May Day Worship

by DEvJdC2026 | May 1, 2026 | Diocesan News

May Day Worship

A special May Day worship service dedicated to labourers was held today at JDCSI Inuvil Church, organized by the Jaffna Christian Union. The service was arranged and led by the Inuvil Parish Priest, Rev. S. John Lingeswaran.

Clergy and believers from several denominations, including the Anglican, Methodist, Salvation Army, and the Church of South India, gathered in unity to mark the significance of the day. Anglican Church North East Archdeacon, Rev. Dr. S. D. P. Selvan, was also present and participated in the worship.

In a symbolic gesture, denominational heads together with Mr. T. Srimohanarajah, representing the labour community, lit the traditional oil lamp.

The special sermon was delivered by the Bishop, Rt. Rev. Dr. V. Pathmathayalan. In his message, he reflected on the historical background of Labour Day and emphasized the dignity and rights of labourers as rooted in God’s creation, highlighting the concept of Sabbath as a divine provision for rest. He also noted that Jesus Himself was a hardworking individual, underscoring the value of labour in Christian life.

The worship service was followed by a fellowship breakfast, providing an opportunity for participants to share in community and strengthen bonds of unity.

The service stood as a meaningful expression of gratitude, unity, and recognition of the contributions of labourers in society.

A solemn commemoration of S. J. V. Chelvanayakam

by DEvJdC2026 | Apr 26, 2026 | Diocesan News

A solemn commemoration was held today to mark the death anniversary of S. J. V. Chelvanayakam, fondly remembered as “Thanthai Selva,” at his gravesite.

The event brought together clergy, community leaders, and members of the public who gathered to pay their respects and honour his enduring legacy of non-violence, justice, and commitment to the rights and dignity of his people. Floral tributes were laid, and prayers were offered in remembrance of his life and service.

The Bishop of the Jaffna Diocese of the Church of South India Rt.Rev.Dr.V.Pathmathayalan graced the occasion with his presence, alongside the Diocesan Secretary, Rev. Sathees Daniel. Their participation reflected the Diocese’s continued respect for Thanthai Selva’s principled leadership and his contribution to the social and political history of Sri Lanka.

The gathering concluded with a renewed call to uphold the values he stood for, inspiring future generations to pursue peace, unity, and justice in society.

“தந்தை செல்வா” என அழைக்கப்படும் எஸ். ஜே. வி. செல்வநாயகம், அவர்களின் நினைவு நாளை முன்னிட்டு இன்று அவரது கல்லறையில் ஒரு நினைவேந்தல் நிகழ்வு நடைபெற்றது.

இந்த நிகழ்வில், சமூக தலைவர்கள் மற்றும் பொதுமக்கள் பலர் கலந்து கொண்டு, அஹிம்சை, நீதி மற்றும் தமது தமிழ் மக்களின் உரிமைகள் தொடர்பில் அவரது உறுதியான பணியை நினைவுகூர்ந்து மரியாதை செலுத்தினர். மலர்மாலைகள் அணிவிக்கப்பட்டு, அவரது வாழ்வு மற்றும் சேவையை நினைவுகூர்ந்து இறை வேண்டல்களும் ஏறெடுக்கப்பட்டன.

தென் இந்திய திருச்சபை யாழ் பேராயர் Rt. Rev. Dr. வி. பத்மதயாளன் அவர்களும் ஆதீன செயலாளர் அருட்பணி சதீஸ் டானியல் அவர்களும் இந்நிகழ்வில் கலந்துகொண்டு சிறப்பித்தனர். தந்தை செல்வாவின் கொள்கைமிக்க தலைமையையும், இலங்கையின் சமூக மற்றும் அரசியல் வரலாற்றில் அவர் செய்த பங்களிப்பையும் தென் இந்திய திருச்சபை யாழ் ஆதீனம் தனது என்றும் நினைவு கூறுகின்றது.

தந்தை செல்வா நிலைநிறுத்திய விழுமியங்களைக் காத்து, வருங்கால சந்ததியினரைச் சமூகத்தில் அமைதி, ஒற்றுமை மற்றும் நீதியைப் பின்தொடர ஊக்குவிக்கும் ஒரு புதுப்பிக்கப்பட்ட அழைப்புடன் இன்றைய வணக்க நிகழ்வு கூட்டம் நிறைவடைந்தது.

JDCSI Honoured Rev.A.K,Selvanayagam

by DEvJdC2026 | Dec 13, 2025 | Diocesan News

The Jaffna Diocese of the Church of South India (JDCSI) honoured Rev. Selvanayagam during the Diocesan Council gathering held in 2025, in appreciation of his faithful and dedicated ministry as he approaches his retirement from active service.

The Bishop of JDCSI recognized Rev. Selvanayagam for his nearly 35 years of committed service to the Diocese. As a senior minister of the Diocese, he has faithfully served congregations in various places with humility, pastoral care, and spiritual leadership throughout his ministry.

Currently serving as the minister of JDCSI Wattala, Rev. Selvanayagam continues to guide and strengthen the church community with devotion and commitment.

The Diocese expressed its heartfelt gratitude for his faithful ministry spanning more than three decades and prayed God’s abundant blessings upon him and his family as he enters a new chapter of life.