A Tryst with Destiny Joshua Paramban For over 200 years, India lived under British rule until August 15, 1947, which we proudly celebrate as Indian Independence Day even 75 years later. On this national holiday, we take time to remember the great leaders of India who led the freedom movements and those who laid their lives for the noble cause of establishing a free and sovereign nation. On August 15, 1947, Jawaharlal Nehru became the first prime minister of India after proclaiming the Declaration of Independence. This declaration was contained in his grand speech, “Tryst with Destiny”, and it marked [...]

Lady of Mount Carmel Stanley J Muzhuthettu July 16th is a day of great importance to many Catholics. We celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel but the meaning and purpose of this feast is often forgotten. The goal of this article is to shed light on the significance of our Lady of Mount Carmel and the powerful way she leads us to union with God. Additionally, I will also go into detail on the history of this event and its relationship to the brown scapular many Catholics wear. To understand our Lady of Mount Carmel, we must [...]

St. Thomas & Dukhrana Solomon Puthiakunnel On the third of this month, we celebrate the feast of Saint Thomas the apostle, our father in faith. St. Thomas, unlike the other disciples of Jesus, traveled outside the Roman Empire to preach the Word of God He is believed to have preached in many countries, but is known for his work in India, and for bringing our very own ancestors to the Triune God. Thus, it is important that we carefully study what he did to serve our Lord and celebrate his brave life. The Gospel according to St. John narratesthree [...]