Lighthouse

October 2025

Vicar's Message

Dearly beloved in Christ,

The month of October is very important due to many factors including MTVEA , Differently abled,

Youth, Convention, parish day and family Sunday

For Horeb Marthoma these days are days of celebrations and empowerment , right time to recharge and refuel us, through which we boost up our spiritual ,emotional and physical strength. When we celebrate the MTVEA day the entrusted responsibility is to be conveyors of gospel through different ways of communicating the gospel.

We all are enjoying all the benefits and gifts from God, for that privilege there are definite responsibilities from our part.

These can be accomplished through different ways and mods . There’re are differently abled people among us, in our surroundings

and we should have a mission for them to accomplish their life goals.

All the more our youths are our assets at home , Churches and in Communities, because they are the threshers of energy and enthusiasm .

The channelization of such power and strength should come from our side , then only we can navigate and direct them in proper ways.

Each member have an entrusted mission in our family , which must include our action plans for every day Christian life , delaying it is a crime against other members of our smaller and larger family . We all should attend our annual gospel convention, because we need to review our life redo certain areas of our life , which we call as rededication, It’s our Church family time of new commitments for Church ministries . We are looking forward to seeing you all in Church especially in different activities .

Let the Creator God anoint us a new with new and better gifts of life ,then we can enjoy our life here on earth with God and live a fruitful Christian life.

Let’s together accomplish our goals and fulfill our mission

May God be with us and enable us to be a gifted member of Los Angeles Horeb Marthoma . God bless us all.

Yours with love ,

Kochummen Achen.

Fall Health Tips from a Pharmacist

Swapna Chacko

As we say goodbye to summer and transition into fall, we see changes all around us. The weather is not as hot and our days may seem a little shorter. Although in California we don’t see leaves change color as much but the fall season offers a beautiful reminder of God's creation. It's also a perfect time to reflect on how we can be good stewards of the bodies He has given us. This would include caring for for our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

God has blessed us with an abundance of seasonal foods. Fall produce like pumpkins, squash, apples, and sweet potatoes are not only delicious but are also packed with vitamins and antioxidants that help support our immune systems as we approach winter months. Making time for regular physical activity, like a walk through a park is another way to keep our bodies healthy.

The transition into the holiday season can sometimes bring increased stress and anxiety. Philippians 4:6-7 encourages us to "be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." A peaceful mind is a powerful tool for a healthy body, as chronic stress can weaken our defenses. Let us remember to cast our anxieties on Him and find peace in His presence.

God, the ultimate healer, has given us the gift of medical knowledge and treatments. As a pharmacist, I see this daily in the power of modern medicine. Protecting yourself and your community by getting vaccinated is a simple way. It is a practical way of using the wisdom God has provided to stay healthy so we can better serve others.

These are the most common routine adult vaccines that are recommended to stay healthy.

Influenza (Flu) Vaccine: Recommended annually for everyone six months and older to protect against seasonal flu viruses.
Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap/Td) Vaccine: A Tdap vaccine is a one-time shot, followed by a Td booster every 10 years to protect against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Recommendations for this vaccine are updated regularly based on circulating variants.
Shingles Vaccine: Recommended for adults 50 years and older to prevent shingles, a painful rash caused by the same virus as chickenpox. This is a 2 series vaccine.
Pneumococcal (Pneumonia) Vaccines: Recommended for all adults 50 and older and for younger adults with certain health conditions or other risk factors.
Hepatitis B Vaccine: Recommended for all adults 19 through 59 and for anyone 60 and older with risk factors for infection. This is also a 2 or 3 series vaccine.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) Vaccine: Recommended for adults 50 and older, especially those with certain health conditions.

Don’t forget to wash your hands especially when you are out and about especially before touching your face. Handwashing is one of the most effective tool for preventing the spread of infectious diseases.

Hope these tips would help us prepare for a healthy fall and winter season ahead.

We should thank God for the gift of our bodies and the wisdom to care for our health. Let us all be good stewards of our health so we can glorify God in everything we do.

MYSTERY MEMBERS

Can you guess who is in the photo based on the clues below?
(Check back next month for the reveal.)

What are your favorite hobbies?
We love to travel. We are ardent music fans.

One of us has written a book.
The other is into crochet stitching.
What did you major in during college?
Both of us are science graduates.
What is your favorite Bible Story?
David and Goliath

David relied on God for courage, protection, and guidance. A smooth stone shot with God's power and David's declaration that the battle and victory belong to God brought down the mighty Goliath.
Have you ever taught Sunday School?
One of us has...for many years in another parish.
Have you ever had a position at church?
One of us has... Assembly member from another parish.
What do you do for work?
Both of us are into Finance and Banking.
What's your favorite dish, both Indian and Non-Indian?
Indian - One loves Biryani, the other loves 'Chaat'.

Non Indian - Thai food
What is your favorite tv show or movie?
One loves the good old Bollywood movies.

The other is a fan of meaningful Malayalam movies.
How many states have you lived in?
One state in the US and one state in India.
What is your favorite book?
Books by David Baldacci and Mary Higgins Clark.
Describe one experience you had that was a testimony to God working in your life?
My dad passed away at a young age, and the responsibility of the family fell on me...But God guided me miraculously over the years...

Grateful to God for having found an ideal life partner who has been a constant support throughout. Ever thankful for His protective hand over us through all the ups and downs of life.
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Lijosh and Ahanya