Vodcasts
- Sermon Link – Reorganization of life to experience the Kingdom of God (Rev. Santhosh Varughese)
Upcoming Prayers, Meetings & Events
- February 26 (Wednesday)
- 7 PM: Intercessory Prayer (via Zoom)
- February 27 (Thursday)
- 11 AM: MIWAA Prayer (via Zoom)
- February 28 (Friday)
- 10:30 AM: Fasting Prayer (via Zoom)
- March 1 (Saturday)
- 1 PM: Youth Group Bible Study (at church)
- March 2 (Sunday)
- 9 AM: Sunday School
- 10:15 AM: Holy Communion Service in Malayalam (Diocesan Sunday – Rev. Aby M. Thomas, Vicar – Chicago MTC)
Kalpanas/Circulars
- DC/97/2025 – Annual General Body Minutes is Approved.
- DC/85/2025 – World Day Of Prayer Kalpana from Diocese
Diocesan Day – Worship Service
- As announced earlier, next Sunday is being celebrated as the Diocesan Sunday. Holy communion will be conducted by Rev. Aby M. Thomas, Vicar – Chicago Marthoma Church. Our Vicar will be celebrating Holy Communion at St. Johns Mar Thoma Church, Detroit. Aby Achan will also be visiting our members houses, especially those who are sick. If you need more details about this, please contact Diocesan Council member Mr. Boben George.Special covers for the Diocesan Sunday collections are available in the sanctuary. Per the diocese circular, it is 20 dollars / family for diocesan Sunday offertory. As we have been announcing earlier, each family contribution towards all the diocesan collection is 110 dollars per year. The details of all collections that needs to remitted to diocese are displayed in the notice board. If you are paying the diocesan contribution as part of the recurring monthly Zeffy payments, Thank you. If you are not, please make sure you participate in the special offertory so that parish will not have any arrears with the diocese.
Prayer Fellowships
- Prayer Group 4 will be having a prayer meeting today, Sunday February 23rd at 5 pm at the residence of Dr. Bachu Abraham and family in Northville, MI. (17290 Stonebrook Dr Northville, MI 48168). All Prayer group 4 members are requested to attend.
Sunday School
- There will be an Informational session for parents, grandparents, and family members of SS students next Sunday February 23rd after the service. During the session SS updates will be shared along with the opportunity for family members to ask questions and provide feedback regarding SS. All are welcome and we especially request and expect the presence of all family members of current SS students. For additional information please contact SS superintendent Dr. Suma Thomas.
- The Annual Diocesan Exam is scheduled for Sunday May 11th at noon. Students from 5th to 10th grade are encouraged to register with their teachers and submit an $8 fee before Sunday, March 2nd
- Sunday School Talent Show will be held on Sunday April 6th after the service. We encourage all students to participate and give their names to their respective teachers. Please contact the convenors Mrs. Tanya Thomas or Mrs. Sarah Laby for any questions.
Youth Group
- There will be Youth Group Bible Study – Saturday March 1st at 1 pm at the church. All youths are encouraged to attend.
Mar Thoma Baskiomos Fellowship Musical Night
- Mar Thoma Baskiomos fellowship is conducting a Musical night called “Symphono Melodia” on March 1st at Puthenkavu Mathilakam Aarohanam church Auditorium. This event will be presided by Rt. Rev. Dr. Thomas Mar Thethos Episcopa and inaugurated by our Metropolitan Most Rev Dr. Theodosius Marthoma Metropolitan. Inviting everyone to be part of this event. For more details, contact Mary Sara Thomas, Program Convenor.
Great Lent “Sandhya Namaskaram” Prayer
- Our Great Lent Sandhya Namskaram prayer is going to start from March 03rd Monday. It will be from 7-8 PM via Zoom. Requesting every one to prayerfully attend the prayer meetings. Zoom details are included with the weekly announcements. If you need any details, please contact your prayer group leaders
Sevika Sanghom
- World Day of Prayer will be held on Sunday, March 9th, at 9:30 am. This worship service will be led by our Sevika Sanghom members. We invite all church members to participate in this special service. The worship order for this year was prepared by an ecumenical group of Christian women from the Cook Islands and focuses on the theme: “I Made You Wonderful” based on Psalm 139:14. The offertory collected during World day of Prayer services is distributed to projects helping deserving communities in the Cook Islands as well as women and children in need around the world.Let us unite in prayer, lifting up the needs of others and seeking God’s grace and blessings for all people across the world. Your support and prayers are requested.
- During the season of great lent Sevika Sanghom is once again hosting morning devotionals to inspire and strengthen us at the foot of the cross. This year’s theme is “Confession and Conversion in Christ”. Those interested in sharing a brief 2-3 minute devotional are invited to send their recordings to the Annie Varghese. These devotionals will be shared with members each morning throughout the Lenten season.
