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(This newsletter is for private circulation only)
Published by P. M. Jacob, Parish Secretary
For and on behalf of Immanuel Mar Thoma Church, Houston
Cell: 832.567.0745, email: secretary@immanuelmtc.org
N E W S L E T T E R
S e p t e m b e r 2 0 2 3
Immanuel Mar Thoma Church
Houston, TX
w o r s h i p S c h e d u l e S e p t . 2 0 2 3
Sept. 03 Care oriented Education
Woman: the Apostle of Christ
8.00 am English HQ assisted by Bethlehem area
prayer group
1st Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Prov.1: 1-12
Acts. 8: 26-38
Col. 1 24-29
Matt 19: 16-22
10:30 am Malayalam HQ assisted by Sevika
Sanghom
1st Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Num. 27:1-11
Acts.16::1-15
Rom. 16:1-6
John 4:27-30
Sept. 10 Old age that combines faith & experi-
ence
8.00 am G3 & English HQ assisted by the YF 1st Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Num. 27:1-11
Acts.16:11-15
Rom. 16:1-6
John 4:27-30
10.30 am Malayalam HQ assisted by the Sr. Fel-
lowship
1st Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Isa. 40:21-31
Eph. 6:1-9
1Tim. 5:1-10
Luke 2: 25-38
Sept. 17
Old age that combines faith & experience
10:30 am English HQ assisted by Carmel prayer
group
1st Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Isa. 40:21-31
Eph. 6:1-9
1Tim. 5:1-10
Luke 2: 25-38
Sept. 24 The Glorious Coming of our Lord
8:00 am Praise & Worship by CFF & English HQ
assisted by the CFF
Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Mala.3;13,,4:2
1 Tes 4: 13-18
Acts: 1: 6-11
Matt. 24:42-51
10.30 am Malayalam HQ assisted by Ebenezer
area prayer group
1st Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Mala.3:13;,4:2
1 Tes 4: 13-18
Acts: 1: 6-11
Matt. 24:42-51
Oct. 01
Christian Presence in Differing Life Spaces
8.00 am English HQ assisted by Hebron area
prayer group
1st Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Isa. 49: 1-6
Acts 16: 19-34
Gal. 1: 11-17
Luke 12: 41-48
10.30 am Malayalam HQ assisted by Horeb area
prayer group
1st Lesson
2nd Lesson
Epistle
Gospel
Isa. 49: 1-6
Acts 16: 19-34
Gal. 1: 11-17
Luke 12: 41-48
2 0 2 3 V B S P a r t i c i p a n t s
SWR SPORTS TOURNAMENT WINNERS
2023 SWR WOMENS BASKETBALL
CHAMPIONS
2023 SWR MENS BASKETBALL
C TEAM CHAMPIONS
2023 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
OFFICE BEARERS
Vicar Rev. Dr. Eappen Varghese 713.330.5299
Assistant Vicar Rev. Santhosh Thomas 832.837.4721
Vice President Mr. K.K. John 713.408.0865
Secretary Mr. P.M. Jacob 832.567.0745
Treasurer Mr. T.V. Mathew 281.499.7414
Accountant Mr. John K. Philip 832.744.0271
Lay Leader (Malayalam) Mr. Saji John 847.903.6505
Lay Leader (English) Mr. Navid John 281.788.6233
AREA REPRESENTATIVES
Bethel Mr. Mathews Varghese 832.205.6860
Bethlehem Mr. Varghese Rajesh Mathew 832.630.0748
Carmel Mrs. Mariamma Oommen 281.734.7093
Ebenezer Mr. K.T. Sajee 281.750.5141
Hebron Mrs. Susmy Prasanth 713.923.0778
Horeb Mr. Rajan Daniel 832.628.5481
Jerusalem Mr. Daniel Varghese 908.591.3621
Salem Mrs. Annamma Jacob 832.332.1007
Sehion Mrs. Mariamma Abraham 516.467.7926
Sharon Mrs. Elizabeth Benni 832.462.9383
Sinai Mr. Philip Mathew 682.246.1255
Tabor Mr. John Varghese 281.746.0005
CHURCH ORGANIZATION REPRESENTATIVES
Choir Mr. Derrick Kurian 832.744.1664
Edavaka Mission Mr. Mathew T. Scaria 281.857.5611
Senior Fellowship Mrs. Sara Philip 281.889.8566
Sevika Sanghom Mrs. Lata Mathews 832.205.6861
Sunday School Mrs. Bincy Puthenmadathil 832.215.2462
Young Family Fellowship Mr. Ninan Philip Kalloor 281.995.8124
Youth Fellowship Mr. Alan John 832.877.6873
Yuvajana Sakhyam Mr. Sajan John 832.429.5353
DIOCESAN ASSEMBLY & MANDALAM MEMBERS
Diocesan Assembly Mr. Binu Pappachan 405.922.5716
Diocesan Assembly Ms. Jewel Zachariah 832.334.8622
