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About Our Parish
St.George Forane Church
St George Forane Church is a Syro-Malabar parish. This is one of the Forane Churches of Diocese of Palai. There are about 1500 families in the parish. The parish is divided into 27 units each having a heavenly patron or patroness. In each unit, parishioners gather monthly for prayers and Christian fellowship.
Legacy of
St. George FORANE church

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. Going through history it is clear that the oldest churches were in the name of Martha Mariam. 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

  • Vicar : Very. Rev. Fr.Vettukallel Sebastian
  • Senior Asst Vicar : Rev Fr. Jacob Pandaraparampil
  • Asst Vicars : Rev Fr. Joseph Kadhaliyil, Fr.Mattel Francis & Fr.Kuzhimullil Abraham
  • Bursar & Course Coordinator, SGC : Rev Fr Cherian Kunnackattu
Fr. Sebastian
Very. Rev. Fr. Sebastian Vettukallel
Vicar
“Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another.” – Hebrews 10:25

It is with great joy and gratitude that I extend a warm welcome to each of you to our beloved St. George’s Forane Church in Aruvithura. As the Vicar of this cherished spiritual community, I am honored to share with you a message of faith, hope, and love.

In the sacred halls of our church, we find solace, strength, and divine guidance. Our faith in St. George, the heavenly intercessor, and the enduring presence of the Cross atop Vallyachan Mala serve as constant reminders of God’s boundless mercy and grace.

As we journey together in faith, let us strive to embody the teachings of Christ in our daily lives. May our actions be a reflection of His love and compassion, reaching out to those in need and spreading light in a world often overshadowed by darkness.

I invite you to join us in our worship services, prayer gatherings, and community outreach initiatives as we continue to grow in our relationship with God and one another. Together, let us build a community founded on faith, unity, and service.

May the blessings of St. George and the peace of Christ be with you always.

Fr. Sebastian
Very. Rev. Fr. Sebastian Vettukallel
Vicar
“Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another.” – Hebrews 10:25

It is with great joy and gratitude that I extend a warm welcome to each of you to our beloved St. George’s Forane Church in Aruvithura. As the Vicar of this cherished spiritual community, I am honored to share with you a message of faith, hope, and love.

In the sacred halls of our church, we find solace, strength, and divine guidance. Our faith in St. George, the heavenly intercessor, and the enduring presence of the Cross atop Vallyachan Mala serve as constant reminders of God’s boundless mercy and grace.

As we journey together in faith, let us strive to embody the teachings of Christ in our daily lives. May our actions be a reflection of His love and compassion, reaching out to those in need and spreading light in a world often overshadowed by darkness.

I invite you to join us in our worship services, prayer gatherings, and community outreach initiatives as we continue to grow in our relationship with God and one another. Together, let us build a community founded on faith, unity, and service.

May the blessings of St. George and the peace of Christ be with you always.

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