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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.

Blessing of St. Thomas Syro-Malankara Catholic Church & Sanctuary, London, Canada

  • Posted on: 31 August 2025

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.

Brother George Conferred Minor Orders of M’Samarono and Korooyo

  • Posted on: 30 August 2025

On August 29, 2025, Brother George Thomas Kochumalil was conferred the Minor Orders of M’Samarono and Korooyo by the Eparchial Bishop, Most Rev. Dr. Philipos Mar Stephanos. The reception of these orders marks an important milestone in Brother George’s priestly formation.

The liturgical celebration was attended by His Excellency Thomas Mar Eusebius, Rt. Rev. Msgr. Augustine Mangalath Corepiscopo, Rev. Michael Edathil, and the Cathedral Rector and Master of Ceremonies, Very Rev. Noby Ayyaneth.

Rev. Fr. Jobin Thomas Awarded Licentiate in Canon Law from St. Paul University, Ottawa, to Begin Doctoral Studies in Fall 2025

  • Posted on: 16 June 2025

The St. Mary Queen of Peace Syro-Malankara Catholic Eparchy in the USA and Canada extends heartfelt congratulations to Rev. Fr. Jobin Thomas on the successful completion of his Licentiate in Canon Law (JCL) from St. Paul University, Ottawa, a prestigious Pontifical institution affiliated with the University of Ottawa.

Rev. Sr. Jocelyn Edathil, SIC, Makes Perpetual Profession of Vows at St. Mary's Cathedral, Trivandrum

  • Posted on: 17 May 2025

In a solemn and joyous liturgical celebration, Rev. Sr. Jocelyn Edathil of the Sisters of the Imitation of Christ (SIC) made her Perpetual Profession of Vows on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at St. Mary's Malankara Syrian Catholic Major Archeparchial Cathedral in Pattom, Trivandrum. The ceremony was presided over by His Grace Archbishop Thomas Mor Koorilos, the Metropolitan Archbishop of the Archieparchy of Tiruvalla.

The Eparchy rejoices with Sr. Jocelyn and the SIC congregation on this blessed occasion, praying that her witness inspires many to consider the call to religious life.

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