Ministries – St. Mary's Forane Church, Chalakudy
Charitable Projects
Koodorukkan Koode Undu – A Home for the Homeless
"We are with you in building a home."
Koodorukkan Koode Undu is our parish housing project that provides homes for homeless families. Funded by the church, the project helps families move from insecurity to the dignity and safety of a home of their own. Parishioners and well-wishers are warmly invited to contribute and become part of this mission of hope.
Chillarakkaran Padhathi – Dialysis Support Program
Every coin counts.
Through Chillarakkaran Padhathi, parishioners collect coins and small contributions, which are offered to the church and distributed to dialysis patients who need financial support for their treatment. Small acts of generosity, gathered together, bring real relief to patients and their families.
Marriage Help Fund
Through this fund, the faithful can offer gold coins or sarees to Mother Mary as a gift of devotion. These offerings are then used to support families who need help with the expenses of their children's marriage, so that every couple can begin their life together with dignity and joy.
Youth Ministries
Our parish has a vibrant young community, active through three youth movements.
Jesus Youth
An international Catholic youth movement that helps young people grow in prayer, the Word of God and missionary zeal.
KCYM (Kerala Catholic Youth Movement)
Forms young people as leaders in faith, service and social responsibility.
CLC (Christian Life Community)
Guides young people to integrate faith and daily life through prayer, reflection and community.
Liturgical Ministries
Choir
Our dedicated choir leads the parish in worship through sacred music. It includes both a Junior Choir and a Senior Choir, along with our talented instrumentalists, who together enrich every liturgy and celebration.
Altar Servers
Our altar servers are a dedicated team who serve at Holy Qurbana and all the spiritual activities of the church, assisting the celebrant with reverence and devotion.
Faith Formation
Catechism
Faith formation for our children is carried out through three catechism units. Through regular classes, our children grow in knowledge of the faith, the sacraments and Christian values.
- Parish Unit
- Mariyapuram Unit
- SH Unit
Bible Study Class
Our weekly Bible Study Class invites parishioners to journey deeper into the Word of God. It is a space to read, reflect and share, helping each of us become more rooted in faith.
Senior Citizens' Forum
Our senior citizens' group brings together the elders of our parish for fellowship, prayer and shared activities. We honour their wisdom and ensure they remain an active and cherished part of our church community.
Volunteering & Care
Marian Task Force
A volunteer team ready to serve the parish and the wider community in times of need.
Palliative Care Unit
Volunteers who visit and care for the bedridden and chronically ill, offering comfort, companionship and practical support to patients and their families.
Associations & Communities
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Serves the poor and needy of the parish through personal visits and charitable assistance.
Darshana Sabha
A community of the faithful devoted to prayer, spiritual growth and service.
Mathrusangham
Our mothers' association, bringing together the mothers of the parish in prayer, fellowship and service to families.