Help Traditional Catholic Priest in India

Goal:

 USD $50,000

Raised:

 USD $18,431

Campaign created by Justin Mathew

Campaign funds will be received by Justin Mathew

Help Traditional Catholic Priest in India

J.M.J.

Father Thomas Maria Paul is a Carmelite priest currently residing in Kerala, India and was ordained in the Syro Malabar eastern Rite. He has experienced firsthand the effects of modernism and a loss of faith within the Eastern Rites. Through a deepening of faith and desire to remain faithful to tradition, Father Thomas found refuge in learning the Traditional Latin Mass. His zeal for tradition has left him abandoned by his religious community and Bishop within the Eastern Rite. If it be God’s will, Father Thomas is hoping to build a small chapel and better accommodations for those interested in joining the community. Father Thomas is the only Catholic priest native to Kerala (7,000+) that we know to offer the TLM. Several priests and youth have already expressed interest in joining the community but without dedicated place for worship and formation this has been very difficult.

We are asking for donations to help Father Thomas in his efforts. Please pray for Father and all other priests fighting to uphold the traditional Catholic faith.

More of the story:

Father Thomas Maria Paul was born and raised in the state of Kerala in India. He was ordained in the Syro Malabar Rite in 2016, an Eastern Catholic Rite that traces its roots back to St. Thomas the Apostle. Early on in his religious formation, Father noticed problems with the formation of priests and the practice of faith within the eastern rite. After some time in the Charismatic movement he happen to come across some traditional Catholic material online, especially from the Fatima Center and this had a big impact on him. The more he studied the traditional Catholic faith, he became aware of contradictions and compromise within his Rite. The situation has worsened in modern times without any “traditional movement” to offer resistance in Kerala.

Not finding answers or support in his community, Fr. Thomas began independently studying the traditional catholic faith including the apparitions of Our Blessed Mother in Quito and Fatima. He was introduced to the TLM by Fr. Isaac Mary Relyea, who offered him spiritual advice. Later, he traveled to the only SSPX priory in the country to learn the TLM from society priests stationed there. Father Thomas hopes to recruit other priests committed to tradition going forward in his efforts.

Father Thomas has been interviewed by the traditional Catholic YouTube channel “Ascent of Mount Carmel” and his situation has also been discussed on Anthony Stine’s “Return to Tradition” channel. I have included both links below if you are interested to find out more. Thank you for your prayers and support!

Ascent of Mount Carmel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxOw-cqP6ts

Return to Tradition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGlNeQnv1Ww




Recent Donations
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Anonymous Giver
$ 50.00 USD
21 days ago

Ave Maria

Anonymous Giver
$ 60.00 USD
21 days ago

+ JMJ

Anonymous Giver
$ 500.00 USD
28 days ago

Regina Green
$ 20.00 USD
28 days ago

Dear Father, God bless you and all the work you do for our Dear Lord and His Mother! Please accept this humble donation and if you might say a Mass for the souls of my parents, Joseph and Jane. Many thanks! All for Jesus and Mary!

Anonymous Giver
$ 100.00 USD
28 days ago

Thank you for being Faithful Father Thomas Maria Paul!!! May God bless you abundantly for remaining faithful and for feeding the faithful sheep of God. Please accept this humble donation for Three Holy Mass request. DEO Gratias et Mariae nunc et semper alleluia alleluia alleluia!

Anonymous Giver
$ 20.00 USD
1 month ago

Elizabeth
$ 20.00 USD
1 month ago

Given in honor of Saint Philomena. 2 Holy Mass requests please for the Holy Souls in Purgatory.

Anonymous Giver
$ 30.00 USD
1 month ago

Alexandra
$ 30.00 USD
1 month ago

For the 3 Holy Mass request. Thanks Father Thomas Maria Paul!

Anonymous Giver
$ 15.00 USD
1 month ago

Anonymous Giver
$ 50.00 USD
1 month ago

AveMaria

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$ 50.00 USD
2 months ago

AveMaria

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$ 50.00 USD
3 months ago

donation on behalf of SlowpokeCon

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$ 81.00 USD
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Anonymous Giver
$ 524.00 USD
4 months ago

Donation for 9 Masses for Elisabeth

mevawter
$ 100.00 USD
4 months ago

God bless.

Anonymous Giver
$ 50.00 USD
4 months ago

Father Thomas may God bless you and Mother Mary keep you in your ministry. Amen

Anonymous Giver
$ 13.00 USD
4 months ago

Anonymous Giver
$ 13.00 USD
4 months ago

Anonymous Giver
$ 100.00 USD
5 months ago

For Holy Mass requests, DEO Gratias et Mariae nunc et semper alleluia alleluia alleluia!

Updates

Hermitage Update

August 3rd, 2024

Ave Maria, We have posted a video update of the progress at the hermitage. Please subscribe to the channel for more videos in the future. Thanks again for all your prayers and support!

Hermitage Update Video


Work Progress

July 6th, 2024

Dear Friends and Benefactors, Father Thomas asked me to post an update on the progress and ongoing work at the hermitage. With your help and the grace of God the roofing work is completed along with white-washing the walls and other structural improvements. The current work is focused on flooring and completing the interior walls. I will send an email to donors with more pictures for those interested to see the progress.

According to Father, people continue to visit the Chapel and seek his counsel but it is still difficult to find committed Catholic families. However, several Hindu and Muslim locals have expressed interest in learning the faith and Father is doing his best to provide materials and catechesis. Some others have come to stay for a few days, joining in the mass and prayers. Deo Gratias! Please continue to pray for Father and offer your support if possible. We pray that God continues to draw more people to the traditional Catholic faith in Kerala and across the world in these dark times. 

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Roofing Work

February 13th, 2024

Dear Benefactors, Father asked me to post an update to let you know that they are beginning work on the roof of the hermitage. This will be a significant improvement thanks to your generosity as there are still tarps in many places where the old roof is damaged. Please keep Fr. Thomas in your prayers as we enter this holy season of Lent.

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Merry Christmas!

December 25th, 2023

From Father Paul: Merry Christmas to you all and thank you for your great generosity! All benefactors will be remembered in a special way during Christmas masses at the hermitage.

May the Infant Jesus bless us to be humble and follow the true Catholic faith in all circumstances.

Christus natus est nobis! Alleluia!

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New interview with "MassConversions" YouTube Channel

October 31st, 2023

Dear Friends, I wanted to post the link to a recent interview Fr. Paul had with MassConversions YouTube channel. Fr. Paul is able to explain his story and situation in greater depth so please check it out if you can. Thank you for all your prayers and support! Deo Gratias

MassConversions Interview


Hermitage

July 10th, 2023

Dear Friends, Fr. Paul wanted me to update the campaign with some pictures of the modest property he is converting to a hermitage with everyone's support. He hopes to expand as funds allow to better serve the faithful. Please pray for continued support! Deo Gratias  

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