Pious Associations
Eight communities, one parish family. Choose a pious association below to see who leads it, what it does, and what it has been up to.
Pithruvedi
Unifying married Catholic men and fathers of our parish to foster Christian leadership, family renewal, and dedicated community service.
Do everything for the glory of God
Motto: Renewing the world through families
Our Lady of Sorrows Church Hebbagodi Celebrating the fatherhood in Christ following the footsteps of our patron St. Joseph, the members of Pithruvedi strive to celebrate the Christian principles in the contemporary age. Pithruvedi at Our Lady of Sorrows church Hebbagodi is blessed with a group of very vibrant and active group of fathers under the able leadership of Rev. Fr. Lalu Thadathilankal. We started our unity with a sole belief to unify the married Catholic men, head of the families and guiding force of our parish.
The Pithruvedi members gather on the first Sunday of the month after the holy mass and discuss about the activities to be conducted in the upcoming parish activities. The meetings conducted regularly becomes a platform for the members to come together, discuss about the areas of concern, brainstorm to get more ideas to improve the spiritual as well as the material requirements of the parishners. Here are a few of the initiatives taken by the members and executed successfully.
We are proud to be a team, which is ready to take up any initiatives for the benefit of the parishners, in the day today activities of the church and the society at large in times of need. We are a determined group of people pledged to be in the service and betterment of the civic and social needs of the society, especially our parish. The members take part in all the activities of the parish with full spirit and have made an effective mark in the parish with our enthusiasm to serve others. We have organised at least a program in a month for the parish for the benefits of parishners from the beginning of 2019.
Our Objectives
- All units must conduct monthly meetings and evaluate activities executed.
- Celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph, the patron saint of Pithruvedi on March 19th.
- Members of each unit must conduct at least one prayer meeting a month.
- Give leadership for funeral rites of the deceased in the parish.
- Visit the sick in the parish and provide assistance to the deserving.
- Organize seminars and workshops for parents and couples.
Office Bearers
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Fr. Riju MSFS
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Mr. Reji C Sebastian
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Mr. Nishad Sunny
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Mr. Rino George
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Mr. Johny Kurian
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Mr. Jenson Joseph
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Mr. Aneem Mathew
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Mr. Babu Antony
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Mr. Biju Philip
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Mr. Binoj Abraham
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Mr. Joby
Mathruvedi
Nurturing a vibrant communion of mothers to build faith-filled Christian families, empower women, and serve the needy in Christ’s love.
” Being a mother is a very important role that the Lord chooses to give to many women “
OUR MOTTO
Mother, the Protector of Life and the Light of Family
Our Heavenly Patroness
Holy Virgin Mother Mary
Mathruvedi is an association which maintains a strong communion of mothers in our parish. Mathruvedi primarily focuses on enabling the mothers in the formulation of genuine families based on the Christian values. It strives to nurture and enhances the innate wealth of talents and potential within each mother. In this modern and progressive society, it ensures the participation of mothers in establishing and strengthening the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. MathruJyothi was started in the year 2010 in our Parish. Mathruvedi members have contributed immensely to all church activities and programmes.
Members actively participate in the Liturgical activities during the Holy Qurbana. Prayer meetings are conducted every month. We organize seminars for the mothers of our parish, wherein topics relevant to Parenting, Marital spirituality, spiritual empowerment of mothers, stress management, etc are covered. Members extend their support to other ministries whenever they organize activities. Annual picnics and get-togethers are organized, which promotes more bonding among members and offer a relaxed atmosphere. Mathruvedi organizes various charitable activities for orphanages, old age homes, HIV rehabilitation centers, Cancer Hospitals, etc. During Feasts and Festivals Mathruvedi helps with floral arrangements and decorations and also help in organizing the procession. On important occasions we treat our parishioners with Kerala culinary delicacies and the profit generated from this is used for charity activities.
Office Bearers
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Fr. Riju MSFS
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Sr. Grace Thaliyat
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Ms. Viveena Robert
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Ms. Sonia Reji
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Ms. Tintu Subin
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Ms. Litty John
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Ms. Soumya Davis
Recent Activities
A Forane-level meeting was held where Secretary Soby presented the annual report of our parish, OLS church. The report was officially approved by Binny , the Mathruvedi Diocesan President. During the meeting, Asha Sibi and Soby from our parish were elected as Forane level President and Coordinator , respectively. The newly elected Mathruvedi Executive Committee took their oath of office and began their two-year term of service.
