St. Thomas Parish

St. Thomas Parish

Syro-Malabar Roman Catholic Parish Heidelberg

A vibrant community of the Eastern Catholic rite. Welcome to our official website. Here you will find all information regarding our Holy Masses, upcoming events, fellowship activities, and news.

Next Service Sunday, July 5, 2026

Syro-Malabar Liturgy and 30th Year Anniversary Celebration

16:00 Uhr Church St. Bonifatius, Wilhelmsplatz, 69115 Heidelberg
St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Gemeinde Heidelberg
Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

Date Sunday, July 5, 2026
16:00 Uhr
Parish Feast Next Service

Syro-Malabar Liturgy and 30th Year Anniversary Celebration

We celebrate together in the East Syriac-Malabar Rite.

Location: Church St. Bonifatius, Wilhelmsplatz, 69115 Heidelberg
Date Sunday, August 2, 2026
16:00 Uhr
Holy Mass

Malayalam Holy Mass

A warm invitation to our regular Malayalam Holy Mass. We celebrate together in the Eastern Catholic Syro-Malabar rite.

Location: Church St. Bonifatius, Wilhelmsplatz, 69115 Heidelberg
Date Sunday, September 6, 2026
16:00 Uhr
Holy Mass

Malayalam Holy Mass

A warm invitation to our regular Malayalam Holy Mass. We celebrate together in the Eastern Catholic Syro-Malabar rite.

Location: Church St. Bonifatius, Wilhelmsplatz, 69115 Heidelberg
Date Sunday, October 4, 2026
16:00 Uhr
Holy Mass

Malayalam Holy Mass

A warm invitation to our regular Malayalam Holy Mass. We celebrate together in the Eastern Catholic Syro-Malabar rite.

Location: Church St. Bonifatius, Wilhelmsplatz, 69115 Heidelberg

About Our Parish

The St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Community in Heidelberg is a spiritual home for believers of the Eastern Catholic rite. Our community is characterized by vibrant liturgy, strong fellowship, and the preservation of our rich rites and traditions. We cordially invite you to join our services and parish activities!

Our Parish Team

Our Parish Team

Meet the members of our parish council and those responsible for our community.

Spiritual Leadership

His Holiness Pope Leo XIV

His Holiness Pope Leo XIV

Pope
Mar Stephen Chirappanath

Mar Stephen Chirappanath

Apostolic Visitator of the Syro-Malabar Catholic Faithful in Europe
Pater Thomas Mathew TOR

Pater Thomas Mathew TOR

Vicar
Mr. Michael Kizhukandayil

Mr. Michael Kizhukandayil

Coordinator
Mr. Jobin Paul

Mr. Jobin Paul

Secretary
Mr. Shajy Valiath

Mr. Shajy Valiath

Treasurer
Ms. Tinu Tito

Ms. Tinu Tito

Auditor
Mr. Denson Ouseph

Mr. Denson Ouseph

Sacristan & Liturgy Coordination
Mr. Abhilash Nalpathamkalam

Mr. Abhilash Nalpathamkalam

Youth Coordinator
Ms. Jisna Mariya George

Ms. Jisna Mariya George

Youth Coordinator
Mr. Geordy Joseph

Mr. Geordy Joseph

Committee Member
Mr. Joseph Thayil

Mr. Joseph Thayil

Committee Member
Ms. Anusha Sunny

Ms. Anusha Sunny

Committee Member
Ms. Rosmin Job

Ms. Rosmin Job

Committee Member
Priests Who Have Served

Priests Who Have Served

Priests who have served the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Catholic Community at St. Bonifatius, Heidelberg.

Rev. Fr. Ludwig Bopp (†)

Rev. Fr. Ludwig Bopp (†)

From 1996 Founder and Patron of the Community (passed away on 26.03.2021)
Rev. Fr. Joseph Panidapallil

Rev. Fr. Joseph Panidapallil

1996 – 1997
Rev. Fr. Pius Melekandathil

Rev. Fr. Pius Melekandathil

1997 – 1998

Rev. Fr. Devis Chakkalamittathu

1998 – 2007
Rev. Fr. Thomas Pullattu

Rev. Fr. Thomas Pullattu

2007 – 2017
Rev. Fr. Loice Neelankavil

Rev. Fr. Loice Neelankavil

2017 – 2018
Rev. Fr. Thomas Palakkudiyil

Rev. Fr. Thomas Palakkudiyil

2018 – 2022
Rev. Fr. Thomas Mathew

Rev. Fr. Thomas Mathew

From 2022

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