Joyful Tidings of Priestly Ordinations
The faith community rejoices and gives thanks to God for the gift of new priests being raised up for His Church. With hearts full of gratitude and prayer, we share the joyful news of the priestly ordinations and first liturgical celebrations of *Dn. Nikhil Thachuparambil CMI, **Rev. Fr. Akhil Peter, **Dn. Jeril CMI, *Dn. Penuel CMI, *Dn Eldhose Kariyelil and *Dn Tijo Mattappillil.
Dn. Nikhil Thachuparambil CMI
Dn. Nikhil Thachuparambil CMI has joyfully announced his forthcoming Priestly Ordination and First Holy Qurbana, inviting the faithful to join him in prayer and thanksgiving.
- Date & Time: December 28, 2025, at 9:00 AM
- Venue: St. Teresa’s Monastery Parish Church, Kottackal, Mala, Thrissur
Dn. Nikhil is well known for his active involvement in the Jesus Youth Irinjalakuda Zone, where he served faithfully as a Council Member and Zonal Coordinator. He is widely appreciated for his humility, gentle nature, and his ability to relate to everyone with love, respect, and simplicity. His life and ministry continue to inspire many within the faith community.
On this blessed occasion, Dn. Nikhil humbly requests the prayers of all, especially the recitation of one Hail Mary for spiritual strength and perseverance as he prepares to embrace the priestly ministry.
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Rev. Fr. Akhil Peter – Diocese of Parasala
The Diocese of Parasala joyfully celebrates the ordination of Rev. Fr. Akhil Peter, who was ordained a priest today.
Fr. Akhil discerned his vocation through Jesus Youth during his time at *Mar Ivanios College, where he pursued a **BSc in Chemistry (2013–2016). During these years, he also served as the *Assistant Coordinator of the College Prayer Group.
From *2016–2017, he committed himself as a *full-time Jesus Youth volunteer in the Diocese of Kandwa, Auli (25th batch). He later served as a member of the Neyyattinkara Zonal Campus Team and as an Intercession Coordinator.
- First Holy Qurbana: December 27, 2025
- Venue: Kandala Church (Home Parish)
The community prayerfully accompanies Rev. Fr. Akhil as he begins his priestly ministry.
Dn. Jeril CMI
The CMI Congregation joyfully announces the priestly ordination of Dn. Jeril CMI.
- Priestly Ordination: December 27, 2025
- Venue: CMI Provincial House, Ernakulam
- First Holy Qurbana: December 28, 2025
- Venue: St. Thomas Church, Pulluvazhy
We thank God for his call and pray that his priestly life may bear abundant fruit. He was a member of the Jesus Youth prolife central team when he was student at NIT .
Dn. Penuel CMI
Adding to the joy, Dn. Penuel CMI will also be ordained a priest on *December 28, 2025. He is the beloved son of **Dr. Kochurani Joseph and K. K. Joseph, who are pioneers of the **Jesus Youth *.
The family, congregation, and wider faith community rejoice together for this grace-filled moment.
Dn Eldhose Kariyelil and Dn Tijo Mattappillil are set to take their vows on Dec 30, 2025, at St Sebastian’s Church, Thodupuzha! 🎉
Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara will ordain them for the Arch Diocese of Faridabad, Delhi.
- Eldhose: From Jacobite roots to Jesus Youth, and now priesthood 💫
- Tijo: Engineering grad and long-time Jesus Youth member answering the call 📚→✝️
Let’s wish them well on their journey! 😇 #PriestlyOrdination #JesusYouth #FaithInAction
United in Prayer and Thanksgiving
As these beloved servants of God step into the sacred priestly ministry, the community joins together in thanksgiving and fervent prayer. May the Lord grant them holiness, zeal, humility, and perseverance, and may their lives be a blessing to the Church and the world.
Let us remember all of them in our prayers. 🙏
