Syro Malabar Church inaugurates Santhom Groves Centre in Victoria

Melbourne, July 16 (Australia India News Newsdesk)

In a milestone moment for Victoria’s Indian Christian community, the Syro Malabar Eparchy of St Thomas the Apostle, Melbourne officially inaugurated Santhom Groves, a new Pastoral and Community Resource Centre in the scenic Yarra Ranges, continuing the legacy of the former Pallotti College.

The blessing ceremony was led by Mar Raphael Thattil, Major Archbishop of the Syro Malabar Church, and witnessed a distinguished gathering of clergy, parliamentarians, and community leaders. Among those present were Pauline Richards MP, Iwan Walters MP, Cindy McLeish MP, Consul General Dr Sushil Kumar, and members of the Syro Malabar clergy and lay community.

The centre stands as a tribute to the heritage, service, and vision of the Syro Malabar Church in Australia and marks a new chapter in fostering faith-based community engagement. The event celebrated the growing contributions of Indian Christians to Victoria’s multicultural fabric and their ongoing commitment to spiritual growth, education, and cultural harmony.