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History of our parish

“The first ever holy mass of our community who were craving for a church to offer holy mass in Syro Malabar Rite and in our mother tongue, Malayalam language was fulfilled at Sri Aiyappa School premise, Muni Reddy Palaya during the year 1990. To be precise, it was on Christmas day of the same year and the mass was celebrated by Late Rev. Fr. George Nedumpalakunnel.”

Bishop's message

Mar. Sebastian Adayanthrath

" Dear Rev. Fr. Roy and Parishioners May peace be with everyone: I am extremely delighted to know that St. Alphonsa Forane Church, Sultanpalya is going to launch a Website. On this occasion I wish to congratulate everyone who worked towards achieving this goal. May the ultimate objective of uniting all faithful and spreading the word of God be achieved through this Website. Jesus is our true redeemer and only hope for transforming and enriching our lives and by practicing his teachings in our lives to set forth a good example for others. All the difficulties we faced in the past should be lessons for us to get closer to God our Heavenly Father. Therefore, let us be aware of his plans and look forward to opportunities for spreading the word of God As we enter a new era with the launching of the Website, may this help everyone to keep abreast with the Parish's accompaniments, news and events. Let this also be a medium to spread peace, unity and brotherhood far and wide among other communities as well. Let us intercede through St, Alphonsa and worship ardently to Lord Jesus Christ. . "

Vicar's message

Rev. Fr.Thomas Arimattom(Fr. Bijoy)

" Peace and Joy to everyone from the Alphonsian family. As St.Paul says, "...the Love of Christ impulse us" (2Corithians 5,14). The Lord in His Merciful love has showered countless blessings upon us over the past decades.He has anointed and sent committed and zealous missionaries to this vineyard to care of His people.The past seven years has been monumental for this 'Bharananganam of Bengaluru', thanks to the inexplicable efforts of Rev.Fr.Roy Vattakkunnel, the 'Faber Dei' (God's Architect).We bow our heads in gratitude to Almighy God for the 'great work', he has accomplished through His faithful ministers. We, the Alphonsians are committed to spread the 'Joy of the Gospel' through works of mercy. May the Lord of heaven and earth bless everyone through the mighty intercession of St.Alphonsa.."

Mentor's message

Rev. Fr. Roy Vattakunnel

" St. Alphonsa Forane church, Sultanpalya- known as “The Bharanganam of Bangalore”, is a place of prayer, worship, peace and serenity. People who visit this church obtain great spiritual blessings through the intercession of St. Alphonsa, the heavenly patroness of the parish. The parish community is a typical model of the Early Christian Community, where in all the believers were one in heart and mind. All Parishioners joined hand in hand and gave their personal time and effort to build the church: from Children to the elderly, all joined with great dedication in the public work called “Pothuppani” to build the church. We saw the dream of Parishioners turning into reality when the Multipurpose Parish hall was completed in just over a year’s time and by God’s grace, the Monumental church construction was completed in another two years’ time as scheduled. "

The voluntary generous contributions of the members and well wishers of the church helped us to complete the church construction well within the budget and without any kind of debts.

Special Thanks to Construction Core Committee Mr. Shajan. K. Joseph- Coordinator, Mr. Joslin Sabestian- Architect, Members- Mr. Alexander C.T, Mr. Abraham M.M, Mr. Antony M.P, Mr. Pradeep Joseph, Mr. Ouseph N.K, Mr. John V.P, Mr. Davis V.T, Mr. Tom Sabestian & Mr. Andrews C Devasia

The newly consecrated church stands as the symbol of God’s Grace as well as the hard work and the unity of members of the parish and all the well-wishers.
We thank God almighty for his immense grace and abundant mercy showered on us at the church construction period and now when we look at the graceful church it makes ourselves proud as it stands to emphasize the power of our unity in love.

CHURCH SERVICES

Sunday : Holy Mass at 7.00 AM, 10.00 AM and 5.00 PM.
Monday – Thursday : 6.00 AM – Rosary; 6.30 AM – Holy Mass.
Friday : 5.30 PM – Rosary; 6.00 PM-Holy Mass followed by Novena to St. Alphonsa & Eucharistic Adoration.
Saturday : 6.00 AM – Rosary; 6.30 AM – Holy Mass followed by Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help. 5.30 PM – Rosary; 6.00 PM – Holy Mass followed by Novena.
Way of the Cross after the First Holy Mass every day during Lent Season.
The service timing may change on solemnity or feast days which will be informed in advance.

Sunday Announcements
(13/04/2025)

1) On 13th April, Palm Sunday which memorize the triumphant entry of our Lord Jesus to Jerusalem have been celebrated with distribution of Palm leaves to the Parishioners followed by procession and the Holy Mass.

2) We enter the Holy week from Sunday 13th April’25 and the time schedule for the prayers and the Holy Eucharistic celebrations already circulated. The time schedule is summorized as follows:

3) Pesaha Vyazham, 17th April- Morning 6.30 to 10 30 Ward wise Adoration and evening 5 P M to 6 PM common adoration for the Parish. The Holy Mass and Kalkazhukal Shusrusha will commence at 6 Pm, which will be followed by distribution of Pesaha Appam

4) Good Friday, 18th April- Passion reading along with Holy Eucharistic celebration will start at 8 AM, which will be followed by Way of the Cross. Nercha Kanji will be provided after the Way of Cross.