On August 1st, our parish conducted a continuous Rosary prayer ‘Akhanda Japamala’, praying for the justice of Sr. Preethi Mary and Sr. Vandana Francis , two Catholic nuns arrested by the Chhattisgarh police on charges of human trafficking and forced conversion.
- The Rosary began at 6:30 AM and continued without interruption until 7:00 PM , followed by Adoration at the church, led by Mathruvedi.
A rally titled “Justice for Sisters” was organized at Freedom Park, Bangalore , by various organizations from the Mandya and Bangalore Dioceses . Members of Mathruvedi actively and wholeheartedly participated, standing in solidarity and demanding the release of the detained sisters.
The first General Body Meeting of Mathruvedi, Mandya Diocese, was held at Santhome Church, Hulimavu. Executive members, including Soby and Sonia, actively participated in the gathering. During the meeting, Tessy — the former Forane-level Coordinator from our parish — was honored with a memento in recognition of her dedicated service and leadership in coordinating activities at the Forane level.
OLS Parish joyfully celebrated Onam 2025 with a vibrant and captivating Thiruvathira performance, led by Mathruvedi and featuring enthusiastic participation from OLS youth and catechism members. A total of 46 dancers took part, enjoying fun and interactive practice sessions in the days leading up to the event, which added to the spirit of togetherness and celebration.
All churches under the Mandya Diocese united in observing the 8-day Lent of St. Mary through an online chain rosary. Members of our parish joined in prayer, seeking the compassionate intercession of Mother Mary. The executive committee members of our parish also took part in leading the mysteries of the rosary.
Soby Thomas from our parish secured the 3rd place in the essay writing competition organized by Hongasandra Forane, standing out among 31 participants.
Mathruvedi wholeheartedly collaborated with other devout organizations to celebrate our Parish feast. Our mothers lit up the event with vibrant dance performances spanning the 80s, 90s, and the latest trends. The skit titled ‘Tharattu’ resonated deeply with today’s context and left a lasting emotional impact on the audience
Youth Ministry
Empowering the young people of our parish through faith formation, vibrant fellowship, leadership development, and active social outreach.
Syro Malabar Youth Movement (SMYM) – OLS Unit
Formed in 2015 by Rev. Fr. Jose Kokandathill , the Syro Malabar Youth Movement (SMYM) of Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) unit remains an active and integral part of the church. The youth members contribute significantly through various initiatives — from cleaning the church to organizing events and community programs.
SMYM is the official youth movement of the Syro Malabar Catholic Church , representing over 1.6 million Catholic youth worldwide. It was officially inaugurated on August 30, 2014 , following years of coordination efforts led by the Laity Commission since 2011.
Working under the Syro Malabar Youth Commission , constituted in 2015 , SMYM now flourishes across 29 dioceses and 4 mission centers in India and abroad.
The movement’s mission is to nurture faith, leadership, and social responsibility among youth while upholding the traditions of the Syro Malabar Church. Its key initiatives include:
- Family and community outreach in slum and railway areas
- Leadership and faith formation programs
- Social media evangelization
- Professional development and cultural exchange programs
- Campus initiatives against substance abuse
Through these efforts, SMYM aims at the holistic and spiritual development of youth , empowering them to serve both the Church and society .
Youth Ministry Leaders
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Fr. Riju MSFS
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Mr. Jivin George
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Mr. Alan Charly
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Mr. Dayas Dixon
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Ms. Joshmi Mathew
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Ms. Esther Rose
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Mr. Binosh Sibi
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Ms. Asha Elizabeth
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Mr. Sujan Thomas
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Mr. Allen Robert
Vincent De Paul
Living out Christian charity in action by serving the poor, the sick, and the marginalized with Christ-like love, compassion, and humility.
The Catholic Church venerates Saint Vincent de Paul as an intercessor of charity. Born in Paris on April 24, 1581, Vincent de Paul was ordained to the priesthood on September 25, 1600. Through his charitable works, he embraced the poor and the needy. Vincent de Paul passed eternity on September 27, 1660. In 1712, when his tomb was opened in the presence of Cardinal Noailles, his body was found not decayed, and the linen garments remained intact. On August 13, 1729, Pope Benedict XIII declared Vincent de Paul blessed, and on June 13, 1737, Pope Clement XII proclaimed him a saint. In 1883, Pope Leo XIII recognized Vincent de Paul as an intercessor for charitable work. The message from the life of Saint Vincent is that true Christian love is manifested not in words, but through actions.
