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In Memoriam: The Eparchy Mourns the Passing of Most Reverend William F. Murphy, Bishop Emeritus of Rockville Centre

  • Posted on: 27 March 2026
The St. Mary, Queen of Peace Syro-Malankara Catholic Eparchy in the USA and Canada joins the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre and the universal Church in mourning the passing of the Most Reverend William F. Murphy, Bishop Emeritus of Rockville Centre. Bishop Murphy entered into eternal life on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the age of 85. Serving as the fourth Bishop of Rockville Centre from 2001 until his retirement in 2016, Bishop Murphy was a devoted shepherd, a distinguished leader, and a true friend to the Eastern Catholic Churches.

Twelfth Syro-Malankara Catholic Family Convention 2026 - Online Registration Now Open

  • Posted on: 23 January 2026

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)

Clergy Retreat 2025 Deepens Spiritual Renewal and Unity

  • Posted on: 17 October 2025

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.