Mathruvedi is an association which maintains a strong communion of mothers in our parish. Mathruvedi primarily focuses on enabling the mothers in the formulation of genuine families based on the Christian values. It strives to nurture and enhances the innate wealth of talents and potential within each mother. In this modern and progressive society, it ensures the participation of mothers in establishing and strengthening the Kingdom of Jesus Christ. MathruJyothi was started in the year 2010 in our Parish. Mathruvedi members have contributed immensely to all church activities and programmes.
Members actively participate in the Liturgical activities during the Holy Qurbana. Prayer meetings are conducted every month. We organize seminars for the mothers of our parish, wherein topics relevant to Parenting, Marital spirituality, spiritual empowerment of mothers, stress management, etc are covered. Members extend their support to other ministries whenever they organize activities. Annual picnics and get-togethers are organized, which promotes more bonding among members and offer a relaxed atmosphere. Mathruvedi organizes various charitable activities for orphanages, old age homes, HIV rehabilitation centers, Cancer Hospitals, etc. During Feasts and Festivals Mathruvedi helps with floral arrangements and decorations and also help in organizing the procession. On important occasions we treat our parishioners with Kerala culinary delicacies and the profit generated from this is used for charity activities.
A Forane-level meeting was held where Secretary Soby presented the annual report of our parish, OLS church. The report was officially approved by Binny, the Mathruvedi Diocesan President. During the meeting, Asha Sibi and Soby from our parish were elected as Forane level President and Coordinator, respectively.
The newly elected Mathruvedi Executive Committee took their oath of office and began their two-year term of service.
On August 1st, our parish conducted a continuous Rosary prayer ‘Akhanda Japamala’, praying for the justice of Sr. Preethi Mary and Sr. Vandana Francis, two Catholic nuns arrested by the Chhattisgarh police on charges of human trafficking and forced conversion.
A rally titled “Justice for Sisters” was organized at Freedom Park, Bangalore, by various organizations from the Mandya and Bangalore Dioceses. Members of Mathruvedi actively and wholeheartedly participated, standing in solidarity and demanding the release of the detained sisters.
The first General Body Meeting of Mathruvedi, Mandya Diocese, was held at Santhome Church, Hulimavu. Executive members, including Soby and Sonia, actively participated in the gathering. During the meeting, Tessy — the former Forane-level Coordinator from our parish — was honored with a memento in recognition of her dedicated service and leadership in coordinating activities at the Forane level.
OLS Parish joyfully celebrated Onam 2025 with a vibrant and captivating Thiruvathira performance, led by Mathruvedi and featuring enthusiastic participation from OLS youth and catechism members.
A total of 46 dancers took part, enjoying fun and interactive practice sessions in the days leading up to the event, which added to the spirit of togetherness and celebration.
All churches under the Mandya Diocese united in observing the 8-day Lent of St. Mary through an online chain rosary. Members of our parish joined in prayer, seeking the compassionate intercession of Mother Mary. The executive committee members of our parish also took part in leading the mysteries of the rosary.
Soby Thomas from our parish secured the 3rd place in the essay writing competition organized by Hongasandra Forane, standing out among 31 participants.
Mathruvedi wholeheartedly collaborated with other devout organizations to celebrate our Parish feast. Our mothers lit up the event with vibrant dance performances spanning the 80s, 90s, and the latest trends. The skit titled ‘Tharattu’ resonated deeply with today’s context and left a lasting emotional impact on the audience