Muscat – The Golden Jubilee Valedictory Function of the Mar Thoma Church Oman Parish was held at St. Thomas Church, Ruwi, on Saturday, marking the culmination of a year-long celebration.

The event commenced with a tribute to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, followed by the national anthems of Oman and India. The function was inaugurated by H.G. Most Rev. Dr. Theodosious Mar Thoma Metropolitan and presided over by Rt. Rev. Dr. Euyakim Mar Coorilos, Diocesan Bishop.

Among the distinguished guests were H.E. Mr. Pankaj Khimji, Advisor for Foreign Trade and International Cooperation, Oman, and Shri P. Prasad, Minister of Agriculture, Kerala, India. Other notable attendees included Second Secretary of the Indian Embassy Mr. Anoop Bijily, Oman Cancer Association Chairperson Dr. Wahid Ali Said Al Kharusi, PCO Lead Pastor Mitchel Ford, Rev. Sajan Varghese, and Rev. Obed Samuel.

Mr. Binu M. Philip, General Convener, presented the Jubilee Report, expressing gratitude to His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq and the Government of Oman for providing the Parish with freedom of worship over the past five decades. A tribute was also paid to Late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said for his past support.

As part of its mission and service, the Parish supported the Oman Cancer Association and established a Pain & Palliative Care Unit in Kerala. Additionally, proceeds from the Annual Get-Together were distributed to those in need for medical, educational, and housing expenses.

The year-long Golden Jubilee Celebrations featured home visits to Parish members, an ecumenical musical program, a women empowerment session by Ex-DGP Kerala Sreelekha IPS, a Parish Convention, Family Day, Christmas Carols, and devotional performances by playback singer KG Markose.

During the event, seven longstanding Parish members who completed 50 years of membership were honored. Seven dignitaries, including medical professionals and successful businessmen, were also recognized for their contributions. Additionally, 10 subcommittee conveners were appreciated for their dedicated service.

The function witnessed large participation from Parish members, representatives from other churches, and members of diverse communities, reinforcing the church’s legacy of faith, service, and unity