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Pathicadu
parish was established during the reign of Edappally Kings
who were famous for
their religious tolerance and solidarity. St. Mary's Church
Kallooppara and
Vengalassery Church Mallappally which were established
earlier were also a mark
of their generosity. Hence the history of Pathicadu Church is
linked with the
history of these two Churches.
In the early days the people of this locality had
to depend on St. Mary's
Orthodox Church Niranam for their prayers & Holy Mass and
other religious
rites including the funeral services. It may be recalled on
this occasion that
the Niranam Church was founded by
St.Thomas the
apostle himself.In those days when transport facilities were
inadequate, the
people of this region had to voyage through Manimala River
for their journey.
(formerly the river was named as ‘Vishakanah’ (word from
Sanskrit Literature)
It is believed that the water in this river is an
antidote to any poison).
Moved by the difficulties uncounted by
the people, Edappally Kings sanctioned a
Church at Kallooppara. Thus the thousand years old Church
of Kallooppara was
established. Later another Church at Mallappally came
into being. It is known
as Vengalassery Church and its is over five hundred years
old. ( At present it
is managed by both the Orthodox and Mar Thoma
Churches).
A Golden Quote
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say
it again: Rejoice! Let your gentelness be evident to all. The Lord is
near.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and
petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
And the peace of God which transcends all understanding, will guard
your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:4-7
When the number of the
Christians increased it was decided to construct a new church at Pathicadu. The
land required for the purpose was donated by V.Varghese
Valakuzhy. Sanction for
this church was given by Edappally Kings. This was in 1888
(Kolla Varsham 1063,
Midhunam 29) the foundation stone for the church was laid by
His Grace Parumala
Mar Gregoriosthe Metropolitan of Niranam. This Church
is dedicated to
St. Peter and St. Paul. His Grace offered the holy mass on
the same day in a
temporary shed. The Saint stayed there for two weeks
supervising the work and
later celebrated the first annual feast. This church has now
completed 122
years and it stands as a beacon of light for the devotees of
this region.
