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South East Region

Yuvajana Sakhyam

The youth movement of the Mar Thoma Church in the South East Region.

Introduction

The youth of the region, together

The Yuvajana Sakhyam is the youth organization of the Mar Thoma Syrian Church. In the South East Region it brings together the Shakhas of our parishes for regional fellowship, worship and shared ministry.

The Regional Kalamela is the major regional gathering of the year, and registration for the 2026 Kalamela is now open to Shakhas registered with the Diocese of North America.

Further information about regular Yuvajana Sakhyam activities in the region is coming soon. This page currently covers the Kalamela, the regional office bearers and how to reach them.

Leadership

Regional office bearers

2026

President
Rev. Niju Thomas
(215) 808-7410
Vice President
Mrs. Jogy S Varghese
(516) 410-3472
Secretary
Mrs. Viney Baby
(267) 574-2023
Joint Secretary
Mr. Rinosh Rajan
(267) 406-8649
Treasurer
Mrs. Bency Elsa Babu
(267) 977-0902
Featured event

South East Regional Yuvajana Sakhyam Kalamela — 2026

To unite youth from different churches in a Christ-centered environment where they can celebrate, share, and develop their God-given talents. These competitions aim to build fellowship, encourage spiritual growth, and inspire creative expression that glorifies God and strengthens the wider body of Christ.

  • Saturday, October 10, 2026
  • Registration & breakfast from 8:30 AM
  • Event begins at 9:00 AM
  • Ascension Mar Thoma Church, PA
Item 1
Solo — Male & Female (Vocal), Malayalam
സോളോ ഗാനം (മലയാളം)
Individual item
Item 2
Solo — Male & Female (Vocal), English
സോളോ ഗാനം (ഇംഗ്ലീഷ്)
Individual item
Item 3
Group Song (Vocal)
സംഘഗാനം
Group item
Item 4
Bible Quiz
ബൈബിൾ ക്വിസ്
Group item
Item 5
Elocution — English & Malayalam
പ്രസംഗം
Individual item
Item 6
Bible Reading — English & Malayalam
ബൈബിൾ വായന
Individual item
Contact

Questions about the Yuvajana Sakhyam?

All enquiries about the Kalamela and regional Yuvajana Sakhyam matters should be directed to the regional officials. Participants and members are asked not to contact the judges at any time.