The Sunday Holy Qurbana/Divine Service at St. Andrews Mar Thoma Church is the central act of worship that gathers the congregation into a shared encounter with God. It is more than a tradition; it is the living expression of our faith, where Scripture is proclaimed, prayers are lifted, and the Holy Communion unites believers with Christ and with one another. In this sacred service, we are reminded of Christ’s sacrifice and invited to renew our commitment to live as His disciples in daily life.
The worship is rich and prayerful, guiding the congregation through adoration, confession, thanksgiving, scripture readings (first and second lessons), prayer for the Holy Spirit, intercession, the Nicene Creed, offertory, sermon, prayers, benediction, Kiss of Peace and Holy Communion. The service is further enriched by hymns each Sunday, with congregational singing led by the choir, creating a spirit of reverence, participation, and unity in worship.
Each Sunday, the worship service also becomes a moment of spiritual grounding for the community. As we participate together—listening to the Word, confessing our faith, and receiving the Holy Communion—we are drawn into a deeper sense of unity and purpose. It strengthens our relationship with God while also reaffirming our bond as one body of believers, called to love, serve, and support one another.
Following the worship service, the fellowship dinner offers a beautiful continuation of this spiritual communion in a more personal and relational setting. Sharing a meal together reflects the early church’s practice of breaking bread in fellowship, where barriers dissolve and community is strengthened. Conversations, laughter, and shared moments around the table help deepen relationships across generations and families.
Together, the worship serice and fellowship dinner expresses the fullness of Christian community—worship that transforms the heart, and fellowship that builds lasting bonds. As we gather week after week, we are reminded that our faith is not only lived in the sanctuary but also in the relationships we nurture and the love we extend to one another.
As Scripture reminds us: “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” — Acts 2:42
