Immaculate Heart of Mary Church – Thumpali

Contact Details:

Immaculate Heart of Mary ChurchThumpaliThumpali, Airenipuram Post – 629162, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu.
Parish Priest – Fr. P. John Xavier ISCH.
Church Established – 1969.

Brief History:

This parish originated from a community of approximately 50 Christian faithful in the Thumpali area. The church building measuring 60 feet by 20 feet was constructed starting in 1964 and formally consecrated by Bishop Anicius Samivel in 1969. The parish was elevated to independent status on June 4, 2001 under Bishop Leon Amalraj. Over decades, various infrastructure improvements including roads, electricity, educational facilities, and a cemetery were developed to serve the growing congregation of 236 families (430 including mission churches).