MOM & Weekend Event

We started the Yuvajana Sakhyam after the Sevika Sangham breakfast sale. We learnt a new Maramon Convention Song and this was followed by Quiz conducted by Christo and Gladwin. We formed two teams called DMK & ADMK(Names suggested by Gladwin) :-) . DMK and ADMK were lead by Robin and Daiju respectively.

There were seven rounds for the quiz based on various categories :

1) Bible portion(John chapter 5 to 10)

2) Meanings of Syriac liturgical terms

3) Abbreviations

4) Pictures

5) Logos

6) Flags

7)Audio-Visual round.

It was a very interesting quiz. Thanks to Christo and Gladwin for made a unique style of quizzing.

Finally DMK Won the quiz by just five points:-)




Bible Study during Sermon

It was 4th Sunday after lent started. Daiju presented a speech based on Matthew 15: 8-28.

He told the story of the a Canaanite Woman's Faith.

A Canaanite woman came to Jesus and cried, saying, "Have mercy on me, Lord, son of David! My daughter is severely demonized!"

But he answered her not a word.
His disciples came and begged him, saying, "Send her away; for she cries after us."
But he answered, "I wasn't sent to anyone but the lost sheep of the house of Israel."
But she came and worshiped him, saying, "Lord, help me."
But he answered, "It is not appropriate to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs."
But she said, "Yes, Lord, but even the dogs eat the crumbs which fall from their masters' table."
Then Jesus answered her, "Woman, great is your faith!

How we will survive in this hard situations ?
God will hear those who repent. Do not come to church as for a formality or as a routine ..Be in Faith with Lord..

Jesus is not meant for Jews but for every one. Learn " How to receive not only to give".

Faith :- Its a combination of Objective faith and Subjective faith..

The woman's words and actions showed her faith through being persistent. She knows she was just tested by God with His responses. But the woman was able to wait and beg for God's mercy. That's how much faith the Canaanite woman has for our Lord. This should have been our attitude over any circumstances in life.

Cottage Fellowship:

Cottage fellowship will be hosted by Dyana and Jerin on 2nd April 2011(Saturday) @ Dayana's house. Please note the below address.



No.17/11, Zion Appartment,
Mahalakshmi Street,
Gandhi Road,
Velachery.

Landmark : Opposite to David Matriculation School

Cottage fellowship will start at 3.30pm.

Thank you Anish for summarizing the Bible Study.

Lenten Prayer : Day 26

Lenten prayer for Day Twenty Six. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here: Daily Bible Reading.In order to see the text clearly, click the image for a larger size image. Sometimes the browser will zoom out and show a smaller image, you can click the image a second time to make it bigger.

Lenten Prayer : Day 25

Lenten prayer for Day Twenty Five. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day, click here: Daily Bible Reading.In order to see the text clearly, click the image for a larger size image. Sometimes the browser will zoom out and show a smaller image, you can click the image a second time to make it bigger.

Lenten Prayer : Day 24

Lenten prayer for Day Twenty Four. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here: Daily Bible Reading.In order to see the text clearly, click the image for a larger size image. Sometimes the browser will zoom out and show a smaller image, you can click the image a second time to make it bigger.

Lenten Prayer : Day 23

Lenten prayer for Day Twenty Three. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here: Daily Bible Reading. In order to see the text clearly, click the image for a larger size image. Sometimes the browser will zoom out and show a smaller image, you can click the image a second time to make it bigger.

LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 22

Lenten prayer for Day Twenty Two. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here: Daily Bible Reading.
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LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 21

Lenten prayer for Day Twenty One. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here:Daily BibleReading.
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LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 20

Lenten prayer for Day Twenty. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here : Daily Bible Reading.
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LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 18

Lenten prayer for Day Eighteen. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here : Daily Bible Reading.
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Farewell to Rev. Jacob P Thomas & Bible study

It was a farewell meeting for our beloved Jacob P Thomas Achen. Sakhyam started with prayer by KC George Achen. This was followed by a vote of thanks to achen by Regichayann and Christo .

