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Observer
05-03-2025
- Business
- Observer
Church in Muscat celebrates Golden jubilee, thanks the country
Muscat: The Mar Thoma Parish in Muscat celebrated the Golden jubilee of its existence in Oman and the churchmen have thanked the country, the ruler and the people for the harmonious coexistence of various religions in the country. "We are immensely grateful to the ruler, the ministers, the people and the Sultanate of Oman for the harmonious coexistence of various religions and faiths and the peace in the country," said Rev Father Sajan Varghese of the faith. As part of the closing ceremony of the one-year-long Golden Jubilee celebrations and Valedictory Function of Mar Thoma Church in Oman Parish held on Saturday, March 01, at St Thomas Church, Ruwi, many socio-cultural events were held which enthralled the audience who gathered from all over the country. The function started with Parish showing respect to His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq, followed by playing the national anthems of Oman and India. The general meeting was inaugurated by Most Rev Dr Theodosius Marthoma Metropolitan, the 22nd Metropolitan of the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church and the Paramount President of the Church in the presence of the Diocesan Bishop Rt Rev Dr Euyakim Mar Coorilos. Guest of Honors were Pankaj Khimji, Advisor for Foreign Trade and International Co-operation in the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, P Prasad, Minister of Agriculture, State of Kerala, India. PCO Lead Pastor Mitchel Ford, Dr Wahid Ali Said al Kharusi, Chairperson of Oman Cancer Association Rev Sajan Varghese and Rev Obed Samuel, Vicar and Asst Vicar of the Parish along with other dignitaries. Binu M Philip, General Convener of the Golden Jubilee Celebrations presented the Jubilee report by thanking the country and the government of Oman for providing the Parish all required facilities and freedom of worship in the last five decades. Parish paid tribute to Late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said for granting an audience to church's late bishop. Philip mentioned in his speech that the Parish responded to the needs of sick and the needy people as a part of their mission and action in the Jubilee year. This includes support to Oman Cancer Association and a Pain and Palliative Care unit in Kerala. Also proceeds from the annual get together were distributed to needy to meet their expenses for Medical, Education and House. A yearlong Golden Jubilee Celebrations which included visit to all Parish member's houses, Ecumenical musical programme involving different parishes in Oman, women empowerment programme with Sreelekha IPS, the first female IPS officer and Ex DGP of Kerala who lead the sessions, convention, family day lead by Father Joseph Puthenpurakkal from Kerala, Parish Christmas Carol, devotional musical programme performed by famous playback singer KG Markose and a fellowship in Kerala with ex members of the parish who are retired and settled in Kerala in attendance. During the valedictory function, seven members of the Parish who completed 50 years in membership of the parish were honoured. The seven dignitaries who were honoured includes Dr C Thomas, Dr Renchi Mathew, Dr Mathew Koshy who served the Sultanate of Oman with their dedicated medical services and Sam Varghese, Thomas Alexander, George M Thomas who are successful businessmen from Oman and Koshy Samuel from Bahrain. Also, the 10-subcommittee conveners were honoured for their excellent services throughout the year besides members from the Parish in large and other Church's' as well as people from other communities who have made their presence felt with their services to the society.
