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JDCSI – Vacation Bible School Teachers’ Training Program
The Jaffna Diocese of the Church of South India has conducted a special Vacation Bible School Teachers’ Training Programme for Sunday School teachers across the Diocese.This programme was organized by the Board of Christian Education of the Jaffna Diocese, under the…
Lay Leaders Training Continues in Kilinochchi
The Lay Leaders Training Programme 2026 of the Jaffna Diocese of the Church of South India (JDCSI) continued today, 8 August 2026, at the King of Christ Church Auditorium, Kilinochchi. A total of 22 lay leaders from the region participated in the training session. The…
JDCSI Revives Lay Leadership Formation with the Inauguration of the Lay Leaders Training Programme 2026
The Jaffna Diocese of the Church of South India (JDCSI) marked a significant milestone in its ministry with the inauguration of the Lay Leaders Training Programme 2026 on 18 July 2026 at the Diocesan Conference Hall. The programme revives a cherished tradition of…
Hearty Congratulations and Prayerful Best Wishes
The Jaffna Diocese Church of South India (JDCSI) extends its heartfelt congratulations and prayerful best wishes to Rt. Rev. Dr. Anton Ranjith Pillainayagam Bishop of Jaffna on his appointment as the Bishop of the Jaffna Catholic Diocese. May Almighty God bless Your…
Annual Prize Giving Ceremony for the Academic Year 2025 Held with Great Enthusiasm
The Annual Prize Giving Ceremony for the Academic Year 2025 was held successfully on Thursday, 18th June 2026, in a joyous and celebratory atmosphere. The event was graced by Ms. Kalpana Nathiparan, Senior Assistant Registrar of the Postgraduate Institute of…
Children’s Sports Meet Celebrated Jointly by Chettikulam and Anappankulam JDCSI Churches
The Chettikulam and Anappankulam congregations of the Jaffna Diocese of the Church of South India (JDCSI) jointly organized a vibrant Children’s Sports Meet under the leadership of Evangelist Bro. D. Neesakumar. The event was held at the Addappankulam Church premises…
Adappankulam Church Members Meet with Evangelist and Conduct Community Clean-Up Programme
The members of Adappankulam Church recently met with Evangelist Bro. D. Nesakumar to discuss the ongoing ministries and future programmes of the church. The meeting provided an opportunity for fellowship, sharing, and planning for the spiritual and communal growth of…
Special Environmental Cleanup Campaign by J.D.C.S.I St.John’s Church, Batticaloa
To mark Environment Sunday, the Church of South India, Jaffna Diocese – Batticaloa St.John’s Church organized a special environmental cleanup campaign on 19 June 2026 at the Batticaloa Lighthouse Children’s Park. Members of the congregation, youth, and well-wishers…
OBITUARY – Rev. Dr. Mohan Larbeer
Former Principal, Tamil Nadu Theological Seminary, Madurai The Diocese of Jaffna of the Church of South India, together with its Bishop, Rt. Rev. Dr. V. Pathmathayalan, joins the family, friends, colleagues, students, and the wider ecumenical community in mourning the…