Diocesan Assembly Mr. Siju Philip 516.503.5589
Sabha Mandalam Mr. M.G. Mathew 281.857.3088
OTHER ELECTED MEMBERS
IMC Administrator Scheduler Mr. Zachariah Koshy 281.780.9764
IMC Facility Manager Mr. John Varghese 832.938.8664
IMC Facility Manager Mr. John P. Mathew 832.656.1836
Technology Director Mr. Abraham Kurien 832.623.2330
AUDITORS
Auditor
Mr. John Varghese 832.938.8664
Auditor Mr. Aju John 832.846.0763
F R O M T H E V I C A R S D E S K
Dearly Beloved in Christ,
Greetings to you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
As we enter a new month, I am reminded of the verse from Psalm 34:8,
Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge
in Him. The new month arrives with its own unique blessings and
opportunities for us to taste and experience the goodness of our Creator.
Construction work related to our Jubilee project is about to start. Looking
forward to your continued prayerful co-operation and support in this regard.
Congratulations to all the participants and winners of the sports meet held in
Dallas last month. Everyones co-operation in all efforts to keep our youth
connected to the church is highly appreciated. Remember that they are the
backbone of the church.
September is a time of transition—a gradual shift from the height of summer
to the approaching autumn. As we witness the changing seasons, let us
remember the faithfulness of God that remains constant through all seasons
of our lives. Let us enter worship with hearts ready to remember, celebrate,
and give thanks for the ways God has carried us through. Worship is a
spiritual wellspring, a source of refreshment for our souls. Just as the
earth is nourished by the suns rays, our spirits are renewed in Gods
presence. As we engage in worship, may we be open to the transformative
power of the Holy Spirit, allowing God to mold us into vessels that reflect His
love and grace. We must be able to make worship the center of our spiritual
journey. Let us come together, lifting our voices in song, offering our prayers
and seeking the Lords guidance. As we worship, let our hearts be knit
together in unity, drawing strength and inspiration from the community of
believers that surrounds us. In this season of warmth and growth, let us
come together in worship, our hearts open to the presence of God. As we
gather, whether in person or through virtual means, let our worship be a
reflection of our deep gratitude for the life, love, and grace that God bestows
upon us each day. Let us continue our worship in spirit and truth that
deepens our faith, refreshes our spirits, and strengthens our bonds as a
church family. As we taste and see the goodness of the Lord, may our lives
be a testament to His grace and a reflection of His love.
Kindly remember.
Worship is an opportunity to know God
Worship is an entry point to abundant life
Worship is a revelation through Christ.
With prayers and blessings,
Rev. Santosh Thomas, Asst. Vicar
Gods Emergency Numbers
When in sorrow - call John 14
When you are lonely or fearful - call Psalms 23
When you want to be fruitful - call John 15
When you have sinned - call Psalms 51
When you grow bitter and critical - call 1 Corinthians 13
When you worry - call Matthew 6: 19-34
When you feel down and out - call Romans 8: 31-39
When you are in danger - call Psalms 91
When your faith needs stirring - call Hebrews 11
When God seems far away - call Psalms 139
When others fail you - call Psalms 27
When you leave home to labor or travel - call Psalms 121
When you want assurance - call Romans 1: 1-30
For Pauls secret of happiness - call Colossians 3: 12-17
For Pauls idea of Christianity - call 2 Corinthians 5: 15-20
When the world seems bigger than God - call Psalms 70
S e p t . B I B L E Q U I Z Q U E S T I O N S
Bible portion Psalms 121 to 136.
