12
June
Friday · 9:00 AM
Feast of the Theophany
Solemn Qurbana and Blessing of the Waters.
Feast
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Anno Domini · MMXXVI · Ballarat Parish
Come, let us worship in His holy house.
An Indian Orthodox parish in Ballarat, rooted in the apostolic tradition of St. Thomas. Each Lord's Day we gather for the Holy Qurbana — an unbroken liturgy of light, incense, and song.
Today's Reading
"Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works."
Matthew 5 · 16
The Feast of the Theophany
The light has shined upon the waters.
Solemn Qurbana followed by the Blessing of the Waters on 6 January. Bring vessels to receive holy water for your homes.
The Patronal Feast · 14 January
The feast of St. Dionysius.
Our parish keeps its perunnal with a procession, solemn Qurbana, and the agape feast in the parish hall.
01 / 03 The Lord's Day at St. Dionysius
— Welcome
A spiritual home for every soul.
Peace be unto you. Whether you are arriving for the first time, returning after many years, or have worshipped with us all your life — there is a place for you at this altar. Our parish was consecrated in the name of Mar Dionysius, a faithful shepherd of the Malankara Church, and continues a tradition of prayer that reaches back to the Apostle Thomas himself.
The liturgy is sung in three tongues — Malayalam, Syriac, and English — so that the youngest child and the eldest grandparent may pray together. Tea is served in the hall after the Qurbana. Come, and bring a friend.
From the Vicar
"The Church is not a building of stone, but a household of love. Here, we lay down our burdens, sing our griefs into hope, and remember that we are deeply known."
Rev. Fr. Thomas Mathai
Parish Vicar · since 2019
— Order of Worship
When we gather.
Daily and weekly liturgies, in keeping with the calendar of the Malankara Orthodox Church.
Sunday
The Lord's Day
- Holy Qurbana8:00 AMPrimary parish liturgy. Malayalam · Syriac · English. Followed by fellowship.
- Sunday School10:30 AMClasses for ages 4–18. Catechism, hymnody, and scripture study.
- Catechism (Adults)5:00 PMFaith formation for newcomers and the curious. In the parish hall.
Wednesday
Mid-week Prayer
- Sandhya Namaskaram7:00 PMEvening prayer with the Promiyon and intercessions. About 45 minutes.
Friday
During the Great Lent
- Way of the Cross6:30 PMStations of the Cross and bible study. Lent only.
- Pre-sanctified Liturgy7:30 PMOn select Fridays of the Great Lent. See calendar.
Saturday
First of the Month
- Memorial Qurbana9:00 AMFor the departed of the parish. Followed by graveside prayers.
- Choir Practice4:00 PMOpen to all parishioners. New voices welcomed.
— The Parish Calendar
Upcoming events.
19
June
Friday · 6:00 PM
Feast of St. Dionysius
Solemn Qurbana followed by the annual perunnal procession and agape feast in the parish hall.
Patronal Feast
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03
July
Friday · 9:00 AM
Holy Baptism · Infant
The Sacrament of Holy Baptism celebrated within the Qurbana. Parishioners are invited to attend.
Sacrament
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"I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord."
Psalm 122 · 1
— Lift Your Heart in Prayer
Request a prayer from the parish.
Submit an intention and our clergy will remember you and your loved ones at the Holy Qurbana and at evening prayer. You may keep your request private — known only to the priests — or share it with the parish prayer list.
In urgent need
Call the Vicar directly
(03) 5333 0000