The Synod of The Church of North India

20/08/2026

118th Meeting of the Executive Committee of the
CNI Synod, CNI Bhawan, New Delhi | 20 August 2026

The 118th Meeting of the Executive Committee of the Church of North India (CNI) Synod was held on 20 August 2026 at CNI Bhawan, New Delhi, in the presence of the Executive Committee Members and the Office Bearers of the CNI Synod.

The day began with Morning Worship and Holy Communion at the Epiphany Chapel, CNI Bhawan. The worship was led by The Most Revd. Dr. Paritosh Canning, Moderator, CNI Synod, and The Rt. Revd. Dr. Silvans S. Christian, Deputy Moderator, CNI Synod. The members and all those present joined together in prayer and worship and shared in the Holy Communion, seeking God’s guidance and blessing for the work of the Church.

After the worship service, the meeting began at the Sadhu Sundar Singh Conference Hall, CNI Bhawan. The members and office bearers gathered together in a spirit of fellowship, prayer, and shared responsibility for the life and ministry of the Church.

A warm welcome was extended to Mr. Subrata Gorai, Acting General Secretary and Treasurer, CNI Synod, whose presence added to the spirit of fellowship and togetherness during the meeting.

The Sadhu Sundar Singh Conference Hall also provided a comfortable and digitally enhanced setting for the proceedings. The hall has been beautifully renovated and improved with modern facilities through the initiatives of The Most Revd. Dr. Paritosh Canning, Moderator, CNI Synod. The updated facilities have made the hall more suitable for meetings, presentations, discussions, and other important gatherings of the Church, while continuing to retain its meaningful identity and purpose.

The meeting was held in an atmosphere of prayer, mutual respect, and Christian fellowship. The members and office bearers came together in a spirit of unity and fellowship, giving their time and attention to the proceedings of the meeting.

19/08/2026

Farewell to the Revd. Dr. D. J. Ajith Kumar, General Secretary, CNI Synod

On 19 August 2026, a farewell service was held at CNI Bhavan to honour the ministry and service of the Revd. Dr. D. J. Ajith Kumar, who served as the General Secretary of the Church of North India (CNI) Synod from 2023 until August 2026.

The farewell service was led by the Most Revd. Dr. Paritosh Canning, Moderator, CNI Synod. The Rt. Revd. Dr. Silvans Christian, Deputy Moderator; Mr. Subrata Gorai, Treasurer; the Most Revd. B. K. Nayak, former Moderator, CNI Synod; the Rt. Revd. S. K. Nanda, Bishop of Cuttack Diocese; the Rt. Revd. Moris Dan, Bishop of Lucknow Diocese; the Rt. Revd. Denzel Peoples, Warden, CNI Bhavan; along with the CNI Synod staff and others, were present on the occasion.

The service was a meaningful expression of gratitude to God for Dr. Ajith Kumar’s ministry, leadership and dedicated service to the CNI Synod during the past nearly three years. His commitment to the Church, his pastoral concern, and his contribution to the wider ministry of the CNI were gratefully remembered.

As he now moves forward to the next chapter of his ministry, the CNI family joins together in prayer, asking God to guide, strengthen and bless him in all his future plans and endeavours.

We thank God for his ministry and pray that the Lord will continue to use him as an instrument of His grace, love and service.

18/08/2026

Re-dedication Service at CNI Bhawan
New Delhi | 18 August 2026

A solemn and spiritually enriching Service of Re-dedication was held at CNI Bhawan, New Delhi, marking the dedication of the newly renovated Lounge, Dining Hall, Sadhu Sundar Singh Conference Hall, and the Archives to the glory of God.

The service began with Morning Worship in the Epiphany Chapel, CNI Bhawan where the people of God gathered around the Lord’s Table in a reverent celebration of the Holy Communion. The worship reflected the biblical and theological understanding that every ministry and every work of the Church finds its meaning in Christ, who sanctifies His people and calls them to faithful service and stewardship.

The service was graciously led by The Most Revd. Dr. Paritosh Canning, Moderator, Church of North India and Bishop of the Diocese of Calcutta. He was joined by The Rt. Revd. Dr. Silvans S. Christian, Deputy Moderator, Church of North India and Bishop, Diocese of Gujarat, along with the members of the Council of Bishops and the CNI Synod Staff.

Following the Eucharistic celebration, the Moderator offered prayers of thanksgiving and formally re-dedicated the Lounge, Dining Hall, Sadhu Sundar Singh Conference Hall, and the CNI Archives. Each space was blessed with Holy Water and entrusted anew to God’s service as places of fellowship, hospitality, learning, administration, and the preservation of the Church’s heritage.

The presence of the Council of Bishops added a significant ecclesial dimension to the occasion, reflecting the collective leadership and shared ministry of the Church of North India. Their participation underscored the unity of the Church and its common commitment to strengthening its witness, mission, and service.

The re-dedication emphasized the Church’s theological calling to set apart its resources and spaces for the mission of God. The renewed facilities now stand as visible expressions of the Church’s commitment to communion, hospitality, responsible stewardship, learning, administration, and the preservation of its rich heritage.

As the CNI Bhawan continues to serve as a place where the Church gathers, discerns, works, and ministers, the re-dedication marked not merely the renewal of physical spaces, but a renewed commitment to the vocation and mission entrusted to the Church of North India.

