4 Daily Phrases from the Happiest Country in the World

In a revealing exploration of happiness, researcher and psychologist Frank Martela dives into the cultural ethos of Finland, identified by the United Nations’ World Happiness Report as the happiest country globally. Martela shares four daily phrases that encapsulate the Finnish approach to happiness, emphasizing the values of presence, resilience, individual responsibility, and communal support. 1.Continue reading “4 Daily Phrases from the Happiest Country in the World”

Chathoth Vallamkulam Family Reunion: Gathering in Bangalore

Family Meeting Announcement Chathoth Vallamkulam family meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2023, at 11:30 AM at Radisson, Ulsoor, Bengaluru, India. The agenda includes a prayer by Achan, welcome, introductions, a message by Dr. and Mrs. CC Abraham, a video tribute to departed souls, video bytes from non-attendees, an open forum, vote of thanks, anotherContinue reading “Chathoth Vallamkulam Family Reunion: Gathering in Bangalore”

Easter Message

Easter is a time of renewal and hope for Christians around the world. It marks the victory of life over death, of grace over sin, and of communion over desolation. As Pope Francis reminds us, Easter is a “passage” that we must all make, a journey from darkness to light, from fear to confidence, fromContinue reading “Easter Message”

The Four Buddhist ‘Noble Truths’ About Suffering and the Biblical Concordances

Let’s begin by exploring the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism, which form the foundation of Buddha’s teachings on the nature of suffering and the path to liberation. First Noble Truth: The truth of suffering. Life is inherently filled with suffering—whether it be pain, dissatisfaction, or imperfection. This suffering arises because we cling to things thatContinue reading “The Four Buddhist ‘Noble Truths’ About Suffering and the Biblical Concordances”

Greetings from Abraham Mar Seraphim Metropolitan

H.G. Dr. Abraham Mar Seraphim, the Metropolitan of the Bangalore Orthodox Diocese.

Inauguration April 26, 2015 at Mannuthy, Thrissur, India

Dear All, Loving Greetings from Chathoth, Mannuthy, Thrissur. It is indeed a happy occasion for us to realize that the Chathoth Family website has been released officially in the Cyberspace. The construction of the website and its inauguration are the result the collective efforts of all the concerned, especially those took leads. Thanks be to ourContinue reading “Inauguration April 26, 2015 at Mannuthy, Thrissur, India”

Greetings from Yuhanon Mor Meletius Metropolitan

Yuhanon Mor Meletius Metropolitan of the Thrissur Diocese.