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Vision Statement
To celebrate the person and message of Lord Jesus Christ that was brought to India in AD 52 by St. Thomas the Apostle, while preserving our identity within the Indian cultural heritage and promoting unity in India.
Significance of July 3
July 3rd, is the traditionally accepted martyrdom day of Apostle St. Thomas, Apostle of India, disciple of Lord Jesus Christ, who arrived in India in 52 AD and was martyred in Chennai in 72 AD.
Declaration of 3 July 2021
An annual day of remembrance by the Indian followers of Lord Jesus Christ, to celebrate the person and message of JESUS CHRIST which was brought to India in 52 AD by one of His twelve disciples, St. Thomas the Apostle.
A Day of Celebration and Remembrance
Cultural Programs
With traditional songs, music, dances, cultural events, food, sweets & festivities
Love and Kindness
Feeding programs, health camps, literacy events, social development & outreach.
Celebrate Impact
In fields of education, healthcare, literacy, women rights, social development.
Decade of Celebration
A decade-long celebration (2021-2030), to honour the 2000th anniversary of the earthly ministry of Lord Jesus Christ, whose teaching and life principles have helped to shape and transform India and the world.
Launch of 3 July 2021
The Declaration of July 3, as Indian Christian Day / Yeshu Bhakti Divas was held on Saturday, July 3, 2021. The online launch programs were organized in different languages in various parts of India. The events featured greetings from the Heads of Church denominations and from community, business & lay leaders, including speeches from the Chief Ministers of Meghalaya, Nagaland & Mizoram. Celebrations were also held all over India, with acts of love & kindness and special services to commemorate the historic launch.
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