This Blessed Augustine Thevarparampil prayer card commemorates the Syro-Malabar Catholic priest (1891–1973), affectionately known as Kunjachan and remembered as the “Priest of the Dalits.” He gave his life to ministering to the poorest and most marginalized in Kerala, defending their dignity and baptizing over 5,000 of the oppressed into the Catholic faith.
Beatified in 2006, Blessed Augustine is honored in the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church as a modern model of charity and holiness. His humble and courageous ministry continues to inspire devotion and action among Catholics in India and around the world.
This prayer card is perfect for personal devotion, for those who work in service to the poor, or as a meaningful gift honoring the legacy of Syro-Malabar Catholic holiness.
Traditions:
Syro-Malabar Catholic Church (primary devotion)
Roman Catholic Church (universal recognition of blesseds)
Feast Day: October 16
Title: Priest of the Dalits, Blessed, Defender of the Poor
Veneration: Honored by the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church as a humble servant of the oppressed
The Blessed Augustine Thevarparampil prayer card inspires Catholics to embrace humility, compassion, and the service of the poor with fearless love.
This Blessed Augustine Thevarparampil prayer card commemorates the Syro-Malabar Catholic priest (1891–1973), affectionately known as Kunjachan and remembered as the “Priest of the Dalits.” He gave his life to ministering to the poorest and most marginalized in Kerala, defending their dignity and baptizing over 5,000 of the oppressed into the Catholic faith.
Beatified in 2006, Blessed Augustine is honored in the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church as a modern model of charity and holiness. His humble and courageous ministry continues to inspire devotion and action among Catholics in India and around the world.
This prayer card is perfect for personal devotion, for those who work in service to the poor, or as a meaningful gift honoring the legacy of Syro-Malabar Catholic holiness.
Traditions:
Syro-Malabar Catholic Church (primary devotion)
Roman Catholic Church (universal recognition of blesseds)
Feast Day: October 16
Title: Priest of the Dalits, Blessed, Defender of the Poor
Veneration: Honored by the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church as a humble servant of the oppressed
The Blessed Augustine Thevarparampil prayer card inspires Catholics to embrace humility, compassion, and the service of the poor with fearless love.
