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
5:00 PM · except 3rd Sunday · Parish Hall
EducationPonnona Pulari 2026 Presented by St. Mark Newcastle Mar Thoma Church Join us as we welcome Onam with joy, colour and community at Ponnona Pulari 2026 — our celebration of Kerala's beloved harvest festival. Step into a morning filled with the beauty of the season: an intricate Pookalam (floral carpet), vibrant cultural performances, traditional music and dance, and of course the highlight of any Onam gathering — a delicious Sadhya, the grand vegetarian feast served in true Kerala style. Whether you grew up with the rhythms of Onam or are experiencing it for the first time, everyone is warmly welcome to share in the food, festivity and fellowship. When: Saturday, 5th September 2026, from 9:00 AM Where: Fletcher Community Centre, 55 Kurraka Drive, Fletcher NSW 2287 Registration Adults — $60 Visitors — $30 Children (5–10 years) — $25 Children under 5 — Free Please register early to help us prepare the feast and seating. We look forward to celebrating this special day with you! With gratitude to our sponsors: Bethel Disability Services, Sydpro Electrical, Flyworld Migration and Legal Services, and FCL Lawyers.
Special Event6:30 PM · 2nd Sunday of every month · Parish Church
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