06
July
Monday · 9:00 AM
Holy Baptism · Infant
The Sacrament of Holy Baptism celebrated within the Qurbana. Parishioners are invited to attend.
SacramentDetails →
The Feast of the Theophany
The light has shined upon the waters.
Solemn Qurbana followed by the Blessing of the Waters on 6 January. Bring vessels to receive holy water for your homes.
The Patronal Feast · 14 January
The feast of St. Dionysius.
Our parish keeps its perunnal with a procession, solemn Qurbana, and the agape feast in the parish hall.
Anno Domini · MMXXVI · Ballarat Parish
Come, let us worship in His holy house.
An Indian Orthodox parish in Ballarat, rooted in the apostolic tradition of St. Thomas. Each Lord's Day we gather for the Holy Qurbana — an unbroken liturgy of light, incense, and song.
"Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works."
Matthew 5 · 16
01/ 03The Feast of the Theophany
— Welcome
A spiritual home for every soul.
Peace be unto you. Whether you are arriving for the first time, returning after many years, or have worshipped with us all your life - there is a place for you at this altar. Our parish was consecrated in the name of Mar Dionysius, a faithful shepherd of the Malankara Church, and continues a tradition of prayer that reaches back to the Apostle Thomas himself.
The liturgy is sung in three tongues - Malayalam, Syriac, and English - so that the youngest child and the eldest grandparent may pray together. Tea is served in the hall after the Qurbana. Come, and bring a friend.
From the Vicar's Desk
"Greetings in the precious name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Our parish is a vibrant faith community rooted in the teachings of Christ and the rich spiritual heritage of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church. "
Fr. Gigi Mathew Vakathanam
Parish Vicar
— Order of Worship
When we gather.
Daily and weekly liturgies, in keeping with the calendar of the Malankara Orthodox Church.
Sunday
Every Sunday
- Sunday School10:30 AMClasses for ages 4–18. Catechism, hymnody, and scripture study.
Friday
Second & Fourth Fridays
- Holy Qurbana6:00 PMPrimary parish liturgy. Malayalam
— The Parish Calendar
Upcoming events.
13
July
Monday · 4:00 PM
Youth Retreat & Vespers
A day of teaching, music, and prayer for ages 16–28 led by Rev. Fr. Thomas. Lunch provided.
Ministry · YouthDetails →
"I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord."
Psalm 122 · 1
— Lift Your Heart in Prayer
Request a prayer from the parish.
Submit an intention and our clergy will remember you and your loved ones at the Holy Qurbana and at evening prayer. You may keep your request private - known only to the priests - or share it with the parish prayer list.
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