Our Journey
Milestones & Beginnings
✦✝✦
"Written by faith and shaped by the hands of our community, our parish is a living testament to God's grace. From our first prayers in a borrowed classroom to the thriving family we are today, we remain rooted in our heritage and united in Christ. This is more than a church; it is our home."
Year — 2010
Founding of the Parish
"The history of St. Mary's JSO Church began in 2010 in a humble college classroom at the Christian College of Nursing, Hennur Depot. Established by Metropolitan Mor Dioscorus Kuriakose, the parish marked its beginning with the first Holy Qurbana led by Bishop Mor Osthathios Pathros."
⏸ Paused
Founding of the Parish
Year — 2010-15
The Parish Family
"Our church has always been the heart of our laughter and the spark for our celebrations, drawing us all together to share in the joy of being a family. Whether through vibrant cultural programs or simple moments of fellowship, the fun we've shared has radiated in every direction, weaving us into a tighter, happier community."
⏸ Paused
The Parish Members
Date 2016 — September 10th
Foundation Stone Laid / Land Acquired
Under the prayerful leadership of Mor Aphrem Mathews and Mor Osthathios Pathros, the foundational stone was laid on our newly acquired land. Though the task seemed daunting and the budget was modest, the unwavering faith and sacrifice of our parish families turned a vision into reality, marking a historic step toward a permanent home.
⏸ Paused
The Foundation Stone Laid
Date February 26 2016
The First Qurbana in the New Sanctuary
On the auspicious occasion of the St. Mary's Harvest Festival, the first Holy Qurbana was celebrated in our new building by Mor Osthathios Pathros. Though the structure was a bare shell without doors or windows, the spirit of the congregation filled the space. Seeing this immense dedication, two sponsors stepped forward to provide the side Thronos.
⏸ Paused
The First Qurbana in the New Land
Date 2017 June 24th & 25th
The Church Consecration (Mooron Kudasha)
A historic chapter was written as our church was officially consecrated (Kudasha). The solemn ceremony was led by Mor Timotheos Thomas, Mor Osthathios Pathros, Mor Osthathios Isaac, and Mor Yulios Elias. The entire parish rejoiced and celebrated these two days of grace, marking the completion of our journey from a college classroom to a dedicated house of God.
⏸ Paused
The Church Consecration
Today · 2024 & Beyond
A Living, Growing Parish
Today, Morth Mariam JSO Church, Hennur stands as a vibrant and rooted community of 70+ parish members — families, elders, youth, and children — all bound together by faith, fellowship, and the grace of God. Our Holy Qurbana, Sunday School, and parish gatherings continue with strength and devotion, even as the world around us grows faster and more demanding by the day.
We navigate the busyness of modern life without losing sight of what gathered us here in the first place — the love of Christ and the warmth of a church family. From a borrowed classroom in 2010 to a consecrated sanctuary today, this is not the end of our story. It is the foundation of everything still to come.
We navigate the busyness of modern life without losing sight of what gathered us here in the first place — the love of Christ and the warmth of a church family. From a borrowed classroom in 2010 to a consecrated sanctuary today, this is not the end of our story. It is the foundation of everything still to come.
⏸ Paused
Our Parish Today