1. Name the place which is built like a city that is closely compacted
together?
2. Those who trust in the Lord --- --- --- --- which cannot be shaken
but endures forever (Fill the gap).
3. Those who sow in tears will --- --- --- --- --- . (Fill in the gap).
4. Sons are a ----- from the Lord, ------ a reward from him. (Fill in the
gap).
5. Name the Psalm in which all verses end same?
Answers for August Quiz.
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1. 106:33, 2. 112:4, 3. 119, 4. 119:9, 5. 119:105.
[Psalms 106-120].
C A L E N D A R
September Area prayer Meeting Contd...
Carmel area prayer meeting is arranged to be held on Saturday,
September 23rd at 7.30 pm the residence of Mr. Roy Jacob (Id #
355). Their address is: 1803 Riverbend Crossing, Sugarland , TX
77478.
O R G A N I Z A T I O N A N N O U N C E M E N T S
Sunday School
Sept.: Sunday school starts @ 9.30 am
Sept. 3-24: Return gently used text books
Sevika Sanghom Sept. 03: Sevika Sanghom day
Sept. 17: Bake sale
Edavaka Mission
Prayer Meeting @ 7.30 pm via Zoom
(Every Thursday)
Senior Fellowship
Sept. 02: Monthly Meeting @ 10.00 am
Sept. 14: HQ in Malayalam @ 10 am
Sept. 21: Pakal Veedu @ 10 am
YF -
IMAFF
Sep 22: Prayer meeting @ 7.30 pm at IMTC
YFF
Sept. 23: Prayer meeting @ 6.30 pm @ the
residence of Mr. Thomas Mathen (ID # 449)
AREA PRAYER
GROUPS
Horeb area prayer meeting: Saturday Sept.
2nd @ 7.30 pm at the residence of Mr.
Mathew Titus (ID # 598). Address: 2414 Hid-
den Park Ct, Richmond, TX 77469.
Sehion area prayer meeting: Sunday,
Sept.17th @ 6.00 pm at the residence of Dr.
Sheebu Chacko (ID# 480) Address: 4543
Royal Bend Ln., Sugarland, Tx 77479.
Hebron area prayer meeting: Sunday Sept.
24th @ 7.00 pm at the residence of Mr. Baby
Samuel (ID # 606). Address: 5918 Buffalo
Gap, Missouri City, TX 77459.
Sinai area prayer meeting: Sunday Septem-
ber 10th @ 6.30 pm at the residence of Mr.
Philip Mathew (ID #.612). Address: 2005
Rock Prairie Ct., Pearland, TX 77581
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C o n d o l e n c e s
1 Mrs. Saramma Chacko, 85 years old, aunt of Varghese Kalathoor
(ID # 322) of the Hebron area prayer group was called to eternal
rest in Thiruvalla, Kerala.
2. Mr. K. P. Mathai, 88 years old, father of Mr. Anil Mathew (ID #
512) of the Jerusalem area prayer group was called to eternal rest
in Kozhencherry, Kerala.
The vicars and members of the Immanuel Parish express our
heartfelt condolences. Kindly uphold the bereaving family mem-
bers in your thoughts and prayers.
N E W J U B I L E E P R O J E C T F U N D -
R A I S I N G I N I T I A T I V E S
1. Donor Tree:
Church Members who have donated more than $15,000 dol-
lars towards the Jubilee Project will be recognized on a donor
tree that will be featured on a wall in the Jubilee Hall.
2. Room Sponsorships: Church Members or church
organizations will have the opportunity to sponsor a new
room that will be constructed as a part of the Jubilee project.
Sponsors will be recognized on a 15 x 12-inch plaque
that will be placed at the door entrance to that room.
Available rooms (as of 8/27/23) are as follows:
Basketball Court (1) @ $50,000.00
Multipurpose Rooms (2) @ $25,000 each.