Muscat Daily
04-03-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Mar Thoma Church Oman concludes golden jubilee celebrations with grand valedictory function
Muscat – The Golden Jubilee Valedictory Function of the Mar Thoma Church Oman Parish was held at St. Thomas Church, Ruwi, on Saturday, marking the culmination of a year-long celebration. The event commenced with a tribute to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, followed by the national anthems of Oman and India. The function was inaugurated by H.G. Most Rev. Dr. Theodosious Mar Thoma Metropolitan and presided over by Rt. Rev. Dr. Euyakim Mar Coorilos, Diocesan Bishop. Among the distinguished guests were H.E. Mr. Pankaj Khimji, Advisor for Foreign Trade and International Cooperation, Oman, and Shri P. Prasad, Minister of Agriculture, Kerala, India. Other notable attendees included Second Secretary of the Indian Embassy Mr. Anoop Bijily, Oman Cancer Association Chairperson Dr. Wahid Ali Said Al Kharusi, PCO Lead Pastor Mitchel Ford, Rev. Sajan Varghese, and Rev. Obed Samuel. Mr. Binu M. Philip, General Convener, presented the Jubilee Report, expressing gratitude to His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq and the Government of Oman for providing the Parish with freedom of worship over the past five decades. A tribute was also paid to Late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said for his past support. As part of its mission and service, the Parish supported the Oman Cancer Association and established a Pain & Palliative Care Unit in Kerala. Additionally, proceeds from the Annual Get-Together were distributed to those in need for medical, educational, and housing expenses. The year-long Golden Jubilee Celebrations featured home visits to Parish members, an ecumenical musical program, a women empowerment session by Ex-DGP Kerala Sreelekha IPS, a Parish Convention, Family Day, Christmas Carols, and devotional performances by playback singer KG Markose. During the event, seven longstanding Parish members who completed 50 years of membership were honored. Seven dignitaries, including medical professionals and successful businessmen, were also recognized for their contributions. Additionally, 10 subcommittee conveners were appreciated for their dedicated service. The function witnessed large participation from Parish members, representatives from other churches, and members of diverse communities, reinforcing the church's legacy of faith, service, and unity
Times of Oman
16-02-2025
- Health
- Times of Oman
Muscat Oncology Conference discusses latest developments in research, treatment
Muscat: The 15th Muscat International Oncology Conference, which kicked off on Sunday, seeks to discuss the latest developments in the field of oncology research and treatment, in addition to means of enhancing cooperation, knowledge and expertise among oncology specialists. The two-day conference is organised by Oman Cancer Association in cooperation with the Royal Hospital and Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre. The conference includes scholarly lectures and workshops covering various topics in the field of treating various types of cancer. The conference will study the experience of some East Mediterranean countries in the field of decentralisation in cancer treatment. It will look into ways of applying such experiences in Arab societies and how to deal with the high cost of medicines amid rising demand, in addition to treatment strategies for early lung cancer and means of handling complex and rare cases in radiotherapy and urogenital tumours. The opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr. Said Harib Al Lamki, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health for Health Affairs.
Observer
10-02-2025
- Health
- Observer
Oman Cancer Association successfully concludes symposium
MUSCAT: The Oman Cancer Association (OCA) successfully concluded its symposium, 'Advances in Oncology: A Multidisciplinary Approach,' in collaboration with Global Treatment Services and Fortis Hospitals held recently at the Crowne Plaza Muscat. The event saw the participation of over 170 healthcare professionals and researchers, marking a significant step forward in cancer awareness and treatment discussions. As part of OCA's 25th-anniversary celebrations, the symposium provided a vital platform for leading experts in Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Haematology, Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) and Radioecology to discuss the latest advancements and best practices in cancer treatment. In her opening remarks, Dr Wahid al Kharousi, President of OCA, emphasised the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in oncology, stating, 'This symposium represents a key milestone in advancing cancer care in Oman by highlighting cutting-edge research and innovative medical practices.' Key topics and discussions The event featured interactive discussions and presentations on: Innovative treatments in oncology and their impact on patient outcomes beside another one on Advancements in surgical oncology and minimally invasive techniques. Haematology and bone marrow transplantation and their role in patient recovery. Radioecology and the effects of radiation in cancer treatment. Experts presented case studies, research findings and new treatment approaches, while Q&A sessions encouraged dynamic exchanges of knowledge among participants. Strong Eengagement and positive feedback Participants praised the symposium's organisation and the high quality of discussions, noting, The overwhelming response to this event underscores the urgent need for such scientific gatherings, which bridge academic research with real-world medical applications to improve cancer care in the region. The Participants reaffirmed OCA's commitment, stating, 'As we celebrate 25 years of service, we remain dedicated to fostering awareness, supporting research and organising impactful initiatives that contribute to the fight against cancer.' About the Oman Cancer Association (OCA) Founded in 2000 by Yuthar al Rawahi, a four-time cancer survivor, OCA is a registered non-profit organisation under the Ministry of Social Development (2004). The association is dedicated to cancer awareness, early detection and patient support, working closely with healthcare professionals and the community to enhance cancer care in Oman.
