CSI Diocese CSI Madhya Kerala Diocese • 📍 Punnakkadu, Pathanamthitta
⛪ Church of South India • Madhya Kerala Diocese

Rooted in Faith, Serving with Love

Welcome to CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnakkadu. A vibrant worshipping parish founded in 1860, dedicated to gospel ministry, transformative community development, and compassionate service.

Sunday Services

Every Lord's Day
Weekly Worship
07:30 AM

Sunday School

Scripture study, songs, and children fellowship

09:00 AM

Sunday Services

10:00 AM

Tuesday

Bible Study Led by Vicar & Women Fellowship

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Proverbs 3:5-6 🗓️ Thursday, 05 November 2026 • Wholehearted Trust
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
“പൂർണ്ണഹൃദയത്തോടെ യഹോവയിൽ ആശ്രയിക്കുക; സ്വന്ത വിവേകത്തിൽ ഊന്നരുത്. നിന്റെ വഴികളിലൊക്കെയും അവനെ ഓർക്കുക; അവൻ നിന്റെ പാതകളെ നേരെയാക്കും.”
Rev. Shalu T. H. Mathew & Family - CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnakkadu
✝ ഇടവക വികാരി • Presbyter-in-Charge

Rev. Shalu T. H. Mathew

Vicar & Presbyter-in-Charge

CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnakkadu
CSI Madhya Kerala Diocese

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⛪ Welcome

A Blessed Community of Faith, Grace & Fellowship

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"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

— Matthew 11:28

Dear Friends and Believers in Christ,
Greetings in the precious and matchless name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. It is my immense joy and humble privilege to welcome you to the digital home of CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnakkadu.

For over 160 years since 1860, our parish has stood as a radiant beacon of prayer, fellowship, and gospel service in Central Travancore. Whether you are a lifelong parishioner, visiting our hillock sanctuary for worship, or seeking spiritual solace, you are cherished and warmly embraced into our worshipping family.

"The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you." — Numbers 6:24-25
Rev. Shalu T. H. Mathew Vicar & Presbyter-in-Charge
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🌿 Acclaimed Community Initiative · Since 2011

The "Punnakkadu Model"of Community Care

Since 2011, CSI St. Thomas Church Punnakkadu has pioneered a sustainable, grassroots community development program reaching all sections of society — regardless of caste or creed.

Punnakkadu Model Community Health Outreach
🏥 St. Thomas Parish Community Health & Outreach Mission
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Parish Community Clinic

Doctor clinics Mon–Sat, 9:30–10:30 AM. Free medicines and diagnostic checks for rural families.

Daily
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Cataract Surgeries Program

Hundreds of free vision-restoring surgeries with modern IOL lenses. 2 eye camps monthly.

Monthly
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Palliative Home Care

Weekly visits by Doctor & Nurse. Dedicated vehicle brings medicines & nutrition to bedridden patients.

Weekly
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Green Parish & Eco Action

Rainwater harvesting, organic farming, tree planting and waste composting aligned with UN SDGs.

Ongoing
Parish Life

Ministries & Fellowships

Active spiritual, musical, and fellowship organizations nurturing all age groups in faith.

St. Thomas CSI Church Choir ഗായകസംഘം • Worship & Hymns

St. Thomas CSI Church Choir

The choir of CSI St. Thomas Church Punnakkadu holds a prestigious tradition of liturgical choral singing in the CSI Madhya Kerala Diocese. Upholding classical four-part SATB harmony, the choir leads Sunday Eucharistic worship, feast day liturgies, wedding services, carol rounds, and the 85-year annual Parish Convention.

CSI Sunday School Movement സണ്ടേസ്കൂൾ • Children's Ministry

CSI Sunday School Movement

Affiliated with the CSI Synod Sunday School Union, our Sunday school nurtures children from early childhood through secondary school in Biblical scriptures, moral values, sacred songs, and Christian character.

Women’s Fellowship (Stree Jana Sakhyam) സ്ത്രീജനസഖ്യം • Women's Fellowship

Women’s Fellowship (Stree Jana Sakhyam)

A vibrant sisterhood dedicated to intercessory prayer, fasting fellowships, hospital visits for the sick, and missionary relief support across Central Travancore.

CSI Youth Movement (Yuva Jana Prasthanam) യുവജനപ്രസ്ഥാനം • Youth Wing

CSI Youth Movement (Yuva Jana Prasthanam)

Empowering the younger generation through gospel retreats, leadership training, musical praise events, and volunteering for parish social welfare initiatives.

Lay Leaders & Senior Fellowship അത്മായ സംഘടന • Lay Elders

Lay Leaders & Senior Fellowship

Bringing together church elders, lay leaders, and senior parishioners for spiritual nurture, pastoral counsel, and cottage prayer leadership across parish wards.

Community Health & Green Mission ഹെൽത്ത് & പരിസ്ഥിതി • Eco Action

Community Health & Green Mission

Pioneering grassroots rural healthcare through our mobile clinic van, free medical checkup camps, eye clinics, organic agriculture, and eco waste management.

📍 Location & Contact

Visit CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnakkadu

Situated amidst the peaceful serene hills of Punnakkadu, Kozhencherry, Pathanamthitta District, Kerala.

CSI St. Thomas Church, Punnakkadu
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Parish Address

Punnakkadu P.O., Kozhencherry, Pathanamthitta District, Kerala - 689652, India

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How to Reach Punnakkadu

Located ~7 km from Kozhencherry on the Kozhencherry–Pathanamthitta road. Turn at Punnakkadu Junction towards the hillock. The church is situated at the top of the hillock accessible by road.

🚂 Chengannur (22 km) 🚂 Thiruvalla (25 km) 🚌 KSRTC & Private Buses
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Call Parish Office

+91 468 2312711

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Send an Email

info@csipunnakkadu.org

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Visiting Hours

Tue – Sat: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Sunday: After Morning Divine Service (Mon Holiday)

Have an Inquiry or Need Assistance?

Our Vicar and parish office team are here to assist you.

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