Message of Condolence from Moran Mor Samuel Theophilus Metropolitan on the Passing of His Beatitude Baselios Thomas I

Condolence Message on the Demise of His Beatitude Baselios Thomas I, Catholicos of the Malankara Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church

To

His Eminence Joseph Mor Gregorios Metropolitan,

The Malankaxa Metropolitan of the Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church

Dear Your Eminence,

With profound sorrow, we extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing away of His Beatitude Baselios Thomas I, Catholicos of the Malankara Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church. His Beatitude was a humble and devout servant of the Lord, deeply respected for his simplicity, unwavering life of prayer and faith, and steadfast commitment in guiding his flock into the light of the Gospel. His life and legacy have left an indelible mark on all who were blessed to know him.

We fondly remember His Beatitude’s deep bond of love and the close relationship he shared with the reposed Metropolitan of Believers Eastern Church, Mor Athanasius Yohan I of the blessed memory. Our reposed Metropolitan always regarded His Beatitude as a living saint, whose Christ-like spirit inspired countless people. His visits to the World Headquarters of Believers Eastern Church at Thiruvalla, along with his guidance and prayers, supported and strengthened our church in ways that words cannot fully express.

I personally recall meeting His Beatitude at the hospital a few months ago, after assuming the office of the Metropolitan as the successor to Athanasius Yohan I where even in his ailing state; his faith and calm presence radiated the peace of Christ. It is a testament to his unwavering trust in the Lord, a memory that I hold dear.

On behalf of the Archbishops, Bishops, Clergy, and Faithful of Believers Eastern Church, we express our deepest condolences to the entire family of the Malankara Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church.

As we grieve this great loss, we pray that the Lord of the Holy Church grants His Beatitude eternal rest in His Kingdom. May his life of humility and devotion continue to inspire not only the Clergy and Faithful of the Malankara Jacobite Syrian Orthodox Church but all of us and the Church worldwide.

In Christ out Lord, we remain fraternally,

Moran Mor Samuel Theophilus Metropolitan

Believers Eastern Church