15/08/2026

80th Independence Day Flag Hoisting at CNI Bhavan

The 80th Independence Day of India was celebrated at CNI Bhavan with patriotic fervour and prayerful thanksgiving on 15 August 2026 at 8:00 a.m. The programme was attended by the Revd. Dr. D. J. Ajith Kumar, General Secretary, CNI Synod; Mr. Subrata Gorai, Treasurer, CNI Synod; the Rt. Revd. Denzel Peoples, Warden, CNI Bhavan; and members of the CNI Bhavan staff.

The programme began with Bible reading and prayer led by the Rt. Revd. Denzel Peoples, seeking God’s blessings upon our nation and its people. This was followed by the hoisting of the National Flag.

The gathering then joined together in singing the National Anthem with deep respect and patriotic spirit.

The celebration was a solemn reminder of our responsibility to uphold the values of freedom, justice, peace, unity and service, and to contribute faithfully to the building of a strong and compassionate India.

14/08/2026

29/07/2026

जीर्णोद्धार के बाद ऐतिहासिक पत्थर गिरजाघर में विशेष प्रार्थना सभा

28/07/2026

Condolence Message

The Church of North India Synod expresses its profound grief at the passing of The Rt. Revd. Brojen Malakar (76), former Deputy Moderator of the CNI Synod and former Bishop of Barrackpore Diocese, who entered into the eternal presence of the Lord this morning, 28th July 2026. Bishop Brojen Malakar was consecrated as the Bishop of Barrackpore Diocese in 1992 and served the Diocese with distinction until his superannuation in 2015. During his episcopal ministry, he also rendered valuable leadership to the wider Church as the Deputy Moderator of the Church of North India Synod. Throughout his years of ministry, he was known for his unwavering faith, humble spirit, integrity, honest leadership, and steadfast commitment to the mission and ministry of the Church. His life and witness have left a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire generations of clergy and laity alike. For the past few months, Bishop Malakar had been battling kidney disease and was undergoing regular dialysis. Even amid physical suffering, he remained steadfast in faith and entrusted himself to the gracious care of the Lord whom he faithfully served throughout his life.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Mrs. Suniti Malakar, their son and daughter, and their grandchildren, who now mourn the loss of a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather. The funeral service will be held at St. Stephen's Church, Dum Dum, on Wednesday, 29th July 2026, at 9:30 a.m. The service will be led by The Rt. Revd. Subrata Chakrabarty, Bishop of Barrackpore Diocese.

At this time of deep sorrow, the Church of North India Synod stands in prayerful solidarity with Mrs. Suniti Malakar, the bereaved family, the Diocese of Barrackpore, and all who were blessed by Bishop Malakar's faithful ministry. We thank Almighty God for his life of dedicated service and commend his soul into the eternal rest and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord... they will rest from their labour, for their deeds follow them." (Rev. 14:13) May the Lord grant His comfort, peace, and strength to the bereaved family and all who mourn his passing. Heartfelt condolences.

24/07/2026

Protect churches, properties from vandalism: The Most Revd. Dr. Paritosh Canning Moderator, Church of North India & Bishop, Diocese of Calcutta. to State, Center

15/07/2026

Two-Day Writers' Workshop

The Two-Day Writers' Workshop, jointly organised by the Synod of the Church of North India (CNI) and ISPCK, concluded successfully on 14–15 July 2026 under the inspiring theme: "Writing Faith, Shaping Lives: Christian Communication for a Changing World."

The workshop was inaugurated by The Most Revd. Dr. Paritosh Canning, Moderator of the Church of North India and Bishop of the Diocese of Calcutta, who also delivered the keynote address, inspiring participants to embrace Christian writing as a vital ministry in today's changing world at CNI Bhawan. Special thanks to Dr. Sundeep Chawdhary, General Secretary, ISPCK and The Revd. Dr. Swarup Bar, Revd. Fr. Monodeep Daniel, Mrs. Ella Sonawane who were the resource persons in various sessions.

04/07/2026

A Historic Moment: ACC-20 Officially Entrusted to the Church of North India

Today, 4 July 2026, during the concluding session of the 19th Assembly of the Anglican Consultative Council (ACC-19) in Belfast, Northern Ireland, a historic and memorable moment took place in the life of the worldwide Anglican Communion and the Church of North India (CNI).

In a symbolic ceremony marking the transition from one Assembly to the next, the baton of responsibility for hosting the Anglican Consultative Council was officially passed from Belfast to Kolkata, India. With this handover, the Church of North India formally received the honour and responsibility of hosting ACC-20 in 2029 in Kolkata.

This significant occasion reflects the growing role and contribution of the Church of North India within the global Anglican family. It is a matter of great joy, privilege, and thanksgiving for the entire CNI community.

The baton was received on behalf of the Church of North India by the Most Revd. Dr. Paritosh Canning, Moderator, CNI Synod; the Revd. Dr. D. J. Ajith Kumar, General Secretary, CNI Synod; and Mr. Joshua Ratnam, Director of Ecumenical Relations, CNI Synod.
As the global Anglican Communion looks forward to gathering in Kolkata in 2029, the Church of North India humbly accepts this responsibility and seeks God's guidance and blessings in preparing to welcome delegates from across the world.

We give thanks to God for this historic milestone and invite the prayers and support of all members of the Church as we journey towards ACC-20, Kolkata 2029.
"To God be the glory for the great things He has done."