Delhi St. Stephen's Mar Thoma Church is a dynamic parish of the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church in the Delhi Diocese — part of a centuries-old tradition tracing back to 52 AD, when Apostle St. Thomas came to the Malabar Coast of India and established seven churches in Kerala. The early followers were known as St. Thomas Christians, and today's members are proud descendants of those first communities.
Est. 2004 · Delhi
Mar Thoma Christians begin arriving in Delhi, initially worshipping under Karolbagh St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church and New Delhi Jerusalem Mar Thoma Church before joining Delhi St. Peter's Mar Thoma Church — the mother parish of our congregation.
The congregation is officially constituted, bringing together families from Mayur Vihar and surrounding areas into a new, independent parish family with approximately 110 founding members.
Founding DayThe congregation is formally elevated to the status of a full church within the Diocese. Holy Communion services are held at Ryan International School, Mayur Vihar Phase-III.
Church Status GrantedA LIG Flat is purchased to serve as the Vicar's Parsonage, giving the growing parish its first permanent home in the locality as membership grows to 145 members.
Land is acquired for the permanent church complex — a pivotal moment of faith, signalling the community's commitment to establishing lasting roots in Mayur Vihar.
Major MilestoneThe Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony marks the beginning of construction — a moment of great joy and anticipation for the congregation and the wider Mar Thoma community in Delhi.
Construction BeginsThe church building is officially consecrated, fulfilling years of prayer, sacrifice, and community effort. A sacred and permanent landmark is established in Mayur Vihar Phase-III.
ConsecrationToday St. Stephen's is home to 121 families and approximately 350 members. Eight vicars have faithfully served the church, and all organisations — including the Karuna Charitable Organisation — continue to flourish in joyful service.
Present DayOur tradition traces back to St. Thomas the Apostle's mission to India in 52 AD, making the Mar Thoma Church one of the oldest Christian communities in the world — a heritage we treasure and celebrate.
Rooted in the ancient Malankara tradition yet shaped by the spirit of the Reformation, we embrace both liturgical depth and evangelical conviction in every act of worship and community life.
From prayer groups to Karuna Charitable work, our 350+ members live out a calling to love God and serve neighbour — right here in Mayur Vihar and across Delhi.