Holy Joseph Church – Pechipparai

Contact Details:

Holy Joseph ChurchPechipparaiPechipparai, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu.
Parish Priest – Fr. Lourdu Raj SAC.
Church Established – 1898.

Brief History:

This parish emerged from the Pechipparai Dam construction era between 1895-1906. Portuguese engineers and labourers required spiritual care, leading to initial worship in temporary structures. The labourers working on dam construction, predominantly Christian, prompted the parish priest to establish regular mass services. The location became significant as workers from nearby regions gathered here, eventually establishing a permanent Christian community. The parish now serves 313 families with affiliated chapels including Christ the King Church (Godaiyer), St. Vincent Pallotti Church (Valiyela), and St. Michael Archangel Church (Alambparai).