SeniorMembers' League

The purpose of St Mathew's Mar Thoma Church Senior Members' League is to provide spiritual, mental, and physical support and development to our members. Although this group was formed during the summer of 2006, the regular activities only started from January 2007. We met with our diocesan bishop in January at the residence of Mrs and Mr. Johnson Edavattal and decided to meet regularly on the first Monday of every month. Thirumeni advised that the age for this group be 50 years and above. On the first Monday of February the group met at the residence of Mrs. and Mr. Jerry George and Mrs. Saramma Joseph (Valsa) gave a presentation on "Health and Nutrition". This was well received and was very practical. She emphasized the importance of prevention and also encouraged to get the medical advice at the appropriate time. During the month of March, we met at the residence of Mrs. and Mr. Zachariah Mulamootil. Dr. Varghese Abraham gave a presentation on the topic "Theories of Happiness and how to be happy at the maturing Years". He explained the self centered and power centered happiness and mentioned that an inner satisfaction is crucial for a successful life style. During the coming three months we plan to have regular meetings and some of the following topics will be discussed.

1. Technology-based lifestyle and its merits in our everyday life.
2. Biblical expectations from seniors to community.
3. Effect of leadership, communication, and organized behaviour to a successful life.
4. Physical Fitness, sports and games for a Healthy living.

The venue and the discussion topics will be announced in the church and all interested seniors are encouraged to attend. During this lent season let us remember the cross and get closer to God through prayer and meditation. May the joy of Easter touch your hearts and minds, and rekindle your faith throughout the year.

Dr. Varghese Abraham (Georgekutty)
Coordinator, Senior Members' League