Dear CTK family,
As we enter the beautiful month of October, the Church invites us to deepen our love for the Holy Rosary. October is traditionally known as the Month of the Holy Rosary, reminding us of the important place of faith in our personal lives, families, and parish community.
I especially encourage everyone to participate in our 10 Days of Rosary in our Koodarayogams. Let us come together and seek the intercession of our Blessed Mother for our families, children and youth, our parish, and peace in our world. Let these ten days be a special opportunity to come closer to Jesus through Mary.
I also encourage all our Koodarayogams to make October a time of fellowship and spiritual renewal. Koodarayogam is more than a gathering of families; it is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, support one another, and grow together as a community of faith.
Our Knanaya tradition has always cherished faith, family, and community. Let us continue this beautiful tradition by making our homes places where faith is nurtured and our Koodarayogams places where friendship and fellowship flourish.
May Mary, Our Blessed Mother, guide our families and lead us always closer to her Son, Jesus.
Let us make this October a month in which we come together as one parish family and grow closer to Christ through Mary.
May God bless our families, Koodarayogams, children and youth, and our entire parish community.
With prayers and blessings,
Fr. Bipy Mathew Tharayil
Pastor
The Knanaya Catholic Region Pre-Marriage Course was successfully conducted at Christ the King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey, from September 18 (Friday) to September 20 (Sunday), with the participation of 22 young adults preparing to receive the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony.
The program was led by Monsignor Thomas Mulavanal, along with Tonny Pullapally (Program Director), and Thomas Palacheril (Family Commission Coordinator – New York Forane). The sessions were also led by Fr. Pathrose Champakara, Fr. Bipy Tharayil, Fr. Joby Puchookandathil and other experienced resource persons, including Sophy Koyithara, Libin Panaparambil, Sabu Mekkattel, Tobin & Jeslin Attumalil, Jeffin & Megan Malika, and Jini Nellickakuzhiyil.
Through insightful sessions, personal experiences, and practical guidance, the speakers helped the young couples prepare for a meaningful journey of faith, love, commitment, communication, and companionship.
Christ the King Knanaya Catholic Parish, New Jersey, extends heartfelt gratitude to all the clergy, speakers, volunteers, and participants for making this program a meaningful and enriching experience.
May God bless all the couples as they prepare to begin their beautiful sacramental journey together. 🙏💐
Lumon Manthuruthil
(Family Commission Coordinator, New Jersey)
Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to our new CTK CCD Leadership and all our dedicated teachers as you begin the academic year 2026–2027.
Your willingness to serve, guide, and nurture our children in faith is a beautiful ministry and a great responsibility. May God bless each one of you with wisdom, patience, strength, and joy as you inspire the next generation of our parish family.
We are grateful for your commitment and look forward to a blessed and successful CCD year at Christ the King Knanaya Catholic Church, NJ.
May God bless our CCD leadership, teachers, students, and families throughout the 2026–2027 academic year!
With prayers and best wishes,
CTK Executive
With heartfelt gratitude, we thank Juby Kizhakkepuram, our beloved CCD Principal, for her dedicated service and leadership during the term 2021–2026.
Your commitment, passion, and tireless efforts have played a meaningful role in nurturing the faith and spiritual growth of our children. Your guidance, patience, and love for our CCD community have left a lasting impact on our students, teachers, and families.
We truly appreciate all that you have done for our parish and our CCD kids. May God bless you abundantly and reward you for your selfless service.
With prayers, love, and gratitude,
Christ the King Knanaya Catholic Parish family, New Jersey
Juby Kizhakkepuram — CCD Principal, 2021–2026
CCD Inauguration Day
“And when I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw everyone to myself.”
Oct 4 • John 12:32 (NABRE)
“Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.”
Oct 11 • Matthew 25:40 (NABRE)
“Stand erect and raise your heads, because your redemption is at hand.”
Oct 18 • Luke 21:28 (NABRE)
“Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters.”
Oct 25 • Matthew 12:30 (NABRE)
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