St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral - Melbourne, Australia

St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral - Melbourne, Australia St. Mary's Indian Orthodox Cathedral is Australia's first Indian Orthodox Church. As a result, the St. The Cathedral has grown immensely over the years.

Beginning in the early 1970s, several Keralites migrated to Australia for better lives for themselves and their families. With the growing number of Orthodox families, the need was felt to establish a Church following Indian Orthodox tradition. Mary's Indian Orthodox Church (SMIOC) was established on 30th August 1980, at Coburg, Victoria and is the mother parish of all churches in the Oceania region. Starting with five families, the Cathedral has today grown to over 230 families.

On Sunday 14 June 2026, after the Holy Qurbana, the St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral (SMIOC) family felicitated Mr. ...
14/06/2026

On Sunday 14 June 2026, after the Holy Qurbana, the St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral (SMIOC) family felicitated Mr. Chethicad Oommen Thomas.

Mr. Thomas was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours, a recognition that has brought great pride to our Cathedral and the wider community.

Mr. Thomas was honoured by Vicar Fr. Gigi Mathew Vakathanam, the Trustee and the Secretary, with a traditional Ponnada and presented with a memento marking this special occasion.

🇦🇺🏅 A PROUD MOMENT FOR ST MARY’S INDIAN ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL, MELBOURNE🏅With immense joy and gratitude, we extend our hear...
08/06/2026

🇦🇺🏅 A PROUD MOMENT FOR ST MARY’S INDIAN ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL, MELBOURNE🏅

With immense joy and gratitude, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to our beloved senior member, Mr. Chethicad Oommen Thomas, on being awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) as part of the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours.

This prestigious national recognition has been bestowed upon him for his outstanding service to the Indian community in Victoria, including his dedicated contributions to the Church and the broader multicultural community.

For many decades, Mr. Thomas has been a respected community leader, known for his commitment to community welfare, migrant support, cultural engagement, and faith-based service. His selfless dedication has enriched countless lives and inspired many across generations.

As a valued member of our Cathedral family, this honour is a matter of immense pride and celebration for all of us at St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral, Melbourne. We rejoice in this well-deserved recognition of a lifetime of service and leadership.

We thank Almighty God for this blessing and pray that He grants Mr. Thomas good health, happiness, and many more years of fruitful service.

Heartiest congratulations, C.O. Uncle! May God continue to bless you abundantly. 🙏

Fr. Gigi Mathew Vakathanam (Vicar) and Members of St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral Melbourne

Feast of Pentecost 🙏🏼
23/05/2026

Feast of Pentecost 🙏🏼

** HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY 🌸**“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. Her children aris...
10/05/2026

** HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY 🌸**

“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.” — Book of Proverbs 31:25,28

Today, we thank God for the love, sacrifice, faith, and strength of all mothers. May the Lord continue to bless and uphold every mother and family.

The SMIOC MGOCSM & OCYM organised Mother’s Day cupcakes and cards for the mothers and grandmothers of the SMIOC family. Included in each card were heartfelt notes written by our Sunday School students in response to the prompt: “I love my mum because…”

Happy Mother’s Day from St Mary's Indian Orthodox Cathedral 🌸


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20/04/2026

** STEFM WOMEN’S CONFERENCE 2026**
St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral - Melbourne, Australia

STEFM WOMEN’S CONFERENCE- 2026An Ecumenical Women’s Conference was held at the Melbourne St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cath...
19/04/2026

STEFM WOMEN’S CONFERENCE- 2026

An Ecumenical Women’s Conference was held at the Melbourne St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral, inaugurated by the Cathedral Vicar, Rev. Fr. Gigi Mathew Vakathanam.

Eldo Jacob, CEO of Loanweb Group, and Dr. Alby Elias, Director at Western Health and affiliated with the University of Melbourne ECT Services, delivered insightful sessions on a range of topics.

Representatives from the Victorian ecumenical organization STEFM, including President Rev. Fr. Linu Lukose, Secretary Amala, Anil Tharakan, and Rajani Iywan, also addressed the gathering.

✨ SMIOC Sunday School 🏆 Recognising Excellence in Faith & Learning ✨Celebrating the success of our students in academic...
19/04/2026

✨ SMIOC Sunday School 🏆 Recognising Excellence in Faith & Learning ✨

Celebrating the success of our students in academics, Talent Day, and Bible Quiz.
Proud moment for all! 👏📚✝️ Congratulations to you all✌️🏼

Feast of Pampady Thirumeni
11/04/2026

Feast of Pampady Thirumeni

05/04/2026

** RESURRECTION SUNDAY **

Chief Celebrant: Rev. Fr. Gigi Mathew Vakathanam


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** RESURRECTION SUNDAY **Chief Celebrant: Rev. Fr. Gigi Mathew Vakathanam stmarysioc.org.au
05/04/2026

** RESURRECTION SUNDAY **

Chief Celebrant: Rev. Fr. Gigi Mathew Vakathanam


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