Vodcast
- Sermon Link – Pentecost: the Holy Spirit who renews the whole creation (Rev. Santhosh Varughese)
Condolences
- Detroit Mar Thoma Church expresses our deepest condolence at the sad demise of Mr. Augustin Kottiry, brother of our member Mrs. Alamma Chacko on Thursday, May 16th in Kerala. Funeral service was held yesterday May our Almighty Lord grant the family strength and comfort them with His peace.
Kalpanas/Circulars
- CIRCULAR NO. 129 – EDUCATION YEAR
- CIRCULAR NO. 130 – CLERGY MEDICAL AID OFFERTORY
- CIRCULAR NO. 1 – SACRED MUSIC SUNDAY
Upcoming Prayers, Meetings & Events
- May 22 (Wednesday)
- 7 PM: Intercessory Prayer (via Zoom)
- May 23 (Thursday)
- 11 AM: MIWAA Prayer (via Zoom)
- May 24 (Friday)
- 10:30 AM: Fasting Prayer (via Zoom)
- 6 PM: Friday Night Sing (at church)
- May 25 (Saturday)
- 10 AM: Senior Fellowship monthly meeting (at church)
- 5 PM: Leadership meeting (at church)
- May 26 (Sunday)
- 9:00 AM: Sunday School
- 10:15 AM: Holy Communion Service in English
- 5:30 PM: Youth Group Lock-in (see details below)
Prayer Fellowship
- Prayer Group 1 will have a prayer meeting today, Sunday May 19th at 5 pm at the residence of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Varghese & Achamma Thomas in Westland (36940 Everett Dr. Westland, MI 48185). All prayer group members are requested to attend.
Leadership Retreat
- Leadership Retreat will be held on Saturday May 25th at 5 pm at the church. Rev. Dr. Johnson Lawrence from CSI Congregation of Great Lakes will be the main speaker. All Executive Committee Members, Sub-organization office bearers, and Sub-Committee Convenors are welcome to the retreat. Those who are attending are requested to inform Secretary John Mathews
Senior Fellowship
- Monthly meeting of the Senior Fellowship on Saturday, May 25th at 10 am at the church. All senior members are requested to attend
Youth Group
- Youth Group Weekend will be held from Friday May 24th to Monday May 27th
- Friday May 24th FNS at 6:00 pm at the church
- Sunday May 26th Boys and Girls lock-in at 5:30 pm
- Boys Lock in at Ryan Varghese’s house
- Girls Lock-in at Abigail, Elezabeth and Olivia Shinoj’s house
- Monday May 27th YG Picnic at 10:30 am at Kensington Metropark in Milford, MI
- All youths are requested bring $12 to cover the cost of YG weekend activities.
Choir
- Detroit Mar Thoma church choir is arranging a musical program by renowned singer Mr. Binoy Chacko on June 2nd Sunday at 5:30 pm at the church. All are cordially invited for the program
- 28th Marthoma Choir Festival: St. Mathews Mar Thoma Church, Toronto is very pleased to host the 28th Mar Thoma Choir Festival on Saturday, July 27th 2024 at 4:00 pm EST. The program will be held at the church. St. Mathews MTC is extending an invitation to our parish, all members our welcome to participate.
Sunday School
- Our VBS 2024 will be held from June 17-23. Theme for the VBS is “The Great Jungle Journey”. Please mark your calendars and further details will be provided soon. If you are interested in volunteering, please see the sign-up list in the fellowship hall or contact the conveners Mrs. Sabina Cherian, Mrs. Usha Thomas, or Dr. Suma Thomas. VBS Registration Link: https://forms.gle/8HWAJp9514vipWpH6
- Midwest Regional Junior Camp 2024 will be held from July 19th – 21st hosted by the Chicago Mar Thoma Church Sunday School and is open to students who have completed 3rd to 10th grade. Encourage all students to attend. Please reserve the date and keep the camp in your prayers.
Sevika Sanghom
- Vishranthi Bhavan Support: The Mar Thoma Sevika Sanghom established Vishranthi Bhavan in Thiruvalla back in 1986 as a housing facility for Sevinis who have retired from their full-time ministry. Unfortunately, over the years, Vishranthi Bhavan has fallen into disrepair and now requires urgent and substantial renovations, particularly in the kitchen, bedrooms, and bathrooms, to raise living conditions to acceptable levels.The Diocese of North America Sevika Sanghom has committed to supporting the repair and renovation of these essential areas for Sevinis who have dedicated their lives to ministry.
As per Diocesan Thirumeni ‘s direction, each member of the Sevika Sanghom is encouraged to donate a minimum of $5.00 towards this noble cause. Contributions can be given by cash, check, or electronically to DMTC. A donation box is set-up in the parish hall as well for contributions. Together, let’s extend our compassionate hearts and hands to those who have selflessly served the Lord.
Parish Events 2024
- Parish Events for 2024 have been scheduled. The following are the event highlights for this summer and fall.
- VBS – June 17th to 23rd
- Church Picnic – Sat. July 13th
- Mar Thoma Fest – Sat. August 17th
- First Fruit Auction – Sun. September 1st
- Church Convention – Fri. September 27th to Sun. September 29thWe request all parish members to mark these dates on your calendar and request everyone’s sincere participation
Refreshments
- Thanks to the refreshment committee for arranging today’s refreshments and thanks to the Mr. Jaisen Paul & Family for sponsoring.
- As per our General Body decision the minimum expected contribution from each parish family is increased to \$100. All families are requested to contribute this amount and also encouraged to give more considering the increased cost of items. Thank you for your cooperation.
Acknowledgements
Thank you to Rev. Santhosh Varughese for leading today’s service and for the message. Thank you to Philip Varughese 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. Jacob Thomas or Mr. Alan Thomas, at any time
Church Zoom Information
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