5) Holy Saturday, 19th April- 6.30 AM, Holy Mass along with blessing of water, fire and Baptism Vow/promises renewal.

6) Easter Vigil will Commence by 9 PM on 19th April.

7) On 20th April, Ester Sunday there will be only one Holy Mass at 7 AM in the Morning. Evening 5 PM mass is cancelled.

8) On Tuesday 15th April and Wednesday 16th April, Fr.Vicar/Asst.Vicar will visit houses to serve Holy Communion for the sick and elderly, who are not able to attend the Church Services.

9) On 21st April ‘25, the blessing of the Chapel constructed inside the Laksmipura Cemetry will be carried out by Most Rev. Sebastian Adayanthrath, Bishop of Mandya. There will be Holy Mass in the Chappel at 7 AM on this day and Parishioners are welcome to attend the Holy Mass and the blessing ceremony.

10) Mandya Diocese Vocation Camp will be held from 27th Apr.’25 to 30th Apr. 25 at the Mother Theresa Minor Seminary, Mandya. Boys studying in class 9th to 12th are expected to attend the camp.

11) Priests will be available at the Church for Confession on Tuesday 15th April 25 from 5 PM to 7 PM.

Ward Prayers

PIOUS ASSOCIATIONS

Society Of St.VINCENT DE-PAUL
The Society of St. Vincent de-Paul (SSVP), an international Christian layman voluntary organization was formed on 23rd April 1833 in Paris by Blessed Frederic Ozanam and his friends to practice works of mercy.

PITHRUVEDI

The 'Pithruvedi' is an initiative of the Syro Malabar church in Bangalore at the diocesan level. Even before the constitution of the Mandya Diocese, the idea of 'Pithruvedi' was conceived by the Syro- Malabar Mission

MATHRUVEDI

Mathrujyothi was formed in Blessed Alphonsa Church, Sultanpalaya on 9th March 1999. For the purpose of uniformity in name, as time passed, it was renamed as Mathruvedi across the diocese.

FAMILY APOSTOLATE

Family Apostolate is a pious association which encourages and supports families to find their true Christian calling. Families are the building blocks of the society and it is expected of all Christian

YOUNG COUPLES' APOSTOLATE
Exemplary families are the torch bearers of the church tomorrow. Young Couples’ Apostolate (YCA) is one of the important commissions of the diocese of Mandya. Membership is awarded to sacramentally married

CYSAC

Youth is the period of life when one is filled with freshness, vigor, sport and energy. St. Alphonsa Forane Church is blessed to have an energetic group of youngsters to lead the youth association called Catholic Youth of St. Alphonsa Church (CYSAC).

CML
Cherupushpa Mission League (CML) is a lay organization for those children who wish to undertake missionary work of Jesus Christ. This pious association was started as a mark for the prayerful memory of St. Theresa (The Little Flower)

HOLY CHILDHOOD
Holy Childhood popularly known as Thirubala sakhyam in Kerala is an association of children who are yet to receive their First Holy Communion. All Catechism students from Nursery till grade 4th are a part of this Association.

CATECHISM

St. Alphonsa Forane Church has ensured that faith formation or Catechism for all our children is given paramount importance. Ever since its inception, successive Vicars have provided their unconditional support, guidance and wholeheartedly participated in the spiritual development of our children.

OTHER ACTIVITIES

NURSES MINISTRY

CHENDAMELAM

NRITHALAYAM

MALAYALAM MISSION

ACHIEVEMENTS

Senior Choir Team

Won 2nd Prize in Cantale 2019 inter Church Carol Competition organised by Santhome Choir...

Children’s Choir Team

3rd Prize in “Kunju Malaghamar” organised by Pithruvedi unit of St. Joseph’s Church...

Volleyball Team

Won the 3rd Prize in Fr.Mathew Thoyalil Memorial Inter Church Volleyball Tournament in...

Group Dance Team

2nd Prize in Bible Kalothsavam Group Dance in the Diocese Level Mandya Diocese Bible...

UPCOMING EVENTS

Departed souls in 2019

Mrs. Thresiamma Jose
St. George Ward
Departed On: 04-12-2019

Mrs. Melrose Mary

St. Mother Teresa Ward
Departed On: 25-09-2019

Mr.George Joseph

St. Claret Ward
Departed On: 05-09-2019

Mrs. Achamma Poulose
St. Mother Teresa Ward
Departed On: 18-08-2019

Mrs. Sosamma Chacko
St. Mary’s Ward
Departed On: 11-07-2019

Mr. Alexander Selvan
St. Mother Teresa Ward
Departed On: 18-06-2019

Mr. John Bosco

St. Mother Teresa Ward
Departed On: 13-06-2019

Mr. John Thomas

St. Philomena’s Ward
Departed On: 23-02-2019

Mr. Thomas T N

St. George Ward
Departed On: 05-02-2019

NEWLY JOINED FAMILY'S

Amal Raju
Puthuparambil Family
E-029

Tejin Jose
Thoppil Family
E-028

Alex Michael
Ottaplackal Family
E-027

Subin Pazhayaparmabil Sebastian
Pazhayarambil Family
E-026