Leadership Retreat
- Executive Committee has decided to conduct the Leadership retreat for our church on March 22nd from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Diocesan Secretary Rev. George Abraham will be leading the retreat. We are inviting all executive committee members, all sub-organizations office bearers and its committee members to be part of this leadership retreat. We are planning breakout sessions and other activities to enable each of you to become effective leaders in our church and improve our church life. Please pray and try to attend this event. Kindly let the church secretary know the number of people who are attending from your organization so that we can make the arrangements.
Navathy Celebrations – Rev. V. T. John (invitation from Chicago MTC)
Dear Achen, Executive Committee Members, and Choir Leaders,
Greetings in the name of our Lord!
On behalf of the Chicago Mar Thoma Church Choir, I am honored to extend a heartfelt invitation to the Vicars and church members of the Midwest Region to attend a special Navathi Celebration Musical Event – Raagam: Sacrificial Faith Journey in honor of Rev. V.T. John. This meaningful occasion will take place on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 5:00 PM at the Chicago Mar Thoma Church.
The program will begin at 5:00 PM and conclude by 7:45 PM, followed by a time of fellowship and dinner in the church basement. We sincerely hope that the Midwest Region churches will be able to join us for this joyous and meaningful celebration. Rev. V.T. John has made a profound impact on our community, and your presence would be a wonderful way to honor his contributions.
Thank you for your time and support. We look forward to your participation and to celebrating this special occasion together.
With warm regards and prayers,
Benoy Cherian
Program Convener
Young Family Fellowship
- The Diocesan Young Families Fellowship (YFF) of our Diocese is a ministry aimed at nurturing and empowering young families in our Diocese, especially in their spiritual life as individuals and as families. Furthermore, the goal is to strengthen their witness and involvement in the life, ministry, and mission of the church. Many of the parishes in the Diocese have YFF units which are active. Registration of parish level YFF with the Diocesan YFF is necessary to effectively plan and organize the ministry and to enhance communication and participation at the parish level.Efforts are being made to start a Young Families Fellowship in our parish. Per Diocesan guideline YFF is targeted for, but not limited to, families with spouses up to 55 yrs of age that were born and/or raised outside of India and have active membership in the parish. If you have any questions or are interested to join please contact Mr. John Mathews – Tiffy. (Ph. No. 734-679-9778). We ask all members to keep the Young Families Fellowship in your prayers as we initiate this ministry in our parish.
Yuvajana Sakhyam
- DMTC Yuvajana Sakhyam is planning to send out daily lent reflections from our members to share and spread God’s word within our community and beyond. Encouraging interested church family and organizations to participate and sign up. For signup please reach out to Anjana or Manju Thomas
Native American Mission Activities – 2025
2025 NAM VBS Flyer
Office Bearers Contact Information
- As part of our transition to the new domain, contact emails of the office bearers has been updated. Please take a note of the new email Ids for the church office bearers
- Vicar: vicar@detroitmarthoma.org or 248-792-1134 (Mobile)
- Secretary: sec@detroitmarthoma.org
- Trustees: trustees@detroitmarthoma.org
We are not monitoring the old emails any more. Please take a note of the new emails.
Refreshments
- Thanks to the refreshment committee for arranging today’s refreshments.
Acknowledgements
Thank you to Rev. Santhosh Varughese for leading today’s service and for the message. Thank you to P. Chacko Achen, Lay leaders and Choir for assisting in today’s service.
DMTC Family wishes all our fellow members celebrating their Birthday & Wedding Anniversary this coming week; May the Almighty Lord bless each one of you and your family in the new year & years ahead.
Please uphold our near & dear ones who are sick and those grieving the loss of their loved ones.
Thank you all for participating, have a blessed week.
Live Streaming of Church Events
Live streaming will be available on the church YouTube channel – https://youtube.com/@DetroitMarthomaChurch. After clicking the link, click on “Live” and find the livestream for the respective church event.
We will do our very best to live stream all church events, however as this is dependent on trained volunteers, there may be technical interruptions and occasions where live streaming is not available. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Zeffy – Online Payment Option
- Zeffy is a user-friendly platform for not-for-profit organizations that allows for one-time and reoccurring monthly contributions with a no transaction fee option. Contributions can be made with credit card, bank account, Apple or Google pay. We strongly encourage all members to utilize Zeffy for electronic payments. Our Trustees want to thank all the members who have utilized this method as this streamlines the financial activities of the parish.
- Zeffy is available through the DMTC Mobile App or church website (link below):https://detroitmarthoma.org/main/resources-2/online-donation/
- With this online payment option, PayPal will no longer be available as an online payment option. If any member has questions or would like additional assistance with Zeffy please contact our Trustee or Accountant, Mr. Thomas Abraham or Mr. Alan Thomas, at any time
Church Zoom Information
Zoom Meeting ID: 811 6679 1004 Password: 926644
- From the Web Browser
- Dial-in
- (US) +1 312 626 6799 and then enter the access code 811 6679 1004# and then# again and then the passcode 926644#
- (Canada) +1 647 558 0588 and then enter the access code 811 6679 1004# and then# again and then the passcode 926644#
Admin Update
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