HOPE room for $25,000.
We have received sponsorships for the following:
Jubilee Hall = $50,000.00
Basketball Court (1) @ $50,000.00
Multi-purpose Room (1) = $25,000.00
Clergy Room = $15,000.00
Meeting Room = $15,000.00
S E P T . 2 0 2 3 W E D D I N G
A N N I V E R S A R I E S
Please mark your calendars and save the date !
Sept 15-17 Parish Convention
Oct. 28 Auction (Tentative)
Oct. 28 Hallelujah Night
Oct 15 Parish Day
Dec 01 House to House Christmas Caroling (Tentative)
Dec 23 Christmas Carol Service
Dec 29-31 Year end retreat
U P C O M I N G E V E N T S
180 Gene G. Abraham & Jennifer Susan Chacho 24-Sep
384 Varghese Sebastian & Dr. Susy Varghese 26-Sep
127 Liju James & Lena James 27-Sep
138 Mathew C. Samuel & Mariakutty Samuel 28-Sep
504 Richard Philip & Dr.Cindy Jacob 28-Sep
472 Rajeev Thomas & Achamma Rejeev 29-Sep
656 Ajay Jacob Sam & Reenu Sara Sam 29-Sep
122 George Mathew & Ammini George 30-Sep
387 Premadas Mammazhiyil & Sherine P. Mercily 30-Sep
468 Reju Eapen & Jiny Eapen 30-Sep
620 George Varghese & Reena George 30-Sep
T H E B I B L E
The Bible has 3,566,480 letters, 810,677 words, 31,175 verses, 1,189
chapters, and 66 Books. The longest chapter is the 119th Psalm. The
middle verse is in the 8th verse of 118th psalm. The longest name is in
the 8th chapter of Isaiah; it contains 18 letters.
The word andoccurs 46,627 times, the word Lord 1855 times. The
37th chapter of Isaiah and the 19th chapter of 2 Kings are alike. The long-
est verse is Esther 8:9, the shortest is John 11:35. Ezra 7:12 has all the
letters of the alphabet except the letter J. The name of God is not found
in Esther. The word boyoccurs in the Bible three times and the word
girltwo times.
S E P T . 2 0 2 3 B I R T H D A Y S
Susamma Thomas
1-Sep
Adam T. Thadikkal
Vino Cherian
2-Sep
Anna Laura Dominguez
3-Sep
Chacko Jacob
Jessin Thomas Abraham
Ann Liz Terish
David Thomas Mathew
Raymond Christopher George
Leah Thomas
Keira Malini Thomas
4-Sep
Seena M. Keerikattu
Asha M. Philip
Rhiana Pappachen
Joe B. Varghese
5-Sep
Josh B. Varghese
Shejo Joe Cherian
Sonia Varghese
Tina George
Dr. Julie Ann Mathew
Abraham Mathew
Joshua Chacko
6-Sep
Jacob John
Praveen Varghese Philip
Sheena Ann Varghese
Joseph Chandy
7-Sep
Sanjna John
Sanjay Philip
Mathew Varghese
Dr. Sam Joseph
8-Sep
Sara Sam
Aleena Susan Mathew
Cherian K. Abraham
9-Sep
Mekha S Thomas
Edwin Kuruvilla
Bini George
Ansu J. Abraham
10-Sep
Sonia Mariam Sajo
Regi Pappachan
Emil Mathew Mathews 11-Sep
Betsy Sam
12-Sep
Jason Varghese
Rachel Mathew
Anna George
Alexander Samuel
Shreya S. Joy
John Varughese
Jacob John
13-Sep
Gene G. Abraham
Reji V. Kurian
Johnson Thomas
Aiden Zach Thomas
Arun T. Benni
Jims P. Varghese
14-Sep
Preethy Philip
Abraham K. John
Issac Chacko Philip
Libi Abraham
Ajay Jacob Sam
