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GOLDEN JUBILEE OF VINCENTIAN HOUSE, MYLADI AND SILVER JUBILEE OF REV. FR. SAMUEL KANATHUKADU VC

Vincentian House, Myladi, celebrated its Golden Jubilee, marking 50 years of its journey, along with the Silver Jubilee of Rev. Fr. Samuel Kanathukadu VC, the Superior of the House, on 8 November 2026. It was a memorable occasion of gratitude, joy and thanksgiving for the blessings and dedicated service of the Vincentian community over the past five decades.

The celebration commenced at 5.00 p.m. with Rev. Fr. Ullas Vattamthottiyil VC presenting a detailed history of the House, recalling its fifty years of growth, service and significant milestones. This was followed by the solemn Holy Mass celebrated by Rev. Fr. Paul Puthuva, Superior General of the Vincentian Congregation, with the presence of Rev. Fr. Sebastian Thundathikunnel VC, Provincial Superior of St. Joseph Province.

Following the Holy Mass, a public meeting was held. The programme began with a prayer song and the welcome address by Rev. Fr. Thomas Pananal VC, the Director of De Paul Linguistic Coaching Centre. Rev. Fr. Paul Puthuva VC delivered the presidential address, followed by the keynote address by Sri. Rony K. Baby, Hon. MLA of Kanjirappally.

The occasion also witnessed the honouring of the jubilarians, Rev. Fr. Samuel Kanathukadu VC and Rev. Fr. Tom Mulanjanany VC, in recognition of their twenty-five years of priestly service. The pioneers who contributed to the foundation and growth of the House were also honoured.

Felicitation messages were offered by Sri. Jayaraj, former MLA; Rev. Fr. Sebastian Thundathikunnel VC; Rev. Fr. Varghese Kaithaparambil, Vicar of St. John the Baptist Church, Nedumkunnam; Rev. Fr. Joseph Tharupputhottiyil, Vicar of St. Michael's Knanaya Church, Veliyanadu; Mrs. Biji Abhilash and Mr. Gopakumar, Panchayat Members; and Mr. Vakkachan Thalakulam. Fr. Abraham Kanjirakonam VC, Fr. Saji Choorapuzha VC, Fr. Joyal Aranjaniyil VC, Bro. Prince Pattamkulathu VC and Bro. Abin Nedumattathil VC are the other members of the house.

The cultural programme added joy and colour to the celebration, featuring songs, dances by the Sunday School students and students of De Paul Linguistic Coaching Centre. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks by Rev. Fr. Samuel Kanathukadu VC, followed by a joyful gathering over a shared meal.

The Golden Jubilee was a celebration of fifty years of God's abundant blessings, dedication and missionary commitment, while the Silver Jubilee added a special note of gratitude for the priestly journey of Fr. Samuel. It was truly a memorable occasion, honouring the past, celebrating the present and looking forward to the future with hope.