About

Parish History

✔ Before 1931, Ammembal belonged to the Mogarnad and Fajir parishes. Between 1911 and 1923, a chapel was erected by Fr Francis S. D’Souza.

✔ Starting in 1919, church services were held in a that ched hall. Mr. J. F. Rego generously donated the present church site, originally part of his Chelur property, which included a residence for the priest and a makeshift chapel in his bungalow.

✔ On January 1, 1932, Bishop Victor Fernandes established the parish, appointing Fr Gaspar S. Lewis as its inaugural priest, who built the presbytery.

✔ In 1946, Fr Joseph D’Souza constructed the new church and presbytery.

✔ Further additions were made by subsequent priests – Fr Placid Pereira added a new altar, and Fr E. Ligoury Pinto built the church portico in 1963.

✔ In 2006, on the church’s Platinum Jubilee, Fr Joseph Machado renovated the building and initiated a Health Fund for the parishioners’ welfare.

Our Patorn

➢ Saint Thomas the Apostle, also known as Didymus, was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ.

➢ His name in Aramaic (Teʾoma) and Greek (Didymus) both mean "twin."

➢ He is best known for his initial doubt about Jesus' resurrection, earning him the nickname "Doubting Thomas."

➢ He was likely from Galilee, like many of the other apostles.

Missionary Work

According to Christian tradition, after Jesus's ascension, Thomas traveled to preach the Gospel. He is believed to have gone to India around 52 AD, establishing Christian communities there. The ancient Christian community in India, particularly in the region of Kerala, claims descent from the evangelistic work of Thomas. These Christians are often referred to as "Saint Thomas Christians" or "Nasrani."

ST THOMAS

Born:1st century AD

Galilee, Judea, Roman Empire [1]

Died: AD 72

St. Thomas Mount, Chola Kingdom

Our Institution

St. Thomas Higher Primary School, Chelur is a well-established educational institution located in the village of Chelur, known for its commitment to providing quality education to the local community. The school focuses on holistic development, nurturing both the academic and extracurricular talents of its students.

The school hall at St. Thomas Higher Primary School serves as a versatile space for various school activities and events. It is used for assemblies, cultural programs, competitions, and other gatherings, fostering a sense of community among the students and staff. The hall is an essential part of the school's infrastructure, contributing to the vibrant school life at St. Thomas.

Wards

In our church, we have nine wards that come together every month, fostering a strong sense of community and spiritual growth. As we gather, we are reminded of the words, "Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them" (Matthew 18:20). These gatherings provide an opportunity for members to connect, share experiences, and support one another in faith. It's a time to uplift each other, strengthen bonds, and build a unified congregation that is committed to serving and growing together. As President Thomas S. Monson once said, "We are here to lift others as we climb." Each ward brings its own unique contributions, making these monthly meetings both enriching and inspiring for everyone involved.

Parish Pastoral Parishad

ಫಿರ್ಗಜ್ ವಿಗಾರ್ ಸಾಂಗಾತಾ ಮೆಳೊನ್ ಫಿರ್ಗಜೆಚಿ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಆನಿ ಅತ್ಮಿಕ್ ವಾಡಾವಳ್ ದೃಷ್ಟಿನ್ ವಾವ್ರುಂಕ್ ಫಿಗ೯ಜ್ ಗೊವ್ಳಿಕ್ ಪರಿಷದ್ ವಾವುರ್ತಾ . ಪರಿಷದೆಚೊ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ್ ವಿಗಾರ್ ಬಾಪ್ ಹಾಂತುಂ ಫಿಗ೯ಜೆಚ್ಯಾ ವಾಡ್ಯಾಂಚೆ ಗುಕಾ೯ರ್, ದೋಗ್ ಪ್ರತಿನಿಧಿ, ಸಂಘ್ ಸಂಸ್ಥ್ಯಾಂಚೆ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ್, ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ್ ಸಂಸ್ಥೊ ಕ್ರಿಸ್ತಾಂವ್ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ್ ಆನಿ ಲ್ಹಾನ್ ಕ್ರಿಸ್ತಾಂವ್ ಸಮುದಾಯೆಚೆ ಮುಖೆಲಿ ಆನಿ ನೇಮಕ್ ಸಾಂಧೆ ಆಸಾತ್. ಹಾಂತ್ಲ್ಯಾ ಎಕ್ಲ್ಯಾಕ್ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ್, ಕಾಯ೯ದಶಿ೯ ಆನಿ ಆಯೊಗಾಚಾ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷಾಕ್ ಚುನಾವ್ ಕರ್ನ್ ವಿಂಚುನ್ ಕಾಡ್ತಾತ್.