Reaching out with Compassion to the Crucified of Today
The Passionists in India - a family of priests, brothers, and laity living in community to preach God's unfathomable love revealed on the Cross since 1981.
Over 44 years of ministry in India
Called to Keep Alive the Memory of the Passion
We are a religious congregation dedicated to preaching and teaching God's love through the Cross of Christ, serving the poorest and most marginalized in Indian society.
Our Journey in India
In 1981, at the urging of St. Mother Teresa, the first Passionist missionaries arrived in Cochin, Kerala. Frs. Walter Kaelin and Philip Smith established our first community, Ashram J.X.P., blessed on May 27, 1981.
Over four decades, we have grown from a single community to the St. Thomas Vice-Province, serving across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Manipur, and Madhya Pradesh through parishes, schools, retreat centers, and formation houses.
Today, we continue St. Paul of the Cross's mission, reaching out with compassion to those who suffer, keeping alive the memory of Christ's Passion through community life, prayer, and service to the crucified ones of our time.
Our Mission & Passionist Spirituality
Rooted in 250 years of Cross-centered spirituality, we seek to heal and be healed by the power of the Cross.
Our Mission Statement
We the Passionist family of priests, brothers and laity reach out with compassion to the crucified of today; keeping with our commitment to the primal call to keep alive the memory of the Passion through community life, prayer ministry of the Word and Sacraments, enlightening young minds, care for creation and service to the needy.
Passionist Spirituality
Cross-Centered Prayer
Meditation on Christ's Passion as the easiest path to holiness
Community Life
Living together to support our apostolic mission
Service to the Crucified
Reaching out with compassion to those who suffer today
Solitude & Prayer
Prayer, solitude, abstinence and fasting for spiritual growth
Our Impact Across India
Years in India
Since 1981, we have been serving the people of India with the message of God's love through the Cross.
Communities
From seminaries to parishes, schools to retreat centers, serving across multiple states.
Students Educated
At St. Gemma School alone, serving children from 57 poor villages in Tamil Nadu.
States Served
Active ministry in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Manipur, and Madhya Pradesh.
Our Ministries Across India
Parish Ministry
Serving fishing communities in Kerala and remote Adivasi villages in Madhya Pradesh
Education
Running schools for poor children and formation houses for future priests
Retreats & Spirituality
Retreat centers offering spiritual renewal and Passionist spirituality programs
Social Outreach
Self-help groups, ecological action, and support for flood victims and COVID relief
Our Key Communities
Serving through formation, education, and pastoral care
- Ashram J.X.P
Our first community and seminary in India, the cradle of our Vice Province since 1981, focused on formation of future Passionists.
- St. Gemma School
Serving 434 students from 57 poor villages in Tamil Nadu, providing quality education to the most neglected children.
- Jyotir Bhavan
St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center, offering spiritual renewal through retreats, conferences, and recollection days.
Our Leadership
Guided by dedicated priests and brothers committed to the Passionist charism and mission in India.
Rev. Fr. Thomas Anamattathil C.P
Vice Provincial Superior
Leading the St. Thomas Vice-Province with pastoral care and administrative wisdom, guiding our communities in their mission to serve the crucified ones of today.
Rev. Fr. Wilson Victor C.P
Consultor
Serving as consultor, assisting in the administration and various deliberations of the Vice Province with dedication to Passionist spirituality.
Rev. Fr. Juan Louis Stanislaus C.P
Consultor
Contributing to the leadership team as consultor, supporting the life and ministry decisions of the Vice Province communities.
Bro. Jerson Cusher C.P
Consultor
As a Passionist brother and consultor, bringing unique perspective to the administration and pastoral care of our communities.
Rev. Fr. Sugun Lawrence C.P
Consultor
Fr. Sugun joins our leadership as consultor, where his pastoral experience informs key decisions and our service to the marginalized.
Encounter Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament
Experience the Peace of Eucharistic Adoration
Watch highlights from our monthly Eucharistic Adoration sessions and experience the profound peace that comes from spending time in the presence of our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
Adoration Sessions Collection
Voices from Our Community
Hear from those whose lives have been touched by the Passionist mission in India
Maria Joseph
The Passionists have transformed our village through education and spiritual care. My children now have hope for a better future through St. Gemma School.
Fr. Sebastian
The retreat at Jyotir Bhavan renewed my faith and helped me understand God's love through the Cross. The Passionist spirituality is truly transformative.
Thomas Antony
Our fishing community has been blessed by the pastoral care of the Passionists at Munambam. They truly understand our struggles and bring God's compassion.
Called to Serve the Crucified of Today?
We welcome aspiring young men to join our mission of preaching the Cross, educating children, and serving those who suffer. Discover your calling with the Passionists.
Connect With Us
Reach out for prayer requests, Mass intentions, or to learn more about our mission and communities.
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