Bishop Jos Tharakan

Apr 5

Holy God, form us through discipline that leads to freedom. Teach us practices that loosen the grip of injustice and deepen compassion. May prayer, fasting, and generosity reshape our lives toward love, mercy, and faithful resistance.

Apr 4

God of perseverance, strengthen those growing weary in Lenten struggle. Renew bodies, spirits, and communities. Teach us endurance rooted in hope, trusting that your work continues beyond our strength.

Apr 4

“Be reconciled to God.” (2 Corinthians 5:20) **Meditation** Reconciliation begins as an inward turning before it becomes an outward act. God’s longing is always restoration, never distance. Today, listen for the quiet nudge toward honesty, forgiveness, or repair. Lent invites us to live reconciled ...Read more

“Be reconciled to God.” (2 Corinthians 5:20) **Meditation** Reconciliation begins as an inward turning before it becomes an outward act. God’s longing is always restoration, never distance. Today, listen for the quiet nudge toward honesty, forgiveness, or repair. Lent invites us to live reconciled lives—at peace with God, ourselves, and one another. Each step toward healing, however small, opens the door to renewed joy and freedom.

Apr 3

Humble God, keep justice-seeking grounded in humility. Guard us from pride or despair. May our work reflect trust in your Spirit rather than confidence in ourselves alone.

Apr 3

“If anyone wishes to come after me, let him deny himself.” (Luke 9:23) **Meditation** Jesus does not call us to self-rejection, but to freedom. Letting go is rarely dramatic; it often happens in small, faithful choices. Today, notice what asks for release—control, fear, or resentment. Lent teaches ...Read more

“If anyone wishes to come after me, let him deny himself.” (Luke 9:23) **Meditation** Jesus does not call us to self-rejection, but to freedom. Letting go is rarely dramatic; it often happens in small, faithful choices. Today, notice what asks for release—control, fear, or resentment. Lent teaches us that surrender is not loss, but space. When we loosen our grip, we discover Christ walking with us, carrying what we no longer need to bear alone.