Parish
Paris (France) St. Mary's Indian Orthodox Congregation
France, Europe
The Indian Orthodox faithful in France began gathering for worship in Paris several years prior to the formal establishment of the congregation, with Holy Qurbana being celebrated once or twice a year. During this formative period, the community received invaluable pastoral support from H.E. Dr. Mathews Mar Thimothios, who arranged clergy to serve the faithful and nurture the growing spiritual life of the community.
On 16 March 2024, H.E. Abraham Mar Stephanos officially declared the community as a congregation under the Diocese of UK, Europe and Africa, naming it “St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Congregation, Paris, France.” Following its official formation, the congregation has been gathering once every two months for the celebration of the Holy Qurbana. The community has since established regular Sunday School sessions, conducts monthly prayer meetings and organizes OCYM activities. In addition, the parish feast has been celebrated annually in the month of May, in honor of St. Mary of the Harvest, after whom the congregation is named.
Place of Worship & Timings
Église Saint-Joseph, 50 Avenue Hoche, 75008 Paris, France
4th Saturday - twice in three months - 2.30pm
Useful Links
Vicar / Priest in Charge
Rev. Fr. Aashu Alexander
+32466296724
alexander77aashu@gmail.com
Naamsestraat 100A / 03.07 3000 Leuven Belgium
Office Bearers
Trustee
Mr. Manoj K. Jose
+33 755400852
Secretary
Mr. Aby V. Paul
+91 8050759973
Spiritual Organisations
OSSAE (Sunday School)
Head Teacher
Ms. Dimple Subin
OCYM (Youth Movement)
Secretary
Mr. Aiwin S. Mathew
Prayer Group
Coordinator
Mr. Jittu Mathew