Diocesan Clergy& Family Conference 2026

The Diocesan Clergy and Family Conference of the Diocese of North America was held at Philadelphia Christos Mar Thoma Church from September 30 to October 1, bringing together clergy and their families for worship and fellowship.

The conference was inaugurated by Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Mar Paulos Episcopa, who exhorted the gathering on the vital role of faithful families in building up the Church. Rev. Joel Samuel Thomas, Diocesan Secretary, welcomed the participants.

The main sessions were led by Rev. Sam Koshy under the theme “Faithing the Family and Facilitating the Faithful.” Through presentations, group discussions, and shared reflections, participants explored the significance of family life in nurturing faith and strengthening the mission and ministry of the Church.

The conference also featured special sessions for the children of the clergy and the Baskyomos Fellowship. Rev. Abraham Sudeep Oommen led the Bible study, and the Worship sessions were led by the South-West and Southern Regions.

Updates on the programs and ministries of the Diocese and the Mission Board were presented by Rev. Joel Samuel Thomas and Rev. Christopher Phil Daniel, respectively. Certificates were also distributed to clergy members who had successfully completed the MIMC course.

The two-day conference provided a valuable space for personal reflection, mutual encouragement, and the sharing of parish concerns. Rev. Joseph John delivered the vote of thanks, expressing special appreciation to Philadelphia Christos Mar Thoma Church for hosting the conference and extending its hospitality to the participants. The conference concluded with a closing prayer by Rev. Sibu Abraham Mathew, followed by the benediction by Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Mar Paulos Episcopa.