Welcome to Our Parish
An ancient faith. A living community. Rooted in the apostolic tradition of St. Thomas the Apostle, serving Newcastle and the Hunter Valley.
Our Community
The Mar Thoma Church traces its origins to 52 AD when St. Thomas the Apostle brought the Christian faith to Kerala, India. The tradition has been maintained unbroken for nearly two millennia — a living testament to the enduring power of the Gospel.
Our Newcastle church was founded in November 2018 with just 20 members gathering at Fletcher Community Hall. Today we are a community of approximately 100 members across 28 families. In March 2025 we were formally elevated from a congregation to a church — a milestone in our journey of faith in the Hunter Valley.
We are part of the Diocese of Malaysia–Singapore–Australia–New Zealand and offer worship in both Malayalam and English, forming a spiritual home for families across the region.
Our Full Story"They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer."
2018
Year Founded
28
Families
~100
Members
Parish Life
Nurturing the faith of our youngest members every Sunday at 5:00 PM (6:30 PM on 3rd Sunday) through Biblical teaching, Malayalam hymns, and Syrian Christian heritage.
Learn moreOur youth fellowship engages young adults through Bible study, retreats, and community service — building the next generation of faithful disciples.
Learn moreThe women's fellowship, committed to prayer, community care, and outreach, serving the parish and the wider community with compassion and dedication.
Learn moreParish Calendar
6:30 PM · 2nd Sunday each month · Parish Church
Worship6:30 PM · 4th Sunday each month · Parish Church
WorshipCRU Lake Mac Camp & Conference Centre
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