S E P T . 2 0 2 3 B I R T H D A Y S ( c o n t )
George M. Abraham
15-Sep
George John
Jibin Philip
Thomas K Varughese
Saramma Shaji
Kiara Philip
Annette A. Varghese
16-Sep
Dr.Reji John
Rev. Jaison A Thomas
Lejoy V. Mathew
17-Sep
Eype P. Thomas
Melvin Abraham
Oommen K. Mathew
18-Sep
Ryan John
Joshua Matthew Jacob
Mattson Thomas
Nikha Elizabeth John
Arlene Ann Thomas
Levi Jerome Eapen
19-Sep
Sherly Thomas
George Mathew
20-Sep
Dr. George Mammen
Levi Samuel
Michael Brian Samuel
Ryan M. Varghese
Sunu A. Mathew 21-Sep
Ryan C. Roy
22-Sep
Brinda Grace Varghese
Bobby Mathew
Siju Varghese
Eric Philip George
Emil Ann George
Dan M. Sanil
Suja T. Keerikattu
23-Sep
Nicole Stephen
Suja Cheriyan
Ancy John
Thompson Jacob
Angelynn Reni Kavalayil
Zayne Joseph Thadikkal
Liju James
24-Sep
Jacob Kunnumpurath
Silas Mathew Jacob
Somy Samuel
Thomas Daniel
Ginu Varghese
Ammini Abraham
Nirmal Mathew, Koruthu
Annamma Thomas
25-Sep
Aleyamma Idiculla
Emma Elizabeth Abraham
Susamma George
Caleb Ambalavelil Thomas
Liju John Thomas
Dr. Laji James
26-Sep
Ajith Jacob
Jeffin Anil Mathew
Jimmy George
Alexander Ajo Thomas
Asher Lino Samuel
Jane Chacko
Mariamma Thomas
27-Sep
Anugraha Elsa Johnson
Joel C. John
Seina Mary Saji
Koshy Thekethundyil
28-Sep
Jennifer S. George
Dr. Abraham Chacko Jr
Ethen George Shetty
Annie Varghese
Liya Joby
Lino Samuel
Siby P. Mathew
Shane S. Mathew
29-Sep
Sharon E. Jacob
Rosin Thomas
Annie Ponna Thomas
30-Sep
S E P T . 2 0 2 3 W E D D I N G
A N N I V E R S A R I E S
252 Vijo Zachariah & Jincy Philip 1-Sep
372 Allen John Jacob & Dancy John 2-Sep
581 George C Philip & Sosamma George Philip 2-Sep
610 Justin J. Samuel & Lida Susan Abraham 2-Sep
134 George K. Eapen & Saramma Eapen 4-Sep
388 Vinney Samuel & Nisha V. Samuel 4-Sep
671 Roy Philip K & Anieamma Joseph 4-Sep
130 Yohannan Mathunny & Saramma Mathunny 6-Sep
385 Thomas Abraham & Alicekutty Thomas 7-Sep
386 Dr.Reji John & Haley Nicole Sooudi 7-Sep
109 Mathai P. Koshy & Sosamma Koshy 10-Sep
257 Charlie P. Matthew & Suma C. Matthew 10-Sep
360 Alex Thomas & Susan Alex 10-Sep
446 Blessy Johns Abraham & Julie P John 10-Sep
589 Abraham Varughese & Selin Varghese 10-Sep
140 Philip M. Abraham & Marimma Abraham 11-Sep
650 Rency Koshy & Remya Mariam Rency 11-Sep
347 John P. Mathew & Aney K. John 12-Sep
571 Kurian George & Sosamma George 13-Sep
138 Toji M. Samuel & Beena Toji Samuel 15-Sep
449 Thomas Mathen & Bobby Mathew 15-Sep
502 Binu Alexander & Aksa Alex 15-Sep
510 Anil Valiaparambil & Beena Valiaparambil 15-Sep
272 Saji T. Koruthu & Annamma Koruthu 16-Sep
302 Kuruvilla John & Soniya Kuruvilla 16-Sep
481 Reno Samuel & Somy Samuel 16-Sep
232 Joseph Varkey & Thankamoni S.Varghese 18-Sep
355 Roy Jacob & Reena Roy 18-Sep
464 Aby V. George & Anuja George 20-Sep
173 Joy N. Samuel & Sally J. Samuel 22-Sep