St.Stephen’s Mar Thoma Church, Delhi.
The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord. It is good for a man to bear the yoke while he is young.
Lamentations 3:25-27
Welcome to our Parish
Brief History of our Parish
Delhi St. Stephen’s Mar Thoma Church in Mayur Vihar is a dynamic parish that belongs to the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church in the Delhi Diocese. This church is part of a centuries-old tradition dating back to 52 AD when Apostle St. Thomas traveled to the Malabar Coast of India and established seven churches in Kerala. The early followers were known as St. Thomas Christians, and the current members are descendants of these early Christian communities.
Early Beginnings in Delhi
The history of the Mar Thoma Church in Delhi traces its origins to the 1950s, with a more substantial influx of Mar Thoma Christians arriving in the 1970s from Kerala. These early parish members were initially part of Karolbagh St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church, New Delhi Jerusalem Mar Thoma Church, and later Delhi St. Peter’s Mar Thoma Church, the mother parish of Delhi St. Stephen’s.
Formation and Growth of the Parish:
The congregation was officially formed on November 1, 2004, and elevated to the status of a church on April 15, 2005. During the early years, Holy Communion services and other important events were held at Ryan International School in Mayur Vihar Phase-III. In 2006 great effort of members, purchased a LIG Flat for the uses of serving Vicar residence as Parish Parsonage at Pocket A2 (Flat No-26A).
Initially, the parish comprised around 110 members, which grew to around 145 members in subsequent years. In 2008, a plot of land was purchased for the construction of the current church complex, and Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony commenced on 12 September 2009. Through the dedication and perseverance of the parishioners, the church was consecrated on December 17, 2011.
Present-Day Parish:
Today, the parish boasts 121 families and approximately 350 members. Over the years, eight vicars have served the church community. All official organizations of the church, including the Karuna Charitable organization, continue to function smoothly within the parish. The church remains committed to serving its members and the community with devotion and faith.
About Parish
Mar Thoma Road,
B-7, Mayur Vihar Phase 3,
Delhi – 110096