Registration Now Open: Twelfth Syro-Malankara Catholic Family Convention 2026
The Eparchy is pleased to announce that online registration is now open for the Twelfth Syro-Malankara Catholic Family Convention 2026, a major ecclesial gathering of the Syro-Malankara Catholic faithful from across North America.
Date: July 23–26, 2026
Location: Hilton Hotel, Stamford (1 Stamford Place, Stamford, CT 06902)
The registration kickoff for the 12th Syro-Malankara Catholic Convention was formally inaugurated at the conclusion of the Holy Qurbono held at St. Vincent De Paul Cathedral Parish on January 11, 2026.
The St. Mary Queen of Peace Syro-Malankara Catholic Eparchy in the USA & Canada joyfully announces that Rev. Fr. Jerry Mathew has successfully completed his Doctorate in Theology with a Specialization in Youth Ministry from the prestigious Pontifical Salesian University in Rome.
The Syro-Malankara Catholic Eparchy of the United States and Canada held its annual clergy retreat from October 13–17, 2025, at Jericho House, located at 10845 Rathfon Road, Port Colborne, Ontario, L3K 5V4. The retreat was preached by Rev. Fr. Roni George VC, whose spiritual leadership enriched the gathering with profound insights and moments of grace.
On August 31, 2025, the parish family of St. Thomas Syro-Malankara Catholic Church in Dorchester (London) joyfully gathered to celebrate the blessing of their newly renovated church and sanctuary. The ceremony was presided over by the Eparchial Bishop, His Excellency Most Rev. Dr. Philipos Mar Stephanos, accompanied by a number of priests, religious sisters, and nearly 300 faithful attendees.