Our Journey of Faith
About Our Parish
The story of Mar Thoma Valiyapally, Elanthoor - our history, our beliefs, and the community we have become.
Our Story
Rooted in Tradition, Growing in Grace
Established in 1817, Elanthoor Mar Thoma Valiya Pally is one of the oldest churches of the Mar Thoma Congregation, carrying a legacy of more than two centuries of faith and service.
Originally known as St. Mary's Church and later Elanthoor Kumaranalloor Church, the parish became part of the Mar Thoma Church during the Reformation movement. It was later renamed Elanthoor Mar Thoma Valiya Pally.
The historic old church continues to stand as a precious reminder of our heritage and a blessing to our village. With gratitude for the generations who built this legacy, the parish continues its journey of faith, worship, fellowship and service.
200+
Years
1200+
Families
12
Ministries
What We Believe
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To be a lighted lamp in Elanthoor - a parish where every generation finds a spiritual home, and where the light of Christ reaches beyond our walls into the wider community.
Our Mission
To worship faithfully through the Holy Qurbana and sacraments, to nurture every member through teaching and fellowship, and to serve our neighbours in practical love.
Milestones
Our Journey Through Time
1817
A Sacred Beginning
Land is donated by Mahakavi Chekott Kuruvila Asan and the cross is blessed on 18 September 1817, marking the founding of the parish.
19th C.
Joining the Reformation
The parish becomes part of the Mar Thoma Church during the Reformation movement, without litigation, and is later known as Elanthoor Kumaranalloor Church.
1983
Foundation Stone Laid
The foundation stone for a new church building is laid on 23 September 1983.
1985
New Church Consecrated
The new sanctuary is consecrated on 2 March 1985 by His Grace the Most Rev. Dr. Easo Mar Timotheos Metropolitan, and the parish is renamed Elanthoor Mar Thoma Valiya Pally.
2017
Bicentenary
The parish completes two centuries of witness and steps into its third century of service.
Today
A Living Community
A parish of many ministries, hundreds of families, and a lamp still lighted to lighten.
Join Us in Worship
Service Timings
Sunday Holy Qurbana
7:00 AM & 9:30 AM
Weekday Service
6:30 AM
Confession
Saturday Evenings
Languages
Malayalam & English