Syro-Malabar Church

The Syro-Malabar Church is an Eastern Catholic church based in India, in full communion with the Pope and the global Catholic Church. It follows the East Syriac liturgical tradition, with unique rituals and language (Aramaic-derived). Primarily located in Kerala, India, it has a rich history dating back to ancient Christian communities established by Saint Thomas the Apostle. The church combines its ancient liturgical practices with Catholic doctrine and governance, serving its faithful through local customs while recognizing the authority of the Pope. It emphasizes spiritual devotion, community, and cultural heritage within the broader Catholic communion.