Serving the Crucified with Compassion and Hope

Our Sacred Journey in India

Called by St. Mother Teresa in 1981, we began as a small community in Cochin and have grown into the flourishing St. Thomas Vice-Province, touching lives across multiple states.

From Humble Beginnings to Widespread Ministry

In March 1981, Fathers Walter Kaelin and Philip Smith arrived in Cochin as the first Passionist missionaries to India, warmly welcomed by Bishop Joseph Kurethara. They established Ashram J.X.P., blessed on May 27, 1981.

Over four decades, our mission has expanded to encompass seminaries, parishes, schools, and retreat centers across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Manipur, and Madhya Pradesh, always guided by our founder St. Paul of the Cross's vision.

Today, we serve through 10 communities, educating children, conducting retreats, caring for the marginalized, and keeping alive the memory of Christ's Passion through prayer and service.

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Our Mission and Passionist Values

Rooted in the spirituality of St. Paul of the Cross, we live as a family of priests, brothers, and laity committed to serving the crucified ones of today.

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Our Sacred Mission

We reach out with compassion to the crucified of today, keeping alive the memory of the Passion through community life, prayer, ministry of Word and Sacraments, enlightening young minds, care for creation, and service to the needy.

Core Passionist Values

Passion-Centered Spirituality

Meditation on Christ's Passion as the path to holiness and understanding God's love

Community Life

Living together in faith communities that enrich and nourish our apostolic work

Service to the Crucified

Reaching out with compassion to those who suffer in today's world

Prayer and Contemplation

Deep prayer life rooted in solitude, abstinence, and mystical tradition

Our Impact Across India

44+

Years of Service

Decades of faithful ministry since our arrival in India in 1981, growing from a single community to a thriving Vice-Province serving diverse populations.

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Active Communities

From seminaries and parishes to schools and retreat centers, each community serves unique needs while maintaining our Passionist charism and mission.

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Students Educated

Children from 57 poor villages receive quality education at St. Gemma School, breaking cycles of poverty through learning and faith formation.

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Parish Families

Fishing families in Munambam receive pastoral care and spiritual guidance through our dedicated parish ministry at Our Lady of Velankanny Church.

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Under the guidance of Rev. Fr. Thomas Anamattathil C.P. and his council, we continue the legacy of St. Paul of the Cross through dedicated formation and ministry.

Leadership and Formation in the Passionist Tradition

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Formation Houses

4 Years

Leadership Term

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Council Members

Voices from Our Communities

Hear from those whose lives have been touched by the Passionist mission across India.
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Maria Francis

The Passionists brought hope to our fishing village. Through their ministry at Our Lady of Velankanny Church, our families have found spiritual strength and community support in times of need.

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Ravi Kumar

St. Gemma School transformed our village. My children now receive quality education that was never available before. The Passionists truly serve the crucified ones of today.

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Sr. Catherine

The retreat programs at Jyotir Bhavan have deepened my understanding of Christ's Passion. The Passionist spirituality offers a unique path to encounter God's love through the Cross.

Answer the Call to Serve the Crucified

Join the Passionist family in bringing hope and healing to those who suffer. Whether through vocation, prayer support, or generous donations, you can be part of our mission to keep alive the memory of Christ's Passion.