living Community
A parish of many ministries, hundreds of families, and a lamp still lighted to lighten.
Teaching the Next Generation
Our Sunday Schools
The parish runs five Sunday School centres so that children across Elanthoor can learn the faith close to home. Classes meet on Sunday mornings alongside the Holy Qurbana.
Centre 1
Bathel Sunday School
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Head Master
Mr. Mathew Samuel
99470 64391 -
Secretary
Mrs. Bindu Reji
97453 58380
Centre 2
Edabhagam Sunday School
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Head Master
Mrs. Suja C Mathew
94955 42814 -
Secretary
Mr. Thomas Varghese
85903 77448
Centre 3
Pallibhagam Sunday School
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Head Master
Mr. Koshy Abraham
94463 52745 -
Secretary
Mrs. Annie Joncy
94954 40790
Centre 4
Valiyavattam Sunday School
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Head Master
Mr. Philip Samuel
94475 95250 -
Secretary
Mr. Premod Jacob
96455 60106
Centre 5
Kunnel Sunday School
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Co-ordinator
Mrs. Jayamol Thomas
80863 73853