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP), was established in 1833 in Paris, France. The 20-year-old law student Blessed Frédéric Ozanam, along with his friends, founded SSVP. The mission of the Society is to demonstrate Christian love through actions, particularly by serving the poor and neglected in a humble, personal, and respectful manner. Today, the Vincent de Paul Society has spread worldwide. Present in over 150 countries, this organization has more than 800,000 active members and over 1.5 million volunteers. In India, it is one of the largest charitable organizations within the Catholic Church.
In our parish, the Vincent de Paul Society stands as an active witness of compassion and God’s love. What the life of Saint Vincent teaches us, and what SSVP reminds us, is the same: true love for God is demonstrated through love for the poor. In our parish, the conference has been working in solidarity with the parish community for years.
The areas of service of our conference are: education support, medical support, visits to orphanages, food kit distribution, distribution of medical equipment, and so on. All financial assistance for our activities has been provided by each one of you. The conference is grateful for each of your contributions and cooperation.
We pray that God blesses you with every possible financial and other support. Every day, at the 9 PM intercessory prayer, we offer prayers for you and your intentions. We extend special thanks to our Vicar, Assistant Vicars, Trustees, Parish Council members, Sisters, and other organizations in the parish, who always energize the activities of the conference and stand with us. We continue to request your support and cooperation in our forthcoming activities. Those who wish to work with us in the conference, may kindly contact us.
Our Mission
The St Vincent de Paul Society is a lay Catholic organisation that aspires to live the gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice, hope and joy, and by working to shape a more just and compassionate society.
Office Bearers
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Mr. Anoop George
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Mr. James Joseph
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Mr. Lijo George
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Mr. Robert Jose
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Mr. Sunumon George
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Mr. Charlie P V
Join Us in Charitable Works – The Vincentian Way
We invite you to join us in carrying out charitable works in the spirit of St. Vincent de Paul , the patron of Christian charity. Inspired by his compassion and service to the poor, our mission is to bring hope, comfort, and practical support to those in need within our parish and beyond.
Whether it is through prayer, offering your time, sharing resources, or extending a helping hand, every contribution makes a difference. Together, we can live out the Gospel message of love and mercy by reaching out to the less fortunate.
Come, be part of this mission of kindness and service. In the Vincentian way, let us recognize Christ in the poor and make our parish a true witness of Christian charity.
Contact us for any Help or to offer donation
Laity Commission
Forming, inspiring, and empowering the lay faithful to live out their baptismal call and take an active role in church mission and parish life.
Laity Commission
The Laity Commission is the ministry body that focuses on the formation, empowerment, and active participation of lay faithful in parish life and society. It helps laypeople recognize and live their baptismal vocation through faith, service, and witness.
The Commission supports collaboration between clergy and laity, encouraging lay leadership in parish ministries, catechesis, liturgy, and outreach, while nurturing a culture of shared responsibility and mission.
Formation and Faith Education
The Laity Commission offers programs and formation sessions that help lay members grow in the Church’s teachings, spiritual life, and practical faith. Participants are encouraged to live out their Christian calling in their families, workplaces, and communities.
Lay Participation in Church Life
The Commission promotes active lay involvement in parish councils, liturgical ministries, catechetical programs, and apostolic activities. It also fosters collaboration between laypeople and clergy to build a stronger parish community.
Mission & Outreach
Recognizing the family as the "domestic church," the Commission supports initiatives that strengthen Christian family life, marriage preparation, and parenting formation. It also encourages lay involvement in charitable service and social outreach.
Coordination of Lay Movements
The Commission coordinates lay movements and groups such as the Vincent de Paul Society, Legion of Mary, and other parish associations, helping them align with the Church’s mission and work together in service.
Engaging Laity in Public Life
The Laity Commission encourages lay members to bring Gospel values into public life—through education, social service, media, and community leadership—and supports ethical formation for those serving in public roles.
Office Bearers
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Mr. James Joseph
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Ms. Remya Paul