Additionally we had a prayer chain for few subjects. The subjects were prayer for Sujithachan and Soumyachechi, prayer for the tsunami and earthquake affected people of Japan, students writing their exams and prayer for Gibuchan.

All Sakhyam members actively participated in the pray chain and the meeting ended by Jacob P Thomas achen giving the closing prayer.

Bible Study during Sermon

It was 3rd Sunday after lent started , Achen given a speech based on Mark 2 : 10-11

He told the story of the paralyzed person

He came up with 2 views of the story,

1. Crowd :- barrier for the person to meet Jesus.

We need to be truly dedicate ourself in our act and pray during lent day, this will help us to meet lord.

2.Power :- God has only one power and it is Love.

Lent is the season for the experience of giving your life over -- in each moment, bodily, deliberately, to Christ and to what the Spirit is showing you. God wants you to surrender yourself, and let the Spirit work in you.

It is the opening up, the turning over to God, the repenting of our sins, the turning away from that which does not please HIM.

Thanks Anish(Kuruvilla) for posting this Bible Study

LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 17

Lenten prayer for Day Seventeen. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here : Daily Bible Reading.
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LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 16

Lenten prayer for Day Sixteen. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here : Daily Bible Reading.
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LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 15

Lenten prayer for Day Fifteen. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.
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LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 14

Lenten prayer for Day Fourteen. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.
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LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 13

Lenten prayer for Day Thirteen. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.
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Cottage Fellowship : Beginning of Lent

This post will summarize the message given on March 5th during the cottage fellowship in Sujith and Soumya's house.

Prayer :help us to meditate on your word. help us to open our hearts and listen to your voice. Amen.

Intro :

We are entering the Lent season also known as the Valiya Nombu.. Let us hope and pray that God will help us know more about him today.

Fasting and prayer helps us in many ways. If you are about to take imp decisions .. it is a good time to prepare yourself. It is a good time to meditate and work miracles in your life.

What is lent ?

Lent is a season observed by our church as a time set apart for fasting and prayer and also a time of introspection.

Lent means Spring time (Germanic root for Spring) - which echoes this very truth of new life and restoration for the individual.

History represents the 40 days that Jesus spent in the desert before his ministry. This means if you are on a mission and want to achieve some goals, it is good to fast and pray. If you want to bring healing to other people's hearts or if you are crying inside to achieve something, this is the time to cry and pray to God to help you achieve it.

BIBLE PORTION:

Psalm 35: 1 ... fight against those who fight against me...

Psalm 35:13 But I, when they were sick— I wore sackcloth; I afflicted myself with fasting; I prayed with head bowed on my chest

This portion was probably written when David was in distress. Maybe due to Saul.

Two observations in this portion:
He prayed for his enemy - not selfish..
He was fasting when he wanted to help some one.

The Bible lists many instances of Fasting :
Jesus began His public ministry with forty days of fasting and communion with God (Matt. 4:2, Mk 1:13, Lk 4:2)

Moses on Mount Sinai -Ex. 34:28;
Elijah on Mount Horeb 1 Kings 19:8-12

Purpose of Lent - Why Lent:

SPIRITUAL RENEWAL: Spend more time in prayer, meditation and reading the Scriptures studying the Word of God : consciously add an extra 10 minutes you Spend in Bible study.

PREPARE the believer for the celebration of the resurrection of Christ.

INTROSPECTION : A time to look in to your own life and see what changes you need to make

ALMS-GIVING through SELF-DENIAL - Make a difference in the lives of other people

There is a huge divide between rich and poor – soon the poor will have no choice but to rob the rich! You can make a small difference by paying lavishly to your maid at home , or give fat tips to those around you - it is not enough that only you get 20-30% pay hikes, what about the people at home ?

SAKHYAM MEMBERS - Last year we followed the Lent and each member put in Rs 10 per day in to the Lent Collections. This cumulates to Rs 500 per person. Lets do the same thing this time too.

