The Eparchy of Parassala successfully concluded TABORE 2025, the ongoing formation programme for young priests, held from 15 to 17 December 2025 at SPARC, Vizhinjam, with the participation of 21 priests ordained since 2018.
The programme was inaugurated by His Excellency Most Rev. Dr. Thomas Mar Eusebius, Bishop of Parassala, who spoke on “Priesthood: A Ministry in and for the Church.” In his address, the Bishop emphasized the twofold belonging of priesthood, affirming that a priest belongs first to the Lord and belongs also to the Church.
The spiritual dimension of priesthood was deepened through Eucharistic Adoration, led by Rev. Fr. Bijoy Oralivila, while the importance of psycho-spiritual and emotional balance in priestly life was addressed by Rev. Fr. Dr. Anish Ettakakunnel.
Expectations of the People of God towards priests were shared by representatives of religious, laity, missionary, and youth movements, under the moderation of Rev. Fr. Varghese Naduthala. The role of the priest as a leader of the worshipping community was highlighted by Rev. Fr. Dr. Bernard Valiyavila, and the realities of parish priestly life were presented by Rev. Fr. Jose Charuvil.
A session titled “Wisdom from Experiences” featured sharing by senior priests, namely Rev. Fr. Thomas Varghese Vattaparambil, Rev. Fr. Samuel Puthenpurayil, and Rev. Fr. Aloysius Thunduthattu Puthenveedu, moderated by Rev. Fr. Thomas Kulangara.
On the final day, Rev. Fr. Dr. Prabheesh George reflected on “A Call within the Call,” followed by a theological input on the prophetic role of parish priests by Rev. Fr. Joseph Valliyattu. The session on administrative leadership in parish ministry was handled by Msgr. Seline Jose Konathuvila.
The programme concluded with an interaction with the Bishop titled “One Shepherd and One Herd.” The event was coordinated by Rev. Fr. Prabheesh George and was widely appreciated for strengthening priestly identity, belonging, and fraternity.
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