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st. george FORANE church aruvithura

Aruvithura Church is one of the two oldest churches in Pala Diocese. Traditionaly it is believed that the Catholic Church at Aruvithura was established in AD 151. It is assumed that a group of Christians who were baptised by St. Thomas lived here. All the major churches in Pala Diocese have their cultural and spiritual inheritance from Aruvithura Church. Pala, Bharananganam, Plassanal, Poonjar, Thidanad , Kanjirapally etc came under Aruvithura Church.

Aruvithura Church also was in the name of Martha Mariam until the 13th century. The statue of St Mary placed at the centre of the main altar is a clear proof of this fact. During the 13th century, a group of Chriatians , who had to elope from Nilackal to save themselves from the hands of enemies, brought the statue of St George from Nilackal and placed it in Aruvithura Church for veneration. From that time onwards Aruvithura Church came to be known on behalf of St George. People in and around Aruvithura were blessed with a lot of blessing from God as they sought the help from St George. Slowly St George at Aruvithura came to be known as “Aruvithura Vallyachan”

 “I can endure all these things through the power of the one who gives me strength.”

Philippians 4:13

st. george FORANE church aruvithura

Aruvithura Church is one of the two oldest churches in Pala Diocese. Traditionaly it is believed that the Catholic Church at Aruvithura was established in AD 151. It is assumed that a group of Christians who were baptised by St. Thomas lived here. All the major churches in Pala Diocese have their cultural and spiritual inheritance from Aruvithura Church. Pala, Bharananganam, Plassanal, Poonjar, Thidanad , Kanjirapally etc came under Aruvithura Church.

Aruvithura Church also was in the name of Martha Mariam until the 13th century. The statue of St Mary placed at the centre of the main altar is a clear proof of this fact. During the 13th century, a group of Chriatians , who had to elope from Nilackal to save themselves from the hands of enemies, brought the statue of St George from Nilackal and placed it in Aruvithura Church for veneration. From that time onwards Aruvithura Church came to be known on behalf of St George. People in and around Aruvithura were blessed with a lot of blessing from God as they sought the help from St George. Slowly St George at Aruvithura came to be known as Aruvithura Vallyachan”

 “I can endure all these things through the power of the one who gives me strength.”

Philippians 4:13

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Upcoming Events

St. George Forane Church Aruvithura

Timings

SUNDAY

5.30am, 6.45am, 8.00am, 9.30am, 11.30am, 4.00pm

FIRST FRIDAY

5.30am, 6.30am, 7.30am, 9.00am, 10.30am, 12.00pm, 2.30pm, 4.00pm, 7.00pm

FRIDAY

5.30am, 6.30am, 7.30am, 9.00am, 10.30am, 4.00pm, 7.00pm

MONDAY TO THURSDAY & SATURDAY

5.30am, 6.30am, 7.30am, 4.00pm

FIRST FRIDAY

5.30 am to 12.30 pm,  2.00 pm to 4.00 pm

OTHER FRIDAYS

5.30 am to 12.30 pm

NOVENA TO ST. GEORGE

Every Wednesday after 5.30 am and 6.30 am Qurbana

Every Friday after all Qurbanas

NOVENA OF THE ASSUMPTION OF MARY

Every Saturdays after 5.30 am Qurbana

PERPETUAL ADORATION

Monday to Wednesday 8.15 am to 1:00 pm

Thursday 8.15 am to 3.00 pm

Friday & Saturday 8.15 am to 1.00 pm

UPCOMING EVENT
aruvithura thirunal
22 April 2025, 05:45 pm
St. George Forane Church
The uniqueness of the Aruvitura church festival lies in the belief that visitors who come here to pray experience complete relief.
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Offerings

Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver

Qurbana / Novena

Present the sacred blessing of a Qurbana/Novena, a profound act of compassion—a fervent prayer summoning celestial aid during challenging times and moments of grace. Offer this devout supplication for heavenly intervention in periods of adversity and when seeking blessings.

Adima / Kazhunnu

Devotees can offer both the “Adima Samarpanam” or “Adima offering,” representing their total submission to the Divine, as well as “Kazhunnu” – miniature gold and silver arrows symbolic of miraculous healing abilities and a safeguard against malevolent forces.

Nercha At Aruvithura

As an act of devotion, believers have the opportunity to donate to the church, contributing to its upkeep and activities. Such pious contributions become a conduit for blessings, allowing the faithful to partake in the church’s spiritual endeavors.

Marriage / Care Home

Believers can make pious offerings to the church, seeking the Lord’s grace through donations dedicated to providing heavenly assistance for marriages, and contributing towards care homes – a compassionate act, ensuring the church’s loving embrace.

VALLYACHAN

St. George’s Forane Church in Aruvithura is celebrated for its association with St. George and distinguished by its rich legacy, serving as a spiritual sanctuary for devotees throughout the state of Kerala.

St. George, affectionately revered and known as Aruvithura Vallyachan, holds a special place as a divine intermediary for people of all backgrounds, irrespective of caste or creed.

The sanctuary is home to the sacred statue of St. George, which was relocated here from Nilakkal in the sixteenth century.

 

FESTIVALS

 

The uniqueness of the Aruvitura church festival lies in the belief that visitors who come here to pray experience complete relief.

This belief is deeply rooted in the history and traditions of the region, where countless individuals have attested to the miraculous intercession of St. George.

Each year, the gathering of devotees reaffirms the bond between the people and their patron saint, fostering a sense of unity and strength in the face of life’s challenges.

 

VALLYACHAN

St. George’s Forane Church in Aruvithura is celebrated for its association with St. George and distinguished by its rich legacy, serving as a spiritual sanctuary for devotees throughout the state of Kerala.

St. George, affectionately revered and known as Aruvithura Vallyachan, holds a special place as a divine intermediary for people of all backgrounds, irrespective of caste or creed.

The sanctuary is home to the sacred statue of St. George, which was relocated here from Nilakkal in the sixteenth century.

 

VALLYACHAN MALA

The shrine at Aruvithura reverently holds the sacred statue of St. George, a cherished relic transported from Nilakkal during the sixteenth century.

The hillock upon which the cross stands bears the name of Aruvithura Vallyachan, thus transforming the Kondoor hills into the revered Vallyachan Mala.

The sight of the cross atop Vallyachan Mala is not merely a physical landmark but a profound symbol of spiritual reassurance and redemption

 

VALLYACHAN MALA

The shrine at Aruvithura reverently holds the sacred statue of St. George, a cherished relic transported from Nilakkal during the sixteenth century.

The hillock upon which the cross stands bears the name of Aruvithura Vallyachan, thus transforming the Kondoor hills into the revered Vallyachan Mala.

The sight of the cross atop Vallyachan Mala is not merely a physical landmark but a profound symbol of spiritual reassurance and redemption

 

 

FESTIVALS

The uniqueness of the Aruvitura church festival lies in the belief that visitors who come here to pray experience complete relief.

This belief is deeply rooted in the history and traditions of the region, where countless individuals have attested to the miraculous intercession of St. George.

Each year, the gathering of devotees reaffirms the bond between the people and their patron saint, fostering a sense of unity and strength in the face of life’s challenges.

 

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