DISCIPILINE
Discipline helps you do things differently, for the better. Making a small change in the way you live by a small sacrifice, brings discipline. Make some change in routine...

It is a time to bring healing to your own hearts and to the life of others around you. Look at this time as a time for Spiritual rejuvenation.

Summarize this as - SPIAD

BIBLICAL EXAMPLES : Why did Jesus Fast ?

Before his ministry :
Spiritual rejuvenation and to pray.
To prepare himself before his ministry.

How to Fast?
Avoid animal products, chocolates, egg etc..
Leave the table as if you could eat a bit more

CARBON FASTING : A concept proposed by the church last year. Talked about in the book Lenten Fasting by Valia Metropolitan. It is important to save the earth from getting polluted. Its focus is on Global Warming. Reduce your contribution of CO2 in to the earth's atmosphere due to using various gadgets or means of transport etc.

For eg. remove a light bulb at home so that, that saves some electricity. That could also remind you of turning of unnecessary lights and save power. Do something that way so that it reminds you to reduce fossil fuel usage. Those with bikes and cars could turn it off at long signals etc.. Think how you can save fuel and reduce carbon emissions.

Here is a para written by Martin Niemoller

First they came for the communist, and I did not speak out because I was not a communist

Then they came for the socialist, and I did not speak out because I was not a communist

Then they came for the Jew, and I did not speak out because I was not a communist

Then they came for the Catholics, and I did not speak out because I was not a Protestant

Then they came for the me, and there was no one around

BEWARE :

spiritual pride. It is good in itself, but also dangerous as it creates an outward piety.

SUMMARIZE:

Crux of SPIAD, Rs 10 per day, pray and increase Bible study during this time.

Ending:

Let me recall the Bible portion we read in the beginning ..

Luke 2:7 ..because there was no place for them, in the inn.

Today Jesus is asking, “Do you have place for me in your hearts ?”

Change my heart Oh God...

LENTEN PRAYER : DAY 12

Lenten prayer for Day Twelve. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here : Daily Bible Reading.

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Lenten Prayer : Day 11

Lenten prayer for Day Eleven. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.

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Office Bearers for Year 2011-2012

Date : March 13, 2011

The General Body of St Paul's Marthoma Yuvajana Sakhyam met on March 13, 2011 at
the Church, to elect the office bearers for the year 2011-2012. The meeting was presided
by Rev. K.C. George Achen.
The meeting began with prayer. Achen appreciated the works done by the previous office
bearers and called upon others to enrich the youth of our church. This was followed by the
election of office bearers for all posts.

The below lists the elected members:
Vice President : Gibu
Secretary : Biju Philip
Ladies Secretary: Cinchu Abraham
Joint Secretary : Sujith M Philip
Treasurer : Dayana Joseph
Auditor : Deepti Anna Thomas
Committeee Members : Blessy Ann Joseph, Jency R. S., Alen John,Renosh K Mathew,
Aju Y. George
Center Representative : Kuruvilla Mathew, Sherin Mathew (Biju as Secretary is also a
member)
Diocese Representative: Jerin Mary Abraham, Christo Jacob George
Church Representative : Thomas John (Regi), Gibu

St Pauls Marthoma Church
NO.3/B, Park Avenue Third Street, Nehru Nagar
Velachery, Chennai - 600 042

Lenten Prayer : Day 10

Lenten prayer for Day Ten. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.

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Lenten Prayer: Day 9

Lenten prayer for Day Nine. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.

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Lenten Prayer : Day 8

Lenten prayer for Day Eight. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.

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Happy Birthday Gibu achacha

Yuvajanasakhyam Suhruththukkal

Lenten Prayer: Day 7

Lenten prayer for Day Seven. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.

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Lenten Prayer: Day 6

Lenten prayer for Day Six. Also read the Bible portion for a specific day here. Daily Bible Reading.

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